Surrealist Animal Paintings
SURREALIST STYLE
In the wake of World War I’s ravaging of Europe, artists delved into the unconscious mind to confront and grapple with this reality. Poet and critic André Breton, a leader of the Surrealist movement who authored the 1924 Surrealist Manifesto, called this approach “a violent reaction against the impoverishment and sterility of thought processes that resulted from centuries of rationalism.” Surrealist art emerged in the 1920s with dreamlike and uncanny imagery guided by a variety of techniques such as automatic drawing, which can be likened to a stream of consciousness, to channel psychological experiences.
Although Surrealism was a groundbreaking approach for European art, its practitioners were inspired by Indigenous art and ancient mysticism for reenvisioning how sculptures, paintings, prints, performance art and more could respond to the unsettled world around them.
Surrealist artists were also informed by the Dada movement, which originated in 1916 Zurich and embraced absurdity over the logic that had propelled modernity into violence. Some of the Surrealists had witnessed this firsthand, such as Max Ernst, who served in the trenches during World War I, and Salvador Dalí, whose otherworldly paintings and other work responded to the dawning civil war in Spain.
Other key artists associated with the revolutionary art and literary movement included Man Ray, Joan Miró, René Magritte, Yves Tanguy, Frida Kahlo and Meret Oppenheim, all of whom had a distinct perspective on reimagining reality and freeing the unconscious mind from the conventions and restrictions of rational thought. Pablo Picasso showed some of his works in “La Peinture Surréaliste” — the first collective exhibition of Surrealist painting — which opened at Paris’s Galerie Pierre in November of 1925. (Although Magritte is best known as one of the visual Surrealist movement’s most talented practitioners, his famous 1943 painting, The Fifth Season, can be interpreted as a formal break from Surrealism.)
The outbreak of World War II led many in the movement to flee Europe for the Americas, further spreading Surrealism abroad. Generations of modern and contemporary artists were subsequently influenced by the richly symbolic and unearthly imagery of Surrealism, from Joseph Cornell to Arshile Gorky.
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Style: Surrealist
Rising - Surreal Landscape with Row of Trees and Owl, Oil on Panel
By John Hrehov
Located in Chicago, IL
The pristine, symmetrical and orderly landscape brings an unnatural stillness to John Hrehov's painting entitled "Rising". The owl is central to the sparse landscape peeking out of it's home in the tree. Straight lines and geometric patterns are used to compose a glossy concept of reality. The painting is framed in a simple dark gray wooden frame measuring 25.25 x 29.25 inches.
John Hrehov
Rising
oil on panel
24h x 28w in
60.96h x 71.12w cm
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John Hrehov
Education
1985 MFA-Painting, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
1981 BFA-Painting, Cleveland Institute of Art, Cleveland, OH.
Solo Exhibitions
2017 John Hrehov, Paintings and Drawings. Tom Thomas Gallery, Indiana University East, Richmond, IN.
2012 Shades from White to Black, New Drawings. Denise Bibro Fine Art, New York, NY.
2011 John Hrehov: Charcoal. Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne.
2009 John Hrehov: A Survey 1999-2009 Denise Bibro Fine Art, New York, NY.
Paintings and Drawings. Seerveld Gallery, Trinity Christian College, Palos Heights, IL.
2004 John Hrehov: Drawings and Paintings. Denise Bibro Fine Art, New York, NY.
2002 Paintings. Denise Bibro Fine Art, New York, NY.
2001 Charcoal. Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne.
John Hrehov, Paintings and Drawings. Wood Street Gallery, Chicago, IL.
2000 The Picture Proper. Denise Bibro Fine Art, New York, NY.
Fearful Symmetry. Fort Wayne Museum of Art, Fort Wayne, IN.
Allegories in Contemporary Life. Yvonne Rapp Gallery, Louisville, KY.
1999 Paintings and Working Drawings. Adams Hall Gallery, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL.
1998 John Hrehov. Denise Bibro Fine Art, New York, NY.
John Hrehov: Paintings and Drawings. Wood Street Gallery, Chicago, IL.
