Julian Stanczak Paintings

American, 1928-2017

Julian Stanczak was born in Borownica, Poland in 1928. At the beginning of World War II, Stanczak was forced into a Siberian labor camp, where he permanently lost the use of his right arm. He had been right-handed. In 1942, aged thirteen, Stanczak escaped from Siberia to join the Anders' Army in Persia. After deserting from the army, he spent his teenage years in a hut in a Polish refugee camp in Uganda. In Africa, Stanczak learned to write and paint left-handed. He then spent some years in London, before moving to the United States in 1950. He settled in Cleveland, Ohio. He became a United States citizen in 1957, taught at the Cincinnati Academy of Art for 7 years. The Op Art movement was named after his first major show, Julian Stanczak: Optical Paintings, held at the Martha Jackson Gallery in New York in 1964. His work was included in the Museum of Modern Art's 1965 exhibition The Responsive Eye. In 1966 he was named a "New Talent" by Art in America magazine. In the early 1960s he began to make the surface plane of the painting vibrate through his use of wavy lines and contrasting colors in works such as Provocative Current (1965). These paintings gave way to more complex compositions constructed with geometric rigidity yet softened with varying degrees of color transparency such as Netted Green (1972). In addition to being an artist, Stanczak was also a teacher, having worked at the Art Academy of Cincinnati from 1957–64 and as Professor of Painting, at the Cleveland Institute of Art, 1964-1995. He was named "Outstanding American Educator" by the Educators of America in 1970. (Wikipedia)

Artist: Julian Stanczak

Julian StanczakTwist & the Rain Mid-Century OpArt Geometric Painting by Cleveland School artist, 1975

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Twist & the Rain Mid-Century OpArt Geometric Painting by Cleveland School artist

By Julian Stanczak

Located in Beachwood, OH

Julian Stanczak (American, 1928-2017) Twist and the Rain, 1975 acrylic on canvas signed verso 30 x 24 inches Julian Stanczak (American, b. November 5, 1928) was an American painter...

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1970s Op Art Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Acrylic

Julian StanczakDouble Focus II Mid-Century OpArt Abstract Geometric painting, Cleveland school, 1963

$32,000Sale Price|20% Off

Double Focus II Mid-Century OpArt Abstract Geometric painting, Cleveland school

By Julian Stanczak

Located in Beachwood, OH

Julian Stanczak (American, 1928-2017) Double Focus II, 1963 acrylic on canvas signed and dated verso 33 x 40 inches Julian Stanczak (American, b. November 5, 1928) was an American ...

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1960s Op Art Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Acrylic

Julian StanczakUntitled (Green and Purple Circle), 1965

$60,000

Untitled (Green and Purple Circle)

By Julian Stanczak

Located in Austin, TX

Acrylic on canvas. Signed verso. 36.5 x 36 in. 42.75 x 42.25 in. (framed) Custom framed in a solid maple tray frame with an heirloom white finish. Provenance Private Collection, C...

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1960s Abstract Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Julian StanczakRows Acrylic Painting, Op Art Style, Late 20th Century, Framed, 1970

$62,500

Rows Acrylic Painting, Op Art Style, Late 20th Century, Framed

By Julian Stanczak

Located in New York, NY

Rows, 1970, by Julian Stanczak (1928-2017) Acrylic on canvas 27 ¼ x 27 ¼ inches unframed (69.215 x 69.215 cm) 28 ½ x 28 ½ inches framed (72.39 x 72.39 cm) Signed on reverse Dated and...

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Late 20th Century Op Art Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Acrylic

Julian StanczakRed is a Red, OpArt red geometric acrylic painting, 1969

$51,000

Red is a Red, OpArt red geometric acrylic painting

By Julian Stanczak

Located in Beachwood, OH

Julian Stanczak (American, 1928–2017) Red is a Red, 1969 Acrylic on canvas Signed, dated and titled verso 28 x 28 inches 29 x 29 inches, framed OpArt red geometric acrylic painting ...

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1960s Op Art Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Acrylic

Stan SlutskySophisticated, Original Op Art Painting, Acrylic on Canvas, 36x36 inches

$1,950

H 36 in W 36 in D 3 in

Sophisticated, Original Op Art Painting, Acrylic on Canvas, 36x36 inches

By Stan Slutsky

Located in Aventura, FL

Original painting on canvas. Hand signed on front; signed and titled on verso by the artist. Canvas is stretched. Artwork is in excellent condition. Certificate of Authenticity in...

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Late 20th Century Op Art Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

RAKHMET REDZHEPOV (RAMZI)"Fantasy with Flowers 228" Mixed , paper, 59x42cm, Unframed, 2024

$347

H 23.23 in W 16.54 in D 0.08 in

"Fantasy with Flowers 228" Mixed , paper, 59x42cm, Unframed

Located in Zofingen, AG

"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 300+ pictures) paper 59x42cm On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media. For sale and sent unframe...

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2010s Impressionist Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Paper, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Watercolor

Natalia RomanLine Study For Angles and Curves, Duo of Art Deco Shapes, Pastel Palette Rouge, 2022

$656Sale Price|20% Off

H 28 in W 40 in

Line Study For Angles and Curves, Duo of Art Deco Shapes, Pastel Palette Rouge

By Natalia Roman

Located in Barcelona, ES

These series of paintings by Natalia Roman gather their inspiration from geometric, minimalist shapes and paintings from the beginning of Modernism, with a special emphasis on Art Deco shapes of the 30's, 40's and 50's. The subtle but chic color combinations will combine beautifully with both vintage and modern furniture without overtaking spaces that are carefully crafted by designers. Natalia Roman was born in 1984 in Girona, Spain. She has exhibited in galleries across Europe and her colorful, abstract paintings are part of private collections all over the world. Details: Title: Line Study...

