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Why do people like abstract art?
The reasons why people like abstract art vary. Some like the fact that they can interpret abstract pieces however they desire and enjoy using their imaginations to find meaning in various works. Others experience an emotional reaction when viewing abstract art and consider it to be moving as a result. In addition, people may appreciate the creativity and inventiveness that the creation of abstract art requires. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of abstract art.
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
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Mysterious Sea, Abstract Seascape Painting in Orange, School of Fish Patterns
Located in Barcelona, ES
“Mysterious Sea ” is a contemporary abstract painting inspired by the fluid motion of ocean currents. Layers of teal, green, and orange tones intertwine with flowing yellow lines, ev...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic, Monotype

3.16 #10 - Original Muted Colorful Abstract Impasto Acrylic Painting on Paper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impasto-painted strokes of bright colors are the framework of artist Shiri Phillips’ abstract artworks. Her paintings are flooded with texture through the layering of acrylic paint i...
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic

Slow Soft Summer: Floral, Abstract, Contemporary, Nature, Soft tones, Original
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: Slow Soft Summer Floral, Abstract, Contemporary, Nature, Soft tones, Original, Authentic, Investment In this gentle, though lively acrylic painting, I connected to the joys ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Glaze, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Textured lihes. Abstraction
Located in Zofingen, AG
This artistic creation is a collection of four unique paintings, unified by an exquisite palette. Each canvas, enriched with texture through the application of spackling, possesses i...
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paste, Acrylic, Canvas

Green Happy Life Abstract Painting, Mixed Media on Canvas, 60x75 cm
Located in Bogotá, Bogotá
"Green happy life" is an abstract painting distinguished by its texture and interwoven layers of color. Green tones predominate, complemented by flashes of blue, red, and green. It f...
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Twilight Landscape 1 - Abstract Flowy Minimalist Ink Painting on Linen Paper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bettina Mauel expresses dynamism and sensuality in her paintings: “I paint what I experience,” she articulates. “This includes landscapes, flowers, and people in motion, capturing th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Ink, Mixed Media

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