1997 Object Lesson, Paintings, and Drawings by John Hrehov. Yvonne Rapp Gallery, Louisville, KY.
1995 John Hrehov. Trinity Art Gallery, Trinity Christian College, Palos Heights, IL.
1993 John Hrehov: Selected Works 1980-1992 Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne.
Group Exhibitions
2019 2019 Alumni Exhibition. Reinberger Gallery at The Cleveland Institute of Art, Cleveland, OH.
Out Of The Closet. Denise Bibro Fine Art, New York, NY.
1026 West Berry Street: The Fort Wayne Art School. Fort Wayne Museum of Art, Fort Wayne, IN.
2018 Artlink Regional Exhibition. Artlink Contemporary Art Gallery, Fort Wayne, IN.
2017 Sola Grace-Faith-Scripture: An Exhibition of Sacred Visual Art. Good Shepherd Institute at Concordia Theological
Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN.
Norman Bradley...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
The Sound of the Changing Season - Surreal Rural Scene, Hyper-realistic
Located in Chicago, IL
A violinist, playing a melancholy tune, helps conjure up the change of season from fall to winter on Halloween, as represented by the black cat. The cat is holding the Tempest in the Teapot kettle. The raven, who is bursting forth from the steam of this tempest, represents the cold, dark and harsh winter to come.
Juxtaposing and altering unrelated natural objects with the machinations of man to create a scene of an impossible surreal world, the viewer enters the mind of artist Christopher Klein...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
MusCATteer - Surreal Rural Scene, Hyper-realistic Original Oil Painting, Framed
Located in Chicago, IL
Juxtaposing and altering unrelated natural objects with the machinations of man to create a scene of an impossible surreal world, the viewer enters the mind of artist Christopher Klein...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Linen
Traveller On A horse - Oil on Canvas Figurative Painting
Located in Lisboa, PT
Traveller On A horse - Oil on Canvas Figurative Painting, 2023
Artwork is on supported wooden frame. Ready to hang.
Tam Ess makes oil paintings that explore the subconscious, blendi...
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2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Untitled (Valley of the Dolls)
Located in Columbia, MO
Dave Pavelonis
Untitled (Valley of the Dolls)
Acrylic on canvas
60.5 x 50.75
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
"Cowpoke" Grackle Bird with Cowboy Hat Oil Painting by Christy Stallop
Located in Denver, CO
Christy Stallop's (US based) "Cowpoke" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a grackle bird wearing a cowboy hat.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY
Christy Stallop is an artist living i...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Southwest Charmer" Grackle Bird Silver Necklace Oil Painting by Christy Stallop
Located in Denver, CO
Christy Stallop's (US based) "Southwest Charmer" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a grackle bird wearing a silver southwestern necklace.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY
Christy S...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Humble Abode" by Patrick Maxcy, Acrylic Painting, Sea Turtle
Located in Denver, CO
Patrick Maxcy's "Humble Abode" is an original, handmade acrylic painting that depicts a sea turtle perched on coral carrying an elaborate tiny house on his back with a cloudy sky. T...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
"Goucho" Grackle Bird with Cowboy Hat Oil Painting by Christy Stallop
Located in Denver, CO
Christy Stallop's (US based) "Goucho" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a grackle bird wearing a cowboy hat adorned with a feather.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY
Christy Stallo...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Luchador Misterioso" Grackle Bird Oil Painting by Christy Stallop
Located in Denver, CO
Christy Stallop's (US based) "Luchador Misterioso" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a grackle bird wearing a blue and white mask.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY
Christy Stallop...
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2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Bundle Up" Grackle Bird with Colorful Scarf Oil Painting by Christy Stallop
Located in Denver, CO
Christy Stallop's (US based) "Bundle Up" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a grackle bird wearing a colorful scarf.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY
Christy Stallop is an artist l...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Luchador Enmascarado" Grackle Bird Oil Painting by Christy Stallop
Located in Denver, CO
Christy Stallop's (US based) "Luchador Enmascarado" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a grackle bird wearing a blue and red mask.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY
Christy Stallop ...
