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1980s FIgurative Painting by Artist Harley Francis
By Harley Francis
Located in Stone Mountain, GA
Masterful figurative painting by mid-20th century artist Harley Francis. Exceptional for its
Category
1980s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Wood Panel
"Colors with Gray" acrylic and oil on linen painting by artist Robert Goodnough
By Robert Goodnough, 1917-2010
Located in Boca Raton, FL
"Colors with Gray" acrylic and oil on linen abstract painting by artist Robert Goodnough. Signed
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Acrylic
Flowery Pot contemporary floral inspired painting by artist Sarah Warren
By Sarah Warren
Located in London, GB
Emirates during an International Artists Symposium, including an exhibition of paintings at the Royal
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
H 24.02 in W 24.02 in D 2.37 in
Fragment of the painting by artist Chuikov I. "Red outline" 1982, pastel, paper
By Ivan Chuikov
Located in Riga, LV
Fragment of the painting by artist Chuikov I. "Red outline" 1982, pastel, paper, 23x32 cm, 36x48 cm
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Pastel
H 14.18 in W 18.9 in D 0.04 in
Mid-20th Century Large Textural Colorfield Painting by Artist John Colt
Located in Stone Mountain, GA
Exquisite range of pinks in oil on untreated canvas by well-listed artist John Colt. Tonal and
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 44.5 in W 55 in D 1.5 in
"Welcome to my Party!" Surrealist pop art painting by artist Megan Dune
Located in West Hollywood, CA
" inch wide original mixed media painting on canvas is stretched and ready to hang. The surrealistic
Category
2010s Surrealist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 48 in W 48 in D 1 in
'All that Jazz' Large, Stunning, Original Painting by Artist Fahri Aldin (1950)
By Fahri Aldin
Located in Belleville, CA
An Absolutely Gorgeous large Original painting on canvas by Canadian artist Fahri Aldin. This One
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Coating, Varnish, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 78 in W 78 in D 2 in
"Clark Kent #1" spray enamel on canvas painting by artist John "CRASH" Matos
By John Crash Matos
Located in Boca Raton, FL
"Clark Kent #1" gallery-wrapped spray enamel on canvas painting by street artist John "CRASH" Matos
Category
2010s Street Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Enamel
"Figure de Notier" framed, signed oil on canvas painting by artist Max Papart
By Max Papart
Located in Boca Raton, FL
"Figure de Notier" oil on canvas painting of a human figure by Max Papart. Signed Max Papart on
Category
1950s Abstract Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 32 in W 27.25 in D 1.25 in
"2 by Sea" gallery-wrapped acrylic on canvas painting by artist John CRASH Matos
By John Crash Matos
Located in Boca Raton, FL
"2 by Sea" gallery-wrapped acrylic on canvas painting by street artist John "CRASH" Matos. Signed
Category
Early 2000s Street Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Spirit (mid century modern abstract painting by artist daughter of MOMA founder)
Located in New York, NY
for the American artist Alex Katz. It is not easy finding Barr's work on the market at this time
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil Crayon, Graphite
H 23 in W 29.5 in D 0.5 in
1946 "Untitled" oil on canvas painting signed and dated by artist Alex Katz.
By Alex Katz
Located in Boca Raton, FL
"Untitled" oil on canvas painting by artist Alex Katz. Signed and dated A. Katz 46 recto lower
Category
1940s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Missing Puzzle Piece by K. Husslein - geometric colorful abstract painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
Beautiful geometric painting by artist Katharina Husslein.
Color blocks are placed side by side in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 31.5 in W 41.34 in D 1.19 in
A Recurring Dream Acrylic on Canvas Painting by Jon James, REP by Tuleste Factor
By Jon James
Located in New York, NY
"A Recurring Dream"
72 x 44 in.
