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Dance of Life
Dance of Life

Dance of Life

Located in Zofingen, AG

“Dance of Life” From the series “Metamorphoses of the Spirit” This work explores life as continuous movement — fragile, sensual, yet filled with inner strength. Through organic forms...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Abstract Landscape, large mid-century green painting, COBRA art movement
Abstract Landscape, large mid-century green painting, COBRA art movement

Abstract Landscape, large mid-century green painting, COBRA art movement

Located in Beachwood, OH

Erik Ortvad (Danish, 1917 - 2008) Abstract Landscape, 1946 Oil on canvas Signed and dated lower right 32 X 37.5 inches 35 x 40.5 inches, framed Born in 1917 in Copenhagen, Erik Ortvad was a surrealist painter and a founding member of the COBRA art...

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1940s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Hello Kitty Soup - Abstract Pink Quirky Cartoon Pop Art Painting by Gary John
Hello Kitty Soup - Abstract Pink Quirky Cartoon Pop Art Painting by Gary John

Hello Kitty Soup - Abstract Pink Quirky Cartoon Pop Art Painting by Gary John

By Gary John

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles street artist Gary John exploded onto the international art scene first during Art Basel Miami in 2013. John’s playfully bold work quickly gained attention and he was nam...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic

1970's French Post-Impressionist Reclining Nude Thick Impasto Oil Painting
1970's French Post-Impressionist Reclining Nude Thick Impasto Oil Painting

1970's French Post-Impressionist Reclining Nude Thick Impasto Oil Painting

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Reclining Nude French School worn away faint signature dated verso 1977 oil on canvas, unframed Canvas : 25.5 x 21.5 inches Inscribed verso Provenance: private collection, Paris Co...

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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1960's French Post-Impressionist Signed Oil Painting Olive Tree in Provence
1960's French Post-Impressionist Signed Oil Painting Olive Tree in Provence

1960's French Post-Impressionist Signed Oil Painting Olive Tree in Provence

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Provence Landscape by Paul-Louis Bolot (French 1918-2003) signed & dated 66'' oil on canvas in wooden frame framed: 22.5 x 19 inches canvas: 22 x 18 inches original oil painting con...

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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Hermosa Way - Large Abstract Blue Original Painting on Canvas
Hermosa Way - Large Abstract Blue Original Painting on Canvas

Hermosa Way - Large Abstract Blue Original Painting on Canvas

By Clara Berta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Clara Berta’s acrylic and mixed-media paintings blend texture and color to create harmony, mystery, and depth on the painted surface. Her paintings transform spaces into Zen environm...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Grid. No 6 (Contemporary Framed Gestural Lattice Motif Painting in Neutral tone)
Grid. No 6 (Contemporary Framed Gestural Lattice Motif Painting in Neutral tone)

Grid. No 6 (Contemporary Framed Gestural Lattice Motif Painting in Neutral tone)