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2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Standing Tall" Grackle Bird w/Red Handkerchief Oil Painting by Christy Stallop
Located in Denver, CO
Christy Stallop's (US based) "Standing Tall" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a grackle bird wearing a red handkerchief.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY
Christy Stallop is an ar...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Just Outside" by Patrick Maxcy, Acrylic Painting, Blue Fish
Located in Denver, CO
Patrick Maxcy's "Just Outside" is an original, handmade acrylic painting that depicts an oversized blue fish next to a tiny house perched on a rock.
About the Artist:
Nature, anima...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Surrealist Painting, Birds of Prey with Fish J. James Akston
Located in Surfside, FL
J. James Akston
Surrealism, Bird with Fish, marine scene
Acrylic on Board
Frame: 9.75 X 8
Image: 4.5 X 3.25
Joseph James Akston was a Polish American sculptor, painter, known for surrealist abstract painting and Aubusson (for Les Ateliers Pinton Frères, tapisserie, Aubusson) tapestry artist. Born in Warsaw, Poland in 1898 he died in Palm Beach Florida in 1983. During the 1960s and '70s the entrepreneur-artist James Joseph Akston adopted a unique Surreal Expressionist style in order to present his private primordial universe and lampoon its denizens, a ribald cast of animal creatures with human foibles. A successful industrialist, he began his career with General Motors foreign operations and then started his own business.
Intermittently he studied painting, first with Jerry Farnsworth in North Truro (Mass.) and then with Jose Clemente Orozco in Mexico. In the early 1960s Akston became publisher-editor of a group of art publications which included The Magazine Arts. Initially an abstract expressionist, Akston had one-man exhibitions at the New York Convention Center and the Corcoran Museum in Washington. Since 2015 the record price for this artist at auction is $12,575 USD for Spheres Aux Triangles Aubusson Tapestry, sold at Bonhams New York in 2019.
He was a Graduate of Georgetown University. He sat on the board of the Norton Museum.
Exhibitions
1976 Hokin Gallery
1966 Gallery 63 NYC
1960 Gallery 63 Rome , Italy
Select Public Collections
National Museum, Wshington DC
Boca Museum of Art
Whitney Museum of Art, NYC
Museum of Modern Art, NYC
Museum of African Art Washington DC (Now part of Smithsonian Museum)
Bibliography: 1962 Art...
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
High Society-original surrealism wildlife interior oil painting-contemporary art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
In “High Society,” Nathan Neven invites viewers into an extraordinary world where animals take center stage, challenging traditional roles and perspectives. At the left of the compos...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Sidekick" Grackle Bird with Red Handkerchief Oil Painting by Christy Stallop
Located in Denver, CO
Christy Stallop's "Sidekick" (2022) is an original oil painting on linen, measuring 14 x 11 inches. This striking portrait features a grackle adorned with a vibrant red bandana, set ...
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2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Changement (~47% OFF LIST PRICE, Oil Painting, Symbolist)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Stella Jae
Changement
2024
Oil on Canvas
Size: 26.06 x 31.04 inches (60 x 80cm)
Signed by hand
COA provided
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2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Right by You-original surreal wildlife interior oil painting-contemporary art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
In Nathan Neven's captivating masterpiece, "Right by You," the wild comes alive within the confines of an interior setting. Crafted with oil on canvas, this original work brings toge...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cleaning Day (dog, snout, pug, lady, vintage, animal, surrealist oil painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Cleaning Day" by Rudolf Kosow offers a playful twist on the ordinary, infusing a routine activity with a sense of wonder. In this striking painting, a magnified pug’s face, with every wrinkle and whisker meticulously depicted, occupies the canvas, providing a landscape of texture and warmth.
