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Text Based Paintings

"Architecture Joke" Conceptual Text Based Painting
"Architecture Joke" Conceptual Text Based Painting

"Architecture Joke" Conceptual Text Based Painting

By David Kramer

Located in New York, NY

This conceptual text based painting by New York artist, David Kramer, combines stylized painting of the FBI Building in Washington DC and the bold text: BRUTAL.

Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Enamel

"Backstage Rant" Conceptual Text Based Painting

"Backstage Rant" Conceptual Text Based Painting

By David Kramer

Located in New York, NY

This large scale conceptual text based painting by New York artist, David Kramer, features, in bold type the phase: "...

Category

2010s Conceptual Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Into Your Tomorrow — Contemporary Text-Based Painting by Emmi Iida
Into Your Tomorrow — Contemporary Text-Based Painting by Emmi Iida

Into Your Tomorrow — Contemporary Text-Based Painting by Emmi Iida

By EMMI IIDA 1

Located in Lahti, FI

“Into Your Tomorrow” is an original text-based abstract painting by Finnish multidisciplinary artist Emmi Iida, measuring 70 x 50 cm.

Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Oil Pastel

Depth of Becoming — Contemporary Abstract Text-Based Painting by Emmi Iida
Depth of Becoming — Contemporary Abstract Text-Based Painting by Emmi Iida

Depth of Becoming — Contemporary Abstract Text-Based Painting by Emmi Iida

By EMMI IIDA 1

Located in Lahti, FI

Upcoming exhibitions include international art fairs and group shows in Europe and the United States in 2025. Text-Based Art, Abstract Expressionism, Contemporary Nordic Art, Emot...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil Pastel, Cotton Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic

The Weight of Possibility — Large Contemporary Text-Based Painting by Emmi Iida
The Weight of Possibility — Large Contemporary Text-Based Painting by Emmi Iida

The Weight of Possibility — Large Contemporary Text-Based Painting by Emmi Iida

By EMMI IIDA 1

Located in Lahti, FI

“The Weight of Possibility” is a 70 x 100 cm text-based abstract painting by Finnish multidisciplinary artist Emmi Iida.

Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil Pastel, Cotton Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Conceptual Text Based Painting "Paved with Gold" (tax the poor, feed the rich)

Conceptual Text Based Painting "Paved with Gold" (tax the poor, feed the rich)

By David Kramer

Located in New York, NY

38"x28" signed by the artist, David Kramer. (oil, acrylic, enamel, pencil on gessoed paper) In this conceptual work on paper, the title: "Paved with Gold" counters the text which ov...

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2010s Conceptual Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Oil, Pencil

"The Thoughts in My Head #41 Standing Next to You" conceptual text painting

"The Thoughts in My Head #41 Standing Next to You" conceptual text painting

By Lisa Levy

Located in New York, NY

This Conceptual Text based painting features the words "When you look here imagine me standing next to you" in white over a royal blue background by Lisa Levy.

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2010s Conceptual Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas

"Double Fantasty"  Text Based Conceptual Painting
"Double Fantasty"  Text Based Conceptual Painting

"Double Fantasty" Text Based Conceptual Painting

By David Kramer

Located in New York, NY

A stylized depiction of bathers in a swimming pool, reminiscent of 1970's style advertising, this large scale conceptual text based by New York artist, David Kramer reads: "I am all ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Scorched, Contemporary Landscape Painting
Scorched, Contemporary Landscape Painting

Scorched, Contemporary Landscape Painting

By Matt Higgins

Located in Philadelphia, PA

He maintains a regular studio practice in the Fishtown neighborhood focusing primarily on abstract styles of painting but sometimes dabbling in text based paintings, landscapes or ot...

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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Canvas, Oil, Vinyl

Elusive Orange: Abstract Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Contemporary Art
Elusive Orange: Abstract Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Contemporary Art

Elusive Orange: Abstract Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Contemporary Art

By Matt Higgins

Located in Philadelphia, PA

He maintains a regular studio practice in the Fishtown neighborhood focusing primarily on abstract styles of painting but sometimes dabbling in text based paintings, landscapes or ot...

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

"HER" Text-Based, Abstract Painting, Acrylic on Panel, Framed, 21st Century
"HER" Text-Based, Abstract Painting, Acrylic on Panel, Framed, 21st Century

"HER" Text-Based, Abstract Painting, Acrylic on Panel, Framed, 21st Century

By Jim Houser

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This piece titled "HER" is an original artwork by Jim Houser and is made of acrylic on panel. This piece measures approximately 17”h x 17”w and ships in the pictured manipulated fram...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Panel

Satirical Text Based Conceptual Painting: "Log Entries..."
Satirical Text Based Conceptual Painting: "Log Entries..."

