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Expressionist Mixed Media

EXPRESSIONIST STYLE

While “expressionist” is used to describe any art that avoids naturalism and instead employs a bold use of flattened forms and intense brushwork, Expressionist art formally describes early-20th-century work from Europe that drew on Symbolism and confronted issues such as urbanization and capitalism. Expressionist artists experimented in paintings and prints with skewed perspectives, abstraction and unconventional, bright colors to portray how isolating and anxious the world felt rather than how it appeared. 

Between 1905 and 1920, Austrian and German artists, in particular, were inspired by Postimpressionists such as Paul Gauguin and Vincent van Gogh in their efforts to strive for a new authenticity in their work. In its geometric patterns and decorative details, Expressionist art was also marked by eclectic sources like German and Russian folk art as well as tribal art from Africa and Oceania, which the movement’s practitioners witnessed at museums and world’s fairs.

Groups of artists came together to share and promote the themes now associated with Expressionism, such as Die Brücke (The Bridge) in Dresden, which included Erich Heckel, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff and investigated alienation and the dissolution of society in vivid color. In Munich, Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider), a group led by Wassily Kandinsky and Franz Marc, instilled Expressionism with a search for spiritual truths. In his iconic painting The Scream, prolific Norwegian painter Edvard Munch conveyed emotional turmoil through his depiction of environmental elements, such as the threatening sky.

Expressionism shifted around the outbreak of World War I, with artists using more elements of the grotesque in reaction to the escalation of unrest and violence. Printmaking was especially popular, as it allowed artists to widely disseminate works that grappled with social and political issues amid this time of upheaval. Although the art movement ended with the rise of Nazi Germany, where Expressionist creators were labeled “degenerate,” the radical ideas of these artists would influence Neo-Expressionism that emerged in the late 1970s with painters like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Francesco Clemente.

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Style: Expressionist
Sigura Bank
Sigura Bank

Sigura Bank

By Bernard Buffet

Located in OPOLE, PL

Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) - Sigura Bank Lithograph from 1981. Artsit's edition. On Arches paper. Dimensions of work: 71 x 53.5 cm. Hand signed. The work is in Excellent condit...

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1980s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Lithograph

Sumo
Sumo

Sumo

By Bernard Buffet

Located in OPOLE, PL

Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) - Sumo Lithograph from 1981. Artsit's edition. On Arches paper. Dimensions of work: 53.5 x 39 cm. Hand signed. The work is in Excellent condition.

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1980s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Lithograph

The great building in Tokyo
The great building in Tokyo

The great building in Tokyo

By Bernard Buffet

Located in OPOLE, PL

Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) - The great building in Tokyo Lithograph from 1981. Artsit's edition. On Arches paper. Dimensions of work: 53.5 x 39 cm. Hand signed. The work is in ...

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1980s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Lithograph

Mirabeau
Mirabeau

Mirabeau

By Bernard Buffet

Located in OPOLE, PL

Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) - Mirabeau Lithograph from 1977. The edition of 103/150. On Arches paper with watermark. Dimensions of work: 76 x 56 cm. Hand signed. The work is in E...

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1970s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Lithograph

The fountain or purification
The fountain or purification

The fountain or purification

By Bernard Buffet

Located in OPOLE, PL

Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) - The fountain or purification Lithograph from 1981. Artsit's edition. On Arches paper. Dimensions of work: 71 x 53.5 cm. Hand signed. The work is in...

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1980s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Lithograph

Voyage au Japon
Voyage au Japon

Voyage au Japon

By Bernard Buffet

Located in OPOLE, PL

Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) - Voyage au Japon Lithograph from 1981. Artsit's edition. On Arches paper. Dimensions of work: 53.5 x 39 cm. Hand signed. The work is in Excellent co...

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1980s Expressionist Mixed Media

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Lithograph

nudes with raspberries, Mixed Media on Paper
nudes with raspberries, Mixed Media on Paper

nudes with raspberries, Mixed Media on Paper

Located in Yardley, PA

My artwork is my emotions :: Mixed Media :: Expressionism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Signed: Yes ::...