A small figure, likely the pug's owner, stands armed with a cleaning tool, poised to tend to their companion. The act of cleaning, typically mundane, is elevated to an act of care, a ritual of bonding between pet and human. This scene emphasizes the intimacy of the shared lives, a whimsical take on the daily tasks that weave into the fabric of companionship.
The title, "Cleaning Day," hints at the routine yet essential acts of maintenance that deepen the connection between the animal and their human. The artwork serves as a reminder that within every chore there lies an opportunity for interaction and expression of love. Kosow's painting encourages us to find joy and significance in the simplest of acts that define our relationships with our pets.
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2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Hopeful (black labrador, dog pet, woman, vintage, animal, surrealist painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In this moving piece by Rudolf Kosow, the canvas captures a tender and intimate moment between species. The focus is a deeply expressive black dog, portrayed with a level of detail t...
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2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Cuddly (black old dog, snout, lady, vintage, animal, surrealist oil painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Cuddly," a charming painting by Rudolf Kosow, depicts a tender and affectionate moment between a dog and its human companion. The dog’s face, with soulful eyes and a furrowed brow, is portrayed in stunning detail, conveying a sense of gentle wisdom and patience.
A small lady figure, fitting perfectly within the curve of the dog's face, leans in close, as if finding comfort and protection in the animal’s embrace. The gesture of the figure, with a hand delicately placed, highlights the trust and love inherent in this bond.
This piece beautifully encapsulates the warmth and security that pets provide. Kosow's artwork celebrates the simple, heartwarming connections that form the cornerstone of our relationships with our animal friends, reminding us of the comfort and joy found in their company.
keywords; painting on canvas, surrealist painting, animal vs human, americana, nature, man, man vs nature, surrealism, giant animal...
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2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Yijian Wang Contemporary Original Oil On Canvas "Let Me Enjoy It 2"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Let Me Enjoy It 2
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 21 x 13 inches
Frame: Framing options available!
Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition.
Note: This painting is unstretched
Year: 2015
Artist: Yijian Wang...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Shy (Lab pet dog, girl, Child, vintage dress, animal, surrealist oil painting
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Shy," a tender and evocative work by Rudolf Kosow, portrays an encounter that is wrapped in quietude and gentle introspection. A sizable, soulful-eyed dog fills the canvas, its gaze...
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2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Moody (black dog, hat man, green vintage suit, animal, surrealist oil painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In "Moody," the painter Rudolf Kosow presents a composition that captivates with its emotional depth and surreal creativity. The subject, a soulful canine with eyes that gleam with a...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hungry (pet dog, pug snout, cooking lady, animal art, surrealist oil painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Hungry" is a captivating painting by Rudolf Kosow that beautifully illustrates a moment of connection between a gargantuan, doleful-eyed bulldog and a diminutive woman. The dog’s fa...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Game (bob cat, female tennis player, ball, vintage, animal, surrealist painting
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In this captivating painting by Rudolf Kosow, the canvas comes alive with a surreal and dynamic encounter. At first glance, we see a massive bob cat head, rendered in repose with a t...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Tense (pet dog, bulldog, baseball, animal portrait art, surrealist oil painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Tense," a thought-provoking piece by Rudolf Kosow, presents a surreal interplay between a colossal bulldog and a diminutive baseball player. The dog's face, detailed with astonishing realism, conveys a palpable intensity through its piercing gaze. The size disparity between the dog and the player underscores a narrative ripe with anticipation.
The baseball player, clad in traditional attire, stands with bat at the ready, embodying a moment of concentration and readiness. This portrayal of the player, so starkly contrasted against the vastness of the bulldog's features, evokes a feeling of an undercurrent of suspense, as if the outcome of this encounter balances on a knife-edge.
Through "Tense," Kosow delves into the theme of confrontation and the moments that precede action. The artwork captures the stillness before the storm, the quiet before the play, offering a metaphor for life's high-pressure situations where individuals face larger-than-life challenges.
The painting invites reflection on the psychological interplay between fear and courage, the small against the mighty, and the personal tenacity required to stand firm in the face of overwhelming odds. "Tense" is not just a snapshot of a surreal encounter but a broader commentary on the emotional landscapes we navigate when confronted with formidable obstacles.