Satirical Text Based Conceptual Painting: "Log Entries..."

By David Kramer

Located in New York, NY

38"x27" signed by the artist, David Kramer. (acrylic, pencil on gessoed paper) In this conceptual work on paper, the text "Handmade Memes... Old World Flavor." is hand drawn to loo...

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2010s Conceptual Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Oil, Pencil

Abstract expressionist word art text-base mixed media painting paper "NAMASTE"
Abstract expressionist word art text-base mixed media painting paper "NAMASTE"

Abstract expressionist word art text-base mixed media painting paper "NAMASTE"

By Natalya Mougenot

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

"Namaste" is an expressive mixed-media work by French artist Natalya Mougenot, part of her Abstract Word Art series—a collection focused on the emotional power of language and its vi...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Watercolor

"Tired Act" Text Based Conceptual Fiber Artwork
"Tired Act" Text Based Conceptual Fiber Artwork

"Tired Act" Text Based Conceptual Fiber Artwork

By David Kramer

Located in New York, NY

This text based fiber work by New York artist, David Kramer incorporates elements of crafting known as hook rug, which are tooled over hand drawn elements on the burlap.

Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Frequency of Flow — Text-Based Abstract Painting on Canvas by Emmi Iida
Frequency of Flow — Text-Based Abstract Painting on Canvas by Emmi Iida

Frequency of Flow — Text-Based Abstract Painting on Canvas by Emmi Iida

By EMMI IIDA 1

Located in Lahti, FI

Upcoming exhibitions include international art fairs and group shows in Europe and the United States in 2025. Text-Based Art, Abstract Expressionism, Modern Affirmation Art, Cont...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil Pastel, Cotton Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Suspend Abstract Painting, Acrylic & Mixed Media, Unframed, 37x33\"
Suspend Abstract Painting, Acrylic & Mixed Media, Unframed, 37x33\"

Suspend Abstract Painting, Acrylic & Mixed Media, Unframed, 37x33\"

By Brigitte Radecki

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Conceptual queries and artistic explorations have taken several aesthetic and formal paths, be it the environmental structures of the 1980’s, the text-based painting installations Mi...

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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Acrylic

After Midnight Acrylic Painting, Abstract Style, Unframed, 2010+
After Midnight Acrylic Painting, Abstract Style, Unframed, 2010+

After Midnight Acrylic Painting, Abstract Style, Unframed, 2010+

By Brigitte Radecki

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Conceptual queries and artistic explorations have taken several aesthetic and formal paths, be it the environmental structures of the 1980’s, the text-based painting installations Mi...

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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas

Decide Abstract Painting, Acrylic and Mixed Media, 2010+, Unframed
Decide Abstract Painting, Acrylic and Mixed Media, 2010+, Unframed

Decide Abstract Painting, Acrylic and Mixed Media, 2010+, Unframed

By Brigitte Radecki

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Conceptual queries and artistic explorations have taken several aesthetic and formal paths, be it the environmental structures of the 1980’s, the text-based painting installations Mi...

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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Acrylic

Achieve Abstract Mixed Media Painting, Acrylic on Canvas, 2010+

Achieve Abstract Mixed Media Painting, Acrylic on Canvas, 2010+

By Brigitte Radecki

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Conceptual queries and artistic explorations have taken several aesthetic and formal paths, be it the environmental structures of the 1980’s, the text-based painting installations Mi...

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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Mixed Media

Enfolding Acrylic Painting on Wood Panel, Abstract Style, 2010-

Enfolding Acrylic Painting on Wood Panel, Abstract Style, 2010-

By Brigitte Radecki

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Conceptual queries and artistic explorations have taken several aesthetic and formal paths, be it the environmental structures of the 1980’s, the text-based painting installations Mi...

