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Abstract Photography

ABSTRACT STYLE

Beginning in the early 20th century, abstract art became a leading style of modernism. Rather than portray the world in a way that represented reality, as had been the dominating style of Western art in the previous centuries, abstract paintings, prints and sculptures are marked by a shift to geometric forms, gestural shapes and experimentation with color to express ideas, subject matter and scenes.

Although abstract art flourished in the early 1900s, propelled by movements like Fauvism and Cubism, it was rooted in the 19th century. In the 1840s, J.M.W. Turner emphasized light and motion for atmospheric paintings in which concrete details were blurred, and Paul Cézanne challenged traditional expectations of perspective in the 1890s.

Some of the earliest abstract artists — Wassily Kandinsky and Hilma af Klint — expanded on these breakthroughs while using vivid colors and forms to channel spiritual concepts. Painter Piet Mondrian, a Dutch pioneer of the art movement, explored geometric abstraction partly owing to his belief in Theosophy, which is grounded in a search for higher spiritual truths and embraces philosophers of the Renaissance period and medieval mystics. Black Square, a daringly simple 1913 work by Russian artist Kazimir Malevich, was a watershed statement on creating art that was free “from the dead weight of the real world,” as he later wrote.

Surrealism in the 1920s, led by artists such as Salvador Dalí, Meret Oppenheim and others, saw painters creating abstract pieces in order to connect to the subconscious. When Abstract Expressionism emerged in New York during the mid-20th century, it similarly centered on the process of creation, in which Helen Frankenthaler’s expressive “soak-stain” technique, Jackson Pollock’s drips of paint, and Mark Rothko’s planes of color were a radical new type of abstraction.

Conceptual art, Pop art, Hard-Edge painting and many other movements offered fresh approaches to abstraction that continued into the 21st century, with major contemporary artists now exploring it, including Anish Kapoor, Mark Bradford, El Anatsui and Julie Mehretu.

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Style: Abstract
Window No.2 - Polaroid colour photography of window, Limited edition of 20
Located in London, GB
'Window no.2' Detail of Christ Church by architect John Peter Darvall. 2023 Printed on 30 x 30cm Hahnemühle Photo Rag fine art paper. Photograph is signed front and back and com...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Film, Photographic Film, Color, Giclée, Polaroid

Ben Affleck - Spotted for this first time since split with Ana de Armas 1/19/21
Located in Atlanta, GA
This largescale work features hues of blue, green, purple and yellow. This photograph is an archival inkjet print, mounted to Sintra and face mounted to polished acrylic, edition 1 ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

"Porto Harbor at night" by Didier Fournet, 51 x 70 in, 2022
Located in Paris, France
Didier Fournet is a contemporary "painter" thanks to photography: he chose pixels instead of brushes and reveals the beauty of the world by turning landscapes into vibrations. Self-...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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C Print

Changing Moods 5- Floral landscape cyan blue color contemporary abstract photo
Located in New York, NY
Belgian photographer Isabelle Menin creates portraits of flowers that are not only gorgeous in form and color, but also uniquely expressive. Fresh blossoms and withering blooms melt ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Kate Beckinsale departing Demi Lovato’s birthday party, West Hollywood, CA
Located in Atlanta, GA
This work features hues of blue, orange, purple and yellow. This photograph is an archival inkjet print, mounted to Sintra and face mounted to polished acrylic, edition 1 of 1. Fram...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

A Surreal Watercolor and Cyanotype, "Saltwater Gradient, var 7"
Located in San Diego, CA
A one of a kind 6" x 6" Surreal Watercolor and Cyanotype on Hahnemuhle Platinum Rag Paper, Mounted on Wood Panel by artist Annalise Neil. Neil’s cyanotype and watercolor works are ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Film, Photographic Paper

