Expressionist Interior Paintings
EXPRESSIONIST STYLE
While “expressionist” is used to describe any art that avoids naturalism and instead employs a bold use of flattened forms and intense brushwork, Expressionist art formally describes early-20th-century work from Europe that drew on Symbolism and confronted issues such as urbanization and capitalism. Expressionist artists experimented in paintings and prints with skewed perspectives, abstraction and unconventional, bright colors to portray how isolating and anxious the world felt rather than how it appeared.
Between 1905 and 1920, Austrian and German artists, in particular, were inspired by Postimpressionists such as Paul Gauguin and Vincent van Gogh in their efforts to strive for a new authenticity in their work. In its geometric patterns and decorative details, Expressionist art was also marked by eclectic sources like German and Russian folk art as well as tribal art from Africa and Oceania, which the movement’s practitioners witnessed at museums and world’s fairs.
Groups of artists came together to share and promote the themes now associated with Expressionism, such as Die Brücke (The Bridge) in Dresden, which included Erich Heckel, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff and investigated alienation and the dissolution of society in vivid color. In Munich, Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider), a group led by Wassily Kandinsky and Franz Marc, instilled Expressionism with a search for spiritual truths. In his iconic painting The Scream, prolific Norwegian painter Edvard Munch conveyed emotional turmoil through his depiction of environmental elements, such as the threatening sky.
Expressionism shifted around the outbreak of World War I, with artists using more elements of the grotesque in reaction to the escalation of unrest and violence. Printmaking was especially popular, as it allowed artists to widely disseminate works that grappled with social and political issues amid this time of upheaval. Although the art movement ended with the rise of Nazi Germany, where Expressionist creators were labeled “degenerate,” the radical ideas of these artists would influence Neo-Expressionism that emerged in the late 1970s with painters like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Francesco Clemente.
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Style: Expressionist
Cascading Waves of the Caribbean
Located in Sempach, LU
In this dynamic oil painting, I've captured the power and grace of the sea, blending impressionism with touches of realism to evoke the raw beauty of nature. The vibrant hues and exp...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Late Night at the Studio", interior, factory, teal, blue, yellow, oil painting
Located in Natick, MA
“Late Night at The Studio” by Catherine Picard-Gibbs is an Expressionist interior factory scene in a palette of teal-blue and yellow. This evocative 18 x 24 inch oil on panel painting focuses on light pouring out from the haunting depths of an empty hallway. This textural artwork is framed in a silver crackle floater frame with a black interior, making the framed size 19 x 25 x 1.5 inches.
Catherine Picard-Gibbs paints with bold brush strokes, using vibrant colors to show emotion and movement in landscapes and urban scenes. Her inspiration comes from the nuance and drama of her everyday world. Her evocative works have been featured throughout Massachusetts, in New York, and in the Midwest. Picard-Gibbs is represented by Fountain Street Gallery...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Сherry orchard
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this oil painting, I've poured my soul into capturing the ephemeral beauty of nature, using expressionist strokes to convey the vibrancy and joy of a tranquil cherry orchard in b...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
In Town, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A town exudes a whimsical charm with its expressionist portrayal. The simple and non-traditional images of the houses, lamp posts, and residents burst with mute...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Rhetoric 2
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Three Irises by the pond 40X30 oil painting
Located in Sempach, LU
With vigorous strokes and a vibrant palette, I've brought to life the fleeting beauty of blooms by the water's edge. This oil painting is my ode to nature's serene moments, where the...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Crystal wave
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this stirring dance of color and texture, I’ve endeavored to capture the raw power and beauty of the ocean. My hands birthed frothy waves onto the canvas with passionate strokes,...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Bouquet of mimosa
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this exuberant expression of life, I've captured the vibrant essence of spring. My brushstrokes dance across the canvas, conveying the delicate yet robust nature of the blooms. T...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
English Settlement, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Simple forms define this English town, while bright and deep colors add to its visual appeal. Artist Robert Hofherr aims for the viewer to perceive a place wher...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Orquídea (Orchid)
Located in Segovia, ES
Expressionist interior corner that has an orchid as its protagonist. Predominant chromaticism between fuchsia-pink and yellow.
Oil on linen by Spanish artist Chico Montilla.
Beautifu...