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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Wood Panel

Rebuild Abstract Painting on Wood Panel, Mixed Media, 2010s, Unframed
Rebuild Abstract Painting on Wood Panel, Mixed Media, 2010s, Unframed

Rebuild Abstract Painting on Wood Panel, Mixed Media, 2010s, Unframed

By Brigitte Radecki

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Conceptual queries and artistic explorations have taken several aesthetic and formal paths, be it the environmental structures of the 1980’s, the text-based painting installations Mi...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Wood Panel, Mixed Media

Hiding, Abstract Acrylic Painting on Wood Panel, Circa 2010, Unframed

Hiding, Abstract Acrylic Painting on Wood Panel, Circa 2010, Unframed

By Brigitte Radecki

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Conceptual queries and artistic explorations have taken several aesthetic and formal paths, be it the environmental structures of the 1980’s, the text-based painting installations Mi...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Wood Panel

Mountain of Sun Large Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Abstract, 2010+

Mountain of Sun Large Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Abstract, 2010+

By Brigitte Radecki

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Conceptual queries and artistic explorations have taken several aesthetic and formal paths, be it the environmental structures of the 1980’s, the text-based painting installations Mi...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas

Affordable Slacks

Affordable Slacks

By Derrick Hickman

Located in New York, NY

Abstract geometric painting on canvas. About the Artist: My text based paintings build upon the theme of myth vs. memory, which has been the focus of past paintings and sculpture...

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2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Resin, Acrylic

The Complicated Idea of Gone

The Complicated Idea of Gone

By Derrick Hickman

Located in New York, NY

Abstract geometric painting on canvas. About the Artist: My text based paintings build upon the theme of myth vs. memory, which has been the focus of past paintings and sculpture...

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2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Resin, Acrylic

Not Me

Not Me

By Derrick Hickman

Located in New York, NY

Abstract geometric painting on canvas. About the Artist: My text based paintings build upon the theme of myth vs. memory, which has been the focus of past paintings and sculpture...

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2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Resin, Acrylic

Choices

Choices

By Derrick Hickman

Located in New York, NY

Abstract geometric painting on canvas. About the Artist: My text based paintings build upon the theme of myth vs. memory, which has been the focus of past paintings and sculpture...

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2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Resin, Acrylic

"Dual Chamber Confinement Study" watercolor ink, text based conceptual painting
"Dual Chamber Confinement Study" watercolor ink, text based conceptual painting

"Dual Chamber Confinement Study" watercolor ink, text based conceptual painting

By Patricia Smith

Located in New York, NY

Titled: For All Intents and Purposes Dual Chamber Confinement Study Plot Plan No. 10615, presenting framed in a natural wood shadowbox frame. This is a finely rendered pen and ink ...

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2010s Conceptual Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Watercolor, Archival Paper

What Ecstatic Danger

What Ecstatic Danger

By Alex Gingrow

Located in New York, NY

graphite, flashe, ink and gesso on paper, 22"x30" signed by the artist Alex Gingrow creates text-based paintings and drawings that are at turns witty, sardonic, poetic, self-deprecat...

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2010s Conceptual Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Gesso, Ink, Graphite

Not If But When

Not If But When

By Alex Gingrow

Located in New York, NY

Alex Gingrow creates text-based paintings and drawings that are at turns witty, sardonic, poetic, self-deprecating and revealing.

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2010s Conceptual Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Gesso, Ink, Graphite

Still Pretty Though

Still Pretty Though

By Alex Gingrow

Located in New York, NY

Alex Gingrow creates text-based paintings and drawings that are at turns witty, sardonic, poetic, self-deprecating and revealing.

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2010s Conceptual Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Gesso, Ink, Graphite

Life (Ass-Backward and Upside Down)
Life (Ass-Backward and Upside Down)

Life (Ass-Backward and Upside Down)

By Adam Mars

Located in Miami, FL

Edition of 20 Pencil signed and numbered Adam Mars (born 1981 in Orange County, CA, USA) is a contemporary artist based in Los Angeles, CA, USA known for his custom outfits and text...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Prints and Multiples

Materials

Screen

"NeoRealism (on the Subway)" conceptual, text based work on paper
"NeoRealism (on the Subway)" conceptual, text based work on paper

"NeoRealism (on the Subway)" conceptual, text based work on paper

By David Kramer

Located in New York, NY

38"x25" signed by the artist, David Kramer. (oil, enamel, acrylic, pencil on gessoed paper) In this conceptual work on paper, the text "Keeping it Real...Whatever That Means" is wr...

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2010s Conceptual Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Enamel

Prise De Possession Du Tout, 1960 - mixed media, 33x34 cm, framed
Prise De Possession Du Tout, 1960 - mixed media, 33x34 cm, framed

Prise De Possession Du Tout, 1960 - mixed media, 33x34 cm, framed

By Ben Vautier

Located in Nice, FR

He is also active in Mail-Art and is mostly known for his text-based paintings or écritures began in 1953, with his work Il faut manger.