A Surreal Watercolor and Cyanotype, "Saltwater Gradient, var 8"
Located in San Diego, CA
A one of a kind 6" x 6" Surreal Watercolor and Cyanotype on Hahnemuhle Platinum Rag Paper, Mounted on Wood Panel by artist Annalise Neil. A certificate of authenticity will be provid...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Film, Photographic Paper

A Conceptually Alternative Cyanotype, "Emptiness is Form 1"
Located in San Diego, CA
A one of a kind 10x10 Conceptually Alternative Cyanotype on Hahnemuhle Sumi-E Paper executed by artist Annalise Neil. A certificate of authenticity will...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Bleed # 202390 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
Bleed # 202390 (Abstract Photography) Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas - Unframed. Backed with Dibond and C-channel hanging system + keyhole option. Edition: 1/3...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Plexiglass, C Print

A Surreal Watercolor and Cyanotype, "Saltwater Gradient, var 12"
Located in San Diego, CA
A one of a kind 6" x 6" Surreal Watercolor and Cyanotype on Hahnemuhle Platinum Rag Paper, Mounted on Wood Panel by artist Annalise Neil. A certificate of authenticity will be provid...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Photographic Paper

"M&M MMDH" Photography 40" x 62" inch Edition 1/8 by Giuliano Bekor
Located in Culver City, CA
"M&M MMDH" Photography 40" x 62" inch Edition 1/8 by Giuliano Bekor Original fine art photography by Giuliano Bekor Signed and numbered by the artist Title: M&M MMDH Year: 2022 Pri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Metal

A Surreal Watercolor and Cyanotype, "Saltwater Gradient, var 9"
Located in San Diego, CA
A one of a kind Surreal Watercolor and Cyanotype on Hahnemuhle Platinum Rag Paper, Mounted on Wood Panel by artist Annalise Neil. Its dimensions are 6" x 6. A certificate of authenti...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

A Conceptually Alternative Cyanotype, "Emptiness is Form 3"
Located in San Diego, CA
A one of a kind 12" diameter Conceptually Alternative Cyanotype on Hahnemuhle Sumi-E Paper executed by artist Annalise Neil. A certificate of authenticit...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Abstract City - Ephemeral Golden Building New York Architecture
Located in Miami, FL
Abstract City - Ephemeral Golden Building New York Architecture Can a street photograph be a grab shot and precisely designed at the same time? Mitchell Funk says yes. He brings fine...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

A Conceptually Surreal Alternative Photographic Print, "Thermopolis/Isla Ispiri"
Located in San Diego, CA
A one of a kind 9" x 12" Conceptually Surreal Alternative Photographic Print executed by artist Annalise Neil. A certificate of authenticity will be provided upon its purchase or delivery. The full title of this piece is, "Thermopolis/Isla Ispiritu Santo/San Diego: Algae Mat, Desert Beach, Watercolor...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, Photographic Film

Window - Polaroid colour photography of window in London, Limited edition of 20
Located in London, GB
'Window' Detail of Christ Church by architect John Peter Darvall. 2023 Printed on 30 x 30cm Hahnemühle Photo Rag fine art paper. Photograph is signed front and back and comes wi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Film, Polaroid, Giclée, Color, Film

Black and White Photography, Limited Edition Figurative Photograph
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Black and White Photography, Limited Edition Figurative Photograph Alain Pino’s new works continue his exploration on the intersection between identity and industrial design. In a h...
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Photographic Paper, Inkjet

Eugene 1 - Floral landscape white dominant contemporary abstract color photo
Located in New York, NY
Belgian photographer Isabelle Menin creates portraits of flowers that are not only gorgeous in form and color, but also uniquely expressive. Fresh blossoms and withering blooms melt ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Sunrise, Sunset, 2018, Curacao, digitally manipulated photograph, signed
Located in New York, NY
Sunrise, Sunset, 2018 is part of the artist's "The Curacao Pictures" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 18" x 13.5" on 20" ...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Amber Heard takes a break from isolation to walk Birdie with Bianca Butti in LA
Located in Atlanta, GA
This work features hues of pink, purple, green and yellow. This photograph is an archival inkjet print, mounted to Sintra and face mounted to polished acrylic, edition 1 of 1. Frame...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Rothko?/ NO - Photography Limited Signed
Located in Slovak Republic, SK
Picture done occasionally, reminded me to Mark Rothko, limited to 5, signed. I can imagine it on a white wall with a wonderful frame.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, Color