By Birgit Blyth

Located in Hudson, NY

Grid No.6, 2009 (Contemporary Framed Abstract Grid in Neutral Shades Black & Coffee) by Birgit Blyth 40" X 25" paper vertical chromoskedesic monoprint 44 x 29 inches framed, custom frame with black wood molding and anti-reflective glass This contemporary, abstract style chromoskedasic monoprint was created by experimental photographer, Birgit Blyth. Without the use of a camera, the artist produced this chromoskedasic image by applying the photographic chemicals to black and white photo pager and exposing it to light. The variety of caramel, toffee, brown and black tones is determined by the different chemicals used and the amount of time they are exposed to light. Here, the artist paints with the photographic materials in a gestural, linear motion. Beautiful hues of coffee, caramel, brown, grey, and black intersect to create unique abstract, intersecting grid patterns that resembles a basket weave motif. The photograph is complimented with a black metal frame with non-glare glass. It is equipped with sturdy wire on the back for instant and professional quality hanging. About the artist and work: Birgit Blyth is one of our most innovative and prolific photographers who works in a darkroom yet uses no camera! Blyth has been experimenting with a technique known as Chromoskedasic painting since the early ‘90s and variations on this concept have been shown at the gallery for the last 20 years. The unusual process involves the use of silver particles in black and white photographic paper to scatter light at different wavelengths when exposed. A chemist of sorts, Blyth demonstrates a thorough knowledge of how the various photographic chemicals will react when applied to paper and exposed. Each work is unique with palettes that resonate brilliant tonalities of brown, green, black, and purple. Using this technique, Blyth creates abstract crosshatching grids and most recently has developed a more gestural series of 20 x 16 inch chromoskedasic paintings that explores the ethereal qualities made possible by the unconventional material. Birgit Blyth succeeds at keeping her work fresh and cutting-edge using analog methods that are being quickly replaced elsewhere with digital technology. Though Birgit Blyth began her photographic career using conventional photographic methods, she quickly became more interested in alternative processes. In the mid 1990’s a colleague showed her an article in Scientific American and it was here that she first discovered the technique called “chromoskedasic” painting, which would eventually lead her to fully finding her voice as a photographer. Blyth had always aligned herself with and been moved by abstract expressionist painting. The series of veil paintings by post-abstract expressionist, Morris Louis, was especially inspiring to her and caused her to ask herself how she could do similar interpretations photographically. In “chromoskedasic” painting, she found the answers and would begin on a new path in her artwork. The term “chromoskedasic” is derived from Greek roots meaning color by light scattering. Developed by a photographer named Dr. Dominic Man-Kit Lam, this process exploits the capability of silver particles in black and white photographic paper to “scatter” light at different wavelengths when exposed to light and chemicals. In her mastery of this photochemical drawing process, Blyth has painted lush washes of color into her own “Veil Series;” she has envisioned landscapes, both rural and urban, with melting swirls and marbled colors into rich palettes of toffee and lead. She has used this essentially experimental process to help her “see” the world around her. Blyth says she continues to be fascinated by the process because it requires “a combination of discipline, experimentation, and imagination, making possible a wonderful balance between control and surprise.” Because the chromoskedasic work is all analog, Blyth spends much of her studio time in the darkroom, which has become a rarity in the current world of digital photography. She does however, continue her preference for experimentation in numerous directions, even employing aspects of the digital age – this exhibit will also feature a new series of pieces created with the now defunct but much loved SX-70 polaroid camera, scanned and archivally printed on 24” x 24” fine cotton rag paper. Whatever the process, Blyth’s work is, as the painter and poet, Peter Sacks noted, a blend of “precision and mystery, of articulation and atmosphere.” Her images leave us with the feeling of ongoing action despite the apparent stillness; of qualities both dreamy and stark as light hits a stand of birch trees in a valley or a group of buildings in New York City. As Morris Louis evolved a style of painting that produced a complete integration of paint and canvas, so too has Blyth, with photo paper and chemicals, created a perfect integration of method and content. Artist CV: Born: Kousted, Denmark Resident in U.S.A. since 1963 Education: Denmark and U.S.A. Project, Inc., Cambridge MA (Photography) DeCordova Museum School, Lincoln MA (Printmaking) Maine Photography...

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Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Photographic Paper, Monoprint

On the Bright Side, Abstract Painting
On the Bright Side, Abstract Painting

On the Bright Side, Abstract Painting

By Dorothy Gaziano

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Various shades of blue, with touches of purple and cream, create a soothing backdrop. A bold orange form adds contrast and visual interest without disrupting th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Contemporary expressive seascape ocean waves acrylic painting on  paper
Contemporary expressive seascape ocean waves acrylic painting on  paper

Contemporary expressive seascape ocean waves acrylic painting on paper

By Mougenot Natalya

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

This artwork " "Waiting for calmness on the ocean waves" "is a vibrant and dynamic depiction of a seascape, masterfully capturing the essence of a lively and tumultuous ocean. The...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic

Turnabout: Abstract Geometric 3D Wooden Wall Sculpture in Green, Grey & Beige
Turnabout: Abstract Geometric 3D Wooden Wall Sculpture in Green, Grey & Beige

Turnabout: Abstract Geometric 3D Wooden Wall Sculpture in Green, Grey & Beige

By Stephen Walling

Located in Hudson, NY

Abstract geometric three-dimensional wood wall sculpture in bright pastel hues of sage green, light grey, and beige "Turnabout", hand-carved wooden wall sculpture by Hudson Valley ar...

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2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Dye, Acrylic, Wood Panel

Olive groves, Corfu & Olive groves at night, diptych, original painting
Olive groves, Corfu & Olive groves at night, diptych, original painting

Olive groves, Corfu & Olive groves at night, diptych, original painting

By Maggie LaPorte Banks

Located in Deddington, GB

Olive groves is a contemporary piece based on olive groves by the sea in Corfu. Sketches were made on-site and the canvas painted in my Devon studio . Additional Information: Acryl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Abstract Action Painting in Vibrant Colors
Abstract Action Painting in Vibrant Colors

Abstract Action Painting in Vibrant Colors

Located in San Francisco, CA

This abstract painting is a work by Joan Miller Linsley (1922–2000), an American artist recognized for her contributions to the Washington, D.C. art scene and her powerful social com...