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1960s Conceptual Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Mixed Media

Acheter Dieu, 1961 - mixed media, 44x33 cm, framed
Acheter Dieu, 1961 - mixed media, 44x33 cm, framed

Acheter Dieu, 1961 - mixed media, 44x33 cm, framed

By Ben Vautier

Located in Nice, FR

He is also active in Mail-Art and is mostly known for his text-based paintings or écritures began in 1953, with his work Il faut manger.

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1960s Conceptual Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Mixed Media

Beauty Beneath the Chaos, Abstract Expressionist Painting by Emmi Iida
Beauty Beneath the Chaos, Abstract Expressionist Painting by Emmi Iida

Beauty Beneath the Chaos, Abstract Expressionist Painting by Emmi Iida

By EMMI IIDA 1

Located in Lahti, FI

This piece speaks to collectors drawn to contemporary abstract expressionism, text-based painting, and emotionally resonant art that bridges chaos and beauty.

Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Oil Pastel, Pastel, Acrylic, Pencil, Color Pencil

Non Toxic Contemporary Abstract Modern Expressionist Painting Quote
Non Toxic Contemporary Abstract Modern Expressionist Painting Quote

Non Toxic Contemporary Abstract Modern Expressionist Painting Quote

By EMMI IIDA 1

Located in Lahti, FI

Abstract Expressionism, Contemporary Painting, Text-Based Art, Gold Metallic Art, Conceptual Abstraction, Nordic Contemporary Artist, Poetic Abstraction, Modern Collectible Art.

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Veins of Soil – Large Contemporary Nordic Abstract Painting in Taupe

Veins of Soil – Large Contemporary Nordic Abstract Painting in Taupe

By EMMI IIDA 1

Located in Lahti, FI

Abstract Expressionism, Large Contemporary Painting, Text-Based Art, Emotional Abstraction, Red Abstract Art, Modern Collectible Art, Nordic Contemporary Artist, Statement Wall Art, ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Whispers Beneath – Large Contemporary Nordic Abstract Painting in Cream Tones

Whispers Beneath – Large Contemporary Nordic Abstract Painting in Cream Tones

By EMMI IIDA 1

Located in Lahti, FI

Abstract Expressionism, Large Contemporary Painting, Text-Based Art, Emotional Abstraction, Red Abstract Art, Modern Collectible Art, Nordic Contemporary Artist, Statement Wall Art, ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic

All the Pretty Dreams — Large Abstract Expressionist Painting in Pink and Brown
All the Pretty Dreams — Large Abstract Expressionist Painting in Pink and Brown

All the Pretty Dreams — Large Abstract Expressionist Painting in Pink and Brown

By EMMI IIDA 1

Located in Lahti, FI

Abstract Expressionism, Large Contemporary Painting, Text-Based Art, Emotional Abstraction, Red Abstract Art, Modern Collectible Art, Nordic Contemporary Artist, Statement Wall Art, ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic

"Mystery Box (Boîte mystère)" Ben Vautier, Fluxus Movement Conceptual Sculpture
"Mystery Box (Boîte mystère)" Ben Vautier, Fluxus Movement Conceptual Sculpture

"Mystery Box (Boîte mystère)" Ben Vautier, Fluxus Movement Conceptual Sculpture

By Ben Vautier

Located in New York, NY

Ben Vautier Mystery Box (Boîte mystère), 1965 Painted wood with letterpress label 3 13/16 × 2 3/4 × 2 7/16 inches Ben Vautier was a French artist known for his text-based paintings...

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1960s Conceptual Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paper

Rooted Light - Mixed media on canvas, spray paint, acrylic, pastels
Rooted Light - Mixed media on canvas, spray paint, acrylic, pastels

Rooted Light - Mixed media on canvas, spray paint, acrylic, pastels

By EMMI IIDA 1

Located in Lahti, FI

Abstract Expressionism, Large Contemporary Painting, Text-Based Art, Emotional Abstraction, Red Abstract Art, Modern Collectible Art, Nordic Contemporary Artist, Statement Wall Art, ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Golden Reverie - Mixed media on canvas, spray paint, acrylic, pastels
Golden Reverie - Mixed media on canvas, spray paint, acrylic, pastels

Golden Reverie - Mixed media on canvas, spray paint, acrylic, pastels

By EMMI IIDA 1

Located in Lahti, FI

Abstract Expressionism, Large Contemporary Painting, Text-Based Art, Emotional Abstraction, Red Abstract Art, Modern Collectible Art, Nordic Contemporary Artist, Statement Wall Art, ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic

L.A BLVD

L.A BLVD

By Ayline Olukman

Located in New York, NY

She has published 4 books based on photographs, texts, and paintings: Small Eternity (2012), America (2015), La Mue (2019), and Elysian Fields (2021).