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2010s Expressionist Mixed Media

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Mixed Media

"BAM!" Large Expressionistic Collage, Comic Art, Graphic, Graffiti, Pop, Urban
"BAM!" Large Expressionistic Collage, Comic Art, Graphic, Graffiti, Pop, Urban

"BAM!" Large Expressionistic Collage, Comic Art, Graphic, Graffiti, Pop, Urban

Located in Austin, TX

An energetic mixed-media collage that vibrates with chaos. The surface is a densely layered with found and distressed materials, including snippets of newspapers, vintage advertiseme...

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2010s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media, Acrylic, Canvas

Masked Elegance in Contemporary Threads 3 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Africa
Masked Elegance in Contemporary Threads 3 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Africa

Masked Elegance in Contemporary Threads 3 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Africa

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authent...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Coffee, Mixed Media

Masked Elegance in Contemporary Threads 2 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Africa
Masked Elegance in Contemporary Threads 2 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Africa

Masked Elegance in Contemporary Threads 2 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Africa

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authent...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Coffee, Mixed Media

Masked Elegance in Contemporary Threads 1 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Africa
Masked Elegance in Contemporary Threads 1 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Africa

Masked Elegance in Contemporary Threads 1 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Africa

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authent...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Coffee, Mixed Media

German Israeli Expressionist "Rooster" Batik Style Painting Print on Silk Fabric
German Israeli Expressionist "Rooster" Batik Style Painting Print on Silk Fabric

German Israeli Expressionist "Rooster" Batik Style Painting Print on Silk Fabric

By Jacob Pins

Located in Surfside, FL

Jacob Otto Pins (17 January 1917 – 4 December 2005) was a German-born Israeli woodcut artist and art collector, particularly of Japanese prints and paintings. Jacob Pins was born in Höxter, Germany, the son of Dr Leo Pins, a veterinarian, and his wife Ida Lipper. He immigrated to Palestine in 1936 to study art. His father tried to discourage him from becoming an artist for financial reasons. Pins' younger brother, Rudolph, (1920-2016) moved to the United States in 1934. His father was sent to Buchenwald. In July 1944, both parents died in the Riga ghetto. Pins first lived on a kibbutz, which was disbanded in 1941. He moved to Jerusalem and studied woodcut and linocut under woodcut master and painter Jacob Steinhardt, also a German immigrant, at his small private school. He lived in poverty in a tiny room, subsisting on a meagre diet. He continued his studies at the new Bezalel Academy of Art and Design. Pins was married to Elsa, the subject of a number of his prints. They had no children. Pins bought his first Oriental print in 1945, and acquired a house on Ethiopia Street, opposite the Ethiopian church, where he lived for the rest of his life. He continued collecting until his death and was one of Israel's foremost art collectors. His book on Japanese Pillar Prints, Hashira-e is the definitive work on the subject. Pins died in Jerusalem in December 2005. Pins' artwork was heavily influenced by German expressionism and traditional Japanese wood block printing. From 1956 to 1977, he taught at Israel's leading art schools, most notably Bezalel, where he later became a professor. He was known as a demanding teacher, emphasizing strong technical skills and discipline. In the 1950s, Pins helped to found the Jerusalem Artists' House, a centre for the city's artists to meet and exhibit. Legacy Pins' extensive collection of Japanese woodprints...

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20th Century Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Silk, Ink

The Holy Diver - Framed Figurative Textural Swimmer Painting
The Holy Diver - Framed Figurative Textural Swimmer Painting

The Holy Diver - Framed Figurative Textural Swimmer Painting

By Giuseppe Beddru

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Reminiscent of the Fauvist movement and Italian classicism, Italian artist Giuseppe Beddru’s bold outlines, dynamic brushstrokes and contrasting use of color make his work visually e...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Plexiglass, Ink, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Tight Corner 2
Tight Corner 2

Kehinde OyafajoTight Corner 2, 2022

$2,240Sale Price|20% Off

Tight Corner 2

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

The artwork titled "Tight Corner" features a man and woman looking at each other in a romantic way, with a smile on their faces. This piece of art is a beautiful representation of lo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Inner Joy
Inner Joy

Kehinde OyafajoInner Joy, 2022

$2,240Sale Price|20% Off

Inner Joy

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

The artwork "Inner Joy" portrays a lady sitting in a relaxed position with a peaceful smile on her face. This piece of art speaks volumes about the importance of finding inner happin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Ogbontarigi Obinrin (Extraordinary Woman)
Ogbontarigi Obinrin (Extraordinary Woman)

