Art
Artist Comments
A mesmerizing underwater scene comes to life where an enchanting mix of sea creatures, humans, and scuba bunnies coexist in perfect harmony. The submerged world...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Art
Oil
20th Century Art
Archival Paper, Oil Pastel
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art
Canvas, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art
C Print, Plexiglass
Artist Comments
A serene seascape with a glowing cloud delicately hovers over the tranquil shore. Artist Nancy Hughes Miller uses a variety of pastel colors to express the sk...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art
Oil
2010s Contemporary Art
Metal
2010s Impressionist Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Diana Elena Chelaru depicts figures grooving to the pulsating beat of the music. Bright lights cast vibrant hues across the scene, adding an electrifying...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Art
Linocut
1960s Art
Paper
Early 2000s Contemporary Art
Canvas, Paint, Oil
2010s Contemporary Art
PVC, Acrylic, Mulberry Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art
Canvas, Oil
2010s Art
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art
Canvas, Oil
Artist Comments
The artwork reflects on the abundance of wildlife in Florida and the constant struggle humans face in controlling nature. Dominating the scene, a giant egret hovers over houses while alligators lurk in the water, signifying the untamable wildness of the environment.
About the Artist
Artist Kat Silver paints surrealist compositions with a whimsical and satirical approach. She draws inspiration from the imagery of her dreams and the symbolisms present in her surroundings. The image of the rabbit has become an important character and signature in Kat's work. For her, they represent power and taking control of one's life. Through her art, she invites the viewer to question the mundanity of daily existence and embrace the magic within them. "I believe human beings have a lot we can learn from nature," says Kat. "If we watch and listen to the earth and all its creatures, we can learn to fully enjoy our lives instead of being caught up in materialism, drama, and stress." Kat started to paint when she was seven years old, with her uncle as her teacher. She received her BA in Painting at Nazareth College in 2001 and succeedingly studied at Drexel University in Philadelphia, where she mastered Art Therapy. Kat works in her home studio on a small desk strewn with supplies—surrounded by walls adorned with artwork that inspires her. Beyond her studio, Kat feeds her soul in nature, exploring wooded parks, forests, oceans, and streams. She often goes to antique shops to spark her creativity.
Words that describe this painting: Florida, wildlife, swamp, surreal, surrealism...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Art
Oil
Artist Comments
In this lively and spirited painting, five figures revel in the music and each other's company. Tones of blue and orange embrace their forms as they hit the dan...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art
Acrylic
2010s Art
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Art
Resin, Vinyl
2010s Contemporary Art
Steel
2010s Abstract Art
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Realist Art
C Print, Color, Dye Transfer, Lithograph, Monotype, Photographic Film, E...
1980s Modern Art
Lambda
1930s Art Deco Art
Paper
2010s Contemporary Art
Canvas, Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Sri Rao captures a beautiful moment on a curved road in California. The sun tenderly embraces the scene with its radiance and warm...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Brian Callaghan captures a New York landmark in a captivating interplay of light and shadow. The sun's gentle glow accentuates the folds of Lady Liberty'...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art
Acrylic
1990s Contemporary Art
Lithograph
Artist Comments
A two-toned contemporary abstract piece features a textured surface. In her signature style, artist Janet Hamilton crafts through thick layers of paint applied ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Diana Elena Chelaru captures the essence of movement in her composition, where two figures dance, swaying to the rhythm. Bright beams from the strobe lig...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art
Acrylic
2010s Art
Photographic Paper
2010s Abstract Art
Epoxy Resin, Acrylic
2010s Surrealist Art
Paper, Color
Artist Comments
A whimsical scene unfolds as a group of ibis birds roam the lawns of the St. Petersburg neighborhood in Florida. Meanwhile, bunnies residing in the houses watch as the giant birds...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Art
Oil
2010s Contemporary Art
Acrylic, Canvas
1930s Art
Oil
1950s Modern Art
Lambda
2010s Art
Photographic Paper
Artist Comments
Artist Stanislav Sidorov captures a couple walking in a fairytale-looking town. The street light accentuates the building's medieval details and casts a dramati...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Art
Oil
2010s Abstract Art
Epoxy Resin, Acrylic
Artist Comments
Drawing inspiration from her move from the Midwest to Florida, artist Kat Ailver paints a whimsical blend of seahorses and bunnies. The different shades of peac...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Art
Oil
2010s Contemporary Art
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
2010s Art
Photographic Paper
2010s Impressionist Art
Canvas, Oil
2010s Art
Photographic Paper
2010s Art
Photographic Paper
2010s Abstract Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Inspired by her relocation from the Midwest to Florida, artist Kit Silver paints a whimsical fusion of seahorses and bunnies. The warm hues and intricate detail...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Art
Oil
1990s Contemporary Art
Lithograph
21st Century and Contemporary Art
Mixed Media
1960s American Realist Art
Offset
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art
Canvas, Oil
2010s Contemporary Art
Linocut
2010s Contemporary Art
Plexiglass, Archival Pigment
21st Century and Contemporary Art
Photographic Film
21st Century and Contemporary Other Art Style Art
Photographic Paper, C Print
Artist Comments
"This artwork is inspired by a vista I saw while on a camping trip to the Allegany Mountains," says artist David Thelen. The verdant trees bask in the sun's war...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Gary Leonard creates a striking portrait of a woman plunging into the water. The large, spontaneous brushstrokes of the wave merge into the emotional flo...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art
Oil
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.