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Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

ABSTRACT STYLE

Beginning in the early 20th century, abstract art became a leading style of modernism. Rather than portray the world in a way that represented reality, as had been the dominating style of Western art in the previous centuries, abstract paintings, prints and sculptures are marked by a shift to geometric forms, gestural shapes and experimentation with color to express ideas, subject matter and scenes.

Although abstract art flourished in the early 1900s, propelled by movements like Fauvism and Cubism, it was rooted in the 19th century. In the 1840s, J.M.W. Turner emphasized light and motion for atmospheric paintings in which concrete details were blurred, and Paul Cézanne challenged traditional expectations of perspective in the 1890s.

Some of the earliest abstract artists — Wassily Kandinsky and Hilma af Klint — expanded on these breakthroughs while using vivid colors and forms to channel spiritual concepts. Painter Piet Mondrian, a Dutch pioneer of the art movement, explored geometric abstraction partly owing to his belief in Theosophy, which is grounded in a search for higher spiritual truths and embraces philosophers of the Renaissance period and medieval mystics. Black Square, a daringly simple 1913 work by Russian artist Kazimir Malevich, was a watershed statement on creating art that was free “from the dead weight of the real world,” as he later wrote.

Surrealism in the 1920s, led by artists such as Salvador Dalí, Meret Oppenheim and others, saw painters creating abstract pieces in order to connect to the subconscious. When Abstract Expressionism emerged in New York during the mid-20th century, it similarly centered on the process of creation, in which Helen Frankenthaler’s expressive “soak-stain” technique, Jackson Pollock’s drips of paint, and Mark Rothko’s planes of color were a radical new type of abstraction.

Conceptual art, Pop art, Hard-Edge painting and many other movements offered fresh approaches to abstraction that continued into the 21st century, with major contemporary artists now exploring it, including Anish Kapoor, Mark Bradford, El Anatsui and Julie Mehretu.

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Style: Abstract
Color:  Beige
Untitled 518, 1990s
Located in Quogue, NY
Watercolor on paper
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1990s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor

"Fish"
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Jim’s of Lambertville is proud to offer this artwork by: Ramstonev Co-operative Project (1937 - 1939) In the late 1930s, Charles Ramsey became close friends with Charles Evans and ...
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1930s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Pastel

Terrace Positano, 2002
Located in Quogue, NY
Watercolor on paper
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Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor

Paintings on paper "Nature-Universe-Tool" ( 50 pieces folder)
Located in Cuernavaca, Morelos
One piece made of a folder with 50 acrylic paintings on paper, with measures 29.5 x 20 cm each paper.
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Acrylic, Handmade Paper

Abstract Composition Inspired by Bach, Framed Abstract Watercolor Painting, Pink
Located in Denver, CO
Original vintage watercolor painting by twentieth century San Francisco woman artist, Hildegarde Haas (1926-2002). "Bach - English Suite No.2 in A Minor...
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20th Century Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

Mystery - abstract painting, made in grey, blue color
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. The work was done with alcoholic ink in grey, blue color on Yupo paper. The work is 11 by 14 inches in size, framed (gold or black) with a styrene face on ...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Ink

Abstract Watercolor Painting, 'Design for Light', 2004 by David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
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Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor

Untitled (Abstraction)
Located in Fairlawn, OH
aka Beni Kosh Untitled (Abstraction) Watercolor on paper, 1970's Unsigned Ben Kosh Estate Stamp verso, No. 754 Condition: Very good Sheet size: 10 5/8 x 14 9/16 inches Provenance: Es...
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1970s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

Abstract Watercolor Painting, 'Design for Space', 2003 by David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
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Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor

"Sierra Country", Abstracted Landscape Watercolor
Located in Soquel, CA
Vibrant abstract landscape watercolor titled "Sierra Country" by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999), 1984. Titled, signed, and dated on verso. Presented in a painted metal frame, without glass. Image, 23"H x 31"L. Measures: 30"H x 37"W. Erle Loran was a modernist of urban and coastal views and geometric painting. Erle Loran was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He studied at the Minneapolis School of Art under the direction of Cameron Booth...
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1980s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor, Archival Paper

"Untitled Study"
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Jim’s of Lambertville is proud to offer this artwork. Signed lower right. Rolph Scarlett (1889 - 1984) A major exponent of non-objective painting, Rolph Scarlett's career and art...
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20th Century Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

Mad red 2 (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
Mad red 2 (Abstract Painting) Acrylic and pigments on paper — Unframed. Emma Godebska is a French abstract artist living in Nimes, France. Her use of natural pigments, reflective o...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Acrylic, Pigment

