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Abstract Paintings For Sale
"Losing Myself" - acrylic on wood
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Born in Athens, GA and raised in Jacksonville, FL, Otha Davis III aka Vakseen, is a self-taught, museum-exhibited artist and a multi-platinum music executive, producer & songwriter. ...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Acrylic
Hypnosis Lifted / Startled and Revived
By Trey Egan
Located in Denver, CO
By letting go of representational imagery and leaning into abstraction, Texas- based artist Trey Egan delights in the pure properties of paint. Displaying a wide spectrum of hues wit...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
X-Large#1 Limited-Gladiolus Glorious-Hand Painted finishing-Award British Artist
Located in London, GB
This is a very rare X-large Limited Edition, 80% of the Edition is hand painted and highlighted with original brushstrokes by artist Shizico Yi herself; a very rare and collectable L...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Photographic Paper, Giclée
Untitled VI by Ferle - Abstract painting, lines, red and grey tones, spiritual
By Elvire Ferle
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled VI is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 100 cm x 70 cm (39.4 × 27.6 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and co...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Event III by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting, grey and blue
Located in Paris, FR
The Event III is a unique oil on wood painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 95 × 95 cm (37.4 × 37.4 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed and come...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood Panel
Untitled XXV by Ferle - Large abstract painting, green tones, spiritual, yellow
By Elvire Ferle
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled XXV is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 280 × 200 cm (110.2 × 78.7 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed and co...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Grand Illusion Refrained Union
By Trey Egan
Located in Denver, CO
By letting go of representational imagery and leaning into abstraction, Texas- based artist Trey Egan delights in the pure properties of paint. Displaying a wide spectrum of hues wit...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
TN 653 by Hachiro Kanno - Calligraphy-based abstract painting, black and white
Located in Paris, FR
TN 653 is a unique ink and acrylic on canvas painting by Japanese contemporary artist Hachiro Kanno. The painting is made with acrylic on paper, dimensions are 73 × 100 cm (28.7 × 39...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic
Confluences II by Frédérique Domergue - Abstract painting on metal leaves, sea
Located in Paris, FR
Confluences II is a unique painting by French contemporary artist Frédérique Domergue. This painting is made with oxidized zinc and bronze leaves on aluminium, patina fixed with bees...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Lumieres printanieres, Abstract Landscape, Multicolor, French, Contemporary
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
"Spring Lights", an artwork delving into the heart of renewal and vitality of spring through the lens of abstract expressionism. This unique canvas evokes an explosion of colors, sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Untitled "Composition"
Located in New York, NY
Georges Ferrato
Composition
Oil on Canvas
57.5 x 44.5 in, 146 x 113 cm
1985
Signed at bottom right, signed dated and titled on the back
Georges Ferrato (born in 1949 in Aix-en-Pr...
Category
1980s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Layer No.32 by Doris Marten - Abstract painting, minimalist, pink, lines, lilac
By Doris Marten
Located in Paris, FR
Layer No.32 is a unique Indian ink on Alu-Dibond painting by contemporary artist Doris Marten, dimensions are 32.5 × 40 cm (12.8 × 15.7 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed and ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
India Ink
"Exhale I" Abstract Painting 59" x 98" inch by Ahmed Farid
By Ahmed Farid
Located in Culver City, CA
"Exhale I" Abstract Painting 59" x 98" inch by Ahmed Farid
mixed media on canvas
Born in Cairo, Egypt, in 1950 where he currently lives and works, Farid is an autodidact Egyptian p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Mixed Media
The Sea Far Below, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By Lauren Adams
Located in Yardley, PA
An original minimal abstract painting inspired by the movement of the sea. A beautiful, stained raw canvas piece with delicate veils of color. -- Includes -- *One original painti...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
The Fountain I by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting, grey colour
Located in Paris, FR
The Fountain I is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 75 × 140 cm (29.5 × 55.1 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed and ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Untitled XXXII by Ferle - Large abstract painting, earth tones, spiritual, red
By Elvire Ferle
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled XXXII is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 200 cm × 140 cm (78.7 × 55.1 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed an...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Elysium IV by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting, grey colour, dark
Located in Paris, FR
Elysium IV is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 130 cm × 160 cm (51.2 × 63 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed and co...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Rembrandt El Chingon" Painting (FRAMED) 23" x 17" inch by Isaac Pelayo
By Isaac Pelayo
Located in Culver City, CA
"Rembrandt El Chingon" Painting (FRAMED) 23" x 17" inch by Isaac Pelayo
Medium: Oil, oil stick, and aerosol on wood
Comes in antique frame (wood & gold leaf)
Size framed: 29.5" x 23.5" inch
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Isaac Pelayo is a head on crash collision between The Renaissance and Street Art.
