Abstract Paintings
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
Simply Put #1 - 6"x6", Black And White, Minimal Abstract Painting On Canvas
Located in Mississauga, Ontario
Modern and minimal, this black and white painting on canvas places emphasis on simplifying the composition. Paint over paper collage adds a subtle textured element. The understated,...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paper, Acrylic
Flowing Energy 30 - Large Colorful Vivid Abstract Painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
The artwork Flowing Energy 30 is part of the Flowing Energy Collection.
It is ready to hang with the edges painted and on the back will have two metallic hangers.
Gallery quality.
D...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Vert on Vert by Murray Duncan, mix media on canvas, geometric abstract
Located in Toronto, CA
Vert On Vert by Murray Duncan, 2023
Mix Media on canvas
Size: 60”x42” x 1.5
Unframed
Murray Duncan is a self-taught creative visionary. Know for his large-scale, expressive contem...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Abstract Face - Mid 20th Century Mixed Media Piece by George De Goya
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
Professor George De Goya. PhD. MA. FRSA. Born In Budapest, 1915-1992, related to the Spanish artist Goya on his mother’s side. Educated in Budapest and France where he received a de...
Category
1950s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Pastel, Ink, Mixed Media
Abstract Still Life of Vase Fruit on Table Watercolour - Late 1960s by Nina
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
Nina - 1969
Watercolour in a wooden frame under glass
Keywords: abstract, vase, table, tablecloth, still life, fruit, apple, watercolor, red, animal, eggs, blue, flowers.
Category
1960s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
Composition, 1981
Located in London, GB
Guy Boulay
1930-2000
Oil on canvas
60 x 50 cm
Category
1980s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media
"Witching Hour" Abstract Watercolor Painting
Located in Westport, CT
This original abstract watercolor painting by Nealy Hauschildt features a deep blue and magenta palette, with two large organic planes of washy color layered over one another for a b...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Watercolor, Paper, Cotton
Turnabout, Abstract Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
From artist Linda McCord's Night Flight series, the artwork explores the dark dreams of flying objects. Vibrant, metallic colors within a cell-like structure sw...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Transformation, Abstract Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Swirling patterns of vibrant blues, purples, and greens emerge against a stark black background. White cells weave through the colors, creating a fluid pattern....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Floating Bubbles - Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
Floating Bubbles - Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas
Bold abstract composition by California artist Charles "Dave" Francis (American, 1951-2018). Layers of col...
Category
1990s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars, Other Medium
Confetti I - Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
Confetti I - Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas
Bold abstract composition by California artist Charles "Dave" Francis (American, 1951-2018). Layers of color hav...
Category
1990s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars
Large Acrylic Painting on Canvas by Manuel Roberto
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
By Florida artist Manuel Roberto Originally from Cuba, living and working in Lake Worth Fl
A Florida artist, born in Cuban and currently living and working in Lake Worth.
Roberto be...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
Lily Pads - Original Oil on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
Lily Pads - Original Oil on Canvas
Original oil painting on canvas of lily pads on a calm pond by central California coast artist Maria Pavao Hadsell (Portugal/American). The lily p...
Category
20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Shuang Liu Abstract Original Oil On Canvas "Flowers IV"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Flowers IV
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 23.5 x 19.5 inches
Frame: Framing options available!
Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition.
Note: This pain...
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
That Hits the Spot - Abstract Geometric Acrylic Painting
Located in Boston, MA
That Hits the Spot
30.0 x 30.0 x 1.5, 3.0 lbs
Acrylic Painting
Hand signed by artist
Artist's Commentary:
"Despite the chaos beneath, playful colors and measured circles can brin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Star Formation - Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
Star Formation - Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas
Bold abstract composition by California artist Charles "Dave" Francis (American, 1951-2018). Layers of color...
Category
1990s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars
"Out Yonder" colorful abstract painting, botanical, dark, flower, painterly
By Susan Hable
Located in Atlanta, GA
This painting is an abstract botanical painting featuring hues of purple, orange, green, and yellow.
Susan Hable is inspired by the work of David Hockney, Milton Avery, Henri Matiss...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Wildflower" - nature inspired abstract painting, bright colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
"Overland" features hues of pink, yellow, green, and blue.
Marina Dunbar is inspired by the work of Paul Jenkins and Morris Louis.
“I often think about painting in three dimension...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Wood Panel
"Poppy" colorful abstract painting, botanical, flower, painterly, dark
By Susan Hable
Located in Atlanta, GA
This painting is an abstract botanical painting featuring hues of pink and green on a black ground.