Abstract Non Objective Work on Paper Guggenheim Woman Artist Drawing 1940s w/c
Located in New York, NY
Abstract Non Objective Work on Paper Guggenheim Woman Artist 1940s Drawing w/c HILLA REBAY (1890 - 1967, GERMAN/AMERICAN) Abstract watercolor and graphite on paper 14 x 16 1/2 inche...
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1940s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor

Untitled
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Untitled Graphite on paper, 1930 Signed and dated upper right (see photo) Exhibited: Francis Nauman, Leon Kelly: Draftsman Extraordinaire, New York, April 4 - May 23, 2014. (label) C...
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1920s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Pencil

Linda Turner, Art Meditation 5, Collage, Pattern and Decoration, Automatism
Located in Darien, CT
Linda Turner, raised both in NYC and Northern Virginia, resides in Brooklyn, NY. She achieved a BFA in Surface Design/Textile Design from the Fashion Inst...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Archival Ink, Watercolor, Gouache, Archival Paper, Pencil, Color Pencil

Untitled
Located in Paris, FR
Charcoal 32.00 cm. x 24.50 cm. 12.6 in. x 9.65 in. (paper) 40.00 cm. x 32.00 cm. 15.75 in. x 12.6 in. (frame) LCD5893
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1970s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Charcoal

Shape 34 (2019) - Abstract shape, minimalist gestural work on paper, red & white
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Shape 34 (2019) by Ryan Park of Shapes Only Abstract, nonobjective, gestural, geometric art, acrylic on 300GSM archival paper. Abstract shape innovated by the artist. Neutral, ea...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Acrylic, Archival Paper

Untitled (First Theme)
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Jim’s of Lambertville is proud to offer this artwork by: Burgoyne Diller (1906-1965) Recognized as the first American painter to embrace the tenets of Neo-Plasticism, Burgoyne Dill...
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1960s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Crayon, Pencil

Shape 10 (2018) - Abstract shape, minimalist gestural, black & white on paper
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Shape 10 (2018) by Ryan Park of Shapes Only Abstract, nonobjective, gestural, geometric art, acrylic on 300GSM archival paper. Abstract shape innovated by the artist. Neutral pal...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Acrylic, Archival Paper

Shape 36 (2019) - Abstract shape, work on paper, minimalist, black & white
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Shape 36 (2019) by Ryan Park of Shapes Only Abstract, nonobjective, gestural, geometric art, acrylic on 300GSM archival paper. Abstract shape innovated by the artist. Black on wh...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Acrylic, Archival Paper

Fractal Dance VIII
Located in Phoenix, AZ
charcoal on paper Mark Pomilio’s method, motives, and conceptual considerations are centered on visually articulating recent developments in the life sciences. It is not his intent ...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Charcoal, Archival Paper

Shape 33 (2019) - Abstract shape, work on paper, minimalist, purple & white
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Shape 33 (2019) by Ryan Park of Shapes Only Abstract, nonobjective, gestural, geometric art, acrylic on 300GSM archival paper. Abstract shape innovated by the artist. Deep purple...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Acrylic, Archival Paper

Anyway
Located in Milano, IT
Anyway 2012 Collage on cardboard CM 70x50 Artwork featured in the "Drawings" section of the monograph on Alex Corno published by Silvia publishing. With hand and with fire, on me...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Mixed Media, Acrylic, Illustration Board, Glue

The Rooster, Charcoal Drawing by Etienne Poirier
Located in Atlanta, GA
French artist Etienne Poirier (1919-2002) designed this stunning modernist drawing. This work is a charcoal-on-paper composition depicting a proud roos...
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1950s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Charcoal

Shape 44 (2019) Minimalist abstract shape, work on paper, green stylized seven
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Shape 44 (2019) by Ryan Park of Shapes Only Abstract, nonobjective, minimalist geometric art, acrylic on 300gsm archival paper. Abstract s...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Acrylic, Archival Paper

Shape 32 (2019) - Abstract shape, minimalist work on paper, neutral gray & white
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Shape 32 (2019) by Ryan Park of Shapes Only Abstract, nonobjective, gestural, geometric art, acrylic on 300GSM archival paper. Abstract shape innovated by the artist. Neutral pal...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Acrylic, Archival Paper

Shape 22 (2019) - Abstract shape, minimalist gestural, deep red & white on paper
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Shape 22 (2019) by Ryan Park of Shapes Only Abstract, nonobjective, gestural, geometric art, acrylic on 300GSM archival paper. Abstract shape innovated by the artist. Neutral pal...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Acrylic, Archival Paper

