Richard Rhoda Fine Art

Art is an articulation of our views, sentiments, intuitions, and desires; however, it is even more intimate than that: it’s about conveying the way we experience the world, which for many is an extension of the personality. Throughout history, mankind has expressed their experiences and emotions through art. The early 20th century was marked by rapid industrial, economic, social, and cultural change, which influenced the worldview of many and set the stage for new artistic movements. The European and American painters of the mid-nineteenth and early twentieth centuries masterfully expressed this socio-economic change through their paintings.   Richard Rhoda Fine Art is one of the trusted fine art specialists, striving to provide art lovers with quality original artwork from renowned European and American artists of the mid-nineteenth and early twentieth century. It stocks an eclectic range of artworks featuring Alfons WALDE, Rudolf WACKER, Franz WIEGELE, Grant Wood, Albert ZIMMERMA...

  Whether you are an art enthusiast looking to inject some personality into your space with some serious artwork, you want to have it as a status symbol you want to buy artwork as an investment, buying artwork can be a daunting task. From distinguishing a real painting from a fraud, having the right kind of network with art sellers and buyers, to getting the artwork at the best price, the art market is complicated. One needs to have the information and advice about the artwork. It, however, is a very time taking and tedious job. Richard Rhoda Fine Art is one of the most respected European and  American painting sellers in Seattle , who strives to make the process simple by  identifying   and acquiring exceptional American and European paintings from the mid-nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Richard Rhoda Fine Art has a dedicated team with precious know-how of the American and European paintings, dealers are happy to share what they know with their clients, both p...

Fine art is a universal language that bridges cultures and forms human connections.   There have been several European artists who have been recognized for their artwork. Max Beckmann was one of the most prolific German artists of the 20th century who had emphasized more in utilizing art as his freedom of expression.     Max Beckmann was a German painter, draftsman, printmaker, sculptor, and writer known for creating some of the most astounding artwork during the early 1920s. He had created more than 800 paintings that were highly influenced by war. As he witnessed the horror of the war, his art changed and radicalized. Some of his finest artworks include Young men by the sea (1905), Small Death Scene (1906), Adam and Eve (1917), Pruneir (1944), The Departure( 1932-1935), Carnival (1920) Self Portrait in Tuxedo (1927), The Departure (1932-1935), and The Beginning (1949). Richard Rhoda Fine Art believes that the process of buying and selling artwork should be as...

There is a deep relation between fine art and human evolution. Right from prehistoric to the modern era, mankind has been making art to manifest and express one’s feelings. However, when we talk about the beauty of art, there’s nothing more expressive than fine art. From Mona Lisa, the Starry Night, The Last Supper, the Birth of Venus, the Guernica to the Scream, the list of enchanting and captivating fine art is long, and these have intrigued art lovers for decades.   One of the most renowned painters was John LaFarge. He was born in New York on March 31, 1835, and was also well-known for his mural paintings, stained-glass designs, and engaging paintings. He was one of the important artists of the American Art and Craft movement. He was guided by Thomas Couture, and William Morris Hunt. The notable artwork of this prolific painter includes Portrait of the Painter, The great Statue of Amida Buddha at Kamakura, The Harpist, the Entrance to the Tautira River, Tahiti. Fisherman Sp...

Fine art is the innate desire for artistic expressions of historical and cultural events that are created primarily for aesthetics. It is considered to be a collectible asset that can fetch thousands of dollars. However, with little preparation and planning, you can fill your home with images that may prove worthy assets down the line. There are certain aspects that a fine art investor should keep in mind while purchasing or selling art. Fine art makes a good investment due to its rarity, vouge, authenticity, condition, and cultural significance of the art. Rare and original piece of art fetches more value than replicas. Similarly, the value of the art by the deceased artist will appreciate more than the living ones. The authenticity of the artwork plays a vital role in fetching good value. Provenance is the documentation that authenticates a particular art piece. These documents outline details like the work’s history, creator, and appraisal value. An artwork that is provenanced fetch...

It is widely believed that American art started during the early colonial period, however, before this period, America’s indigenous tribes created stunning art, which was highly influenced by the natural world and represented ancestral and mythological stories. The Euro-centric view is prevalent in American paintings and artwork. While until 1820, American art was practically unimaginable of European styles, later Thomas Cole and the Hudson River School developed a unique style of painting that emphasized the American landscape. These American artists adapted the European romantic and sublime traditions to celebrate the American landscape as a marker of national identity. They also showcased the beauty of nature, the unspoiled forest, and landscapes through their realistic artwork. The paintings of the early 20th century showed the constant conflict between naturalistic and idealized modes of representation.    Richard RhodaFine Art  is one of the most well-known ...

For ages, fine arts have been celebrated and acknowledged by art lovers. It is a tangible way to express complex ineffable emotions and experiences through the medium of art. Some like fine art because they make the walls beautiful and enhance the looks of the eclectic interior décor style, while others prefer to invest in them. While fine art investment has traditionally been a way to showcase an individual’s wealth and prestige, people often keep them to make a statement. Whatever the reason may be the deep obsession with fine art has remained. Richard Rhoda Fine Art is proud to present a collection of the finest original American and European paintings from the mid-nineteenth and twentieth centuries. This fine art specialist in Seattle, WA,  is a member of the International Foundation for Art Research (IFAR) and   has an extensive inventory of paintings to accommodate its client’s needs.   With over twenty years of experience, this  fine art specialist in S...