In a household where constant turmoil and violence were more apparent than most a young Pelayo met escape and peace within the confines of himself and his own creativity. Hispanic born in the heavy beating heart of Los Angeles on the seventh day of June 1996. Pelayo was caught in the crossfires of everything that surrounded him but art served as his only guidance. After dropping out of college Pelayo turned from his hyperrealistic pencil portraits to oil painting where his passions grew more immensely.
As of today Pelayo’s work is most influenced and fueled by the crème de la crème of old master painters like Da Vinci, Caravaggio, Rembrandt, and Velazquez as well as graffiti artists such as RETNA, Shepard Fairey, and EL MAC. In 2017 his work caught the attention and landed in the firm grasp of renown rapper and collector Alvin “Westside Gunn” Worthy. He has created several album covers and artworks for the Buffalo rap moguls music label Griselda Records including his personal collection. Pelayo’s paintings are widely recognized and sought out from all over the globe. His collectors include Sean “Diddy” Combs, Westside Gunn, Benny The Butcher, Jeff Hamilton, Shepard Fairey, Jaysse Lopez, and Everlast of House of Pain...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Baroque Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil, Spray Paint
"AD 2.23" Abstract Painting 71" x 79" inch by Ahmed Dafrawy
Located in Culver City, CA
"AD 2.23" Abstract Painting 71" x 79" inch by Ahmed Dafrawy
Dafrawy’s fine arts academic background started in 2014 when he received the certificate of drawing course completion fr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Everyone Needs A Reason to Falling - Abstract Floral Painting with Gold Leaf
By Suk Ja Kang
Located in Chicago, IL
Abstract art experiments with the use of texture, tone, and light perception. Through abstract works, the artist expresses her feelings rather than particular objects or scenes. Wit...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
"Phoenix" Textile Painting 28" x 22" inch by Neama El Sanhoury
Located in Culver City, CA
"Phoenix" Textile Painting 28" x 22" inch by Neama El Sanhoury
Medium: fabric appliqué on linen
"Fragments of Time" series:
Ultimately, El Sanhoury’s work is contemplated and gene...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Fabric, Linen, Mixed Media, Mesh
TN680-D by Hachiro Kanno - Large calligraphy-based abstract painting, diptych
Located in Paris, FR
TN680-D is a unique diptych painting by Japanese contemporary artist Hachiro Kanno. The painting is made with ink and acrylic on canvas, dimensions are 200 × 200 cm (78.7 × 78.7 in)....
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic
Mixed Media Painting titled "Bowery Blues" 48 x 78
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
BORN JULY 31, 1979 IN NEW JERSEY, USA
CURRENTLY LIVES AND WORKS IN WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
BIO:
As an artist based in the vibrant community of West Palm Beach, my work is an explor...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
"Untitled 1.1.23" Abstract Oil Painting 53" x 77" inch by Gayatri Gamuz
Located in Culver City, CA
"Untitled 1.1.23" Abstract Oil Painting 53" x 77" inch by Gayatri Gamuz
This artwork ships rolled in a tube due to its size
In search of silence, in search of the self.
