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Abstract Paintings For Sale
Untitled XXXII by Ferle - Large abstract painting, earth tones, spiritual, red
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled XXXII is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 200 cm × 140 cm (78.7 × 55.1 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed an...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Mystery" Oil Painting 43" x 31.5" inch by Anastasiia Danilenko
Located in Culver City, CA
"Mystery" Oil Painting 43" x 31.5" inch by Anastasiia Danilenko Anastasiia Danilenko is an artist and graphic designer. But the area of her occupation is painting and such a tradit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"AUF WIEDERSEHEN" Abstract Painting 24" x 18" inch by Isaac Pelayo
Located in Culver City, CA
"AUF WIEDERSEHEN" Abstract Painting 24" x 18" inch by Isaac Pelayo Medium: Oil, oil stick, and aerosol on wood ABOUT THE ARTIST: Isaac Pelayo is a head on crash collision between The Renaissance and Street Art. In a household where constant turmoil and violence were more apparent than most a young Pelayo met escape and peace within the confines of himself and his own creativity. Hispanic born in the heavy beating heart of Los Angeles on the seventh day of June 1996. Pelayo was caught in the crossfires of everything that surrounded him but art served as his only guidance. After dropping out of college Pelayo turned from his hyperrealistic pencil portraits to oil painting where his passions grew more immensely. As of today Pelayo’s work is most influenced and fueled by the crème de la crème of old master painters like Da Vinci, Caravaggio, Rembrandt, and Velazquez as well as graffiti artists such as RETNA, Shepard Fairey, and EL MAC. In 2017 his work caught the attention and landed in the firm grasp of renown rapper and collector Alvin “Westside Gunn” Worthy. He has created several album covers and artworks for the Buffalo rap moguls music label Griselda Records including his personal collection. Pelayo’s paintings are widely recognized and sought out from all over the globe. His collectors include Sean “Diddy” Combs, Westside Gunn, Benny The Butcher, Jeff Hamilton, Shepard Fairey, Jaysse Lopez, and Everlast of House of Pain...
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21st Century and Contemporary Baroque Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil Crayon, Oil, Spray Paint

"Flight of the Stork" Abstract Painting 59" x 39" in by Ibrahim Khatab
Located in Culver City, CA
"Flight of the Stork" Abstract Painting 59" x 39" in by Ibrahim Khatab Ibrahim Khatab was born in Cairo 1984, works as a co-teacher in Cairo University, he mixes between painting, v...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Confluences II by Frédérique Domergue - Abstract painting on metal leaves, sea
Located in Paris, FR
Confluences II is a unique painting by French contemporary artist Frédérique Domergue. This painting is made with oxidized zinc and bronze leaves on aluminium, patina fixed with bees...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Metal, Bronze

"Favela Triptych I" Painting 71" x 31.5" inch by Mohamed Hussein
Located in Culver City, CA
"Favela Triptych I" Painting 71" x 31.5" inch by Mohamed Hussein Born 1989, Mohamed Hussein is a Fayoum native whose semi-abstract landscape and urban vistas are captured with a cul...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

"Orbit II" Abstract Oil Painting 32" x 47" inch by Ashraf Zamzami
Located in Culver City, CA
"Orbit II" Abstract Oil Painting 32" x 47" inch by Ashraf Zamzami Ashraf El Zamzami was a graduate of the Academy of Fine Arts in Minya, and he fast made a name for himself in the l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Orbit I" Abstract Oil Painting 32" x 47" inch by Ashraf Zamzami
Located in Culver City, CA
"Orbit I" Abstract Oil Painting 32" x 47" inch by Ashraf Zamzami Ashraf El Zamzami was a graduate of the Academy of Fine Arts in Minya, and he fast made a name for himself in the lo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Layer No.32 by Doris Marten - Abstract painting, minimalist, pink, lines, lilac
Located in Paris, FR
Layer No.32 is a unique Indian ink on Alu-Dibond painting by contemporary artist Doris Marten, dimensions are 32.5 × 40 cm (12.8 × 15.7 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and ...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