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2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Sweet Sounds (cat, feline, lady, flute, vintage, animal, surrealist oil painting
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Sweet Sounds," a mesmerizing painting by Rudolf Kosow, depicts a tranquil scene of harmony between a young girl and a slumbering cat. The girl, seated and playing an instrument, see...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Wonderers (coyote, ukulele, man, nature, animal portrait, surrealist painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Wanderers" by Rudolf Kosow is an evocative painting that captures the kindred spirit of the traveler and the wild. A coyote, poised and attentive, gazes upward, its fur rendered with fine, delicate brushstrokes that give it a soft, ethereal quality against the blue canvas. The wolf's eyes, alight with a sense of knowing, seem to look beyond the confines of the canvas, into a distance only it can see.
Below, a human figure with a ukulele, lost in the music, embodies the essence of a wanderer, his song rising to mingle with the untamed essence of the wolf. Both figures, though disparate in their nature, share a moment of connection through their mutual embrace of freedom and exploration.
Kosow's "Wanderers" speaks to the universal call of the wild that resonates within us all, a call to seek, to explore, and to express. It's a celebration of the souls that roam with a song in their heart, finding harmony with the wilderness around them. This piece invites us to reflect on our inner wanderer and the paths we tread, both in the physical world and in the vast landscapes of our imagination.
keywords; painting on canvas, surrealist painting, animal vs human, americana, nature, man, man vs nature, surrealism, giant animal...
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2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Parting (pet dog, bulldog, cowboy, animal portrait art, surrealist oil painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Parting," a surrealistic painting by Rudolf Kosow, masterfully employs scale to create a poignant narrative of farewell. The canvas is dominated by the face of a bulldog, each hair and whisker intricately detailed, exuding a warmth and expressiveness that captures the essence of the breed. The bulldog's large, soulful eye, reflecting a quiet resignation, suggests an awareness of an impending separation.
Perched thoughtfully on the dog's snout, a diminutive figure of a man wearing a cowboy hat sits, his posture one of contemplative sorrow. The man dangles his legs over the edge of the snout, a symbol of the precipice between companionship and the solitude of parting.
Kosow's work deeply explores the themes of connection and departure. The intimate positioning of the man against the vastness of the dog's facial landscape evokes the shared history and emotional bond between human and animal. The painting's title, "Parting," may imply an imminent physical separation, yet the closeness of the two subjects suggests an unbreakable emotional tie that distance cannot sever.
In this piece, Kosow invites the viewer to consider the bittersweet moments of goodbye that are an intrinsic part of life's journey, highlighting the enduring nature of love that remains through any farewell. "Parting" is a testament to the poignant beauty found in the strength of connections that transcend the constraints of size and species.
keywords; painting on canvas, surrealist painting, animal vs human, americana, nature, man, man vs nature, surrealism, giant animal...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Defender (dog, hunter, pet black Lab, man, animal, surrealist painting, american
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
This poignant painting by Rudolf Kosow presents us with a remarkable visual allegory rich with surrealistic influences. The canvas is occupied by a colossal, detailed black labrador ...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cuddly Snout (dog, snout, nose, lady, vintage, animal, surrealist oil painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Cuddly Snout" by Rudolf Kosow is a stirring piece that captures the tender relationship between a human and an animal, portrayed through the striking close-up of a pet dog's snout, with a person resting peacefully against it. The animal's facial features are rendered with exquisite attention to texture and detail, each whisker and patch of fur beautifully accentuated.
The small figure of the person, leaning with an air of contented ease against the snout, is a testament to the comfort and solace that animals provide. This closeness conveys a shared moment of rest, an unspoken bond of trust and affection that needs no words. The artwork’s title, "Cuddly Snout," encapsulates the warmth and gentle nature of this interaction, highlighting the simple, pure connections that form between the hearts of humans and animals.