Category
Early 2000s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Beautiful sea
Located in Sempach, LU
In this oil painting, I've captured the raw, spirited dance of the sea. Through energetic strokes and a rich palette, I blended realism with expressionism to evoke the ocean's majest...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Summer, sea, beach, girl
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this oil painting, I've captured the essence of a serene moment by the sea, where the gentle breeze plays with her hair, and the sun kisses her skin. The expressionism style brin...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Red Koi Fish
Located in Sempach, LU
In this spirited dance of water and color, I've captured the graceful motion of koi fish, using watercolor’s fluidity to echo their serene, yet vibrant energy. My strokes blend fine ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Landscape with meadow
Located in Sempach, LU
"In creating this painting, I infused my passion for nature's raw beauty and the tranquility of open meadows. The expressive strokes of oil paint capture the warmth of sunlight cares...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Gentle roses
Located in Sempach, LU
Crafted with emotive brushstrokes, this oil painting is a fusion of expressionism and impressionism, where realism meets fine art. I poured my soul into capturing not just the delica...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A corner of the Garden
Located in Sempach, LU
In the lush embrace of nature's corner, I've rendered a dance of textures and hues with spirited oil strokes. Hues of pink, verdant greens, and touches of sunlight embody the tranqui...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Ligo
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this oil painting, I've poured my soul into capturing the serene connection between the human spirit and nature's tranquility. The figure, immersed in water, symbolizes purity an...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Japanese meadow daisies 40X30
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this oil painting, I've melded expressionism with touches of impressionism to capture the vibrant spirit of a meadow in full bloom. Each brushstroke is a testament to the serene ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Rustic Cabin, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
An expressionist depiction of a cabin displays its eclectic walls, with the surrounding woods emerging as vibrant shapes. The composition steers away from reali...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Rural landscape with a boat
Located in Sempach, LU
In this oil painting, I've woven tranquility with exuberant colors, capturing nature's quiet melody. I've layered impressionistic touches onto a realist framework, creating a dance o...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rays of Light, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A vibrant night sky stretches over the city. Ethereal blues mirror the celestial depths, while fiery oranges echo the birth of the stars. Geometric shapes and f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Vast sea
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this painting, I've captured the serene vastness of the ocean, its tranquil blues evoking a deep sense of peace. A solitary sailboat glides gently, a testament to solitude and se...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
Hortensias
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this vivid oil painting, I captured the ethereal beauty of blossoming flowers, channeling a blend of impressionistic and expressionistic styles. The play of light and shadow brea...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Riga city. Spring.
Located in Sempach, LU
In my creation, I've poured my soul into capturing the ephemeral beauty of bloom against a tranquil sky. The brushstrokes dance with life, echoing nature's awakening, all while a tow...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Village Study, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A small rural village transforms with washes of color and stylized rendering. A subtle hint of structures graces the piece, with selected hues to fulfill the pa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Made to Love - abstract wildlife elephant interior oil painting-contemporary art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
"Made to Love" by Nathan Neven is an exquisite portrayal of maternal affection, showcasing a mama elephant and her baby in a vibrant interior setting, complemented by enchanting spir...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
City flower garden
Located in Sempach, LU
In this oil painting, I've poured my soul into capturing the harmony of nature amidst an urban soul. The textured strokes and vibrant colors evoke a sense of growth and renewal, crea...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Pastel Still Art
Located in Sempach, LU
"In creating this piece, I poured my heart into capturing the sublime dance between light and shadow, using oil to meld expressionism with a touch of impressionistic flair. The soft ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Coast
Located in Sempach, LU
"In my work, I've captured a serene coastal moment, mixing impressionism with expressionism to evoke the tranquility of the sea. The brushstrokes are alive with emotion, inviting con...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovely garden daisies
Located in Sempach, LU
In crafting this piece, I unleashed my passion for nature's unassuming beauty onto the canvas. Each stroke of oil paint embodies the serene and gentle vitality of a blooming field. T...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sea element
Located in Sempach, LU
In my artwork, I've poured the vitality and serenity of the sea onto canvas, capturing the dynamic dance between water and land. The interplay of light reflects the boundless energy ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Series "The Imaginary traveler nº29" Expressionist corner with flowers and cat.
Located in Segovia, ES
Series "The Imaginary traveler nº29" Expressionist corner with flowers and cat.
Oil on linen by Chico Montilla.
Measurements: (H) 100 x (W) 81 x (D) 2 cm.
Framed (H) 112 x (W) 93 ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Poppy meadow 50X70
Located in Sempach, LU
In this oil painting, I have captured the wild spirit of a meadow, brimming with vibrant poppies. My brushstrokes dance with expressionism and impressionism, while fine art technique...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Flowers. Canvas, cardboard, oil, 69x50 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Flowers. Canvas, cardboard, oil, 69x50 cm
Aleksandr Rodin (1922-2001)
Painter Born in a family of farmers. Wife Rasma Lace - art scholar. Studied at the Stalingrad School of Art, Sa...