Susan Hable is inspired by the work of David Hockney, Milton Avery, Henri Matisse...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Fiddlehead" - colorful abstract painting, botanical, green, flower, painterly
By Susan Hable
Located in Atlanta, GA
This painting is an abstract botanical painting featuring hues of green and orange.
Susan Hable is inspired by the work of David Hockney, Milton Avery, Henri Matisse, Alex Katz, How...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Communalities (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
Communalities (Abstract painting)
Acrylic on 300 gr. watercolour paper - Unframed
"This artwork is exclusive to IdeelArt.
Basterra's abstract expressionist approach to painting is...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
ABSTRACT New Black Lines Artwork by Contemporary Spanish Artist Pol Pintó 2024
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Pol Pintó embarked on his artistic journey by studying Art and Design at the EINA University Center, where he honed his skills and laid the foundation for his creative exploration. I...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Arabesque, Abstract Oil Painting
By Heidi Hybl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A bright orange circle contrasts against a light gray and white background. Below, a wavy blue line stretches horizontally, creating a sense of movement and dep...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
ABSTRACT New Black Lines Artwork by Contemporary Spanish Artist Pol Pintó 2024
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Pol Pintó embarked on his artistic journey by studying Art and Design at the EINA University Center, where he honed his skills and laid the foundation for his creative exploration. I...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Tones Of Dreams (Like Kurosawa's) (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
Tones Of Dreams (Like Kurosawa's) (Abstract painting)
Acrylic on canvas - Unframed
"This artwork is exclusive to IdeelArt.
Basterra's abstract expressionist approach to painting i...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
ABSTRACT New Black Lines Artwork by Contemporary Spanish Artist Pol Pintó
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Pol Pintó embarked on his artistic journey by studying Art and Design at the EINA University Center, where he honed his skills and laid the foundation for his creative exploration. I...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Enamel
Revolve, Abstract Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Luminous colors with a white cellular pattern float on a black background. The piece focuses on movement and rhythm. As part of artist Linda McCord's Night Flig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Maybe (Ambivalence) (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
Maybe (Ambivalence) (Abstract painting)
Acrylic on canvas - Unframed
"This artwork is exclusive to IdeelArt.
Basterra's abstract expressionist approach to painting is a response t...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Community Triptych (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
Community Triptych (Abstract painting)
Mixed media on canvas - Unframed
"This artwork is exclusive to IdeelArt.
A triptych.
Each piece size:
1. 32 x 24 cm / 12.6 x 9.4 in
2. 35 ...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Mixed Media
Falling Light
By Ira Barkoff
Located in Greenwich, CT
Born in 1934 in Brooklyn, New York, Ira Barkoff’s paintings feature empty, Zen-like landscapes whose stillness reflects a location’s essence. Barkoff seeks to “portray a sense of vas...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
It's New (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
It's New (Abstract painting)
Acrylic on Belgian linen - Unframed
"This artwork is exclusive to IdeelArt.
This artwork will be shipped rolled in a dent-resistant tube.
This method ...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
I Didn't Say It (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
I Didn't Say It (Abstract painting)
Acrylic on canvas - Unframed
"This artwork is exclusive to IdeelArt.
Basterra's abstract expressionist approach to painting is a response to he...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
Tharrats Constellation 18 original abstract acrylic painting
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
colors- original abstract acrylic painting . framed
Original paper by the famous Spanish artist Josep Tharrats.
Acrylic on paper. Perfect condition.
Certificate of originality
THARR...
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Cardboard
Untitled (Fire, Water, Wind) (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
Untitled (Fire, Water, Wind) (Abstract painting)
Acrylic on canvas - Unframed
This artwork is exclusive to IdeelArt.
Each piece size: 50 x 40 cm / 19.6 x 15.7 in
Basterra's abstr...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Blue triptych - 1998
By Pascal Magis
Located in BELEYMAS, FR
Pascal MAGIS
(Aurillac 1955 - Meyrals 2011)
Blue triptych - 1998
Oil on canvas
H. 150 cm; L. 250 cm (2 panels of 50 cm wide, and the central panel of 150 cm wide)
Signed lower right ...
Category
1990s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Follow Through (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
Follow Through (Abstract painting)
Acrylic on canvas - Unframed
"This artwork is exclusive to IdeelArt.
This artwork will be shipped rolled in a dent-resistant tube.
This method i...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Intended White (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
Intended White (Abstract painting)
Acrylic on Belgian linen - Unframed
"This artwork is exclusive to IdeelArt.
This artwork will be shipped rolled in a dent-resistant tube.
