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189 Original Paintings For Sale:

Buying artworks on the theme of "Train"

Train paintings or railway paintings appear in the 19th century during the industrial revolution with the development of railway lines. These then carry with them a new imagination combining technology and travel through works where time seems to have been suspended. Stations, rails, locomotives, wagons, convoys ... are the motifs commonly represented in train paintings. But these can also focus on representing more intimate moments of life, such as the representation of passengers waiting for the train on the terminal platform, or observing the landscape through the glass of their vans ... Among the famous railway paintings we can cite The Last Spike by Thomas Hill, Le Night Train by Paul Delvaux or The irritating gentleman by Berthold Woltze.

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Contemporary Train Paintings are a unique genre of original artwork that captures the essence of train travel in a modern context. Artists who specialize in this style use a variety of supports, including canvas, paper, and wood. They also employ a range of materials, such as acrylic, oil, and spray paint. What makes these paintings truly special is their ability to convey a sense of movement and energy that is rarely found in other types of artwork. The use of bold colors, intricate details, and dynamic compositions all contribute to the overall impact of the piece. For those who appreciate the beauty and power of trains, contemporary train paintings offer a fresh and exciting way to experience this iconic form of transportation.

Painting,  15.8x23.6 in
The farewell Painting, 15.8x23.6 in
©2019 Sasha Neschastnova

Origins and History

Contemporary Train Paintings originated from the fascination with the industrial revolution and advancements in transportation. The earliest known train painting dates back to the mid-19th century, when artists were commissioned to paint trains and locomotives. However, it wasn’t until the mid-20th century that train paintings became popularized as an art form.

Painting,  15x21.7 in
New Orléans Tramway Painting, 15x21.7 in
©2013 Georges Briot

Evolutions of theses works in the contemporary art market

Contemporary Train Paintings have undergone a remarkable evolution in recent years. The emergence of this genre can be traced back to the early 20th century when the industrial revolution and the rise of railway transport inspired artists to capture the beauty and grandeur of these machines on canvas. In the contemporary era, Train Paintings have become increasingly popular among art collectors, and their importance in the art market cannot be overstated. The modern Train Paintings come in various forms, including abstract, realistic, and surrealistic styles.

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Die Nachtstraßenbahn Painting, 19.7x15.8 in
©2022 Katharina Valeeva

Related Famous Artists

Contemporary Train Paintings have been a popular subject in the art world for decades, and several artists have made a name for themselves through their work in this genre.

One such artist is Richard Estes, an American painter known for his photorealistic paintings of trains and urban landscapes. Estes’ meticulous attention to detail and use of vibrant colors make his works instantly recognizable and highly sought after.

Another well-known artist in this field is Edward Hopper, whose iconic painting "Nighthawks" features a train passing in the background. Hopper’s use of light and shadow and his ability to capture the mood and atmosphere of a scene have made him a beloved figure in the art world.

Other notable Contemporary Artists working in this genre include David Hockney, whose vivid depictions of trains and railway stations are both playful and poignant, and Wayne Thiebaud, whose colorful paintings of trains and other forms of transportation are often compared to the work of pop art legends like Andy Warhol.

Whether through photorealism, impressionism, or pop art, these artists have all found unique ways to capture the beauty and power of trains in their work, and their contributions to the world of contemporary train paintings will no doubt continue to inspire and delight art lovers for years to come.

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IM POLAREXPRESS Painting, 11.8x15.8 in
©2023 Waltraud Zechmeister

Notable contemporary Train Paintings

Contemporary train paintings are a testament to the enduring fascination people have with locomotives. Artists have captured the beauty and power of these machines in many ways, using different styles and techniques.

One of the most well-known contemporary train paintings is "The City" by David Hockney. Created in 1989, this vibrant artwork depicts a colorful train passing through a cityscape. The bright colors and bold lines give the painting a sense of movement and energy, capturing the excitement of train travel.