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage American Modernist Street Scene Framed Original Thick Impasto Painting
Vintage American Modernist Street Scene Framed Original Thick Impasto Painting

Vintage American Modernist Street Scene Framed Original Thick Impasto Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Vintage American modernist street scene oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed verso. Framed. Measuring: 27 by 30 inches overall, and 18 by 22 painting alone. Excellent condition, rea...

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1960s Post-Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Persian Morning II (Abstract expressionist mid-century Indiana artist painting)
Persian Morning II (Abstract expressionist mid-century Indiana artist painting)

Persian Morning II (Abstract expressionist mid-century Indiana artist painting)

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

Mary Ann Robertson (1923-1911). Persian Morning II, 1964. Oil and paper on canvas. 25 x 36 1/2 inches. overall frame size 37 1/2 x 26 inches. notes: Nashville, IN woman artist....

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Handmade Paper

You brought Sunshine and Summer: Original Floral Painting, Blue vase, Geese.
You brought Sunshine and Summer: Original Floral Painting, Blue vase, Geese.

You brought Sunshine and Summer: Original Floral Painting, Blue vase, Geese.

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: You brought Sunshine and Summer Original Floral Painting, Blue vase, Geese, Heron, Unique, One-of-a-kind. "You brought Sunshine and Summer" is a painting that portrays a dee...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Dark Thunder

Dark Thunder

By Pascal Jarrion

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pascal Jarrion was born in 1961 in Perpignan, France, a region known for its Catalan culture as well as its influence on artists before him, including Picasso, Van Gogh, and Maillol....

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21st Century and Contemporary Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

City at Night (Cityscape)
City at Night (Cityscape)

City at Night (Cityscape)

By Abram Tromka

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

Abram Tromka (1895-1964) City at Night, ca. 1940. Oil on canvas, 16 x 20 inches; 20 x 24 inches in antique oak frame. Signed lower right. Frame is of the period, but probably not ...

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1930s American Modern Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Birdhead in Bloom - Original Figurative Black, Red, White Abstract Artwork
Birdhead in Bloom - Original Figurative Black, Red, White Abstract Artwork

Birdhead in Bloom - Original Figurative Black, Red, White Abstract Artwork

By Soren Grau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Drawing inspiration from cultural icons and global events, Soren Grau's street art-infused Neo-expressionism invites art enthusiasts to be a part of a narrative larger than life. In ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Mixed Media, Canvas

Large French 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting Orange and Pink
Large French 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting Orange and Pink

Large French 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting Orange and Pink

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Abstract Expressionist Composition by Marie Deloume (French born 1942) signed oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas size: 51 x 38 inches condition: overall very good, a few minor s...

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Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Paper, Oil

Large Mid 20th Century French Cubist Oil Painting Sailboats in Abstract Harmony
Large Mid 20th Century French Cubist Oil Painting Sailboats in Abstract Harmony

Large Mid 20th Century French Cubist Oil Painting Sailboats in Abstract Harmony

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Sailboats Abstract French cubist artist, circa 1950's oil on board, unframed board: 33 x 48 inches provenance: private collection, France condition: all four corners are worn but sho...

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Mid-20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Abstract 2559
Abstract 2559

Alex SenchenkoAbstract 2559, 2025

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Abstract 2559

By Alex Senchenko

Located in Zofingen, AG

In this piece, I poured my emotions through textured acrylic strokes, blending soft pastels with bold contrasts. It captures the delicate balance between chaos and calm, inviting a c...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

French Modernist Oil Painting Nice Coastal Mediterranean French Rivera City
French Modernist Oil Painting Nice Coastal Mediterranean French Rivera City

French Modernist Oil Painting Nice Coastal Mediterranean French Rivera City

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Nizza (Nice, South of France) by Artan Shabani, signed and dated 1999 signed oil on canvas, framed framed: 28 x 32 inches canvas : 20 x 24 inches inscribed verso Provenance: private ...

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1990s Post-Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Abstract
Abstract

Abstract

Located in Houston, TX

French abstract in tones of blues, black and purple, 1980s. Original artwork on paper displayed on a white mat with a gold border. Mat fits a standard-size frame. Archival pla...