Amanda Seyfried at a Fedex in Kinko's in West Hollywood 1/2/20 - abstract
Located in Atlanta, GA
This work features hues of pink, purple, green and yellow. This photograph is an archival inkjet print, mounted to Sintra and face mounted to polished acrylic, edition 1 of 1. Frame...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Azaleas and Orchids, 2018, digitally manipulated photograph, signed
Located in New York, NY
Azaleas and Orchids, 2018 is part of the artist's "The Wholesalers" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 26.66" x 20" on 30.6...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Abby Champion & Patrick Schwarzenegger - Out for lunch at Kreation, 10/29/20 III
Located in Atlanta, GA
This work features hues of pink, purple, green and yellow. This photograph is an archival inkjet print, mounted to Sintra and face mounted to polished acrylic, edition 1 of 1. Frame...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Begonias and Orchids, 2018, digitally manipulated photograph, signed
Located in New York, NY
Begonias and Orchids, 2018 is part of the artist's "The Wholesalers" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 26.66" x 20" on 30....
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Bowl of Cherries (Contemporary Blue and White Cyanotype Still Life Photo)
Located in Hudson, NY
Bowl of Cherries Contemporary Still Life Cyanotype Photograph of a bowl of cherries Image is 20 x 16 inches, paper size is 24 x 18 inches, ed of 5 Unframed David Sokosh is a storyteller with a unique ability to internalize, synthesize, and recollect. If one of his tenderly photographed stills lifes was a tiny window into the workings of his mind, then on the other side you would discover a trove of collected treasures. Vintage teacups...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Paper

Chic Fashion Model with Fireworks Explosion of Color - Monochromatic
Located in Miami, FL
A chic, high-fashion model clad in high heels and a chic hat holds a refreshing drink as she sits on a pedestal. She is depicted in silhouette as a burst of zoomed fireworks explode...
Category

1980s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

'Lily in Charcoal no.2' abstract expressionism photography edition of 10
Located in London, GB
'Lily in Charcoal no.2' 2023 From raw energy to sublime. 'Lily in Charcoal No.2' is an expression piece combining an abstract charcoal drawing with a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Paper, Photographic Film, Charcoal, Archival Ink, Archival Paper

Float, 2019, Curacao, digitally manipulated photograph, signed
Located in New York, NY
Float, 2019 is part of the artist's "The Curacao Pictures" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 18" x 13.5" on 20" x 15.5" pa...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Flamingos and Church, 2018, Curacao, digitally manipulated photograph, signed
Located in New York, NY
Flamingos and Church, 2018 is part of the artist's "The Curacao Pictures" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 18" x 13.5" on...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Under the Sea Grape, 2018, Curacao, digitally manipulated photograph, signed
Located in New York, NY
Under the Sea Grape, 2018 is part of the artist's "The Curacao Pictures" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 18" x 13.5" on ...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

A Bleached and Traditional Watercolor Cyanotype, "Pattern Formation"
Located in San Diego, CA
A one of a kind 42" long x 16" tall triptych when together without space between. Bleached and Traditional Watercolor Cyanotype and Woven Pine Needles on Wood Panel. A certificate of...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Watercolor, Photographic Paper

'Lily in Charcoal no.3' abstract expressionism photography edition of 10
Located in London, GB
'Lily in Charcoal no.3' 2023 From raw energy to sublime. 'Lily in Charcoal No.3' is an expression piece combining an abstract charcoal drawing with a live lily emerging from a gash....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Paper, Photographic Film, Charcoal, Archival Ink, Archival Paper