Another notable train painting is "Train Station" by Edward Hopper. Painted in 1925, this work shows a deserted train station at night. The eerie lighting and empty platform create a sense of isolation and loneliness, highlighting the alienation of modern life.

In "The Great American West" by Howard Terpning, we see a train crossing a vast expanse of prairie. Created in 2004, this painting captures the majesty of the American West and the role that trains played in its development.

Other contemporary train paintings include "The Train" by Alex Katz, "The Iron Horse" by Andrew Wyeth, and "Chemin de Fer de Petite Ceinture" by Jean-Michel Basquiat. Each of these works offers a unique perspective on the subject of trains, showing how these machines continue to inspire and captivate artists today.

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Painting titled "The farewell" by Sasha Neschastnova, Original Artwork, Oil
The farewell - Painting, 15.8x23.6 in ©2019 by Sasha Neschastnova - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Train, fire, train, expressionism, water, feel, farewell, colour

Sasha Neschastnova

"The farewell"

Oil on Canvas | 15.8x23.6 in

$521.73
Painting titled "IM POLAREXPRESS" by Waltraud Zechmeister, Original Artwork, Acrylic
IM POLAREXPRESS - Painting, 11.8x15.8 in ©2023 by Waltraud Zechmeister - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Train, Zug, Schnee, Mond, Gesicht, Lichter, Vorbeifahren, Masten, Schwarz, Lila, Blick

Waltraud Zechmeister

"IM POLAREXPRESS"

Acrylic on Canvas | 11.8x15.8 in

$569.16
Prints available
Painting titled "The Switchman. Стре…" by Vladimir Abaimov, Original Artwork, Oil
The Switchman. Стрелочник - Painting, 27.6x18.5 in ©2004 by Vladimir Abaimov - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Train, Surrealism, expression, railroad, distance, horizon, Switchman, sky, chain, gift

Vladimir Abaimov

"The Switchman. Стрелочник"

Oil on Canvas | 27.6x18.5 in

$1,468.13
Prints available
Painting titled "Поезд Жизни" by Acheron Hock, Original Artwork, Oil
Поезд Жизни - Painting, 11.8x15.8 in ©2022 by Acheron Hock - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Train, поезд, паровоз, дым, колеса, рельсы, призрак, смерть, коса, железная дорога, красный, крупно, крупный план, железнодорожный, череп, машинист, некромант

Acheron Hock

"Поезд Жизни"

Oil on Canvas | 11.8x15.8 in

$1,421.8
Prints available
Painting titled "ΤΟ ΤΡΕΝΟ" by Demetres Stauropoulos, Original Artwork, Acrylic
ΤΟ ΤΡΕΝΟ - Painting, 19.7x23.6 in ©2021 by Demetres Stauropoulos - Classicism, classicism-933, Train, τρενο, βαγονι, γραμμη, ΟΣΕ, Κατερινη, ταξιδι

Demetres Stauropoulos

"ΤΟ ΤΡΕΝΟ"

Acrylic on Canvas | 19.7x23.6 in

$1,525.49
Painting titled "ORIENT-EXPRESS" by Alain Faure, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
ORIENT-EXPRESS - Painting, 31.9x45.7 in ©2021 by Alain Faure - Figurative, figurative-594, Train, orient-express, train, trains, wagon, wagons, voyage, transports, constantinople, prestige, cinéma, littérature, alainfaure, alainfaureenpeinture, galeriealainfaure, alainfaurepeintre

Alain Faure

"ORIENT-EXPRESS"

Acrylic on Canvas | 31.9x45.7 in

$2,577.78
Painting titled "Railway (round pain…" by Poly, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Other rigid panel
Railway (round painting in canvas, coloring wall art) - Painting, 15.8x15.8 in ©2020 by Poly - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Train, train, Chemin de fer, railroad, railway, road, life, vie, way, life path, people, personnes, gens, monde, univers, world, society, société, social, societal, crowd