Her work e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Around the World No. 10C by Doris Marten - Oil on vinyl, music, circle, vivid
By Doris Marten
Located in Paris, FR
Around the World No. 10C is a unique oil on vinyl painting by German contemporary artist Doris Marten, dimensions are 30 × 30 cm (30 × 30 cm).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed a...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil
Point Series (Strata) 18 by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, violet
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) 18 is a unique acrylic on canvas, matt finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in).
The artwork is signed,...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Untitled XXXVII by Ferle - Large abstract painting, black and grey, dark tones
By Elvire Ferle
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled XXXVII is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 280 × 200 cm (110.2 × 78.7 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed and...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Infinity II by Frédérique Domergue - Large abstract painting on metal leaves
Located in Paris, FR
Infinity II is a unique painting by French contemporary artist Frédérique Domergue. This painting is made with oxidized zinc and bronze leaves on aluminium panel, patina fixed with b...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Grace Oil on Canvas by Christina Major
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Quotes within painting:
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As an undergraduate Christina Major developed into a portrait painter. Major has been interested in the ways the identity of both artist and subject can c...
Category
2010s Realist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Daniel Brush Painting, 1973
Located in Washington, DC
Painting by Daniel Brush (1947-2022).
Signed and dated 73'.
Aquatec pigments, mediums and gels on board.
Measures 60" x 10".
Exhibited at the Phillips Collection, 1974 when Dan...
Category
1970s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Board
Untitled 41 (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
Untitled 41 (Abstract Painting)
Mixed Media on Canvas — Unframed.
This artwork will be shipped rolled in a dent-resistant tube.
This method is especially safe for large works, and pr...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Canvas
Point Series (Strata) 22 by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, violet
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) 22 is a unique acrylic on canvas, matt finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in).
The artwork is signed,...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
TN686-D by Hachiro Kanno - Abstraction & Japanese calligraphy, diptych painting
Located in Paris, FR
TN686-D is a unique diptych painting by Japanese contemporary artist Hachiro Kanno. The painting is made with ink and acrylic on canvas, dimensions are 73 × 120 cm (28.7 × 47.2 in). ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic
Yellow Edition No. 02m by Doris Marten - Oil on vinyl, music, circle, vivid
By Doris Marten
Located in Paris, FR
Yellow Edition No. 02m is a unique oil on vinyl painting by German contemporary artist Doris Marten, dimensions are 25 × 25 cm (9.8 × 9.8 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed a...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil
Untitled XLII by Ferle - Large abstract painting, grey and black, dark tones
By Elvire Ferle
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled XLII is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 280 × 200 cm (110.2 × 78.7 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed and c...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Point Series (Strata) 25 by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, blue tones
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) 25 is a unique acrylic on canvas, gloss finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in).
The artwork is signed...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
A painting of stories
Located in Bogotá, Bogotá
Abstract painting, created during the pandemic, blends human and animal figures in a palette of ochre and yellow tones. Dimensions are 23" x 35" inches.
To ensure the preservation a...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Untitled XX by Ferle - Abstract painting, lines, bright colours, orange, red
By Elvire Ferle
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled XX is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 100 cm x 70 cm (39.4 × 27.6 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and co...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Prometheus III by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting, sky, clouds
Located in Paris, FR
Prometheus III is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 60 × 60 cm (23.6 × 23.6 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed and c...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Point Series (Strata) 27 by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, blue tones
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) 27 is a unique acrylic on canvas, gloss finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in).
The artwork is signed...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Deep End V by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting, sea, dark colors
Located in Paris, FR
Deep End V is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 74 × 59 cm (29.1 × 23.2 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed and comes...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Point Series (Strata) 20 by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, pink, blue
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) 20 is a unique acrylic on canvas, matt finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in).