Abstract drip paint painting by artist Jon James. Featuring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 72 in W 44 in D 2.5 in
Plumage, acrylic and mixed media painting, yellow, purple, blue
By Ben Darby
Located in San Diego, CA
Aviary, acrylic and mixed media painting by artist Ben Darby. Aviary is composed of two pieces
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Wood Panel
H 67 in W 22 in D 2 in
Russian Drone Painting (Norilsk 2018)
By Lawrence Gipe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
William Turner Gallery is proud to present a small solo exhibition of paintings by artist Lawrence
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Shaman, acrylic on canvas painting, green robe, red, gray
By Ben Darby
Located in San Diego, CA
Shaman, acrylic and mixed media painting by artist Ben Darby. The artists has used a draping effect
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Wood Panel
Hibiscus Hummingbirds Havan - Oil Painting by Hunt Slonem
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Denver, CO
Green hummingbirds flit amongst red blossoms in this oil painting by artist Hunt Slonem. The
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hyacinthum Crucis, Acrylic on Canvas Painting, Jon James REP by Tuleste Factory
By Jon James
Located in New York, NY
"Hyacinthum Crucis"
96 x 60 in.
Abstract drip paint painting by artist Jon James. Contrasting a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Russian Drone Painting No. 3 (Damascus, 2015)
By Lawrence Gipe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
William Turner Gallery is proud to present a small solo exhibition of paintings by artist Lawrence
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Fusion, acrylic and mixed media painting, yellow, green, gold, birds
By Ben Darby
Located in San Diego, CA
Fusion, acrylic, mixed media, on canvas and wood panel painting by artists Ben Darby. Fusion has a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Acrylic
H 22 in W 14 in D 2 in
Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, Abstract Acrylic Painting by Benjamin Benno
By Benjamin G. Benno
Located in Long Island City, NY
An oil painting by artist Benjamin Benno depicting the main characters from the novel “Don Quixote
Category
1930s Cubist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Russian Drone Painting No. 4 (Abandoned Hospital, Moscow)
By Lawrence Gipe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
William Turner Gallery is proud to present a small solo exhibition of paintings by artist Lawrence
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
'Approaching Storm' by Chris Brizzard, Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This 9.5" x 14" framed oil on canvas painting by artist Chris Brizzard depicts the lush white
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 9.5 in W 14 in D 1.5 in
Set of Four "Cock Fighting" Paintings of Roosters
Located in New York, NY
paintings by artists such as Henry Thomas Alken and Frances Turner. Set within very attractive carved gilt
Category
Mid-20th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
'Maine Coastal Landscape, ' by P. Krewer, Watercolor Painting on Paper
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This framed 26.5" x 16.25" watercolor painting by artist P. Krewer depicts a rocky coastal
Category
1950s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
H 26.5 in W 28 in D 2 in
Diamante I, Acrylic on Canvas Painting, by Jon James REP by Tuleste Factory
By Jon James
Located in New York, NY
"Diamond I"
72x72 (vertical) / 101.82x101.82 (diagonal)
Diagonally hanging drip paint painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 101.82 in W 101.82 in D 2 in
Russian Drone Painting No. 1 (Mir Diamond Mine, Siberia)
By Lawrence Gipe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
William Turner Gallery is proud to present a small solo exhibition of paintings by artist Lawrence
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hidden by Clouds, Rosie Phipps, Original painting, Landscape painting
By Rosie Phipps
Located in Deddington, GB
indication of how a piece may look
Hidden by Clouds is an original framed painting by artist Rosie Phipps
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
H 9.06 in W 15.36 in D 1.19 in
Russian Drone Painting No. 6 (Ferris Wheel at Pripyat, 2016)
By Lawrence Gipe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
William Turner Gallery is proud to present a small solo exhibition of paintings by artist Lawrence
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Surrealist Acrylic Figurative Painting, "Whole" by Christopher Polentz
Located in San Diego, CA
An original 10” x 12” x 1.5” Surrealist Acrylic Figurative Painting by artist Christopher Polentz
Category
2010s Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Graphite
H 12 in W 10 in D 1.5 in
"Panic Attack" Red, Silver, and Gold Abstract Textured Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Red, white, and gold abstract painting by artist "Tony." The piece features three colors red
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Acrylic
In The Line Of Fire By Troy Smith Fine Art Abstract Art
By Troy Smith Studio
Located in Toronto, CA
Title - In The Line Of Fire.