This m...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Linen
Ruz 20 Big Black Red HOMENAJE A PESSOA - Abstract Acrylic canvas Painting
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Original artwork by Spanish artist Rafael Ruz.
Acrylic in perfect condition. triptic
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, we are inclined to talk about real ‘psychodrama’, in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
ABSTRACT New Black Lines Artwork by Contemporary Spanish Artist Pol Pintó 2024
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Pol Pintó embarked on his artistic journey by studying Art and Design at the EINA University Center, where he honed his skills and laid the foundation for his creative exploration. I...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Ruz Dark Blue orignal abstract canvas acrylic painting
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Original work by Spanish artist Rafael RUZ.
Acrylic on canvas in perfect condition.
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, we are inclined to talk about real ‘psychodrama’, in the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
R. Poch Chess in Blue acrylic painting
By Ramon Poch
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
5.-Chess in blue acrylic painting
Born in Badalona (Barcelona).
Photographer and advertising film director.
Founding partner of the advertising production company La Cosa de las Pel...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
The River (La Meuse) (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
The River (La Meuse) (Abstract painting)
Acrylic on raw canvas - Unframed
"This artwork is exclusive to IdeelArt.
This artwork will be shipped rolled in a dent-resistant tube.
Thi...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
ABSTRACT New Black Lines Artwork by Contemporary Spanish Artist Pol Pintó 2024
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Pol Pintó embarked on his artistic journey by studying Art and Design at the EINA University Center, where he honed his skills and laid the foundation for his creative exploration. I...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Telepathy
Located in London, GB
Artsit: Olga Volha Piashko
Painting oil on canvas
Original: One-of-a-kind Artwork
hand signed
no frame is required cause of the particular shape of the canvas
Olga Volha Piashko ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cosmic Creation - Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
Cosmic Creation - Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas
Bold abstract composition by California artist Charles "Dave" Francis (American, 1951-2018). Layers of colo...
Category
1990s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars
"Ville 28" 1958 French Abstract oil painting textured - wonderfully complex!
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Jean Cortot
"Ville 24"
1958
Oil on canvas
23.75 x 23.75 inches
Signed and dated lower right corner
Provenance: Collection of the artist; Galerie Jacques Massol, Paris France; France...
Category
1950s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Silu Niu Contemporary Original Oil On Canvas "Dots"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Dots
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 19.5 x 19.5 inches
Frame: Framing options available!
Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition.
Note: This painting ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ruz Blue Vertical Abstract Acrylic on canvas Painting
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Interior Landscapes - Abstract Acrylic on canvas Painting. framed
RUZ, Rafael (Barcelona 1956)
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, we are inclined to talk about real ‘psychodra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Abstract 2429
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this acrylic piece, I've unleashed a symphony of emotions through vibrant, cascading colors. The blend of abstract, expressionism, and pop art elements invites viewers into a text...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Hot Sun (diptych)
By Ira Barkoff
Located in Greenwich, CT
Born in 1934 in Brooklyn, New York, Ira Barkoff’s paintings feature empty, Zen-like landscapes whose stillness reflects a location’s essence. Barkoff seeks to “portray a sense of vas...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Black Cherry, Original Painting, Abstract, Modern
Located in Deddington, GB
Mixed media painting by Artist Rajan Seth. The work is very much inspired by spring blossoms. The painting is slightly textured, made with beautiful shades of pink, and finished usin...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Waterfall , 80x80cm
Located in Yerevan, AM
Waterfall , 80x80cm
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Deep groove , 110x90cm
Located in Yerevan, AM
Deep groove , 110x90cm
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Hoddmimir , 100x135 cm
Located in Yerevan, AM
Hoddmimir , 100x135cm
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Norns, 110x100cm
Located in Yerevan, AM
Norns, 110x100cm
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
No 11, Original Abstract Painting, Textural 3D Art, Abstract, Modern
Located in Deddington, GB
Mixed media painting by Artist Rajan Seth. The work is very much inspired by interior design colour hues.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Acrylic paint, Spray Paint on Canvas
100 H x 100 W ...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
The Mountains Live, Original Painting, Semi Abstract, Landscape, Nature, sky
Located in Deddington, GB
The Mountains Live Within Me is a semi-abstract landscape painting by Helen Howells. It was inspired by the hills, valleys and mountains of South Wales, which is my homeland. It is n...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Reign, Original painting, Abstract art, Stone, Textural painting, 3D art
Located in Deddington, GB
Mixed media painting by Artist Rajan Seth The imagination of this work is based on ocean waters. The contrasting shades of blue hues reminiscent of deeper waters contrasted against l...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
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