The artwork is signed,...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
ABSTRACT Painting Contemporary Artist Argentine Artist Marina Arias 2024
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Marina Arias, contemporary artist, was born in the vibrant country of Argentina in 1987. Hailing from the picturesque city of Salta, nestled at the foothills of the majestic Andes Mo...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Holdandhope by Emanuel Schulze - Architecture and landscape oil painting, grey
Located in Paris, FR
Holdandhope is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Emanuel Schulze, dimensions are 80 × 70 cm (31.5 × 27.6 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed and comes with...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Point Series (Strata) 16 by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, violet
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) 16 is a unique acrylic on canvas, matt finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in).
The artwork is signed,...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Thunder and Rain
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Lynn Sanders is an artist excited by beauty: architecture, foliage, landscapes, seascapes, interiors. She finds palettes and shapes in her environment and propels them into her work,...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic Polymer, Ink, Acrylic
Cosmos III by Lumi Mizutani - Japanese style painting, flower, silver leaves
Located in Paris, FR
Cosmos III is a unique painting by contemporary artist Lumi Mizutani. The painting is made with pigments and silver leaves on Japanese cardboard, dimensions are 27.3 × 24.2 cm (10.7 ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Silver
Untitled LIX by Ferle - Large abstract painting, colourful, vibrant tones
By Elvire Ferle
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled LIX is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 200 cm × 140 cm (78.7 × 55.1 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed and ...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Point Series (Strata) #15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 by James Lumsden - Set
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) #15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 is an installation composed of 9 unique acrylic on canvas, gloss and matt finish paintings by contemporary artist James Lums...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Dialogue with Nature #29 by Maho Maeda - Abstract painting, blue flowers
Located in Paris, FR
Dialogue with Nature #29 is a unique painting by contemporary artist Maho Maeda. This painting is made with acrylic, coloured pencil and ink on canvas, dimensions are 15 × 15 cm (5.9...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Pencil, Canvas
Moon Shot (NASA official commission—74 x 114 inches), Lowell Nesbitt
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Original oil painting on canvas, 1970. Size: 72 x 108 inches. Signed, titled, dated on verso. Provenance: Andrew Crispo Gallery, New York, NY. Notes: This is one of the resulting lunar paintings from Lowell Nesbitt’s commission as the official artist for the NASA Apollo 13 space mission. In 1969, artist Lowell Nesbitt was invited by NASA to create artwork to commemorate the Apollo 9...
Category
1970s Photorealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Flowing Sound #10 by Maho Maeda - Abstract painting, blue flowers, wood, canvas
Located in Paris, FR
Flowing Sound #10 is a unique painting by contemporary artist Maho Maeda. This painting is made with acrylic, coloured pencil and ink on cotton canvas and carved wood, dimensions are...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Pencil
YiJian Wang Surrealist Original Oil Painting "Caprice 3"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Caprice 3
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 12 x 15 inches
Frame: Framing options available!
Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition.
Note: This painting is unstretched
Year: 2015
Artist: YiJian Wang...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Untitled LXV by Ferle - Large abstract painting, blue and red, dark tones
By Elvire Ferle
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled LXV is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 280 × 200 cm (110.2 × 78.7 in).
The artwork is signed, sold unframed and co...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ruz 31 Vertical Big Red Green Blue original abstract acrylic painting
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Cabeza tranquila original abstract acrylic painting
Original artwork by Spanish artist Rafael Ruz.
Acrylic on canvas in perfect condition.
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Garden of early delights I by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting
Located in Paris, FR
Garden of early delights I is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 160 × 130 cm (63 × 51.2 in).
The artwork is signed, sold un...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Resonance (3/19) by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, pink and orange
Located in Paris, FR
Resonance (3/19) is a unique acrylic on canvas, gloss finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 50 × 40 cm (19.7 × 15.7 in).
The artwork is signed, sold u...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Surfacing by Frédérique Domergue - Abstract painting, metal leaves, sea, sky
Located in Paris, FR
Surfacing is a unique painting by French contemporary artist Frédérique Domergue. This painting is made with oxidized zinc and bronze leaves on aluminium panel, patina fixed with bee...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Metal, Bronze
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.
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