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James Oliver Animal Paintings

American, b. 1962
James Oliver is a painter whose precise visual language pushes the tradition of twentieth century abstraction into a contemporary context. Oliver is a conceptually driven formalist whose work is inspired by his dreams and emotional states, which he abstracts into an undetermined and subjective viewing experience by emphasizing line, color, and form. Even as Oliver turns to a figurative practice in recent series, rendering cultural icons like chopper bikes, Pontiac Firebirds, and his childhood poodle in detailed line drawings, these representations similarly evoke broadly accessible affects abstracted from his mental landscape. Born in Upstate New York, raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico, son of an advertising executive, Oliver was exposed from a young age to visual art from its most commercial applications to more visceral exponential lives.
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Artist: James Oliver
"Tigress in Transition" abstract tiger motif, acrylic on canvas
"Tigress in Transition" abstract tiger motif, acrylic on canvas

"Tigress in Transition" abstract tiger motif, acrylic on canvas

By James Oliver

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This piece titled "Tigress in Transition" is a one-of-a-kind original piece by James Oliver and is made from acrylic paint on canvas. This piece measures 24"h x 30"w, and is hand sig...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary James Oliver Animal Paintings

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"Loyal One", Original Canvas Painting, Contemporary 48x48, 21st Century
"Loyal One", Original Canvas Painting, Contemporary 48x48, 21st Century

"Loyal One", Original Canvas Painting, Contemporary 48x48, 21st Century

By James Oliver

Located in Philadelphia, PA

"Loyal One" is an original painting on canvas by James Oliver measuring 48in x 48in. James Oliver is a painter whose precise visual language pushes the tradition of twentieth cent...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary James Oliver Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Latex, Acrylic, Graphite

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James Oliver animal paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic James Oliver animal paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by James Oliver in acrylic paint, canvas, fabric and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large James Oliver animal paintings, so small editions measuring 48 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Brian Leo, Michael Dickter, and Zoa Ace. James Oliver animal paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,000 and tops out at $3,000, while the average work can sell for $3,000.