Abstract Mixed Media
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
Poolside Barcelona 200
By Mark Jackson
Located in Tulsa, OK
Each work Jackson makes is a one-of-one original using his proprietary silver and ink suspension technique - a process that unfolds over weeks of dedicated development through layers...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Gold Leaf
Collage Figure #2, Abstract Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A female figure burst with earthy tones and vibrancy. The combination of collage papers, acrylic glazes, and oil pastels infuses the piece with a playful abstra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media
Collage Figure #3, Abstract Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Artist Gail Ragains captures a model mid-pose, depicting her figure with a blend of collage papers, acrylic glazes, and oil pastels. The vibrant color combinati...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media
flowers 19-Contemporary, Abstract, Modern, Pop art, Surrealist, expressionist
Located in London, London
Flowers 19
Digital pigment print Ultrachrome ink on Fabriano Rosaspina paper. Hand signed by the artist, and certificate of authenticity. (Unframed)
His work has been shown in Rei...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Archival Pigment
"Black Tie And Bubbly" mixed media abstract w/ textural black, tan, gold, grays
By Nancy Eckels
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Black Tie And Bubbly" is a beautiful large luminous abstract painting by Nancy Eckels. It exhibits the bold colors and textures that her work is known for, featuring textural blac...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Acrylic, Other Medium
"Golden Accents" mixed media abstract with textural blues, lavender, and aquas
By Nancy Eckels
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Golden Accents" is a beautiful luminous large abstract painting by Nancy Eckels. It exhibits the bold colors and textures that her work is known for, and features beautiful blues, ...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Acrylic, Other Medium
Judy Pfaff Original abstract hand Signed mixed media 3D collage, Unique, Framed
By Judy Pfaff
Located in New York, NY
Judy Pfaff
original signed paper and mixed media 3D collage, ca. 1986
Mixed media 3:D paper collage with vinyl
signed and inscribed "To Connie Love Judy Pfaff" in marker on the front...
Category
1980s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Mixed Media, Vinyl, Laid Paper, Permanent Marker
Lab #11 Painting. From the Lab series
By Alec Franco
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Lab #11, 2024 by Alec Franco
From the Lab series
Unframed
Signed by the artist
_______
The artist's works are based on time and on informal aesthetic principles that he chooses to e...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Lab #10 Painting. From the Lab series
By Alec Franco
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Lab #10, 2024 by Alec Franco
From the Lab series
Unframed
Signed by the artist
_______
The artist's works are based on time and on informal aesthetic principles that he chooses to e...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Star School 19.16
By Ky Anderson
Located in Dallas, TX
Pigment & acrylic on paper
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Acrylic, Paper, Pigment
Sweet Dreams
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel.
It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Encaustic
Cronus View from the Cave
By David Hare
Located in New York, NY
David Hare
Cronus View from the Cave, 1971
Graphite, Ink wash, Paper Collage on Paper on Board
25 x 33 inches
“Freedom is what we want,” David Hare boldly stated in 1965, but then ...
Category
1970s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Ink, Graphite
Cronus Asleep in the Cave
By David Hare
Located in New York, NY
David Hare
Cronus Asleep in the Cave, 1971
Acrylic, ink wash, graphite, paper collage on paper on board
26 x 35 inches
“Freedom is what we want,” David Hare boldly stated in 1965, b...
Category
1970s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Acrylic, Paper, Ink, Graphite
ST1822-Contemporary , Abstract, Gestual, Street art, Pop art, Modern, Geometric
Located in London, London
Edition of 25 Unframed
Digital pigment print Ultrachrome ink on Fabriano Rosaspina paper. Hand signed by the artist, and certificate of authenticity, (Unframed)
His work has been s...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Archival Pigment
'Cornish Church, St.Buryan'
Located in Cambridge, GB
Cornish Church, St Buryan'
Sheila Tolley. R.W.A. Born 1939
Signed, mixed media on board, 9 x 8 inches, framed.
Sheila Tolley, although born in Birmingham, is firmly established as a...
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media
Lab #9 Painting. From the Lab series
By Alec Franco
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Lab #9, 2024 by Alec Franco
From the Lab series
Unframed
Signed by the artist
_______
The artist's works are based on time and on informal aesthetic principles that he chooses to ex...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Lab #8 Painting. From the Lab series
By Alec Franco
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Lab #8, 2024 by Alec Franco
From the Lab series
Unframed
Signed by the artist
_______
The artist's works are based on time and on informal aesthetic principles that he chooses to ex...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic
The Search, Mixed Media on Paper
By Laura Spring
Located in Yardley, PA
This one of a kind painting is done in acrylic on paper. This painting is painted in many subtle layers built one on the top of the other, a union between complexity of technique and...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media
Cronus Asleep in the Cave
By David Hare
Located in New York, NY
David Hare
Cronus Asleep in the Cave, 1991
Acrylic on paper on board
26 X 34 1/4 inches
“Freedom is what we want,” David Hare boldly stated in 1965, but then he added the caveat, “a...