Poly

"Railway (round painting in canvas, coloring wall art)"

Acrylic on Canvas | 15.8x15.8 in

$861
Painting titled "le dernier train va…" by Christian Grévellec, Original Artwork, Oil
le dernier train vapeur - Painting, 11.8x15.8 in ©2020 by Christian Grévellec - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Train, train, paysage, vapeur

Christian Grévellec

"le dernier train vapeur"

Oil on Canvas | 11.8x15.8 in

Not For Sale
Painting titled "Gare au temps de la…" by Dy Martine, Original Artwork, Oil
Gare au temps de la vapeur - Painting, 15.8x19.7 in ©2017 by Dy Martine - Naive Art, naive-art-948, Cotton, Canvas, Train, gare, train, train à vapeur, voyage, transport, guerre, rétro, histoire, maison, paysage, passé

Dy Martine

"Gare au temps de la vapeur"

Oil on Canvas | 15.8x19.7 in

$448.93
Painting titled "Tramway de Lisbonne" by Evelyne Deuil, Original Artwork, Oil
Tramway de Lisbonne - Painting, 39.4x31.5 in ©2017 by Evelyne Deuil - Figurative, figurative-594, Train

Evelyne Deuil

"Tramway de Lisbonne"

Oil | 39.4x31.5 in

$691.6
Painting titled "Abschied" by Renate Kock, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Abschied - Painting, 23.6x31.5 in ©2018 by Renate Kock - Figurative, figurative-594, Train, Farewell, Train tracks, Leaving, Man in black

Renate Kock

"Abschied"

Acrylic on Canvas | 23.6x31.5 in

$597.84
Prints available
Painting titled "La estación del Tren" by Benilde, Original Artwork, Watercolor
La estación del Tren - Painting, 11.8x15.8 in ©2016 by Benilde - Figurative, figurative-594, Train, train, tren, estación, Banhoff, Gare, Station, Aquarelle, Acuarela, watercolour, watercolor

Benilde

"La estación del Tren"

Watercolor on Paper | 11.8x15.8 in

Not For Sale
Painting titled "New Orléans Tramway" by Georges Briot, Original Artwork, Oil
New Orléans Tramway - Painting, 15x21.7 in ©2013 by Georges Briot - Figurative, figurative-594, Train, Nouvelle Orléans le Tramway huile sur toile de Georges Briot

Georges Briot

"New Orléans Tramway"

Oil | 15x21.7 in

Not For Sale
Painting titled "Sunny trip. Eastern…" by Viktoriia Gaman, Original Artwork, Watercolor
Sunny trip. Eastern Express. - Painting, 11x15 in ©2019 by Viktoriia Gaman - Illustration, illustration-600, Train, Christmas, Christmas tale, New Year, artistic, christmas picture, clubs, express, graphics, hoarfrost, holiday, illustration, landscape, painting, polar, postcard, railway, retro, smoke, snow, steam

Viktoriia Gaman

"Sunny trip. Eastern Express."

Watercolor on Paper | 11x15 in

$758
$570
Prints available
Painting titled ""Quai de gare"" by Emile Paya, Original Artwork, Oil
"Quai de gare" - Painting, 19.3x30.3 in ©2021 by Emile Paya - Figurative, figurative-594, Train, quai de gare, TGV, passagers

Emile Paya

""Quai de gare""

Oil on Cardboard | 19.3x30.3 in

$793.08
Prints available
Painting titled "Déraillement Mortel" by Laurent Boron, Original Artwork, Acrylic
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Déraillement Mortel - Painting, 19.7x15.8 in ©2013 by Laurent Boron - Outsider Art, outsider-art-1044, Train

Laurent Boron

"Déraillement Mortel"

Acrylic on Canvas | 19.7x15.8 in

Not For Sale
Painting titled "Aspettando che..." by Accarò, Original Artwork, Oil
Aspettando che... - Painting, 11.8x15.8 in ©2021 by Accarò - Figurative, figurative-594, Train, Accarò, treno, stazione, train, woman, ragazza, zainno, viaggio, panchina

Accarò

"Aspettando che..."