Kosow’s work invites us to reflect on the soft, quiet moments that we cherish with our pets, those times of closeness that bring us joy and comfort. It’s a visual homage to the silent, heartfelt communication that deepens our bonds with the animal companions who grace our lives. This painting is a tender reminder of the unconditional love and comfort that our furry friends bestow upon us, often becoming a serene haven in our lives.
keywords; painting on canvas, surrealist painting, animal vs human, americana, nature, man, man vs nature, surrealism, giant animal...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Secret ( fennec, fox, lady, vintage dress, animal, surrealist oil painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In "Secret," Rudolf Kosow weaves a narrative of intimacy and whispered confidences through the surreal interplay of a fox and a human figure. The painting is dominated by the image o...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Peaceable Kingdom with Boston Terrier surrealist painting
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Surrealist painting based on Edward Hicks painting, Peaceable Kingdom. Oil on wood panel, 14 x 20 inches. Signed Sovjani, 1970.
Most remarkable about the image is the appearance of...
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1970s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Big Boss (horseshoe, man, horse, animal, americana, surrealist painting, nature)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In this striking oil painting by Rudolf Kosow, we are presented with a surreal vision where the dimensions of reality are altered, provoking thought and stirring the imagination. The...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Soulmates (brown pet dog, lady, vintage, animal, surrealist oil painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
Soulmates," a poignant work by Rudolf Kosow, tenderly illustrates the profound bond shared between a dog and a human. In this intimate portrayal, the dog's gaze is imbued with an emotional depth that transcends the boundaries between species. Its eyes, rendered with striking clarity, convey a world of understanding and companionship.
The lady, is nestled against the dog's face in a pose that suggests a mutual trust and shared existence. This closeness speaks to a relationship that goes beyond the conventional pet-owner dynamic, hinting at a deeper, spiritual connection—a true meeting of souls.
In Kosow's vision, the concept of soulmates expands, encompassing the idea that our most understanding and compassionate partners may not be human at all. The painting's title, "Soulmates," encapsulates the notion that kindred spirits are connected not by words, but by the heart and soul, through gestures of love and moments of silent understanding.
With "Soulmates," Kosow invites us to contemplate the essence of connection and the forms it can take. It's a celebration of the unspoken bond that animals and humans can share, an acknowledgment that the purest forms of love and understanding sometimes require no language. This piece serves as a beautiful reminder of the loyalty, comfort, and unconditional acceptance that define the most precious of life's relationships.
keywords; painting on canvas, surrealist painting, animal vs human, americana, nature, man, man vs nature, surrealism, giant animal...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Baddie (coyote, man, wild animal, americana, surrealist painting, nature, field)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
This surrealistic painting on canvas titled "Baddie" by Rudolf Kosow is an enthralling visual narrative that masterfully weaves together three essential elements: man, animal, and na...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Dreamer (dog, pet, man, baseball, vintage, animal, surrealist painting, american
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
Rudolf Kosow once again challenges our perceptions with this captivating painting, merging the familiar with the surreal in a composition that both delights and intrigues. The canvas...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Boss (paw, feline, cougar, wild cat, man, animal, americana, surrealist painting
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In this evocative piece by Rudolf Kosow, we are confronted with the signature elements of surrealism that define his work. The canvas is dominated by the vastness of a feline's paw, ...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Trophy, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, unique signed painting w/provenance
Located in New York, NY
David Humphrey
Trophy (Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago), 1983
Oil on Canvas painting
Signed Twice: Hand signed and dated verso, also artist has signed his name and written his ho...
Category
1980s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Owner (black Lab dog, sleeping lady, vintage dress, animal, surrealist painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In "Owner," Rudolf Kosow captures a tender moment of connection that is as powerful as it is subtle. The main subject of the painting is a large black Lab, soulful dog, its fur textu...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lazybone (st-bernard, dog pet, baseball, vintage, animal, surrealist painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
Rudolf Kosow delivers a surreal masterpiece that encapsulates his fascination with the interplay of scale and the deep connection between humans and animals. In this painting, a Sain...