Category
1990s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Board
Cronus Waiting
By David Hare
Located in New York, NY
David Hare
Cronus Waiting, 1990
Ink and Wash on Paper on Board
34 x 25 1/4 inches
“Freedom is what we want,” David Hare boldly stated in 1965, but then he added the caveat, “and wha...
Category
1990s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Ink, Board
Timeline 23.3
By Ky Anderson
Located in Dallas, TX
Pigment & acrylic on paper
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Pigment
20th Century abstract wood relief by British modernist Bryan Ingham
By Bryan Ingham
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
BRYAN INGHAM (BRITISH 1936-1997)
COLLE VAL D'ELSA, 1991-92
oil and pencil on wood relief
signed, titled and dated 'Bryan Ingham Colle Val d'Elsa 1991-1992 (relief)' (on the reverse)...
Category
20th Century Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Wood, Oil, Pencil
N003 - Contemporary, Abstract, Minimalism, Modern, Pop art, Surrealist
Located in London, London
There is a snake skin on the mountain
Digital pigment print Ultrachrome ink on Fabriano Rosaspina paper. Hand signed by the artist, and certificate of authenticity. (Unframed)
His ...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Archival Pigment
Classic Love Tapestry, Robert Indiana -Limited Edition, Art, Design, Interior
Located in Zug, CH
Robert Indiana
Classic Love, 1995
Hand Woven Wool Tapestry
182.5 × 182 cm (71.9 × 71.7 in)
Signed and numbered on label
Edition of 150
In excellent condition
Provenance: acquired fro...
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Tapestry, Wool
Deep ocean blue pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Deep ocean blue pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Spray Paint
'Sunset Over Asilomar' Original Contemporary Abstract Yellow &Orange Mixed Media
Located in Carmel, CA
Steven is now one of the top emerging artists in the U.S. His works are ground breaking, bold and imbued with unflinching disregard to painting conventions. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Charcoal
Resonate ll
Located in East Hampton, NY
Resonate II, mixed media on paper, 40 X 30
Abstract using soft grays and black.
For exact shipping costs, please give location.
comes unframed.
About the Artist: Julie Schumer, a...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media, Archival Paper
Musings, Abstract Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Artist Terri Bell exhibits a series of organic shapes in varying sizes combined to create a double grid. She presents each abstract form as a unique design elem...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media
Unique signed pastel & graphite work Geometric Abstraction Minimalist painting
Located in New York, NY
Charles Hinman
Untitled Geometric Abstraction (Hand Signed), 1980
Pastel & Graphite painting on Paper
Signed and dedicated to "Michael and Rene" in graphite by the artist on the fron...
Category
1980s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Pastel, Pencil, Graphite
Shards IVA (Axsom 151) exhibited at the Whitney with Museum & Richard Gray label
By Frank Stella
Located in New York, NY
Frank Stella
(Whitney Museum Exhibited) Shards IVA (Axsom 151), 1982
Lithograph & Silkscreen on Arches Cover Paper (Whitney Museum exhibition label verso of frame)
45 1/2 × 39 1/4 in...
Category
1980s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media, Pencil, Lithograph, Screen
Watercolor and mixed media drawing titled "Current"
By Michele Zuzalek
Located in Washington, DC
Original watercolor and mixed media painting on acid free paper. Strokes of oil pastel and mark making throughout the painting. This piece is coated with a semi gloss varnish for lus...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Oil Pastel, Ink, Acrylic, Watercolor
"The Embrace (Shunga Study), " Mixed Media Collage
Located in Chicago, IL
Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Ink
'Pile Smile' - contemporary fiber art, texture, pattern, stripes, tufting
Located in Atlanta, GA
This tufted work features hues of red, blue and green.
Trish Andersen is inspired by the work of Shelia Hicks, Cy Twombly, Judith Scott and Nick Cave.
Savannah-based artist Trish A...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Wool, Yarn
"Dune, " Mixed Media Kite
Located in Chicago, IL
Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Wood
'Layered' - black, collage, geometric abstraction, mixed media
Located in Atlanta, GA
This mixed media painting features hues of black, grey and green.
Atlanta-based artist Angela Carter creates abstract collage works that celebrate her personal history, Caribbean he...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
"Twilight (Just Before Dawn), " Mixed Media Kite
Located in Chicago, IL
Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Wood
"Ikebana, " Mixed Media Kite
Located in Chicago, IL
Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Wood
'All the Pieces II' - blue, indigo, collage, geometric abstraction, mixed media
Located in Atlanta, GA
This mixed media painting features hues of blue.
Framed in a light blue gray floater frame measuring 37.25 by 25.25 inches.
Atlanta-based artist Angela Carter creates abstract colla...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Lab #7 Painting. From the Lab series
By Alec Franco
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Lab #7, 2024 by Alec Franco
From the Lab series
Unframed
Signed by the artist
_______
The artist's works are based on time and on informal aesthetic principles that he chooses to ex...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic
'Come What May' - contemporary fiber art, texture, pattern, dots, tufting
Located in Atlanta, GA
This nostalgic tufted work features hues of blue, green, orange, and red.