Oil on Wood | 11.8x15.8 in

$872.5
Prints available
Painting titled "Поезда" by Kirill Bulatov Bulatov, Original Artwork, Oil
Поезда - Painting, 23.6x15.8 in ©2011 by Kirill Bulatov Bulatov - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Train, Поезда, сюрреализм, мысли, художник, железная дорога

Kirill Bulatov Bulatov

"Поезда"

Oil on Paper | 23.6x15.8 in

Not For Sale Prints from $27.04
Painting titled "L'amour est la supr…" by Hendi, Original Artwork, Acrylic
L'amour est la suprême puissance du cœur - Painting, 29.5x39.4 in ©2019 by Hendi - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Train, peinture, acrylique, toile, figuration, expressionisme, femme, romantisme, street art, graphisme, graffiti, decoration, interieur, train, voyage, depart, separation, dessin, illustration

Hendi

"L'amour est la suprême puissance du cœur"

Acrylic on Canvas | 29.5x39.4 in

$1,233.19
Painting titled "Kot Mit" by Maja Wolf, Original Artwork, Oil
Kot Mit - Painting, 9.8x9.8 in ©2019 by Maja Wolf - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Train, toruń, tramwaj, czytanie książek, kot, biały kot

Maja Wolf

"Kot Mit"

Oil on Paper | 9.8x9.8 in

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Prints from $27.04
Painting titled "Express" by Valter Carnevale, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Express - Painting, 27.6x39.4 in ©2017 by Valter Carnevale - Abstract, abstract-570, Wood, Canvas, Train, treno, train, persone, acrylic, paintiing, Colours, travel, locomotiva, trasporto, fantasy, luoghi, canvas, beige, black, white

Valter Carnevale

"Express"

Acrylic on Linen Canvas | 27.6x39.4 in

Not For Sale
Painting titled "lungo il percorso" by Anna Battistotti, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
lungo il percorso - Painting, 19.7x19.7 in ©2018 by Anna Battistotti - Figurative, figurative-594, Train, viaggi, treni, paesaggio, tramonto

Anna Battistotti

"lungo il percorso"

Acrylic on Canvas | 19.7x19.7 in

On Request Prints from $27.04
Painting titled "Tram" by Ewa Helzen, Original Artwork, Watercolor
Tram - Painting, 9.8x9.8 in ©2018 by Ewa Helzen - Figurative, figurative-594, Train

Ewa Helzen

"Tram"

Watercolor on Paper | 9.8x9.8 in

$364
Painting titled "CTA" by Alain Elshocht, Original Artwork, Oil
CTA - Painting, 31.5x15.8 in ©2015 by Alain Elshocht - Train

Alain Elshocht

"CTA"

Oil on Canvas | 31.5x15.8 in

$348.56
Painting titled "Die Nachtstraßenbahn" by Katharina Valeeva, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Die Nachtstraßenbahn - Painting, 19.7x15.8 in ©2022 by Katharina Valeeva - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Train, tram, straßenbahn, nacht, abendlicht, haltestelle, laternenlicht, city, city light

Katharina Valeeva

"Die Nachtstraßenbahn"

Oil on Canvas | 19.7x15.8 in

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Prints from $27.04
Painting titled "The Conductor" by Poeta Immortalis, Original Artwork, Acrylic
The Conductor - Painting, 15.8x11.8 in ©2021 by Poeta Immortalis - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Train, Zug, Gesellschaftsschichten, Auge, Bahn, Energie, Geschwindigkeit, Horror, Traumarbeit, Wagon, Zahlensymbolik, Symbole, Hierarchie, Zeit, Raum

Poeta Immortalis

"The Conductor"