Ogbontarigi Obinrin (Extraordinary Woman)

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

"Ogbontarigi Obinrin (Extraordinary Woman)" is a captivating artwork crafted by the talented Abiola Olabamiji. This masterpiece celebrates the essence...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic

Egg Dancers. Male and Female nude figures black background red tones dark humor
Egg Dancers. Male and Female nude figures black background red tones dark humor

Egg Dancers. Male and Female nude figures black background red tones dark humor

By Stephen Basso

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mixed media on red toned archival paper signed and dated bottom left. Part of the artist series of egg walkers/ dancers. Playful twist on psychological theme ABOUT Stephen Basso St...

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Early 2000s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Pastel, Gouache, Archival Paper

Melanated Queen
Melanated Queen

Melanated Queen

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

"Melanated Queen" is more than just a painting; it's a tribute to the beauty that resides within melanin-rich individuals and an homage to the resilience of African queens throughout history. Odetomi expertly captures the essence of this woman, her features exuding confidence and pride. The warm, earthy tones used to depict her skin convey a sense of strength and natural beauty, while the rose flower ribbon symbolizes femininity and grace. The woman's posture in the painting is a testament to the empowerment of women, especially women of color. Her regal posture and unyielding gaze project an aura of self-assuredness, breaking free from the limiting stereotypes that have plagued the representation of African women in art for centuries. Odetomi's brushstrokes artfully depict the subtle yet powerful transformation of vulnerability into strength, revealing the queen-like qualities present within every woman. Central to the artwork is the rose flower ribbon adorning the woman's hair. The rose has long been associated with love, beauty, and passion, and its presence here infuses the painting with a sense of romance and elegance. Moreover, the rose flower ribbon serves as a symbol of the interconnectedness between nature and the woman's identity. It highlights the harmony she shares with the world around her, as well as her ability to nurture and cultivate beauty in her surroundings. Abayomi Odetomi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Fabric, Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Figures in a landscape
Figures in a landscape

Figures in a landscape

By Erik Scholz

Located in Norwich, GB

A rare, very poetic figurative work by Eric Scholz, dating from the 1980s. Scholz was a Hungarian artist who trained at the Academy of Fine Arts in Budapest. He was awarded the pre...

Category

1980s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media, Masonite

Phantom of the Brotherhood
Phantom of the Brotherhood

Phantom of the Brotherhood

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

"Phantom of the Brotherhood" describes the hoax of the reality of man and his flowers. At the center of his burdens, accomplishments, and rest; mostly his brothers dare to acknowledge his weight and the burden he bore. Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria. This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery) About Artist: Born in Lagos (Nigeria) in 1994 and based in Abeokuta, Nigeria. Eniafe Gbenga...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Pencil

Who Knows One (Passover), Large Tapestry Rug by Shlomo Katz
Who Knows One (Passover), Large Tapestry Rug by Shlomo Katz

Who Knows One (Passover), Large Tapestry Rug by Shlomo Katz

By Shlomo Katz

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: after Shlomo Katz, Polish/Israeli (1937 - 1992) Title: Who Knows One (Passover) Year: 2000 Medium: Woolen Carpet Tapestry, signature in the cache Size: 120 x 95 in. (304.8 x ...

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Early 2000s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Tapestry, Wool

Duduyemi
Duduyemi

Kehinde OyafajoDuduyemi, 2022

$2,240Sale Price|20% Off

Duduyemi

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

"Duduyemi" captures the enduring resilience that black women possess in the face of adversity. The artwork depicts a black woman with a serene expression, exuding strength and grace....

