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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.
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Hand Painted X-Large-Gladiolus Glorious-British Artist-Limited Edition#10 of 10
Located in London, GB
This rare X-large Limited Edition is 80% hand painted and highlighted with original paint and brushstrokes painted by artist Shizico Yi. Only 10 Limited Edition has been made, This ...
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2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Prints

Materials

Gesso, Archival Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Archival Paper, Giclée

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...
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic, Monotype

Temps suspendu, Contemporary Abstract Painting by Sophie Dumont
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Oil on Canvas 40 x 40 cm (15.7 x 15.7 in) 47 x 47 cm framed (18.5 x 18.5 in) Available with a choice of black or natural wood floating frame. In Temps Suspendu, French contemporary ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Wellspring III - Large Scale Contemporary Colorful Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Harrison Gilman's large original artworks begin with a layer of fast-paced gestural abstraction followed by organic shapes and geometric structures. Some of his paintings remain in t...
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Quiet Garden
Located in Zofingen, AG
Quiet Garden 97 × 97 cm (stretcher size) True to its title, "Quiet Garden" by S. Brazhnikova beautifully captures the serene and secluded atmosphere of a warm summer day. The compos...
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2010s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Vers l'equilibre, Contemporary Large Abstract Geometric Oil Painting, 42x42 in
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Vers l'Équilibre - Oil on canvas Unframed: 80 x 80 x 2 cm (31.50 x 31.50 x 0.79 in) Framed: 87 x 87 x 3.5 cm (34.25 x 34.25 x 1.38 in) Black or natural wood floater frame available S...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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