India Ink

The Fountain I by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting, grey colour
Located in Paris, FR
The Fountain I is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 75 × 140 cm (29.5 × 55.1 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and ...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Elysium IV by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting, grey colour, dark
Located in Paris, FR
Elysium IV is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 130 cm × 160 cm (51.2 × 63 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and co...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Around the World No. 10C by Doris Marten - Oil on vinyl, music, circle, vivid
Located in Paris, FR
Around the World No. 10C is a unique oil on vinyl painting by German contemporary artist Doris Marten, dimensions are 30 × 30 cm (30 × 30 cm). The artwork is signed, sold unframed a...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil

TN680-D by Hachiro Kanno - Large calligraphy-based abstract painting, diptych
Located in Paris, FR
TN680-D is a unique diptych painting by Japanese contemporary artist Hachiro Kanno. The painting is made with ink and acrylic on canvas, dimensions are 200 × 200 cm (78.7 × 78.7 in)....
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Ink, Acrylic

After All, I'm Cosmic Dust - Layered Resin with Paint, Gold Dust and Glitter
Located in Chicago, IL
Abstract art experiments with the use of texture, tone, and light perception. Through abstract works, the artist expresses her feelings rather than particular objects or scenes. Wit...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Mixed Media

Vintage American Modernist Surreal Dry Dock Boat Scene Signed Framed Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted modernist dry dock boat landscape by Karl Soderlund (Born 1962). Oil on canvas. Signed. Framed.
Category

1990s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Untitled XXXVII by Ferle - Large abstract painting, black and grey, dark tones
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled XXXVII is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 280 × 200 cm (110.2 × 78.7 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Point Series (Strata) 18 by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, violet
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) 18 is a unique acrylic on canvas, matt finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in). The artwork is signed,...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Infinity II by Frédérique Domergue - Large abstract painting on metal leaves
Located in Paris, FR
Infinity II is a unique painting by French contemporary artist Frédérique Domergue. This painting is made with oxidized zinc and bronze leaves on aluminium panel, patina fixed with b...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Untitled XLII by Ferle - Large abstract painting, grey and black, dark tones
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled XLII is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 280 × 200 cm (110.2 × 78.7 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and c...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Untitled XX by Ferle - Abstract painting, lines, bright colours, orange, red
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled XX is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 100 cm x 70 cm (39.4 × 27.6 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and co...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Point Series (Strata) 25 by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, blue tones
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) 25 is a unique acrylic on canvas, gloss finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in). The artwork is signed...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Deep End V by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting, sea, dark colors
Located in Paris, FR
Deep End V is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 74 × 59 cm (29.1 × 23.2 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and comes...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Point Series (Strata) 22 by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, violet
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) 22 is a unique acrylic on canvas, matt finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in). The artwork is signed,...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Yellow Edition No. 02m by Doris Marten - Oil on vinyl, music, circle, vivid
Located in Paris, FR
Yellow Edition No. 02m is a unique oil on vinyl painting by German contemporary artist Doris Marten, dimensions are 25 × 25 cm (9.8 × 9.8 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed a...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil

TN686-D by Hachiro Kanno - Abstraction & Japanese calligraphy, diptych painting
Located in Paris, FR
TN686-D is a unique diptych painting by Japanese contemporary artist Hachiro Kanno. The painting is made with ink and acrylic on canvas, dimensions are 73 × 120 cm (28.7 × 47.2 in). ...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Ink, Acrylic

Point Series (Strata) 27 by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, blue tones
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) 27 is a unique acrylic on canvas, gloss finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in). The artwork is signed...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