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Wild Encounters-original abstract surreal wildlife oil painting-modern art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
This original artwork by Nathan Neven joyfully presents an unusual scene of wildlife merged with a grand interior space. The artist adds contemporary touches to his subject matter su...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Surrealist Hound
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Amazing surrealist painting by Italian artist Nuccio Fontanella (1936-2005). Ink and watercolor on cold pressed illustration board. Image measures 13 x 18 inches; 20 x 25 inches fram...
Category
1980s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Ink, Illustration Board, Watercolor
Grande Place-original cityscape wildlife animal architecture-modern art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
"Grande Place" by Nathan Neven is a captivating portrayal that transports the viewer to the heart of Brussels, Belgium. In this magnificent artwork, two lions roam the iconic citysca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Noble Creatures-original wildlife architecture interior animal oil painting- art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
In this original painting by Nathan Neven the artist depicts a grand interior space filled with the endearing presence of a courageous lion and great elephant. This captivating juxta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Eiffel-original Paris impressionist Cityscape painting-modern art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
"Eiffel" by Nathan Neven is a captivating exploration of the iconic Eiffel Tower set against a vibrant Parisian panorama. Crafted with oil on canvas, Neven's abstract expressionist ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Out and About - Original wildlife New York cityscape oil painting-modern art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
"Out and About" by Nathan Neven beckons viewers into a lively exploration of the urban landscape as ostriches take a whimsical stroll across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, with the vibr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Flamingos exploring France-original abstract landscape wildlife oil painting-Art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
"Flamingos Exploring France" by Nathan Neven takes viewers on a whimsical journey through an iconic French architectural setting. The expressive portrayal of flamingos against a back...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Live it Up-original surreal contemporary wildlife interior painting- modern art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
"Live it Up" by Nathan Neven is a captivating masterpiece that seamlessly blends abstract expressionism with a playful composition. In this oil on canvas creation, two ostriches and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Golden Lady - original wildlife interior Leopard contemporary oil painting- art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
"Golden Lady" by Nathan Neven is an enchanting piece that captures the essence of abstract expressionism. In this oil on canvas masterpiece, a leopard gracefully lounges on a red settee...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Take Care of You- original abstract wildlife interior oil painting- modern art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
In "Take Care of You" by Nathan Neven, a heartwarming scene unfolds within the canvas, inviting viewers into a surreal and vibrant interior setting. This captivating wildlife paintin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Red Royal Ostrich Buckingham Palace -original interior wildlife oil painting-Art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
"Red Royal Ostrich" by Nathan Neven is a mesmerizing oil on canvas painting that brings the regal beauty of four ostriches into a vibrant interior setting, with the backdrop adorned ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sapient Business-original abstract surreal wildlife oil painting-modern art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
This original artwork by Nathan Neven joyfully presents an unusual scene of wildlife merged with a grand interior space. The artist adds contemporary touches to his subject matter su...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Emperors and Albert Bridge - surrealist wildlife animal oil painting- modern art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
In this contemporary surrealist painting, Nathan Neven skillfully merges a familiar cityscape and classic architectural elements with the unexpected presence of an Arctic penguin nea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Family Day Off - London modern cityscape wildlife surreal abstract oil painting
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
In this contemporary surrealist painting Nathan Neven juxtaposes a familiar city scene and classic underground entrance with the unusual presence of apes. This charming dream-like sc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mrs. Goodshoe Takes a Holiday, Oil Painting
By Diane Flick
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A slow-moving sea turtle swims with determination, balancing a cupcake on its head. It evokes feelings of solitude, peace, and joy. The artwork, painted over a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Surrealist animal paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Surrealist animal paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add animal paintings created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, green, orange, red and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Nathan Neven, Rudolf Kosow, Linda Ridd Herzog, and Isabel Rock. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Oil Paint and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Surrealist animal paintings, so small editions measuring 2.76 inches across are also available. Prices for animal paintings made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $190 and tops out at $50,000, while the average work sells for $2,313.
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