Acrylic on Canvas | 15.8x11.8 in

$1,562.8
Prints available
Painting titled "Grindelwald" by Jean-Marc Allenbach, Original Artwork, Ink
Grindelwald - Painting, 5.5x7.9 in ©1994 by Jean-Marc Allenbach - Figurative, figurative-594, Train

Jean-Marc Allenbach

"Grindelwald"

Ink on Paper | 5.5x7.9 in

Not For Sale
Painting titled "Orient Express - al…" by Kazimierz Mordarski, Original Artwork, Oil
Orient Express - almost - Painting, 7.3x20 in ©2021 by Kazimierz Mordarski - Figurative, figurative-594, Train, zima, parowóz, dym, para, pociąg

Kazimierz Mordarski

"Orient Express - almost"

Oil on MDF Board | 7.3x20 in

Not For Sale Prints from $27.04
Painting titled "Détail de train" by Frédérique Cretin (Fé), Original Artwork, Oil
Détail de train - Painting, 11.8x11.8 in ©20121 by Frédérique Cretin (Fé) - Hyperrealism, hyperrealism-612, Train, détail, scnf, rail, nature, ciel, rouille, jaune, bleu, phare, lumiere, transport, épave

Frédérique Cretin (Fé)

"Détail de train"

Oil on Canvas | 11.8x11.8 in

$327.6
Prints available
Painting titled "Зимний поезд" by Tanya Dulac, Original Artwork, Oil
Зимний поезд - Painting, 27.6x19.7 in ©2021 by Tanya Dulac - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Train, зимний поезд, картина поезд, зимний пейзаж

Tanya Dulac

"Зимний поезд"

Oil on Canvas | 27.6x19.7 in

$693.8
Prints available
Painting titled "Containers - Quebec…" by Laurence Blanchard, Original Artwork, Oil
Containers - Quebec - Canada - Painting, 29.5x19.7 in ©2020 by Laurence Blanchard - Figurative, figurative-594, Train, Quebec, Canada, travel, train, container, colors

Laurence Blanchard

"Containers - Quebec - Canada"

Oil on Canvas | 29.5x19.7 in

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Prints from $27.04
Painting titled "Le cheval de fer" by Guyle Rayne, Original Artwork, Watercolor
Le cheval de fer - Painting, 14.2x20.1 in ©2018 by Guyle Rayne - Figurative, figurative-594, Train, locomotive, cheval, nature, invention, jaune

Guyle Rayne

"Le cheval de fer"

Watercolor on Paper | 14.2x20.1 in

$219.5
Prints available
Painting titled "Chenille Train" by Jérémy Piquet, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Panel
Chenille Train - Painting, 11.8x11.8 in ©2018 by Jérémy Piquet - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Train, Chenille, chenille voiture, train, transport, rail, tige, nature

Jérémy Piquet

"Chenille Train"

Oil on Wood | 11.8x11.8 in

$537.17
Painting titled "la locomotive" by Serge Tissot, Original Artwork, Watercolor
la locomotive - Painting, 14.2x18.9 in ©2018 by Serge Tissot - Figurative, figurative-594, Train

Serge Tissot

"la locomotive"

Watercolor on Paper | 14.2x18.9 in

$258.11
Painting titled "Nightmare in TGV tr…" by Wabyanko, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Nightmare in TGV train Apple invaders - Painting, 19.7x25.6 in ©2018 by Wabyanko - Fauvism, fauvism-942, Train, Apple, pomme, train, TGV, nightmare, cauchemard, invaders, invasion, inOui

Wabyanko

"Nightmare in TGV train Apple invaders"

Acrylic on Paper | 19.7x25.6 in

$490.85
Painting titled "Loco Locomotive" by Claudy, Original Artwork, Watercolor
Loco Locomotive - Painting, 11.8x15.8 in ©2014 by Claudy - Abstract, abstract-570, Train, abstrait, machine, marron, jaune

Claudy

"Loco Locomotive"

Watercolor on Paper | 11.8x15.8 in

$476.51

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