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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Photographic Paper, Stretcher Bars

Backyard Oasis
Backyard Oasis

Backyard Oasis

By Ayline Olukman

Located in New York, NY

She has published 4 books based on photographs, texts, and paintings: Small Eternity (2012), America (2015), La Mue (2019), and Elysian Fields (2021).

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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Photographic Paper, Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Wood Panel

Poolview Horizon
Poolview Horizon

Poolview Horizon

By Ayline Olukman

Located in New York, NY

She has published 4 books based on photographs, texts, and paintings: Small Eternity (2012), America (2015), La Mue (2019), and Elysian Fields (2021).

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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Photographic Paper, Stretcher Bars

Nadia

Nadia

By Ayline Olukman

Located in New York, NY

She has published 4 books based on photographs, texts, and paintings: Small Eternity (2012), America (2015), La Mue (2019), and Elysian Fields (2021).

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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Photographic Paper, Stretcher Bars

Auggust Sky

Auggust Sky

By Ayline Olukman

Located in New York, NY

She has published 4 books based on photographs, texts, and paintings: Small Eternity (2012), America (2015), La Mue (2019), and Elysian Fields (2021).

Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Photographic Paper, Stretcher Bars

Signed, Sealed and Delivered (Visual Language, Text, Linguistic Code, 25% OFF)
Signed, Sealed and Delivered (Visual Language, Text, Linguistic Code, 25% OFF)

Signed, Sealed and Delivered (Visual Language, Text, Linguistic Code, 25% OFF)

Located in Kansas City, MO

Janet Davidson-Hues, Language and Art, Text in Art, Visual Language, Feminist Art, Linguistic Codes, Word and Image, Improvisational Painting, Text-Based Art, Verbal Expression, Comm...

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2010s Contemporary Prints and Multiples

Materials

Archival Paper, Lithograph

Glenn Ligon - Lincoln Center print, hand signed & inscribed by Glenn Ligon
Glenn Ligon - Lincoln Center print, hand signed & inscribed by Glenn Ligon

Glenn Ligon - Lincoln Center print, hand signed & inscribed by Glenn Ligon

By Glenn Ligon

Located in New York, NY

Throughout his career, Ligon has pursued an incisive exploration of American history, literature, and society across bodies of work that build critically on the legacies of modern pa...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Permanent Marker, Lithograph, Offset

Unspoken Mind, Contemporary Abstract Painting
Unspoken Mind, Contemporary Abstract Painting

Unspoken Mind, Contemporary Abstract Painting

By Matt Higgins

Located in Philadelphia, PA

He maintains a regular studio practice in the Fishtown neighborhood focusing primarily on abstract styles of painting but sometimes dabbling in text based paintings, landscapes or ot...

Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Recent Sales

Abstract Art, Contemporary, Minimal, Abstract, Text- Based, Painting
Abstract Art, Contemporary, Minimal, Abstract, Text- Based, Painting

Abstract Art, Contemporary, Minimal, Abstract, Text- Based, Painting

By Enn Erisalu

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Canadian modernist painter Enn Erisalu (1943–2005) was born in Estonia and immigrated to Canada in 1951. He studied art in Florence, London, the University of Oregon and at the Art C...

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1990s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media

Black and Blue, Contemporary, Minimal, Abstract, Text-Based Painting
Black and Blue, Contemporary, Minimal, Abstract, Text-Based Painting

Black and Blue, Contemporary, Minimal, Abstract, Text-Based Painting

By Enn Erisalu

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

This abstract, contemporary, minimal, text-based work by Enn Erisalu, uses jumbled black and blue bold letter, to imply the spelling of "Black and Blue." Canadian modernist painter ...

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1990s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media

1991, Adam Mars, Text Based Painting, Cultural Commentary, Graphic, Pattern

1991, Adam Mars, Text Based Painting, Cultural Commentary, Graphic, Pattern

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogans function as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to refle...