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Believe 2
Believe 2

Eyitayo Alagbe Believe 2, 2022

$3,800Sale Price|20% Off

Believe 2

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

"Believe" is an original painting created by Eyitayo Alagbe. Eyitayo created "Beleive" with Mixed Media on a Primed canvas of 36W by 36H Inches Believe is a masterpiece that deserves to be celebrated. It is a powerful artwork that embodies the spirit of hope and faith that we so desperately need in these trying times. At its core, Believe is a symbol of optimism and perseverance. The artwork features a stunningly intricate image of a young boy, set against a backdrop of calming blue tones, the boy stands tall and proud, representing the resilience and strength that we all possess within us. The beauty of this artwork lies not only in its design but in its message. Believe is a reminder that we should never give up on our dreams, no matter how impossible they may seem. It encourages us to trust ourselves and to have faith in the path that we have chosen. It is not just an artist's interpretation of life, it is a positive force that inspires us to look at the world with a new perspective. Believe conveys that life has an amazing power to heal our system and rejuvenate our spirits. In today's world, where negativity and despair seem to be taking over, Believe is a beacon of hope. Its message is simple yet profound: we are capable of overcoming any obstacle if we believe in ourselves and never give up. The fact that Believe has managed to touch so many lives is a testament to its worth. It is not just a piece of art, but a timeless masterpiece that has the potential to inspire people for generations to come. In describing the painting "Believe", In Eyitayo Alagbe's words: "And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don't believe in magic will never find it. Believe in your heart that you're meant to live a life full of passion, purpose, magic, and miracles". Your belief and working towards what you believe in can make so much difference between the life you are living and the life you desire. In conclusion, Believe is a true masterpiece that is both beautiful and meaningful. It's not for mere decoration, it's a source of inspiration for life. Its message is a reminder to us all that we have the strength within...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Charcoal, Acrylic

Mixed Media Collage, "View of Mt. Miguel"
Mixed Media Collage, "View of Mt. Miguel"

Mixed Media Collage, "View of Mt. Miguel"

Located in San Diego, CA

This is a one of a kind mixed media collage by southern California artist, Susan Osborn. Its dimensions are 30"x40". It is unframed. A certificate of authenticity will follow deliver...

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2010s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Mixed Media Collage, "Midnight Walk"
Mixed Media Collage, "Midnight Walk"

Mixed Media Collage, "Midnight Walk"

Located in San Diego, CA

This is a one of a kind mixed media collage by southern California artist, Susan Osborn. Its dimensions are 32"x41". It is unframed. A certificate of authenticity will follow deliver...

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2010s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

I Love You, Abstract Mixed Media Portrait by Wayne Ensrud
I Love You, Abstract Mixed Media Portrait by Wayne Ensrud

I Love You, Abstract Mixed Media Portrait by Wayne Ensrud

By Wayne Ensrud

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Wayne Ensrud, American (1934 - ) Title: I Love You Year: circa 1970 Medium: Marker and Collage, signed l.r. Size: 18 in. x 14 in. (45.72 cm x 35.56...

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1970s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Mixed Media, Permanent Marker

Dragon's Dream, Original Painting
Dragon's Dream, Original Painting

Dragon's Dream, Original Painting

By Gary Leonard

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A red-haired woman tilts her face toward the light, revealing a striking side profile. Bold washes of abstract color echo her presence, while an intricate dra...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Fragmented, Original Painting
Fragmented, Original Painting

Fragmented, Original Painting

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A figure emerges from a striking blend of bold colors, teetering on the edge of abstraction. Muted grays emphasize the splashes of orange and blue. Artist Gai...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Red and Gold, Original Painting
Red and Gold, Original Painting

Red and Gold, Original Painting

By Yelena Sidorova

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Red and gold poppies burst from a purple vase, their vibrant hues contrasting sharply with deep green leaves and a similarly toned background. Yelena Sidorova...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Born to Give, Original Painting
Born to Give, Original Painting

Born to Give, Original Painting

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A juniper stands against a vivid background, its branches stretching outward with lush foliage. The colorful shapes in the background evoke a sense of vitality. Artist Dafni Milan...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Infinite, Original Painting
Infinite, Original Painting

Infinite, Original Painting

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Bright colors and abstract forms frame a tree. The contrasting background of purples, pinks, and greens highlights the twisting branches and lush foliage. The circular shapes represent the cycle of life and death. Artist Dafni Milan...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Grounded, Original Painting
Grounded, Original Painting

Grounded, Original Painting

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A gnarled trunk stands prominently against an abstract winter landscape. The rich purples, pinks, and yellows create an energetic and surreal atmosphere. The artwork evokes the resilience of trees; they remain strong and continue growing even in harsher seasons. Artist Dafni Milan...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Moonlit Blossoms, Original Painting
Moonlit Blossoms, Original Painting

