Art
1990s Abstract Geometric Art
Lithograph
1980s Abstract Expressionist Art
Ink, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Art
Acrylic, Wood Panel
2010s Abstract Art
Mixed Media
1950s Abstract Art
Crayon
2010s Abstract Art
Mixed Media
2010s Abstract Art
Paper, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Art
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Art
Canvas, Wax, Oil
20th Century Abstract Impressionist Art
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Art
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Art
Mixed Media, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Geometric Art
Photographic Paper, Black and White, Photogram, Silver Gelatin
2010s Abstract Art
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Art
Marble
Late 20th Century Abstract Art
Canvas, Oil
2010s Abstract Art
Canvas, Mixed Media
2010s Abstract Art
Resin, Acrylic, Panel
2010s Pop Art Art
Canvas, Color
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Art
Resin
2010s Abstract Expressionist Art
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Canvas
2010s Abstract Expressionist Art
Oil, Canvas
2010s Abstract Art
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Art
Oil, Alkyd
2010s Pop Art Art
Canvas, Color
1960s Abstract Expressionist Art
Gouache
2010s Abstract Art
Ceramic
2010s Abstract Art
Canvas, Mixed Media
2010s Abstract Art
Mixed Media
2010s Pop Art Art
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Art
Resin
20th Century Abstract Art
Steel
2010s Abstract Impressionist Art
Oil Crayon, Watercolor
2010s Abstract Art
Watercolor
1980s Pop Art Art
Silver Gelatin
1980s Pop Art Art
Silver Gelatin
1990s Pop Art Art
Paint, Paper, Pen, Pencil
1980s Pop Art Art
Silver Gelatin
20th Century Abstract Impressionist Art
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Art
Oil
2010s Abstract Art
Oil Pastel, Raw Linen, Oil
1990s Pop Art Art
Plastic, Paint, Paper
Late 20th Century Abstract Impressionist Art
Ink, Watercolor
1980s Pop Art Art
Silver Gelatin
2010s Abstract Art
Vinyl
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Art
Fabric, Textile, Cotton, Wood, Latex
2010s Abstract Geometric Art
Paper, Screen
2010s Abstract Geometric Art
Copper
1990s Pop Art Art
Paint, Paper, Pen, Pencil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art
Acrylic, Canvas
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art
Stone, Platinum
2010s Abstract Art
Oil Pastel
1980s Pop Art Art
Silver Gelatin
2010s Abstract Impressionist Art
Wax, Encaustic, Oil
Late 20th Century Abstract Art
Lithograph
Late 20th Century Abstract Art
Lithograph
Photography, Drawings, Prints, Sculptures and Paintings for Sale
Whether growing your current fine art collection or taking the first steps on that journey, you will find an extensive range of original photography, drawings, prints, sculptures, paintings and more on 1stDibs.
Visual art is among the oldest forms of expression, and it has been evolving for centuries. Beautiful objects can provide a window to the past or insight into our current time. Art collecting enhances daily life through the presence of meaningful work. It displays an appreciation for culture, whether a print by Elizabeth Catlett channeling social change or a narrative quilt by Faith Ringgold.
Contemporary art has lured more initiates to collecting than almost any other category, with notable artists including Yayoi Kusama, Marc Chagall, Kehinde Wiley and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Navigating the waiting lists for the next Marlene Dumas, Jeff Koons or Jasper Johns has become competitive.
When you’re living with art, particularly as people more often work from home and enjoy their spaces, it’s important to choose art that resonates with you. While the richness of art with its many movements, styles and histories can be overwhelming, the key is to identify what is appealing and inspiring. Artwork can play with the surrounding color of a room, creating a layered approach. The dynamic shapes and sizes of sculptures can set different moods, such as a bronze by Miguel Guía on a mantel or an Alexander Calder mobile suspended over a table. A wall of art can evoke emotions in an interior while showing off your tastes and interests. A salon-style wall mixing eclectic pieces like landscape paintings with charcoal drawings is a unique way to transform a space and show off a collection.
For art meditating on the subconscious, investigate Surrealists like Joan Miró and Salvador Dalí. Explore Pop art and its leading artists such as Andy Warhol, Rosalyn Drexler and Keith Haring for bright and bold colors. Not only did these artists question art itself, but also how we perceive society. Similarly, 20th-century photography and abstract painting reconsidered the intent of art.
Abstract Expressionists like Helen Frankenthaler and Lee Krasner and Color Field artists including Sam Gilliam broke from conventional ideas of painting, while Op artists such as Yaacov Agam embraced visual trickery and kinetic movement. Novel visuals are also integral to contemporary work influenced by street art, such as sculptures and prints by KAWS.
Realist portraiture is a global tradition reflecting on what makes us human. This is reflected in the work of Slim Aarons, an American photographer whose images are at once candid and polished and appeared in Holiday magazine and elsewhere. Innovative artists Mickalene Thomas and Kerry James Marshall are now offering new perspectives on the form.
Collecting art is a rewarding, lifelong pursuit that can help connect you with the creative ways historic, modern and contemporary artists have engaged with the world. For more tips on piecing together an art collection, see our guide to buying and displaying art.
A variety of authentic art is available on 1stDibs. Explore art at auction and the 1stDibs NFT art marketplace, too.
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