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1980s Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

154 Squares V.3 - Modern Colorful Abstract Geometric Squares Acrylic Painting
154 Squares V.3 - Modern Colorful Abstract Geometric Squares Acrylic Painting

154 Squares V.3 - Modern Colorful Abstract Geometric Squares Acrylic Painting

By Brandon Neher

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brandon Neher is a California artist whose original paintings embody a profound exploration of space, structure, and balance, infused with a touch of modern minimalism. Drawing inspi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Love Conquers All - Extra Large Abstract Painting, Bold Colors, New, Maximalism
Love Conquers All - Extra Large Abstract Painting, Bold Colors, New, Maximalism

Love Conquers All - Extra Large Abstract Painting, Bold Colors, New, Maximalism

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Love Conquers All - Omnia Vincit Amor Extra Large Abstract Investment Bold Color Large rendition in the Unchained Expressions series. It attempts to map the road to freedom...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Spray Paint, Color Pencil

Energized, Abstract Painting
Energized, Abstract Painting

Energized, Abstract Painting

By Dorothy Gaziano

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist Dorothy Gaziano presents an abstract painting in various shades of blue, ranging from light turquoise to deep navy. The composition features layered, tex...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Landscape 127 by Jean Krille - Oil on masonite 65x92 cm
Landscape 127 by Jean Krille - Oil on masonite 65x92 cm

Landscape 127 by Jean Krille - Oil on masonite 65x92 cm

By Jean Krille

Located in Geneva, CH

Jean Krillé’s paintings are known for their expressive use of color and dynamic, abstract forms, blending realism with abstraction in his depictions of nature. His landscapes often f...

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Late 20th Century Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Masonite, Oil

20th Century French Expressionist Wacky Figures In Blue and Green Abstract
20th Century French Expressionist Wacky Figures In Blue and Green Abstract

20th Century French Expressionist Wacky Figures In Blue and Green Abstract

By Akos Biro

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Wacky Abstract by Akos Biro (Hungarian 1911-2002) pastel painting on card, unframed painting: 8.5 x 7 inches provenance: the artists estate, France condition: good and fai...

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Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Pastel

Abstract Relief Painting in Vibrant Blue by José María de Aurora Contemporary
Abstract Relief Painting in Vibrant Blue by José María de Aurora Contemporary

Abstract Relief Painting in Vibrant Blue by José María de Aurora Contemporary

By Jose Maria de Aurora

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

At Escat Gallery we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of trust and professionalism for our collectors. Every artwork in our collection comes with a Certificate of Au...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Leader and Followers: 21st Century Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
Leader and Followers: 21st Century Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting

Leader and Followers: 21st Century Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting

By Abiodun Nafiu Azeez

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

"Leader and Followers" is a visually striking piece of art that immediately captures the viewer's attention. The artwork, which was created using a combination of oil colors, features a central figure standing tall and confident, representing the "Leader." Surrounding this central figure are several smaller figures, representing the "Followers." Azeez's "Leader and Followers" is a profound allegory that explores the complex dynamics between leaders and their followers in society. The central figure, portrayed as powerful and charismatic, serves as a representation of leadership. This character appears larger than life, evoking a sense of authority and control. The surrounding smaller figures represent the followers, who, in contrast, appear diminutive and fragmented. Their faces are obscured, and their bodies are twisted and contorted, symbolizing the idea that followers may often lose their individuality and autonomy in their pursuit of leadership. Azeez seems to suggest that leaders can exert a significant influence over their followers, shaping their thoughts, behaviors, and even identities. "Leader and Followers" challenges viewers to reconsider their assumptions about leadership and followership. It raises questions about the responsibilities of leaders, the agency of followers, and the potential for both positive and negative outcomes when these roles intersect. Azeez's work invites us to reflect on the role of leadership in shaping society. It prompts us to ask whether leaders should be held accountable for the actions and choices of their followers. It also encourages us to consider the ethical implications of the power that leaders wield over their followers. Abiodun Nafiu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Abstract impressionist expressive flowers acrylic on paper "Floral Inspiration"
Abstract impressionist expressive flowers acrylic on paper "Floral Inspiration"

Abstract impressionist expressive flowers acrylic on paper "Floral Inspiration"

By Mougenot Natalya

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

This vibrant artwork captures a bouquet of pink flowers displayed in a glass vase, enveloped by expressive, swirling brushstrokes. This artwork named " Floral Inspiration" belongs ...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic

Sunset Whispers Abstract Skyline with Dramatic Sky and Crimson Hues Oil Painting
Sunset Whispers Abstract Skyline with Dramatic Sky and Crimson Hues Oil Painting

Sunset Whispers Abstract Skyline with Dramatic Sky and Crimson Hues Oil Painting

By Armand Rottenberg

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

"Abstract Composition" signed by Armand Rottenberg (French 1903-2000) oil painting on card, unframed painting: 26 x 19.5 inches Superb original painting by the French abstract a...