Moonlit Blossoms, Original Painting

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A leafless tree stretches its branches toward a vibrant, swirling sky. Daisies bloom on the ground while lotus flowers scatter across the scene. A luminous mo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Rays of Love, Original Painting
Rays of Love, Original Painting

Rays of Love, Original Painting

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Colorful leaves surround a tree with white rays peeking from behind. The detailed trunk contrasts with the leaves and the background's vibrant strokes. The artwork evokes the sun's warmth, inspiring an overwhelming feeling of love. Artist Dafni Milan created the piece using acrylic and oil paint, incorporating sketches from her studio collaged into the background.


About the Artist
Artist Dafni Milan creates mixed-media paintings that embody her passion for freedom and individuality. “My artwork has a lot of symbolism and personal meaning,” says Dafni. She believes in staying true to oneself, even if it means challenging societal norms, a belief that is deeply reflected in her work. Growing up in a family of artists and attending the art school her parents founded, Dafni developed her artistic talents from a young age. Now residing in Arizona with her husband, she paints in a well-lit bedroom she calls her sanctuary. Outside the studio, Dafni leads an active lifestyle, enjoying horse riding, spending time with her dogs, and exploring the outdoors.


Words that describe this painting: tree, sun, sunshine, mark making, collage, colorful, sunshine, expressionism, nature, mixed media artwork, green


Rays of Love...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

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Mixed Media

"Breakfast in Merida (Homage to Carmen Miranda), " Wool Tapestry by Joan Summers
"Breakfast in Merida (Homage to Carmen Miranda), " Wool Tapestry by Joan Summers

"Breakfast in Merida (Homage to Carmen Miranda), " Wool Tapestry by Joan Summers

By Joan Ward Summers

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Breakfast in Merida (Homage to Carmen Miranda)" is an original woven wool tapestry with velvet fruit by Joan Ward Summers. It is a decorative tableau which displays a background pat...

Category

1980s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Tapestry, Wool, Found Objects

Sunflowers in Green Vase, Original Painting
Sunflowers in Green Vase, Original Painting

Sunflowers in Green Vase, Original Painting

By Yelena Sidorova

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A vibrant bouquet of sunflowers bursts with color, their golden petals and rich brown centers contrasting sharply against a deep green vase. A lively backgrou...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Judgment Hour

Judgment Hour

By Robert Flemming & Mizin Shin

Located in Buffalo, NY

An original mixed media, Photo Etching, Aquatint, Drypoint on paper by the collaboration of two artists, Robert Flemming and Mizin Shin. This piece entitled Judgment Hour measure ...

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2010s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Mixed Media, Drypoint, Etching, Aquatint, Photogram

Faces, Expression, Depicting Calmness Serenity, Mixed Media, Sekhar Kar"In Stock"
Faces, Expression, Depicting Calmness Serenity, Mixed Media, Sekhar Kar"In Stock"

Faces, Expression, Depicting Calmness Serenity, Mixed Media, Sekhar Kar"In Stock"

By Sekhar Kar

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Re. the works : These are a set of 9 works of size 14 x 11 inches ( unframed work size ) . To get the best out of them we recommend placing them together in interesting ways . Few ...

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2010s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Mixed Media

Hearts on Her Sleeve, Original Painting
Hearts on Her Sleeve, Original Painting

Hearts on Her Sleeve, Original Painting

By Colette Wirz Nauke

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist Colette Wirz Nauke explores mixed media and freestyle designs in this portrait. The lady exudes a stoic grace, with patterns of heart embellishing her ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Portrait of A Young Woman Work On Paper
Portrait of A Young Woman Work On Paper