Succulents, 2018, digitally manipulated photograph, signed
Located in New York, NY
Succulents, 2018 is part of the artist's "The Wholesalers" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 26.66" x 20" on 30.66" x 22" ...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Handbags, 2018, digitally manipulated photograph, signed
Located in New York, NY
Necklaces, 2018 is part of the artist's "The Wholesalers" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 26.66" x 20" on 30.66" x 22" p...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Lychen (Nr. 2/1) - Contemporary Abstract Photography
Located in Wien, Wien
Regina Hügli Lychen (Nr. 2/1) 2023 Photogram, framed behind glas 52 x 42 cm (30 x 24 cm) Unique For quite some time now, the photo artist Regina Hügli has occupied herself with wate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photogram

Lychen (Nr. 1/1) - Contemporary Abstract Photography
Located in Wien, Wien
Regina Hügli Lychen (Nr. 1/1) 2023 Photogram, framed behind glas 52 x 42 cm (40 x 30 cm) Unique For quite some time now, the photo artist Regina Hügli has occupied herself with wate...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photogram

Sunflowers, 2018, digitally manipulated photograph, signed
Located in New York, NY
Sunflowers, 2018 is part of the artist's "The Wholesalers" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 26.66" x 20" on 30.66" x 22" ...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Necklaces, 2018, digitally manipulated photograph, signed
Located in New York, NY
Necklaces, 2018 is part of the artist's "The Wholesalers" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 26.66" x 20" on 30.66" x 22" p...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Bleed # 202332 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
Bleed # 202332 (Abstract Photography) Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas - Unframed. Backed with Dibond and C-channel hanging system + keyhole option. Edition: 1/3...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Plexiglass, C Print

Blue, my favorite colour
Located in Berlin, DE
Blue, my favorite colour Mixed Acryl on canvas With this work Betty Schmidt combines photography and painting. The subject - created by the "gestural photography" in the camera and ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Canvas, Acrylic

Lychen (Nr. 4/1) - Contemporary Abstract Photography
Located in Wien, Wien
Regina Hügli Lychen (Nr. 4/1) 2023 Photogram, framed behind glas 42 x 52 cm (30 x 40 cm) Unique For quite some time now, the photo artist Regina Hügli has occupied herself with wate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photogram

Remedy Weekend (Pink) metallic paper
Located in New York, NY
40"x32" photogram, metallic paper Wendy Small’s “Remedy” photograms are made by collecting leaves, weeds, or flowers from a specific place (indicated in the title) and placing those ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photogram

Lychen (Nr. 3/1) - Contemporary Abstract Photography
Located in Wien, Wien
Regina Hügli Lychen (Nr. 3/1) 2023 Photogram, framed behind glas 52 x 42 cm (24 x 17 cm) Unique For quite some time now, the photo artist Regina Hügli has occupied herself with wate...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photogram

Lychen (Nr. 5/1) - Contemporary Abstract Photography
Located in Wien, Wien
Regina Hügli Lychen (Nr. 5/1) 2023 Photogram, framed behind glas 32 x 26 cm (24 x 17 cm) Unique For quite some time now, the photo artist Regina Hügli has occupied herself with wate...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Photogram

Bleed # 202332 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
Bleed # 202332 (Abstract Photography) Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas - Unframed. Backed with Dibond and C-channel hanging system + keyhole option. Edition 1/3...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Plexiglass, C Print

30x30in. Aerial Photography of Earth, Land, Sea - F 011
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a new series of photography of land art depicting Earth and its land forms taken from the air. This series of aerial photography captures Earth's beauty taken in remote lands...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

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C Print

"Red for Love 3" Photography 24" x 37" inch Edition of 11 by Tetiana Kalivoshko
Located in Culver City, CA
"Red for Love 3" Photography 24" x 37" inch Edition of 11 by Tetiana Kalivoshko "The Red One - That Is Love" "The Red One - That Is Love" is a thought-provoking art series by Tetian...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Paper, Digital Pigment