'The Life-Drawing Class' by M. David
Located in London, GB
'The Life-Drawing Class', oil on board, by French (likely) artist M David (circa 1960s). A swirling, colourfully vivacious artwork that is immediately attractive and captivating. A l...
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1960s Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Point Series (Strata) 20 by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, pink, blue
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) 20 is a unique acrylic on canvas, matt finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in). The artwork is signed,...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Point Series (Strata) 16 by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, violet
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) 16 is a unique acrylic on canvas, matt finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in). The artwork is signed,...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Holdandhope by Emanuel Schulze - Architecture and landscape oil painting, grey
Located in Paris, FR
Holdandhope is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Emanuel Schulze, dimensions are 80 × 70 cm (31.5 × 27.6 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and comes with...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Untitled LIX by Ferle - Large abstract painting, colourful, vibrant tones
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled LIX is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 200 cm × 140 cm (78.7 × 55.1 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and ...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Point Series (Strata) #15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 by James Lumsden - Set
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series (Strata) #15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 is an installation composed of 9 unique acrylic on canvas, gloss and matt finish paintings by contemporary artist James Lums...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

Geometric Landscape oil Paint on Canvas by Marilina Marchica
Located in Agrigento, AG
Landscape mixed media on canvas 116x89 cm 2023 Original Art -ready to Hang Marilina Marchica, born in 1984, was born in Agrigento, where she lives and works. She graduated in Pain...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Enamel

A painting of stories
Located in Bogotá, Bogotá
Abstract painting, created during the pandemic, blends human and animal figures in a palette of ochre and yellow tones. Dimensions are 23" x 35" inches. To ensure the preservation a...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Garden of early delights I by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting
Located in Paris, FR
Garden of early delights I is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 160 × 130 cm (63 × 51.2 in). The artwork is signed, sold un...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Flowing Sound #10 by Maho Maeda - Abstract painting, blue flowers, wood, canvas
Located in Paris, FR
Flowing Sound #10 is a unique painting by contemporary artist Maho Maeda. This painting is made with acrylic, coloured pencil and ink on cotton canvas and carved wood, dimensions are...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Pencil

Echoes (1/19) by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, blue tones, gloss
Located in Paris, FR
Echoes (1/19) is a unique acrylic on canvas, gloss finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 45 × 40 cm (17.7 × 15.7 in). The artwork is signed, sold unfr...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Dialogue with Nature #29 by Maho Maeda - Abstract painting, blue flowers
Located in Paris, FR
Dialogue with Nature #29 is a unique painting by contemporary artist Maho Maeda. This painting is made with acrylic, coloured pencil and ink on canvas, dimensions are 15 × 15 cm (5.9...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Ink, Acrylic, Pencil, Canvas

Untitled LXV by Ferle - Large abstract painting, blue and red, dark tones
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled LXV is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 280 × 200 cm (110.2 × 78.7 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and co...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Resonance (3/19) by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, pink and orange
Located in Paris, FR
Resonance (3/19) is a unique acrylic on canvas, gloss finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 50 × 40 cm (19.7 × 15.7 in). The artwork is signed, sold u...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Surfacing by Frédérique Domergue - Abstract painting, metal leaves, sea, sky
Located in Paris, FR
Surfacing is a unique painting by French contemporary artist Frédérique Domergue. This painting is made with oxidized zinc and bronze leaves on aluminium panel, patina fixed with bee...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Metal, Bronze

"PARASITES " Abstract Painting 24" x 20" inch by Isaac Pelayo
Located in Culver City, CA
"PARASITES " Abstract Painting 24" x 20" inch by Isaac Pelayo Medium: Oil, oil stick, and aerosol on wood ABOUT THE ARTIST: Isaac Pelayo is a head on crash collision between Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Baroque Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil, Spray Paint

TN600-D by Hachiro Kanno - Calligraphy-based abstract painting, diptych, blue
Located in Paris, FR
TN600-D is a unique acrylic on canvas diptych painting by Japanese contemporary artist Hachiro Kanno, dimensions are 100 × 146 cm (39.4 × 57.5 in). The artwork is signed, sold unfra...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