Portrait of A Young Woman Work On Paper

By Alexander Rutsch

Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL

Young Model II Expressionist Portrait Rutsch is always "scribbling and scrabbling." He is an artist of the purest breed—an artist who has no choice but to paint. He is a chosen traveler of the depths of existence; a man who follows a longing to explore his inner self and relate his findings with the energy and identity of the universe. The celebrated Austrian artist approaches painting and sculpture as he lives life—with the eyes of a child and the hand of a poet. Constantly in the quest for rhythms of form and vibrations of color, he catches those "sparks in the shadow" and evidences their fullest reality and beauty in his creations. Each of his paintings is a careful construction as it is a spontaneous act of love. While he might attribute certain artistic expressions to "coincidence," his inspiration comes from such diverse sources as: memories, dreams, sounds, numbers, telephone poles and drift wood. Rutsch has an affinity to vibrant colors, strong contours and rich brush strokes which are apparent in his oils, mixed media works and ink drawings. He has a sensitivity to the unusual, the discarded and a fondness for the ugly as well as the chaotic. These, he often transforms into poignant welded steel abstractions. Rutsch has an aversion to politics, citing dates and expounding upon honors achieved. There is no talk about 'profound symbolism' in his work and as Carlo McCormick writes in the introduction to Rutsch's monograph, "Meaning is not a seed that Rutsch plants, nurtures and then harvests. It is what grows wild in a volcanic swamp of fossilized, decaying and new-born fancies—as an afterthought and aftershock." Alexander Rutsch is not concerned with interpretations; he is, however, passionate about the process of making art and surrenders his entire being as an instrument to the act of creation. The geometry of his imagination overflows with figures, profiles and penetrating strong eyes—windows to a deeper place. Their vitality and sensuality pulsate through the "dreamscapes" of Rutsch's created worlds. At times romantic, yet always wild with energy, human forms and experiences are essential to the artist's vocabulary. The son of opera singers and a singer himself, Rutsch speaks of "the art of painting as the art of silence" and the job of the painter "to dedicate himself to the silence." He adds though, "that this silence is the greatest existing sound in the universe." One wonders why then, if painting is "the art of silence," that Rutsch's paintings scream with sound. Sometimes melancholy, sometimes sensual, sometimes dissonant and sometimes whispering, the rhythms are always rich in the celebration of life and our shared humanity. Painter, sculptor and poet, Rutsch's oeuvre over the past four decades is tremendous. Celebrated and collected especially in Vienna, Paris, Brussels and New York, he studied with renowned teachers like Boeckl and Dorowsky and collaborated with such geniuses as Salvador Dali. Having left Vienna in the fifties, Rutsch moved to Paris and took the city's art scene by storm. There, Picasso was so enthralled with a portrait Rutsch has done of him that, in a state of great excitement, he countersigned it. Biography Alexander Rutsch was born in Russia in 1916 but raised in Belgrade, Yugoslavia. After studying voice in Austria he became an opera singer like his parents, but after WWII, Rutsch's love for visual expression propelled him to change careers. He was a painter, sculptor, philosopher, musician, singer and poet. His life as a romantic is reflected in his work, as he sought to perfect his soul and humanity, "I paint my dreams," said Rutsch. "My dreams are color and life. They soar in my head like millions of symphonies. I can never stop building dreams." In 1952, after studying under Josef Dobrowsky, Josef Hoffmann and Herbert Boeckl at the Vienna Academy of Fine Arts, Alexander Rutsch received a scholarship to study in France. There he made contacts and began collaborations with his contemporaries, Picasso and Dali. Rutsch said of his experiences with Picasso, "Picasso played a short but important moment in my life in Paris that affected my entire artistic future. I learned from him that it is not important if art is not aesthetically finished. It can be raw, uncooked, rough. If an artist feels he has said it—it is not important to polish or finish it. Because of Picasso, I learned that if I don't feel the need to finish—I don't have to." In 1954 he exhibited his work at the Salon Artistique International de Saceux and won first prize for abstract painting, the first of may awards received during his prolific career. During the 13 years he lived in Paris, Rutsch exhibited in many prominent galleries there and throughout Europe. In 1958, The City of Paris awarded him the prestigious Arts, Science and Letters Silver Medal. In 1966, Jean Desvilles presented his prize winning film "Le Monde de Rutsch" at the Cannes Film Festival and the Venice Biennial. In 1968 Rutsch moved to Pelham, New York where he continued to work in his studio and exhibit in galleries and museums worldwide. Rutsch's work, as seen through his mastery of many art forms—sculpture, painting, print-making, and drawing, and a wide variety of other media has been described as "vibrating showers of lines, bold geometries, wounded anatomically rambling scrap-wood skeletons...