Acrylic Painting by Artist Troy Smith on canvas
The painting comes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Acrylic
H 36 in W 36 in D 2 in
Purple Abstract Contemporary Owl Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Purple-toned abstract contemporary painting by artist "Barber." The piece depicts three owls by a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings
Materials
Wood, Acrylic
Voyage To India, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Heather Ireland
Located in Yardley, PA
Travel is in your heart, and she beckons you to follow. Original oil painting by artist, painted
Category
2010s Surrealist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Expressionist Painting: "Dreamcatcher"
By Sherry Beaton-Krulle
Located in San Diego, CA
This is an original one of a kind expressionist mixed media painting by artist Sherry Krulle-Beaton
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Alternatives to the Ground Dilemma
By Airom
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Original painting by artist Airom.
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Passing Down
By Airom
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Original painting by artist Airom
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Conspiration
By Airom
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Original painting by artist Airom
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Archival Ink, Oil
Platypus Conundrum
By Airom
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Original painting by artist Airom
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Archival Ink, Oil
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By Dan Leahy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Abstract mixed media painting by artist Dan Leahy.
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media
Shoeing Scout
By Jane Chapin
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Framed oil painting by artist Jane Chapin.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Russian Drone Painting No. 5 (Hong Kong, 2019 Pro-Democracy Protestors)
By Lawrence Gipe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
William Turner Gallery is proud to present a small solo exhibition of paintings by artist Lawrence
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Awake
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An original acrylic painting by artist Robert Lackney.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Snap
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An original acrylic painting by artist Robert Lackney.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Summer Shower
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An original acrylic painting by artist Robert Lackney.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Magog
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An original acrylic painting by artist Robert Lackney.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
My Soul Rises to the World that is Invisible
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An original acrylic painting by artist Robert Lackney.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
White Light
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An original acrylic painting by artist Robert Lackney.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Place
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An original acrylic painting by artist Robert Lackney.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Abstract Expressionist Painting: "Earthen Flow"
By Sherry Beaton-Krulle
Located in San Diego, CA
This is an original one of a kind expressionist mixed media painting by artist Sherry Krulle-Beaton
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Lithesome
By Jane Chapin
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A framed oil painting by artist Jane Chapin.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pastel Yellow and Lavender Geometric Abstract Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Pastel yellow and lavender abstract geometric painting by artist C. Jones. The painting depicts
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media
H 12 in W 10 in D 1.5 in
Pod i
By Airom
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Original painting by artist Airom, with sculptural element
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Archival Ink, Oil
Pod ii
By Airom
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Original painting by artist Airom, with sculptural element
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Archival Ink, Oil
Blue, White, Black, and Red Abstract Marble Patterned Longitudinal Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Blue, black, white, and red abstract expressionist painting by artist "Joseph." The piece features
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media
H 48.13 in W 30 in D 1.63 in
Hayyoth
Located in New Orleans, LA
Acrylic on Panel painting by artist James Flynn.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Patchwork Yellow Fields Watercolour on Paper Painting by Rosie Phipps, 2022
By Rosie Phipps
Located in Deddington, GB
and gouache painting by artist Rosie Phipps, sold mounted. Featuring her gestural and expressive use
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paper, Watercolor, Gouache
H 7.88 in W 14.18 in D 0.04 in
Lost By Troy Smith Fine Art Abstract Art
By Troy Smith Studio
Located in Toronto, CA
Title - Lost.
