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Tobias Stranover Most Popular Paintings

The 21 artworks by Tobias Stranover 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 · 21 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Tobias Stranover · 1684 – 1756

Scarlet Macaw, Yellow-naped Amazon, Eurasian Bullfinch, Blue Tit, Eurasian Jay, and Red Squirrel with Fruit

View the most popular artwork of Tobias Stranover ranked #1: Scarlet Macaw, Yellow-naped Amazon, Eurasian Bullfinch, Blue Tit, Eurasian Jay, and Red Squirrel with Fruit

1717 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 113.0 x 158.8cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Still-Life with Flowers

1700 · Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest · original 75.5 x 63.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Peacock, Hen and Cock Pheasant in a Landscape

original 126 x 98 cm

Exquisite oil painting by Tobias Stranover (1684-1756) featuring a vibrant peacock & birds in a detailed landscape. Dutch Golden Age style, rich textures & subtle symbolism. A stunning ornithological piece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Same size as the original$51098 × 126 cm Commission at original size

Still-Life of Fruit and Birds

original 91 x 112 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Various Types of Birds (with a Parrot)

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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A split melon, peaches, plums, grapes, apples and currants with a parrot and a bullfinch

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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A Monkey, a Dog and Various Birds in a Landscape

original 153 x 140 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Still Life with a Basket of Fruit and Flowers

Admire 'Still Life with a Basket of Fruit,' a Baroque masterpiece by Tobias Stranover. Explore this vibrant painting featuring fruit & flowers – a timeless classic.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Canary, Green Parrot and Other Birds in a Landscape

Admire 'Canary, Green Parrot...' by Tobias Stranoever! A Baroque oil painting of birds in a landscape, showcasing rich textures & dramatic lighting. Discover this captivating artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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A Bunch of Grapes

Admire 'A Bunch of Grapes' by Tobias Stranoever – a captivating 17th-century Romanian Baroque still life. Explore biblical themes & bird details in this hand-painted masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Parkland Setting with Birds

original 77 x 122 cm

A lavish Dutch Golden Age still life by Tobias Stranoever! Explore opulent birds, fruits & delicacies in this meticulously detailed oil painting from 17th-century Romania.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Various Types of Birds (with a Peacock)

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Macaw and Other Birds in a Landscape

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Various Types of Birds (with a Kingfisher and a Fountain)

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Various Types of Birds (with a Toucan and a Pheasant)

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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The Mobbing of a Long-Eared Owl by Other Birds

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Still Life with a Monkey, Jay and Parrot

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Various Types of Birds (with a Viaduct)

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Various Types of Birds (with a Black Bird and a Parrot)

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Various Types of Birds (with a Flamingo)

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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Various Types of Birds (with a Black Bird and a White Bird)

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 22 artworks by Tobias Stranover
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The artist

Tobias Stranover

1684 – 1756

Quick facts

Creative periodsmature period
Lifespan72 years
NationalityRomania
Color intensitybalanced, monochromatic
Topics exploredanimals, landscape
Died1756
Typical colorsphthalo green
Also known asToby Stranovius, Tobias Stronover, Tobias Stranovius, Stronover, Stranover

Biography

A Transylvanian Legacy Reaching Across Europe

Born in the historic environs of Sigmaren, Romania, in 1684, Tobias Stranover—often known by his more melodic moniker, Stranovius—was a painter whose spirit was as much shaped by his travels as by his heritage. As the son of the respected artist Jeremias Stranover, his very foundation was laid within the rich traditions of Transylvanian Saxon craftsmanship. Yet, the boundaries of his world were far from limited to the borders of Romania. His journey through the great artistic arteries of Europe—from the bustling ports of Hamburg to the refined courts of Dresden and the vibrant markets of Amsterdam—infused his work with a cosmopolitan elegance. This early exposure to diverse artistic currents allowed him to weave together a style that was both deeply rooted in tradition and strikingly modern for its time, preparing him for his eventual ascent within the English Baroque scene.

The Symbiosis of Style and Marriage

Upon arriving in England around 1703, Stranover’s life and art became inextricably linked with another great name of the era. His marriage to Elizabeth Bogdani, the daughter of the celebrated bird and flower painter Jakob Bogdány, was more than a romantic union; it was a profound artistic partnership. Together, they navigated the high demands of the English decorative arts market, often working in a shared studio environment that blurred the individual hand from the collective vision. The frequent appearance of identical exotic bird species and lush fruit compositions across their respective works suggests a seamless collaboration, a shared language of color and form. When Bogdány passed away in 1724, Stranover inherited not just a home in Finchley, but a legacy of studio contents and models that allowed him to continue the tradition of excellence established by his mentor and father-in-law.

Mastery of the Avian and the Ornamental

The true brilliance of Stranover’s oeuvre lies in his ability to capture the ephemeral beauty of the natural world with a precision that borders on the scientific, yet remains deeply poetic. Heavily influenced by the Dutch master Melchior d’Hondecoeter, Stranover possessed an uncanny sensitivity to the anatomy and behavior of birds. His canvases often feature:

Vibrant Avian Portraits: From the regal peacock to the delicate hen, his subjects are rendered with a lightness and freshness that distinguishes him from the heavier Baroque styles.
Luminous Still Lifes: Meticulously detailed arrangements of fruit and flowers that celebrate texture, light, and the fleeting nature of life.
Dynamic Landscapes: Settings where animals and birds interact within a meticulously observed environment, creating scenes of both tranquility and vitality.

Through his use of rich textures and a palette brimming with life, Stranover did more than merely document nature; he elevated the decorative arts to a level of profound observation, leaving an indelible mark on the history of European painting.

Questions & Answers

What moods do Tobias Stranover's artworks express?

The Mood Room of Tobias Stranover is a page that arranges the artist's artworks by mood.

How did Tobias Stranover's art evolve over time?

Tobias Stranover's career unfolds period by period on the artist's Chronicle page: a horizontal timeline of the artworks, grouped into career-period chapters.

Can I sort Tobias Stranover's artworks by color?

The Spectral Index page organizes Tobias Stranover's artworks by color.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Sept. 3, 2026

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