L’Océan créateur II by Frédérique Domergue - Large abstract painting on metal
Located in Paris, FR
L’Océan créateur II is a unique painting by French contemporary artist Frédérique Domergue. This painting is made with oxidized zinc and bronze leaves on aluminium panel, patina fixe...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Lucent (4/19) by James Lumsden - Abstract colour painting, pink and light blue
Located in Paris, FR
Lucent (4/19) is a unique acrylic on canvas, gloss finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 60 × 75 cm (23.6 × 29.5 in). The artwork is signed, sold unfr...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Line 1222-02 by Ahn Hyun-Ju - Abstract painting, minimalism, bright colours
Located in Paris, FR
Line 1222-02 is a unique painting by contemporary artist Ahn Hyun-Ju. The painting is made with Polyester, pigments and acrylic on aluminium, dimensions are 50 × 30 cm (19.7 × 11.8 i...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media

"EL GALLO" Abstract Painting 30" x 24" inch by Isaac Pelayo
Located in Culver City, CA
"EL GALLO" Abstract Painting 30" x 24" inch by Isaac Pelayo Medium: Oil, oil stick, and aerosol on wood ABOUT THE ARTIST: Isaac Pelayo is a head on crash collision between The Renaissance and Street Art. In a household where constant turmoil and violence were more apparent than most a young Pelayo met escape and peace within the confines of himself and his own creativity. Hispanic born in the heavy beating heart of Los Angeles on the seventh day of June 1996. Pelayo was caught in the crossfires of everything that surrounded him but art served as his only guidance. After dropping out of college Pelayo turned from his hyperrealistic pencil portraits to oil painting where his passions grew more immensely. As of today Pelayo’s work is most influenced and fueled by the crème de la crème of old master painters like Da Vinci, Caravaggio, Rembrandt, and Velazquez as well as graffiti artists such as RETNA, Shepard Fairey, and EL MAC. In 2017 his work caught the attention and landed in the firm grasp of renown rapper and collector Alvin “Westside Gunn” Worthy. He has created several album covers and artworks for the Buffalo rap moguls music label Griselda Records including his personal collection. Pelayo’s paintings are widely recognized and sought out from all over the globe. His collectors include Sean “Diddy” Combs, Westside Gunn, Benny The Butcher, Jeff Hamilton, Shepard Fairey, Jaysse Lopez, and Everlast of House of Pain just to name a few. Pelayo is often described as the coming of A New Renaissance...
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21st Century and Contemporary Baroque Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil, Spray Paint

"A Walk of Life 2" Abstract Painting 39" x 47" inch by Ahmed Dafrawy
Located in Culver City, CA
"A Walk of Life 2" Abstract Painting 39" x 47" inch by Ahmed Dafrawy Dafrawy’s fine arts academic background started in 2014 when he received the certificate of drawing course comp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

TN 566 by Hachiro Kanno - Calligraphy-based abstract painting, red, white, black
Located in Paris, FR
TN 566 is a unique ink and acrylic on canvas painting by Japanese contemporary artist Hachiro Kanno. The painting is made with acrylic on paper, dimensions are 195 × 97 cm (76.8 × 38...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Ink, Acrylic

Remembrance #8 by Maho Maeda - Abstract painting, flowers, textile and wood
Located in Paris, FR
Remembrance #8 is a unique painting by contemporary artist Maho Maeda. This painting is made with acrylic, coloured pencil, ink and antique textile on cotton canvas and wood, dimensi...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Pencil, Wood

Permanescence N496D by Hachiro Kanno - Calligraphy-based abstract work on paper
Located in Paris, FR
Permanescence N496-D is a unique ink and acrylic on paper diptych painting by Japanese contemporary artist Hachiro Kanno, dimensions are 65 × 100 cm (25.6 × 39.4 in). The artwork is...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Ink, Acrylic