Category
1970s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard, Canvas
Field grass cover
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this oil painting, I've captured the vibrant essence of a meadow brought to life through harmonious colors and dynamic brushstrokes. It's the embodiment of nature's serenity and ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Waiting for spring
Located in Sempach, LU
In crafting this piece, I poured my soul into the vivid hues of the landscape, seeking to evoke the feeling of anticipation as nature teeters on the cusp of rebirth. With each stroke...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Summer, sea, beach
Located in Sempach, LU
In this oil painting, I've captured a serene moment where tranquility and the vast expanse of the sea converge. The subject's contemplative pose, her gaze cast towards the shimmering...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sea. Sailboat
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this oil painting, I've infused the canvas with the tranquil yet invigorating spirit of the sea. The sailboat, a focal point, carries within it a sense of adventure and freedom. ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Рicturesque pomegranate
Located in Sempach, LU
In this passionate dance of colors, I've captured the vibrant essence of life itself through the allegory of pomegranates. Oil paint weaves a textural symphony, blending realism with...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Music of the sea. Transparent water
Located in Sempach, LU
"In crafting this piece, I poured my spirit into the interplay of light and water, setting oil to canvas to capture the dance of sunlight as it kisses the water's surface, creating a...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Blooming terrace
Located in Sempach, LU
In this work, I wanted to capture the essence of serenity and vibrancy coexisting. The delicate dance of light and shadow through the blossoms is a fleeting moment I've brought to st...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Roses
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this oil painting, I sought to capture the soft elegance of roses – symbols of love and grace. Blending expressionism with touches of realism, the piece exudes a gentle strength....
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
My evening
Located in Sempach, LU
In this piece, I've poured my soul into capturing the tranquil interplay of light on water as the day whispers to a close. The thick oil paints give life to the vivid hues and soft g...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Blossoming
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this oil painting, I've poured my heart into capturing the ephemeral beauty of nature's awakening. Each brushstroke is an expression of vitality, as delicate blossoms burst forth...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Blooming tree
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this oil painting, I endeavored to capture the ephemeral beauty of nature's awakening. With each stroke, I sought to embody the delicate dance of blossoms on a gentle breeze, inf...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Blooming balcony
Located in Sempach, LU
In this vibrant oil painting, I've captured a lush, secluded nook that speaks to the soul's yearning for serenity. The interplay of light and shadow dances with the splendor of bloom...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Roses 24X18 oil on canvas.Valentine’s Day gifts art.
Located in Sempach, LU
In creating this piece, I poured my soul into every stroke, aiming to capture the raw beauty and fleetingness of life with vivid, emotive brushwork. The blossoms, bold and spirited, ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Girl with lilac
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this oil painting, I sought to capture a moment of serene beauty—infusing the scene with lush florals and a sense of tranquil reverie. The blend of expressionist strokes and impr...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Bouquet of lilacs 40Х40 oil painting
Located in Sempach, LU
In this oil on canvas, I've poured my soul into capturing the delicate dance of lilacs, their colors bursting with life. Each stroke represents an emotion, a breath of passion. I mel...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Blooming garden
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this creation of mine, I sought to capture the fleeting beauty of nature's awakening. With each stroke, I merged the worlds of realism and impressionism, allowing the vibrant hue...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
After the snow
Located in Sempach, LU
In this oil painting, I've embraced the tranquil solitude that comes after a snowfall. The soft purples and blues against the muted earth tones reflect the serene atmosphere and flee...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
What Remains, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Inspired by the vibrant style of Raoul Dufy, this portrayal of UK monastery ruins transitions from realism to bold colors and lively brushwork, merging modern...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Light in the forest
Located in Sempach, LU
In this oil on canvas, I've poured my soul into capturing the ethereal play of light amidst the trees. I intertwine expressionism with realism to weave a dance of colors that evoke a...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Red poppies on blue 50X40 oil, Valentine’s Day gifts art
Located in Sempach, LU
In this oil canvas, I've captured the vibrant spirit of nature. My brushstrokes dance between expressionism and impressionism, while touches of realism root the piece in a tangible w...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Fly! 40X40 oil on canvas
Located in Sempach, LU
In this oil painting, I captured the ephemeral moment of release and liberation. It's a dance between reality and interpretation, where feathered grace meets the human desire for fre...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
WINTER SALE! Before Christmas 40X50 oi painting
Located in Sempach, LU
In this oil painting of mine, I've captured the serene twilight of a snowy scape, where the warmth of the setting sun meets the cool tranquility of winter. The impressionist brushstr...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Raventos Piano and Shett II original expressionist acrylic painting
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Piano and shett II original expressionist acrylic painting
RAVENTÓS Mª Assumpció – (San Sadurní d’Anoia, Barcelona 1930).
Raventos trained at the elite Sant Jordi School of Fine Arts...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Spring
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this piece, I've captured the essence of rejuvenation. The vibrant strokes and vivid colors symbolize nature's awakening, weaving a tapestry of growth and vitality. With each bru...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Expressionist interior paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Expressionist interior paintings 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 interior paintings created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of purple, blue, orange, pink and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Iryna Kastsova, Bernard Harmon, Robert Hofherr, and Karen Lastre. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Acrylic Paint and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Expressionist interior paintings, so small editions measuring 7.88 inches across are also available.