Trish Andersen is inspired by the work of Shelia Hicks, Cy Twombly, Judith Scott and Nick Cave.
Savannah-b...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Wool, Yarn
"Voyage, " Mixed Media Collage
Located in Chicago, IL
Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Wood
'Layered' - black, collage, geometric abstraction, mixed media
Located in Atlanta, GA
This mixed media painting features shades of white.
Atlanta-based artist Angela Carter creates abstract collage works that celebrate her personal history, Caribbean heritage and the...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Message From Hannah No. 13
Located in Columbia, MO
For those not already acquainted: Stephen Gammell, in addition to being a very prolific studio artist, is also a great teller, appreciator, and illustrator of stories. For one so con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Archival Ink, Watercolor
"Dappled Light, " Mixed Media Kite
Located in Chicago, IL
Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Wood, Paint, Paper
Message From Hannah No. 1
Located in Columbia, MO
For those not already acquainted: Stephen Gammell, in addition to being a very prolific studio artist, is also a great teller, appreciator, and illustrator of stories. For one so con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Archival Ink, Watercolor
Message From Hannah No. 4
Located in Columbia, MO
For those not already acquainted: Stephen Gammell, in addition to being a very prolific studio artist, is also a great teller, appreciator, and illustrator of stories. For one so con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Archival Ink, Watercolor
Message From Hannah No. 7
Located in Columbia, MO
For those not already acquainted: Stephen Gammell, in addition to being a very prolific studio artist, is also a great teller, appreciator, and illustrator of stories. For one so con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Archival Ink, Watercolor
Message From Hannah No. 10
Located in Columbia, MO
For those not already acquainted: Stephen Gammell, in addition to being a very prolific studio artist, is also a great teller, appreciator, and illustrator of stories. For one so con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Archival Ink, Watercolor
'Bold Fold' - contemporary fiber art, texture, pattern, stripes, tufting
Located in Atlanta, GA
This tufted work features hues of blue, red, green, teal, and white.
Trish Andersen is inspired by the work of Shelia Hicks, Cy Twombly, Judith Scott and Nick Cave.
Savannah-based ...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Wool, Yarn
Untitled, 3/23/12, Mixed Media on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
set of two, each 23" x 30" acrylic / oil pastel / graphite / rubbing wax crayon / colored pencil / ink on rag paper :: Mixed Media :: Abstract Expressionism :: This piece comes wi...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media
sire of sorrows I, Mixed Media on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
set of 2, each @ 36" x 48" (3 feet by 4 feet) acrylic, oil stick, oil pastel, colored pencil, graphite, oil pencil on canvas :: Mixed Media :: Abstract Expressionism :: This piec...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media
sire of sorrows II, Mixed Media on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
set of 2, each @ 36" x 48" (3 feet by 4 feet) acrylic, oil stick, oil pastel, colored pencil, graphite, oil stick on canvas :: Mixed Media :: Abstract Expressionism :: This piece...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media
'All the Pieces I' - blue, indigo, collage, geometric abstraction, mixed media
Located in Atlanta, GA
This mixed media painting features hues of blue.
Framed in a light blue gray floater frame measuring 37.25 by 25.25 inches.
Atlanta-based artist Angela Carter creates abstract colla...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
'Tomorrow's Another Day" - contemporary fiber art, pattern, abstract, botanical
Located in Atlanta, GA
This abstract tufted work features hues of blue, red, yellow and orange.
Trish Andersen is inspired by the work of Shelia Hicks, Cy Twombly, Judith Scott and Nick Cave.
Savannah-ba...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Wool, Yarn
'The Grow Show' - contemporary fiber art, pattern, abstract, colorful, muted
Located in Atlanta, GA
This abstract tufted work features hues of blue, mauve, yellow, and green.
Trish Andersen is inspired by the work of Shelia Hicks, Cy Twombly, Judith Scott and Nick Cave.
Savannah-...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Wool, Yarn
'Life is But a Dream' - contemporary fiber art, texture, pattern, blue, tufting
Located in Atlanta, GA
This tufted work features hues of blue, green, and red, pink, and orange.
Trish Andersen is inspired by the work of Shelia Hicks, Cy Twombly, Judith Scott and Nick Cave.
Savannah-b...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Wool, Yarn
Sweet Disposition
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red green chartreuse
It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Encaustic
'One Step at a Time' - contemporary fiber art, pattern, abstract, colorful
Located in Atlanta, GA
This abstract tufted work features hues of yellow, blue, red, and green.
Trish Andersen is inspired by the work of Shelia Hicks, Cy Twombly, Judith Scott and Nick Cave.
Savannah-ba...
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Wool, Yarn
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Find a wide variety of authentic Abstract mixed media 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 mixed media 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, orange, red and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Francisco Nicolás, Melisa Taylor Metzger, Aimée Farnet Siegel, and Franco DeFrancesca. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Mixed Media 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 mixed media, so small editions measuring 1 inches across are also available. Prices for mixed media 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 $1 and tops out at $385,000, while the average work sells for $2,221.
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