Sandstill no.3
Located in London, GB
'Sandstill no.3' London, United Kingdom 2021 'Sandstill no.3' is abstract black and white multilayer photographic work of paper and sand. Limited edition of 20. Printed on heavy...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Giclée

Dance 2-Signed limited edition abstract pigment print, Contemporary square
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Dance 2 - Limited edition pigment print of 5 This is an Archival Pigment print on fiber based paper ( Hahnemühle Photo RAG Baryta 315 gsm ). The inks used are known for their longe...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Black and White, Archival Pigment, D...

Man in Colorful African Theme Clothes Illuminated by Shaft of Light
Located in Miami, FL
Rays of golden light burn through New York's streets and illuminate a man dressed in a vivid African-themed shirt with matching shorts. He dominates the composition that emphasizes ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Adagio 3 - Signed limited edition abstract brown pigment print, Contemporary
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Adagio 3 - Limited edition pigment print of 5 This is an Archival Pigment print on fiber based paper ( Hahnemühle Photo RAG Baryta 315 gsm ). The inks used are known for their longe...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Color, Archival Pigment, Digital Pig...

Lily in Charcoal No.2 - abstract expressionism photography edition of 10
Located in London, GB
'Lily in Charcoal No.2' 2023 From raw energy to sublime. 'Lily in Charcoal No.2' is an expression piece combining an abstract charcoal drawing with a live lily emerging from a gash....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Paper, Photographic Film, Charcoal, Archival Ink, Archival Paper

'Lily in Charcoal' abstract expressionism photography edition of 10
Located in London, GB
'Lily in Charcoal' 2023 From raw energy to sublime. 'Lily in Charcoal' is an expression piece combining an abstract charcoal drawing with a live lily...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Paper, Photographic Film, Charcoal, Archival Ink, Archival Paper

No. 48355 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
No. 48355 (Abstract Photography) Photography / Archival pigment print — Unframed. Artwork exclusive to IdeelArt. Available on request - 2 weeks turnaround. Print can be mounted to ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Ink, Archival Pigment

Vintage Silver Gelatin Photo of Ibram Lassaw Modernist Sculpture (Photograph)
Located in Surfside, FL
This is from the photogrpaher John A. Ferrari he shot work for Eva Hesse, Robert Mangold, Ronald Bladen and Sol Lewitt. It bears his stamp and label from Zabriskie Gallery. This is for the original vintage photograph. I believe the inscription is in the hand of Ibram Lassaw some also bear the photographers stamp. Lassaw was born in Alexandria, Egypt, of Russian Jewish émigré parents, he went to the U.S. in 1921. His family settled in Brooklyn, New York. He became a US citizen in 1928. He first studied sculpture in 1926 at the Clay Club and later at the Beaux-Arts Institute of Design in New York. He made abstract paintings and drawings influenced by Kandinsky, Sophie Tauber Arp...
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1960s Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

No. 48354 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
No. 48354 (Abstract Photography) Photography / Archival pigment print — Unframed. Artwork exclusive to IdeelArt. Available on request - 2 weeks turnaround. Print can be mounted to ...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Ink, Archival Pigment

No. 48354 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
No. 48354 (Abstract Photography) Photography / Archival pigment print — Unframed. Artwork exclusive to IdeelArt. Available on request - 2 weeks turnaround. Print can be mounted to ...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

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Ink, Archival Pigment

Abstract photography for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Abstract photography available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add photography created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, purple, red, orange and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Mitchell Funk, Paul Snell, Michael Banks, and Seb Janiak. Frequently made by artists working with Paper, and Pigment Print and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Abstract photography, so small editions measuring 0.5 inches across are also available. Prices for photography made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $36,000, while the average work sells for $3,359.

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