T #1- intricate beige 3D abstract aerial landscape pulled paper fiber drawing
Located in New York, NY
Finesse and delicateness are what best characterize Antonin Anzil’s artistic practice. Using a sharp tool to carefully pull the fiber of the paper from the front, the artist gives bi...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Archival Paper

Nag Arnoldi , Switzerland - Drawings (1974) : Falling Icarus and Crouching Angel
By Nag Arnoldi
Located in Meinisberg, CH
Nag Arnoldi (Swiss, * 18.9.1928 Locarno, † 10.2.2017 Lugano) 1. Falling Icarus • Drawing - Mixed media (Indian ink, coloured pencil & gouache) on paper ca. 22 x 26 cm • Signiert & ...
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Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, India Ink, Gouache

World
Located in Milano, IT
WORLD 2011 Collage on cardboard CM 70x50 With hand and with fire, on metal. With hand and thought on paper. Drawing is inseparable from sculpture and cannot be less important. Al...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Mixed Media, Acrylic, Illustration Board

Birth (One of the Arts)
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Birth (One of the Arts) Gouache and metallic ink on 1957 Encyclopedia page Feminist Art and Contemporary Feminist / Geometric Abstraction / Gestural Abstracti...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Gouache, Magazine Paper, Acrylic

Shape 43 (2019) - Abstract shape, work on paper, minimalist, navy blue
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Shape 43 (2019) by Ryan Park of Shapes Only Abstract geometric art, acrylic on 300gsm archival paper. Abstract shape innovated by the artist. Navy blue. ...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Acrylic, Archival Paper

Empath * Communication * Translate * Sharing (One of the Arts)
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Empath * Communication * Translate * Sharing (One of the Arts) Gouache and metallic ink on 1957 Encyclopedia page Feminist Art and Contemporary Feminist / Geometric Abstraction / G...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Acrylic, Gouache, Magazine Paper

Not Just Beige
Located in Westport, CT
Selena Beaudry’s work is created by marking and cutting up drawings. This has led the artist to rediscovering her visual language. Her work consists of...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Linen, Paper, Acrylic, Gouache, Color Pencil

Flushing #1
Located in Westport, CT
Selena Beaudry’s work is created by marking and cutting up drawings. This has led the artist to rediscovering her visual language. Her work consists of...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Linen, Paper, Acrylic, Gouache, Color Pencil

Follow the Black rabbit - line drawing woman figure
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. The artwork were done with acrylic, ink and watercolor. The work are 11 by 15 inches in size. This is the "Many thoughts, one head" series. The series sta...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor

Argentinian Tango, Mixed Media Abstract Expressionist
Located in Soquel, CA
Argentinian Tango, Mixed Media Abstract Expressionist An abstract portrait in cool pastels accented in vibrant yellow and pink and lined in ink, by California-based artist, Ricardo ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Watercolor, Paper, Gouache

Abstract drawing n°17 by Julien Dinou - A4 size
Located in Geneva, CH
Drawing on paper without frame Size A4
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Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Oil Pastel

Abstract Composition - Drawing - Late 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Abstract Composition is a contemporary artwork realized by an anonymous artist in the late 20th Century. Watercolor on paper. Good conditions. The artwork is created through deft q...
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Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

Light Of Day, original art, impressionistic, abstract landscape art
Located in Deddington, GB
Light of Day by Janet Keith [2020] original acrylic paint on heavy watercolour paper Image size: H:100 cm x W:70 cm Complete Size of Unframed Work: H:100 cm x W:70 cm x D:0.10cm Sol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor

The Blossoming Freedom Tree - Drawing by Parimah Avani-2022
Located in Roma, IT
The Blossoming Freedom Tree is an original painting realized by Iranian Painter and Poet Parimah Avani in 2022. China ink and acrylic on ivory-colored Canson paper. Hand-sign...
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Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, India Ink, Acrylic

Abstract with Cats, Original Signed Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Work
Located in Boston, MA
Abstract with Cats, Original Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Work, 2019 8" x 10" (HxW) Ink and Watercolor on Paper Hand-signed by the artist. An abstract expressionist work fill...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Ink, Watercolor

Doble Standard 6. From The Series Doble Standard Series. Watercolor Painting
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Doble Standard 6, 2023 by James Bonachea From The Series Doble Standard Series Watercolor on cardboard Image size: 38 cm H x 26 cm W Unframed The more ...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor, Cardboard