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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Spray Paint, Acrylic

1994, Adam Mars, Text Based Painting, Cultural Commentary, Graphic, Pattern

1994, Adam Mars, Text Based Painting, Cultural Commentary, Graphic, Pattern

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogans function as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to refle...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Acrylic, Panel

Immaturing with Age, Adam Mars, 2018, Mixed Media, Text Based Painting

Immaturing with Age, Adam Mars, 2018, Mixed Media, Text Based Painting

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogans function as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to refle...

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2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Panel

Culture in Duh Kline, Text Based Painting, Adam Mars, Cultural Commentary

Culture in Duh Kline, Text Based Painting, Adam Mars, Cultural Commentary

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogansfunction as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to reflec...

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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Panel

Buried Alive In His Own Dirt Text Based Painting, Adam Mars, Text, Graphic

Buried Alive In His Own Dirt Text Based Painting, Adam Mars, Text, Graphic

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogansfunction as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to reflec...

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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Spray Paint, Acrylic

Half as Bad As Dad Text Based Painting, Adam mars, Text, Social Commentary

Half as Bad As Dad Text Based Painting, Adam mars, Text, Social Commentary

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogansfunction as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to reflec...

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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Panel

Same Country, Different World, Adam Mars, 2018, Mixed Media, Text Based Painting

Same Country, Different World, Adam Mars, 2018, Mixed Media, Text Based Painting

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogans function as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to refle...

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2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Panel

For Eli Broad or Some Rich Broad, Adam Mars, Text Based Painting

For Eli Broad or Some Rich Broad, Adam Mars, Text Based Painting

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogansfunction as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to reflec...

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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Panel

A Brain Like Brad Pitt's Face Text Based Painting, Adam Mars, Cultural Comment

A Brain Like Brad Pitt's Face Text Based Painting, Adam Mars, Cultural Comment

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogansfunction as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to reflec...

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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Panel

My Favorite Color is Red Flag, Adam Mars, 2018, Mixed Media, Text Based Painting

My Favorite Color is Red Flag, Adam Mars, 2018, Mixed Media, Text Based Painting

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogans function as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to refle...

Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Panel

The Thoughts in My Head #49 (Struggle)

The Thoughts in My Head #49 (Struggle)

By Lisa Levy

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hand painted text based painting.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Acrylic Polymer

The Thoughts in My Head #16 (Pharmacists)

The Thoughts in My Head #16 (Pharmacists)

By Lisa Levy

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hand painted text based painting.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Acrylic Polymer

The Thoughts in My Head #44 (Car Instead)

The Thoughts in My Head #44 (Car Instead)

By Lisa Levy

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hand painted text based paintings. Inquire for other colors.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Acrylic Polymer

The Thoughts in My Head #54 (My Own Pleasure)

The Thoughts in My Head #54 (My Own Pleasure)

By Lisa Levy

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hand painted text based painting. Inquire for other colors available.

Category

20th Century Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Acrylic Polymer

The Thoughts in My Head #52 (Fantasy List)

The Thoughts in My Head #52 (Fantasy List)

By Lisa Levy

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hand painted text based painting. Inquire about other colors available.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Acrylic Polymer

The Thoughts in My Head #47 (Those Artists)

The Thoughts in My Head #47 (Those Artists)

By Lisa Levy

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hand painted text based painting. Inquire about other color and sizes.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Acrylic Polymer

Memory Melody, Contemporary, Minimal, Text- Based, Mixed Media Painting
Memory Melody, Contemporary, Minimal, Text- Based, Mixed Media Painting

Memory Melody, Contemporary, Minimal, Text- Based, Mixed Media Painting

By Enn Erisalu

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

This abstract, text-based work by Enn Erisalu is a minimal and fun play on words, which reads "Memory Melody." Canadian modernist painter Enn Erisalu (1943–2005) was born in Estonia ...

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media

"Read Red, " Modern Art, Text- Based, Red, Acrylic Painting
"Read Red, " Modern Art, Text- Based, Red, Acrylic Painting

"Read Red, " Modern Art, Text- Based, Red, Acrylic Painting

By Enn Erisalu

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

"Read Red" (1990) Acrylic on canvas 58 x 68 x 1.5 inches (framed) This modern art uses bold red, text on a white painted canvas to make the letters "READ" be the focal point of the...

