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Week end a paris
Jean-Charles Gautier
Painting - 80 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
$1,006
Fantasy castle on the air
Eugene Gorbachenko
Painting - 70 x 50 x 0.1 cm Painting - 27.6 x 19.7 x 0 inch
$1,118
Watchers at Olympics 2010
Vladimir Kolosov
Painting - 61 x 45.7 x 4.4 cm Painting - 24 x 18 x 1.75 inch
$900
La maman des poissons en forêt
Jean-Louis Manuel
Painting - 46 x 55 x 2 cm Painting - 18.1 x 21.7 x 0.8 inch
$1,677
L'homme préhistorique
Robert Combas
Painting - 35.5 x 28.3 x 4 cm Painting - 14 x 11.1 x 1.6 inch
$17,888
Les murailles de l'Atlantide
Françoise Dugourd-Caput
Painting - 80 x 60 cm Painting - 31.5 x 23.6 inch
$1,409
Tu viens avec nous ?
Antoine Josse
Painting - 100 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
$3,242
Sur place ou à emporter
Nicolas Monjo
Painting - 55 x 46 x 2 cm Painting - 21.7 x 18.1 x 0.8 inch
$894
It is surprised - They are surprised (diptych) / WOW!
Vladimir Kolosov
Painting - 61 x 61 x 6.4 cm Painting - 24 x 24 x 2.5 inch
$1,140
Fire in my soul
Nolwenn Samson
Painting - 180 x 180 x 6 cm Painting - 70.9 x 70.9 x 2.4 inch
$13,975
Paradise Alive
Amelie Monira Egenolf
Painting - 80 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
$2,516
La danseuse étoile
Françoise Leblond
Painting - 60 x 81 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 31.9 x 0.8 inch
$3,455
In chamomile-3
Vasyl Khodakivskyi
Painting - 80 x 90 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 35.4 x 0.8 inch
$4,584
L'arbre voyageur
Alexandra Battezzati
Painting - 80 x 120 x 4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 47.2 x 1.6 inch
$4,360
Envie de nager
Alexandra Battezzati
Painting - 80 x 120 x 4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 47.2 x 1.6 inch
$4,360
Bouleau sous la neige
Alexandra Battezzati
Painting - 150 x 50 x 3 cm Painting - 59.1 x 19.7 x 1.2 inch
$3,689
Herbe rouge
Alexandra Battezzati
Painting - 150 x 50 x 3 cm Painting - 59.1 x 19.7 x 1.2 inch
$3,689
Va, vis et reviens !
Antoine Josse
Painting - 60 x 120 x 4 cm Painting - 23.6 x 47.2 x 1.6 inch
$4,025
Slight incompleteness of the full moon
Vladimir Kolosov
Painting - 61 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 24 x 36 x 1 inch
$1,340
Trio. Evolution in Do Major
Vladimir Kolosov
Painting - 61 x 61 x 1.9 cm Painting - 24 x 24 x 0.75 inch
$1,230
The value of time
Vladimir Kolosov
Painting - 91.4 x 61 x 0.6 cm Painting - 36 x 24 x 0.25 inch
$1,730
Le château des ombres - Les Dieux aussi…
Julie Ruelle
Painting - 130 x 97 x 3 cm Painting - 51.2 x 38.2 x 1.2 inch
$5,143
Violet lointain
Alexandra Battezzati
Painting - 100 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
$4,360
Le songe d'un palmier
Alexandra Battezzati
Painting - 120 x 120 x 4.5 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 1.8 inch
$5,366
Être libre
Alexandra Battezzati
Painting - 100 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
$4,360
Un Jour Turquoise
Alexandra Battezzati
Painting - 100 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
$4,360
Freedom loving fish fighting against weight force (Freiheitsliebender Fisch gegen die Gewichtskraft kämpfend)
Paul Verstraten
Painting - 110 x 140 x 2 cm Painting - 43.3 x 55.1 x 0.8 inch
$1,789
Tree of meat (Baum aus Fleisch)
Paul Verstraten
Painting - 110 x 150 x 2 cm Painting - 43.3 x 59.1 x 0.8 inch
$2,180
This Particular Reality: A Twisted Love Story Of Sorts, In Real-Time
Joey Doyle
Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
$2,873
Origen del Deseo-Buen Rollo II
Mari Ito
Painting - 100 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
$8,525
Echappée belle
Paule Bernard Roussel
Painting - 120 x 80 x 5 cm Painting - 47.2 x 31.5 x 2 inch
$2,460
Jardin de nuages
Alexandra Battezzati
Painting - 120 x 120 x 3 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 1.2 inch
$6,149
Pendant que je revais
Alexandra Battezzati
Painting - 120 x 120 x 3 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 1.2 inch
$6,149
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Fantastical painting for Sale
Fantasy painting is a style of art which explores the supernatural, depicting fantastical elements such as legends, ancient myths and divine figures. Mythical creatures are also prevalent in this genre where elves, fairies, dragons and wizards are often depicted alongside deities, angels and demons.
