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Style: Post-War
The Forest
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A painting by Alexander Calder. "The Forest" is a Post-War abstract painting, gouache and ink on paper in bold colors of reds, blacks, yellows, and blues by artist Alexander Calder. The artwork is signed lower right, "Calder 72...
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Mid-20th Century Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Gouache

Abstract Scroll, Large Scale Mixed Media Watercolor Assemblage w Handmade Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Unique large scale mixed media assemblage featuring a three dimensional, textured handmade paper scroll unfurling to reveal an abstract expressionist watercolor painting with gold ac...
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Late 20th Century Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Felt, Acrylic, Watercolor, Handmade Paper

Tornado in Space
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A drawing by Alexander Calder. "Tornado in Space" is a Post-War abstract drawing, ink on paper in black and white by artist Alexander Calder. The artwork is s...
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Early 20th Century Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink

"Dune I" Watercolor on Paper Painting 10" x 12" in (1977) by Inji Efflatoun
Located in Culver City, CA
"Dune I" Watercolor on Paper Painting 10" x 12" in (1977) by Inji Efflatoun signed & dated Inji Eflatoun pursued free studies in art. Since 1942, she has participated in the exhibi...
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20th Century Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Archival Paper, Watercolor

"La Birula de Nenuca" The Bicycle of Nenuca - Original Watercolor Painting
Located in Soquel, CA
"La Birula de Nenuca" The Bicycle of Nenuca - Original Watercolor Painting. Contemporary surrealist painting by Marco Antonio Bustamante Underwood (Mexican, b. 1959 d. 2024). This c...
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1980s Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor

Original Abstract Portrait in Mixed Media on Paper I (1987)
Located in Soquel, CA
Original Abstract Portrait in Mixed Media on Paper I (1987) Example of 1980s vintage Latin American School abstract expressionist art of a minimalist portrait by California-based La...
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1980s Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Acrylic, Pastel, Watercolor, Pencil

Original Abstract Portrait in Mixed Media on Paper II (1987)
Located in Soquel, CA
Original Abstract Portrait in Mixed Media on Paper II (1987) Robert Azensky Fine Art Gallery is proud to present this gorgeous example of 1980...
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1980s Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Pastel, Acrylic, Watercolor, Pencil

"Robed Woman" Watercolor Painting 24" x 16" inch (1959) by Kawkab Youssef
Located in Culver City, CA
"Robed Woman" Watercolor Painting 24" x 16" inch (1959) by Kawkab Youssef Signed and dated 1959 A short history of Kawkab Youssef El-Assal: With a s...
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20th Century Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor

"New Mexico"
By Claude Bauret Allard
Located in Astoria, NY
Claude Bauret Allard (French, b. 1936), "New Mexico", Pastel on Paper, 1983, signed in pencil, titled, and dated to verso, unframed. 19" H x 26.25" W. Provenance: From a 35 East 75th...
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1980s Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Pastel

"Bathing Nude II" Watercolor Painting 24" x 17" inch (1959) by Kawkab Youssef
Located in Culver City, CA
"Bathing Nude II" Watercolor Painting 24" x 17" inch (1959) by Kawkab Youssef Signed and dated 1959 A short history of Kawkab Youssef El-Assal: With...
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20th Century Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor

"Seated Prisoner VI" Pencil on Paper Drawing 7.5" x 11" in by Inji Efflatoun
Located in Culver City, CA
"Seated Prisoner VI" Pencil on Paper Drawing 7.5" x 11" in by Inji Efflatoun Stamped From the "Prison Period" After transformative incident, Inji’s resolve to play a leading role ...
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20th Century Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Archival Paper, Pencil

"Upper Egypt Musician" Figurative Drawing 13 x 9 in (c. 1970) by Inji Efflatoun
Located in Culver City, CA
"Upper Egypt Musician" Figurative Drawing 13 x 9 in (c. 1970) by Inji Efflatoun Stamped Unique work. Inji Eflatoun pursued free studies in art. Since 19...
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20th Century Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Archival Paper, Pencil

Launching Station #1
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A color pencil and pigment work on paper by Post War artist Dennis Oppenheim. Signed lower right, "Dennis Oppenheim 1981". Provenance: General Electric Corporate Collection; Hea...
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1980s Post-War Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Color Pencil, Paper, Pigment

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"Au Marche" Inks on Paper 8" x 12" inch (1983) by Inji Efflatoun
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"Sarlat" Watercolor on Paper 16" x 12" inch (1985) by Inji Efflatoun
Located in Culver City, CA
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Phenomena Glide Prism
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Woman
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A work on paper by Willem de Kooning. "Woman" is an abstract, brush and ink, collage on paper by Post War artist Willem de Kooning. Signed in pencil, lower right, "de Kooning" Proven...
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Untitled
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Post-war abstract drawings and watercolors for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Post-War abstract drawings and watercolors available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 20th Century, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Inji EFFLATOUN, Alexander Calder, Richard Diebenkorn, and Dennis A. Oppenheim. Frequently made by artists working with Paper, and Archival Paper and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Post-War abstract drawings and watercolors, so small editions measuring 8 inches across are also available. Prices for abstract drawings and watercolors made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,309 and tops out at $230,000, while the average work sells for $11,000.

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