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

"Same, " Modern Art, Abstract, Text- Based, Mixed Media, Painting
"Same, " Modern Art, Abstract, Text- Based, Mixed Media, Painting

"Same, " Modern Art, Abstract, Text- Based, Mixed Media, Painting

By Enn Erisalu

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

"Same" (1991) Acrylic on canvas 38 x 45 x 1 inches (framed) This modern artwork, uses lettering in an abstract way to form the words 'same, same,' the use on a white background mak...

Category

1990s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Acrylic

"To See Takes Time" original hand printed, text-based, female portrait
"To See Takes Time" original hand printed, text-based, female portrait

"To See Takes Time" original hand printed, text-based, female portrait

Located in New Orleans, LA

From a series called "She Said." This is a hand-stamped, text-based, original portrait done with acrylic by Leslie Nichols. The image is made up of legible text that is quotes from a...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Someone Needs to Keep the Edge, Adam Mars, 2018, Mixed Media, Text Based

Someone Needs to Keep the Edge, Adam Mars, 2018, Mixed Media, Text Based

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogans function as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to refle...

Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Panel

Untitled (Love), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Love), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Love), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Ah!!!), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Ah!!!), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Ah!!!), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Technology), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Technology), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Technology), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Ah!!!), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Ah!!!), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Ah!!!), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Activist), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (Activist), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (Activist), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Cinematic), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (Cinematic), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (Cinematic), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Infobahn), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (Infobahn), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (Infobahn), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Cinematic), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (Cinematic), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (Cinematic), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Cinematic), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (Cinematic), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (Cinematic), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Wink), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (Wink), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (Wink), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Cigarettes Are Gross, Can I Have One, Adam Mars, 2018, Mixed Media, Text Based

Cigarettes Are Gross, Can I Have One, Adam Mars, 2018, Mixed Media, Text Based

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogans function as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to refle...

Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Panel

I Will Photoshop My Past, 2013, Adam Mars, Acrylic, Faux Brick Panel, Text Based

I Will Photoshop My Past, 2013, Adam Mars, Acrylic, Faux Brick Panel, Text Based

By Adam Mars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural awareness and acerbic wit, Mars’ slogansfunction as synopses of daily life. As the proliferation of images and data has re-mapped our reality, Mars uses humor to reflec...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Brick, Acrylic, Panel

Untitled (Butterflies), Framed Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Butterflies), Framed Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Butterflies), Framed Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Modern buildings), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Modern buildings), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Modern buildings), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Stop Screaming!!!), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Stop Screaming!!!), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Stop Screaming!!!), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Fuck war), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Fuck war), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Fuck war), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Modern buildings), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Modern buildings), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Modern buildings), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Hey look...), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Hey look...), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Hey look...), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Stop screaming!!!), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Stop screaming!!!), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Stop screaming!!!), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Vacant space), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Vacant space), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Vacant space), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Modern buildings), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018
Untitled (Modern buildings), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

Untitled (Modern buildings), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2018

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Fillers & creams), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (Fillers & creams), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (Fillers & creams), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (OMG totally...), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (OMG totally...), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (OMG totally...), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Auto correct), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (Auto correct), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (Auto correct), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (110M followers), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (110M followers), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (110M followers), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Internet famous...), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (Internet famous...), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (Internet famous...), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (OMG totally...), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (OMG totally...), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (OMG totally...), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (American flag), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (American flag), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (American flag), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Untitled (Vacant space), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017
Untitled (Vacant space), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

Untitled (Vacant space), Contemporary Painting On Paper, 2017

By Paul Rusconi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The latest body of work is comprised of approximately 100 text-based paintings on paper, which Rusconi also considers portraits.

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

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Text Based Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of text based paintings is available on 1stDibs. Browse a selection of Contemporary or Abstract versions of these works for sale today — there are 7 Contemporary and 1 Abstract examples available. You can search the text based paintings that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of black, beige, brown and purple. David Kramer, Matthew Spire, Vivian Liddell, Patricia Smith and The Connor Brothers took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and pencil, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Large text based paintings can be an attractive addition to some spaces, while the smaller iterations available — each spanning 10 inches in width — may make for a better choice for a more modest living area.

How Much are Text Based Paintings?

Text based paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $4,267, while the lowest priced sells for $375 and the highest can go for as much as $16,000.

Finding the Right Paintings for You

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When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.

Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.

Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.

No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.

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