Fantasy painting grew in popularity after the invention of photography replaced the demand for Realism in the 19th century. The 20th century saw the introduction of new idealistic movements such as Expressionism, Cubism, Abstraction and Surrealism, where artists abandoned portraying subjects truthfully and embraced the implausible and supernatural. Although Fantasy Painting can technically be traced back to antiquity, it wasn't until the 20th century that it became an accepted art form. Artists of the Italian Renaissance were equally inspired by mythological characters in Greek and Roman culture. However, religious mythology was a highly sophisticated and incredibly important topic during the Renaissance, and is therefore not an example of fantasy painting.
Contemporary fantasy art has certainly been influenced by a surge in demand for science fiction and whimsical literary plots. This pushed artists to explore the darker corners of fantasy art, employing vampires and werewolves into their artwork. In 1923 the first all-fantasy fiction magazine was created called “Weird Tales", which helped bring fantasy painting onto a contemporary platform. As a result, fantasy painting became a powerful tool in the marketing of fantasy literature and film. Robert E. Howard's comic book hero “Conan the Barbarian" was a prominent feature in Weird Tales magazine. However, when the stories were re-released in 1960 with cover art by notable fantasy painter, Frank Frazetta, over 10 million copies were sold. This success lead to the creation of other fantasy art magazines. French magazine, “Métal Hurlant" (howling metal) was created in 1974. Due to its huge readership and demand, it was translated and republished in the United States as “Heavy Metal" in 1977. The late 70s also saw a boom in computer games and blockbuster films, which only furthered the popularity of fantasy painting. Hugely successful films like Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, The Hobbit and Twilight were paramount in fantasy painting's not only rise to prominence, but also increasing acceptance as an art form.
Despite the skill of artists that produce fantasy paintings, it is still not considered canonical. Since it is not an example of “high art", the genre is generally not exhibited in galleries or taught in art schools, which many claim is due to the popularity of fantasy literature and film. However, as fantasy painting's reputation grows, so does the acceptance for a wider variety of art forms. Therefore, we can't eliminate the possibility that this massively prominent genre won't be considered highbrow one day.
Discover our selection of original paintings by contemporary artists and painters who have been inspired by all things supernatural, mythical and divine.
The fantastical elements in the painting were inspired by the artist's imagination and creativity. The use of vibrant colors, surreal imagery, and dreamlike landscapes were intended to evoke a sense of wonder and mystery in the viewer.
The artist used a combination of techniques such as layering, blending, and fine brushwork to create the intricate details in the painting. They also paid close attention to light and shadow, color harmony, and composition to bring the artwork to life.
The painting conveys a sense of wonder and imagination through its fantastical elements, evoking emotions of awe and curiosity. The use of vibrant colors and intricate details also suggests a message of creativity and individuality.