"Aqueduct" 59" x 34" inch by Neama El Sanhoury
Located in Culver City, CA
"Aqueduct" 59" x 34" inch by Neama El Sanhoury Medium: fabric appliqué on linen "Fragments of Time" series: Ultimately, El Sanhoury’s work is contemplated and generated in a thoro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Linen, Mixed Media, Mesh

BL-AD No.16 by Doris Marten - Abstract painting, minimalist, bright colours
Located in Paris, FR
BL-AD No.16 is a unique Indian ink on Alu-Dibond painting by contemporary artist Doris Marten, dimensions are 34 × 50 cm (13.4 × 19.7 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and co...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

India Ink

"Untitled 97" Abstract Painting 16" x 16" inch by Ahmed Dafrawy
Located in Culver City, CA
"Untitled 97" Abstract Painting 16" x 16" inch by Ahmed Dafrawy Dafrawy’s fine arts academic background started in 2014 when he received the certificate of drawing course completio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Deep End IV by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting, sea, dark colors
Located in Paris, FR
Deep End IV is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 59 x 74 cm (23.2 × 29.1 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and come...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Confluences by Frédérique Domergue - Abstract painting on metal leaves, sea, sky
Located in Paris, FR
Confluences is a unique painting by French contemporary artist Frédérique Domergue. This painting is made with oxidized zinc and bronze leaves on aluminium, patina fixed with beeswax...
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Bronze, Metal

"Untitled 3.23" Abstract Oil Painting 77" x 53" inch by Gayatri Gamuz
Located in Culver City, CA
"Untitled 3.23" Abstract Oil Painting 77" x 53" inch by Gayatri Gamuz This artwork ships rolled in a tube due to its size In search of silence, in search of the self. Her work eme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Untitled LI by Ferle - Large abstract painting, grey and black, dark tones
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled LI is a unique oil on free-standing canvas painting by contemporary artist Ferle, dimensions are 200 cm × 140 cm (78.7 × 55.1 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and c...
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Original Abstract Paintings for Sale on 1stDibs

Bring audacious experiments with color and textures to your living room, dining room or home office. Abstract paintings, large or small, will stand out in your space, encouraging conversation and introducing a museum-like atmosphere that’s welcoming and conducive to creating memorable gatherings.

Abstract art has origins in 19th-century Europe, but it came into its own as a significant movement during the 20th century. Early practitioners of abstraction included Wassily Kandinsky, although painters were exploring nonfigurative art prior to the influential Russian artist’s efforts, which were inspired by music and religion. Abstract painters endeavored to create works that didn’t focus on the outside world’s conventional subjects, and even when artists depicted realistic subjects, they worked in an abstract mode to do so.

In 1940s-era New York City, a group of painters working in the abstract mode created radical work that looked to European avant-garde artists as well as to the art of ancient cultures, prioritizing improvisation, immediacy and direct personal expression. While they were never formally affiliated with one another, we know them today as Abstract Expressionists.

The male contingent of the Abstract Expressionists, which includes Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning and Robert Motherwell, is frequently cited in discussing leading figures of this internationally influential postwar art movement. However, the women of Abstract Expressionism, such as Helen Frankenthaler, Lee Krasner, Joan Mitchell and others, were equally involved in the art world of the time. Sexism, family obligations and societal pressures contributed to a long history of their being overlooked, but the female Abstract Expressionists experimented vigorously, developed their own style and produced significant bodies of work.

Draw your guests into abstract oil paintings across different eras and countries of origin. On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive range of abstract paintings along with a guide on how to arrange your wonderful new wall art.

If you’re working with a small living space, a colorful, oversize work can create depth in a given room, but there isn’t any need to overwhelm your interior with a sprawling pièce de résistance. Colorful abstractions of any size can pop against a white wall in your living room, but if you’re working with a colored backdrop, you may wish to stick to colors that complement the decor that is already in the space. Alternatively, let your painting make a statement on its own, regardless of its surroundings, or group it, gallery-style, with other works.

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