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Paintings

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Oil

In Harmony - Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Abstract, 36in x 48in
In Harmony - Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Abstract, 36in x 48in

In Harmony - Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Abstract, 36in x 48in

By Mario Angel

Located in Mississauga, CA

This evocative acrylic on canvas by Mario Angel, titled "In Harmony" serves as a poignant exploration of figurative abstraction, where the artist deftly intertwines themes of longing...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Abstract 2, Abstract Oil Painting
Abstract 2, Abstract Oil Painting

Abstract 2, Abstract Oil Painting

By Dorothy Gaziano

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Layers of colors and gestures define this abstract piece. Soft green, orange, and blue contrast with touches of black. Expressive scratches and marks bring text...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Having a cigarette amongst Green and Blue-hand painted Large CanvasEdition 12/20
Having a cigarette amongst Green and Blue-hand painted Large CanvasEdition 12/20

Having a cigarette amongst Green and Blue-hand painted Large CanvasEdition 12/20

By Shizico Yi

Located in London, GB

This Limited Canvas Edition ( #12 of 20 ) is authentically hand painted by the artist on Giclée canvas; finished with Shizico Yi's original brushstroke and oil paints on 90% of the ...

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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Archival Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

I Let Myself Bloom
I Let Myself Bloom

I Let Myself Bloom

By Olena Kishkurno

Located in Zofingen, AG

shipped rolled in a tube. I Let Myself Bloom from the series Inner Landscapes This work is part of the Inner Landscapes series, where landscape becomes a reflection of an inner stat...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Original-Sunset Song-British Awarded Artist-Impressionism-Plein Air evening oil
Original-Sunset Song-British Awarded Artist-Impressionism-Plein Air evening oil

Original-Sunset Song-British Awarded Artist-Impressionism-Plein Air evening oil

By Shizico Yi

Located in London, GB

Sunset Song Series stands as one of the most iconic works featured in the upcoming Summer Exhibition UK, 2025—a rare and luminous collection of latest artworks we’re thrilled to pres...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Wood Panel

Original Abstract Paintings for Sale on 1stDibs

Bring audacious experiments with color and textures to your living room, dining room or home office. Abstract paintings, large or small, will stand out in your space, encouraging conversation and introducing a museum-like atmosphere that’s welcoming and conducive to creating memorable gatherings.

Abstract art has origins in 19th-century Europe, but it came into its own as a significant movement during the 20th century. Early practitioners of abstraction included Wassily Kandinsky, although painters were exploring nonfigurative art prior to the influential Russian artist’s efforts, which were inspired by music and religion. Abstract painters endeavored to create works that didn’t focus on the outside world’s conventional subjects, and even when artists depicted realistic subjects, they worked in an abstract mode to do so.

In 1940s-era New York City, a group of painters working in the abstract mode created radical work that looked to European avant-garde artists as well as to the art of ancient cultures, prioritizing improvisation, immediacy and direct personal expression. While they were never formally affiliated with one another, we know them today as Abstract Expressionists.

The male contingent of the Abstract Expressionists, which includes Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning and Robert Motherwell, is frequently cited in discussing leading figures of this internationally influential postwar art movement. However, the women of Abstract Expressionism, such as Helen Frankenthaler, Lee Krasner, Joan Mitchell and others, were equally involved in the art world of the time. Sexism, family obligations and societal pressures contributed to a long history of their being overlooked, but the female Abstract Expressionists experimented vigorously, developed their own style and produced significant bodies of work.

Draw your guests into abstract oil paintings across different eras and countries of origin. On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive range of abstract paintings along with a guide on how to arrange your wonderful new wall art.

If you’re working with a small living space, a colorful, oversize work can create depth in a given room, but there isn’t any need to overwhelm your interior with a sprawling pièce de résistance. Colorful abstractions of any size can pop against a white wall in your living room, but if you’re working with a colored backdrop, you may wish to stick to colors that complement the decor that is already in the space. Alternatively, let your painting make a statement on its own, regardless of its surroundings, or group it, gallery-style, with other works.