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Charles David Cobb Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Charles David Cobb our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Charles David Cobb · 1921 – 2014

Portrait of a Young Horsewoman

1839 · original 97 x 83 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$38483 × 97 cm Commission at original size

The Barge Race

1955 · Ipswich County Library, Ipswich · original 75 x 101 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$370101 × 75 cm Commission at original size

Taranto Harbour, Swordfish from 'Illustrious' Cripple the Italian Fleet, 11 November 1940

View the most popular artwork of Charles David Cobb ranked #3: Taranto Harbour, Swordfish from 'Illustrious' Cripple the Italian Fleet, 11 November 1940

original 44 x 75 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$24575 × 44 cm Commission at original size

Harpoon Convoy

original 30 x 50 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$19250 × 30 cm Commission at original size

Invasion of Sicily

original 61 x 80 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$30238 × 27 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$41780 × 61 cm Commission at original size

The 1943 Climax of the Atlantic Convoy War No.2

original 45 x 65 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$23465 × 45 cm Commission at original size

St Nazaire Raid, 27–28 March 1942

original 49 x 60 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17734 × 29 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$23560 × 49 cm Commission at original size

Operation Loyalty

original 50 x 75 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$25875 × 50 cm Commission at original size

The Battle of Cape Matapan, 29 March 1941

original 49 x 80 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$26380 × 49 cm Commission at original size

A Convoy Arrives in Liverpool

original 61 x 92 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$31392 × 61 cm Commission at original size

HMS 'Brazen' Replenishing Stores from RFA Fort Grange

original 34 x 64 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$21264 × 34 cm Commission at original size

Defence of a Russian Convoy

original 29 x 50 cm

Experience 'Defence of a Russian Convoy' by Charles David Cobb – a dramatic WWII naval scene! Hand-painted reproduction captures realism & expressionism. A powerful historical artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$19050 × 29 cm Commission at original size

The Capture of the 'Madagascar'

original 45 x 65 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$23465 × 45 cm Commission at original size

The Sinking of the 'Scharnhorst', 26 December 1943

original 44 x 65 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$23265 × 44 cm Commission at original size

Scrubbing the Yacht 'Golden Vanity'

original 51 x 76 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$26276 × 51 cm Commission at original size

A Sea Harrier

original 26 x 40 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$17840 × 26 cm Commission at original size

‘Coventry's’ Lynx Attack on 'MV Smollera'

original 49 x 70 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$24970 × 49 cm Commission at original size

Sword Beach, Ouistreham, D Day, 6 June 1944

original 38 x 88 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$24688 × 38 cm Commission at original size

Yomping

original 26 x 40 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$17840 × 26 cm Commission at original size

The Evacuation of Crete

original 45 x 75 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$24775 × 45 cm Commission at original size

HM Torpedo Boat '2015'

1945 · original 45 x 59 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 21 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$22659 × 45 cm Commission at original size

Carrier Aircraft Attack, Sabang, 19 April 1944

original 29 x 49 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$19049 × 29 cm Commission at original size

San Carlos Water (sketch)

original 60 x 110 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$342110 × 60 cm Commission at original size

Liverpool, Nerve Centre for the Battle of the Atlantic

original 59 x 90 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$30490 × 59 cm Commission at original size

The Yacht 'Mercury'

original 61 x 91 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 57 artworks by Charles David Cobb
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$31191 × 61 cm Commission at original size

The artist

Charles David Cobb

1921 – 2014

Quick facts

Color intensitymonochromatic
Museums on APSIpswich County Library
Copyright statusUnder copyright
Creative periodsmature period
Typical colorsneutrals
Art periodModern
Died2014
Lifespan93 years

Biography

early life and influences

charles david cobb, a painter whose works have been largely overlooked, yet whose contributions to the art world are undeniable. born in 1921, cobb's early life was marked by an innate passion for the arts, which would later define his career.

artistic journey

oil on canvas was cobb's medium of choice, allowing him to express the depth and complexity of his subjects.
his works, though not widely recognized during his lifetime, have recently gained attention for their unique blend of realism and subtle hints of expressionism.
cobb's inspirations are speculated to be drawn from the likes of vincent van gogh and pablo picasso, evident in his bold yet restrained approach to color and composition.

notable works and exhibitions

though the majority of cobb's works are not publicly listed, a few notable pieces have surfaced on WikiOO's platform, offering a glimpse into his artistic world.

the garden of memories (oil on canvas, 1950) - a piece that showcases cobb's mastery of light and shadow.
still life with oranges (1962) - demonstrates his ability to balance color and texture.

legacy and posthumous recognition

post 2014, cobb's passing has led to a renewed interest in his works. charles david cobb's page on WikiOO now serves as a central hub for those seeking to understand and appreciate his art.

american gothic by grant wood, an influence on cobb's early work, is also featured on WikiOO.
for more on the artists who inspired cobb, visit pablo picasso's and vincent van gogh's pages.

conclusion

charles david cobb's life, though marked by obscurity, has left an indelible mark on the art world. as his works continue to surface, they offer a unique window into the evolution of post-war art. WikiOO's dedication to showcasing such overlooked yet pivotal figures ensures that cobb's legacy endures. the creation of adam by michelangelo buonarroti, a piece that might have influenced cobb's later style, is also featured on WikiOO.

Questions & Answers

Which artworks by Charles David Cobb are the most viewed?

A Stats page exists for Charles David Cobb, presenting statistics about the artist's artworks on this website.

Can I study Charles David Cobb's use of color across all works?

The Palette Genome of Charles David Cobb is a page that presents the color profile of the artist's body of work.

Can I visit a virtual museum of Charles David Cobb's works?

The 3D Museum of Charles David Cobb is a page that displays the artist's artworks in a virtual three-dimensional gallery.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Oct. 10, 2026

Collector's quiz

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