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1980s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Charcoal, Oil Pastel, Watercolor

The Stone Garden
The Stone Garden

The Stone Garden

By Bernard Buffet

Located in OPOLE, PL

Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) - The Stone Garden Lithograph from 1981. Artsit's edition. On Arches paper. Dimensions of work: 71 x 53.5 cm. Hand signed. The work is in Excellent c...

Category

1980s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Lithograph

The deer in Nara - Sorlier
The deer in Nara - Sorlier

The deer in Nara - Sorlier

By Bernard Buffet

Located in OPOLE, PL

Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) - The deer in Nara - Sorlier Lithograph from 1981. Artsit's edition. On Arches paper. Dimensions of work: 71 x 53.5 cm. Hand signed. The work is in E...

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1980s Expressionist Mixed Media

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Lithograph

Temple To-ji, Kyoto
Temple To-ji, Kyoto

Temple To-ji, Kyoto

By Bernard Buffet

Located in OPOLE, PL

Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) - Temple To-ji,Kyoto Lithograph from 1981. Artsit's edition. On Arches paper. Dimensions of work: 71 x 53.5 cm. Hand signed. The work is in Excellent...

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1980s Expressionist Mixed Media

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Lithograph

Japanese girl with flowery hairstyle
Japanese girl with flowery hairstyle

Japanese girl with flowery hairstyle

By Bernard Buffet

Located in OPOLE, PL

Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) - Japanese girl with flowery hairstyle Lithograph from 1981. Artsit's edition. On Arches paper. Dimensions of work: 53.5 x 39 cm. Hand signed. The wo...

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1980s Expressionist Mixed Media

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Lithograph

"This is Not a Tree, " Mixed Media on Canvas, 2022
"This is Not a Tree, " Mixed Media on Canvas, 2022

"This is Not a Tree, " Mixed Media on Canvas, 2022

By Bruno Surdo

Located in Chicago, IL

Chicago-based fine art painter Bruno A. Surdo is classically trained in drawing and oil painting in the tradition of Renaissance masters. With strong command of the human form, Surdo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media, Acrylic

Matron 1, Mixed Media on Paper

Matron 1, Mixed Media on Paper

By Veronica Dragnef

Located in Yardley, PA

Matron 1 :: Mixed Media :: Expressionism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Signed: Yes :: Signature Locati...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

GIVERNY IN GOLD
GIVERNY IN GOLD

GIVERNY IN GOLD

By James Coleman

Located in Aventura, FL

Original mixed media painting on canvas. Hand signed on front; signed, dated and titled on verso by James Coleman. Canvas size 8 x 24 inches. Frame size...

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2010s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media

LOERA NEBULA, Mixed Media on Wood Panel
LOERA NEBULA, Mixed Media on Wood Panel

LOERA NEBULA, Mixed Media on Wood Panel

By Tiffani Buteau

Located in Yardley, PA

LOERA NEBULA is an 8x8 square piece that Tiffani made using her iconic holographic resin layering painting technique. This piece gives the blackness of space center stage, hitting yo...

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2010s Expressionist Mixed Media

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Mixed Media

LILY REFLECTIONS
LILY REFLECTIONS

James ColemanLILY REFLECTIONS, 2011

$2,640Sale Price|40% Off

LILY REFLECTIONS

By James Coleman

Located in Aventura, FL

Original mixed media painting on canvas. Hand signed on front; signed and titled on verso by the artist. Canvas is stretched. Artwork is in excellent condition. Certificate of authe...

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2010s Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media

THE PARTY
THE PARTY

David SchlussTHE PARTY, 1993

$3,000Sale Price|25% Off

THE PARTY

By David Schluss

Located in Aventura, FL

Original mixed media on paper. Hand signed on front by the artist. Framed. Additional images available upon request. Studio Certificate of authenticity included. Artwork in excellen...

Category

Late 20th Century Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Mixed Media

Expressionist mixed media for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Expressionist mixed media available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add mixed media created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, purple and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including James Coleman, Jodi Dann, Angelo Canevari, and Daniel Oguche Junior. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Mixed Media and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Expressionist mixed media, so small editions measuring 5 inches across are also available. Prices for mixed media 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 $150 and tops out at $47,000, while the average work sells for $2,200.