Acrylic Painting by Artist Troy Smith. The painting is signed by the artist on the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Acrylic
"The Maple Grove" Orange and Blue Abstract Impressionist Fall Landscape Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Blue and orange-toned abstract impressionist painting by artist Teen Tyler. The painting depicts a
Category
1960s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 17 in W 25.25 in D 1.5 in
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Hunt Slonem is the artist who is known for painting bunnies. The American Neo-Expressionist painter also depicts other animals like tropical birds and butterflies in his work. Much of the inspiration for his paintings comes from his own aviary. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Hunt Slonem art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024To find the artist of a painting, first try photographing the painting with your smartphone and the artist's signature. Then, conduct a reverse image search on Google using the photographs, and study the results to see if you can determine the artist's name. You can also try using the app Smartify to scan the image and see if it appears in its database. If you have difficulty identifying the artist, consult a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of fine art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024One artist best known for stripe painting is Bridget Riley. Since the 1970s, Riley has been experimenting with color, creating works like Nataraja (1993), made up of columns of brightly hued diagonal stripes that seem to pulse rhythmically. By using stripes to instill life, movement and energy into flat, geometric forms, she helped pioneer Op art. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Bridget Riley art.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- What do artists do?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024What artists do is create objects that have aesthetic appeal using their creativity and technical skills. Artists work with many different types of materials to make paintings, sculptures, drawings, collages, installations and other media. In some cases, artists may produce artwork for a specific client, called a patron. Other times, artists make art to convey a message or evoke an emotion. In the latter situation, artists may eventually sell their work through exhibitions or dealers. Find a large selection of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The artist of the painting called "New York City" is the Dutch painter Piet Mondrian. He was a part of the De Stijl art movement, which emphasized depicting objects, scenes and figures as their basic geometric shapes in simple primary colors. You can see this approach reflected in "New York City," where the architecture of the Big Apple is depicted in simple grid lines in yellow, red and blue. Find a variety of abstract art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- Who is the artist Matta?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chilean artist Roberto Matta is sometimes referred to simply as “Matta.” One of Chile’s most famous artists, Matta is best known for his contributions to surrealist and expressionist painting during the 20th century. Shop a collection of authentic Roberto Matta pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is an established artist?2 AnswersLa ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021An established artist is a professional artist who is recognized by his pairs (fellow professional artists) and the art community (professional dealers, art critics, etc.) for the quality of his/her work.
Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021Established artists have created work for a long period of time usually exhibiting the work on a regular basis. They have created bodies of work that are recognizably competent and consistent with someone who has knowledge of materials. - What is an installation artist?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024An installation artist is an artist who produces large-scale, site-specific, three-dimensional works. Most installations are made from mixed media, and they may be temporary or permanent interventions in a place. Some famous installation artists include Judy Chicago, Yayoi Kusama, Kurt Schwitters, Marcel Broodthaers, Gordon Matta-Clark, Jason Rhoades, Doris Salcedo, Kara Walker, Thomas Hirschhorn and Urs Fischer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of fine art.
- What is an artistic photograph?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Artistic photography may refer to photography that is not representational, which is the term that is used to define photography that merely takes in the scene that a photographer experiences. In an artistic photograph, the artist tries to create a scene that is prized more for its beauty than realness. Find various kinds of artistic photographs on 1stDibs.
- What is a limner artist?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024What a limner artist is depends on the context, as the term has two meanings. The most common use of the term is to describe artists who illuminate manuscripts, meaning that they hand paint decorative embellishments and illustrations directly onto pages to complement the text. In American historical writings dating back to the colonial period, you may sometimes see portrait artists also referred to as limners. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of fine art.
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- How did Calder become an artist?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The story of how Calder became an artist begins with his parents. Both artists themselves, they did not want him to suffer the hardships of trying to make a living in art, so they encouraged the young Alexander Calder to study mechanical engineering at the Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey. He subsequently worked a number of jobs, including as a hydraulic engineer and draftsman for the New York Edison Company, before deciding to pursue an artistic career. He applied his engineering background to his artwork, such as his understanding of gears and moving parts for kinetic sculptures like Cirque Calder (1931) and free-standing abstract sculptures he called “stabiles.” Explore a selection of Alexander Calder art on 1stDibs.
- Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 25, 2021An artist who creates sculpture is called a sculptor.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Opinions regarding who the most famous landscape artist is vary. Some of the most notable landscape painters of all time include Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Joseph Mallord William Turner, John Constable, Camille Pissarro, Paul Cézanne, Caspar David Friedrich, Jan van Goyen, Georgia O’Keeffe and Winslow Homer. Find a wide variety of landscape paintings on 1stDibs.
- Who is the artist Jamie Reid?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Jamie Reid is a British artist best known for his contributions to punk rock imagery in the 20th century, particularly the work he did with the Sex Pistols. His cover for the Sex Pistols single “God Save the Queen” has remained iconic to this day. Shop a collection of Jamie Reid pieces on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top art dealers.
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Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko, Pablo Picasso, Wassily Kandinsky, Piet Mondrian and Willem de Kooning are among the most famous abstract artists.
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