Untitled (blue & red diamonds)
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Untitled (blue & red diamonds) Gouache on 1957 Encyclopedia page Feminist Art and Contemporary Feminist / Geometric Abstraction / Gestural Abstraction / ...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Gouache, Magazine Paper

Time (Measure & Passage Of)
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Time (Measure & Passage Of) Gouache and metallic ink on 1957 Encyclopedia page Feminist Art and Contemporary Feminist / Geometric Abstraction / Gestural Abstraction / Abstract Art ...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Acrylic, Gouache, Magazine Paper

Geometría fractal 2. The memory of narcissus series . Watercolor Painting
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Geometría fractal, 2019 by James Bonachea From The Series The memory of narcissus Watercolor on cardboard Image size: 70 cm H x 50 cm W Unframed This series of works stems from the...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor, Cardboard

La memoria de narciso 5. The memory of narcissus series Watercolor Painting
Located in Miami Beach, FL
La memoria de narciso 5, 2017 by James Bonachea From The Series The memory of narcissus Watercolor on cardboard Image size: 100 cm H x 70 cm W Unframed This series of works stems f...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor, Cardboard

Rhythm of Opposites: Gerhard Richter Style Abstract Expressionist Painting
Located in Hudson, NY
Gestural abstract painting on paper in pastel tones with accents of cobalt blue, green, magenta, and burnt sienna, underneath silver and gold metallic powders "The Rhythm of Opposite...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Enamel

GUIA USPS. Tracking, Drawing on paper From The Series Terms and Conditions
Located in Miami Beach, FL
GUIA USPS, 2021 (Framed) by Rodrigo Spinel From The Series Terms and Conditions 2.0 Chinese ink on Fabriano paper 250 g. Frame size: 52 cm H x 43 cm W x 4 cm D Image size: 32 cm H ...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, India Ink

Abstract Portrait of a Woman in Gouache on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Abstract Portrait of a Woman in Gouache on Paper A vibrant abstract portrait of a woman with raven black hair accented in bold red and yellow, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Gouache, Paper

GUIA DHL. Tracking. Drawing on paper From The Series Terms and Conditions
Located in Miami Beach, FL
GUIA DHL, 2021 (Framed) by Rodrigo Spinel From The Series Terms and Conditions 2.0 Chinese ink on Fabriano paper 250 g. Frame size: 52 cm H x 43 cm W x 4 cm D Image size: 32 cm H x...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, India Ink

GUIA FEDEX Tracking. Drawing on paper From The Series Terms and Conditions
Located in Miami Beach, FL
GUIA FEDEX, 2022 (Framed) by Rodrigo Spinel From The Series Terms and Conditions 2.0 Chinese ink on Fabriano paper 250 g. Frame size: 52 cm H x 43 cm W x 4 cm D Image size: 32 cm H...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, India Ink

Herbert Bayer. Stamp. Drawing on paper From The Series Terms and Conditions
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Herbert Bayer, 2022 (Framed) by Rodrigo Spinel From The Series Terms and Conditions 2.0 Chinese ink on Fabriano paper 250 g. Frame size: 52 cm H x 43 cm W x 4 cm D Image size: 32 c...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, India Ink

GUIA UPS. Stamp. Drawing on paper From The Series Terms and Conditions
Located in Miami Beach, FL
GUIA UPS, 2022 (Framed) by Rodrigo Spinel From The Series Terms and Conditions 2.0 Chinese ink on Fabriano paper 250 g. Frame size: 52 cm H x 43 cm W x 4 cm D Image size: 32 cm H x...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, India Ink

Abstract Color Field Composition in Watercolor on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Abstract Color Field Composition in Watercolor on Paper Bold abstract composition by Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Two rectangles of color sit vertically, with gray-pu...
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1980s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor, Paper

#2- intricate beige 3D abstract aerial landscape drawing with pulled paper fiber
Located in New York, NY
Finesse and delicateness are what best characterize Antonin Anzil’s artistic practice. Using a sharp tool to carefully pull the fiber of the paper from the front, the artist gives bi...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Archival Paper

Untitled, Kirsten Hawthorne
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Kirsten Hawthorne received her MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and she lives and works in New York City. Hawthorne is a master oil pastellist creating works on p...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Oil Pastel, Graphite

Untitled
By Dorothy Heller
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Untitled Watercolor on paper, 1990 Signed lower left corner Provenance: Gift of the Artist to one of hr patrons Distinguished Midwest Private Collection Conditi...
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1990s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

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