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2010s Op Art Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Acrylic, Paper

Geometric Abstract Original Oil on Canvas 1980s, 1990

$2,150

H 48 in W 36 in D 1 in

Geometric Abstract Original Oil on Canvas 1980s

Located in Soquel, CA

Geometric Abstract Original Oil on Canvas 1980s This unknown artist expertly explores the tension between bold physical presence and quiet, open space. Dominated by deep, matte black...

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1990s Op Art Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Gregory RobinFalling Reef. From the series Polyculture, 2017

$9,000

H 58 in W 85 in D 1 in

Falling Reef. From the series Polyculture

By Gregory Robin

Located in Miami Beach, FL

These works explore our relationship with the incredible biodiversity of our planet Earth. Visual representations of flowing colours, smells, sounds and the feeling of our life sourc...

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2010s Abstract Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Richard AnuszkiewiczRichard Anuszkiewicz 1963 Original Painting, 1963

$38,000

H 20 in W 20 in

Richard Anuszkiewicz 1963 Original Painting

By Richard Anuszkiewicz

Located in San Francisco, CA

Richard Anuszkiewicz: 1930-2020. Very important and well listed American artist. He has auction results as high as $250,000. He was the leader of what would be called OP Art short fo...

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1960s Op Art Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Acrylic

RAKHMET REDZHEPOV (RAMZI)"Fantasy with Flowers 234" mixed , paper, 59x42cm, unframed, 2024

$341

H 16.54 in W 23.23 in D 0.08 in

"Fantasy with Flowers 234" mixed , paper, 59x42cm, unframed

Located in Zofingen, AG

"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 300+ pictures) paper 59x42cm On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media. For sale and sent unframe...

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2010s Impressionist Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Paper, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Watercolor

Tapas GhosalBenaras, Landscape, Acrylic, Pastel, Pigment on Canvas, Brown, Blue "In Stock", 2014

$1,799

H 42 in W 54 in D 1 in

Benaras, Landscape, Acrylic, Pastel, Pigment on Canvas, Brown, Blue "In Stock"

By Tapas Ghosal

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Tapas Ghoshal - Untitled - 42 x 54 inches ( without framing ) Acrylic, dry Pastel & Pigment on Canvas Style : In Hindu philosophy, the 'Antahkaran' refers to the totality of two l...

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2010s Contemporary Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Pigment

RAKHMET REDZHEPOV (RAMZI)"Fantasy with Flowers 221" Mixed , paper, 59x42cm, Unframed, 2024

$411

H 16.54 in W 23.23 in D 0.08 in

"Fantasy with Flowers 221" Mixed , paper, 59x42cm, Unframed

Located in Zofingen, AG

"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 300+ pictures) paper 59x42cm For sale and sent unframed -VIRTUAL FRAME. The painting is NOT STRETCHED. You will receive it rolled up in a tube.The...

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2010s Impressionist Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Paper, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Watercolor

Jose Maria de AuroraAbstract Relief Painting in Vibrant White by José María de Aurora Contemporary, 2025

$5,530

H 60.24 in W 44.1 in D 1.97 in

Abstract Relief Painting in Vibrant White 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 Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Charles David Francis"Timeless Flight" Mixed Media Abstract Expressionist Composition on Canvas, 1997

$950

H 20 in W 16 in D 0.75 in

"Timeless Flight" Mixed Media Abstract Expressionist Composition on Canvas

By Charles David Francis

Located in Soquel, CA

"Timeless Flight" Mixed Media Abstract Expressionist Composition on Canvas Textured abstract composition by California artist Charles "Dave" Francis (American, 1951-2018). This piec...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Emily STARCKFields of Flowers: Abstract Painting, Acrylic on Canvas, Large Format, 2025

$3,858

H 45.28 in W 39.38 in D 1.19 in

Fields of Flowers: Abstract Painting, Acrylic on Canvas, Large Format

By Emily STARCK

Located in BARCELONA, ES

"My work is rooted in abstract expressionism, and my process is deeply personal. It begins in a meditative state or an inner impulse, rather than a pre-established concept, allowing ...

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2010s Abstract Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Previously Available Items

Julian StanczakGreen Edge, Ab-Ex, Stanczak, Polish-American, acrylic on board, 2006

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H 16 in W 16 in

Green Edge, Ab-Ex, Stanczak, Polish-American, acrylic on board

By Julian Stanczak

Located in New York, NY

Provenance Danese Gallery, NY Private Collection, USA Literature Dave Hickey, Julian Stanczak, New York, Danese Gallery, 2008, p. 39, illustrated Julian Stanczak, an artist synonym...

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Early 2000s Abstract Geometric Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Acrylic, Graphite, Board

Julian StanczakNocturnal Variants, 1964 OpArt abstract geometric acrylic, Cleveland School, 1964

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H 48.5 in W 32.5 in

Nocturnal Variants, 1964 OpArt abstract geometric acrylic, Cleveland School

By Julian Stanczak

Located in Beachwood, OH

Julian Stanczak (American, 1928-2017) Nocturnal Variants, 1964 Acrylic on canvas Signed verso 48.25 x 32.5 inches 50 x 34.5 inches, framed Julian Stanczak (American, b. November 5, ...

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1960s Op Art Julian Stanczak Paintings

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Acrylic

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