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Welcome to Vose Galleries
Since the founding of Vose Galleries in 1841, the Vose family has amassed over 300 years of experience in the art world, and has handled more than 37,000 American paintings, including over 25 artists' estates. Vose Galleries specializes in top quality 18th, 19th and early 20th century American realist paintings and works on paper. Passed down through six generations from father to son- now daughters, Vose is the oldest family-owned art gallery in America, and has established a reputation for expertise in the history, acquisition and valuation of American art. Vose paintings hang in over 150 museums nationwide.
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Vose's Historic Gallery Space
We invite you to visit our Newbury Street brownstone, where you will find the largest inventory of American realist paintings in New England. All five floors are devoted to the display of fine art, including living and dining rooms furnished with antiques to provide a home-like setting for viewing works of art.
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The Enduring Spirit of American Realism:
A Touch of TraditionA Touch of Tradition encompasses the aesthetic that art collectors typically expect when they hear the word "Realism." It ranges from the crisp brushwork and picturesque transcriptions of nature by Francis Augustus Silva and Benjamin Champney to the soft, colorful Impressionism of Lee Lufkin Kaula and Philip Leslie Hale.
Featured painting: Detail of New York Coast by Francis Augustus Silva (1835-1886)
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The Enduring Spirit of American Realism:
A Nod to the ModA Nod to the Mod showcases the innovative Realism of the last century from the gestural work of Wolf Kahn and John Whorf to the expressive watercolors of the Boston Five.
Featured painting: Detail of Grape Vine on the Summer House by Wolf Kahn (1927-2020)
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Current Exhibition
Fresh off the EaselVose Galleries is pleased to present Fresh off the Easel, which features over 20 recent paintings from four artists in our contemporary division.
Featured painting: Detail of View of Windsor across the Connecticut River by Gary Milek (b. 1941)
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News & Events
Gallery Updates
Prepare for your visit
Vose Galleries no longer requires an appointment prior to entry. We ask that you please wear a mask at all times while visiting the gallery. We greatly appreciate your understanding as we take this precaution to protect our staff, clients, and visitors.
For all other inquiries, please contact [email protected] or call 617-536-6176.
Current Exhibition
Viewable online and in the gallery through November 29th, 2022.