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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
Destiny - Large Textural Original Black and White Gestural Abstraction Painting
Destiny - Large Textural Original Black and White Gestural Abstraction Painting

Destiny - Large Textural Original Black and White Gestural Abstraction Painting

By Gail Titus

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Arizona artist Gail Titus paints vibrant abstract compositions in acrylic on canvas with a focus on texture and color. The geometric planes of her artworks and the texture in her movements are boldly hatched in contours of energetic brushstrokes. She sends the viewer on a journey of discovery across the painted surface to continually re-discover the the depth of hue, composition, and dimension. This large one-of-a-kind dynamic and textural painting is 60 inches high by 48 inches wide. It is wired and ready to hang. The sides of this expressive abstract artwork are painted as a continuation of the front. It does not require framing. It is signed and titled by the artist on the back. Free local Los Angeles area delivery and free professional installation in the local Los Angeles area is included, including placement and hardware. Affordable Continental U.S. and worldwide shipping is available. A certificate of authenticity issued by the art gallery is included. After working as a ceramic artist for more than twenty years creating wall sculptures and commissioned installation work, Gail Titus has been focusing more extensively into pursuing her long time interest in abstract painting. Her detailed studies of abstract painting techniques lead Gail Titus to develop works on canvas using acrylic paint and a carefully chosen mix of unconventional tools and techniques. The primary focus has been on surface development and exploring textures. Her artworks have been acquired by corporations and private collectors throughout the United States, Canada and Australia. They have been featured on hit TV shows such as "The Catch" on ABC. Artspace Warehouse has been representing and exhibiting Gail Titus' original artworks since 2017. The gallery has been a 1stdibs partner since 2014 with consistently excellent reviews from clients worldwide. The gallery exhibits a large selection of affordable original artworks from established and emerging international artists with diverse backgrounds at high standards. Artspace Warehouse is known to provide accurate descriptions, images, reliable services, communication, and delivery. REPRESENTATION Artspace Warehouse Los Angeles EXHIBITIONS 2022 The Unknown Nature of Being, Tubac Center of the Arts, Tubac, AZ 2021 Surfing Madonna Save the Ocean, Escondido Municipal Gallery, Escondido, CA Mission Valley Artwalk @ Little Italy, San Diego, CA Twenty Women Artists: NOW - Oceanside Museum of Art, Oceanside, CA 2020 20/20: Twenty Women of Vision, Fresh Paint Gallery, San Diego, CA 2019 OMA Artist Alliance: Creative License,- Sparks Gallery, San Diego, CA The First Artist’s Invitational, Swift Gallery, San Diego, CA Mission Federal Artwalk @ Little Italy, San Diego, CA Artwalk @ Liberty Station, San Diego, CA 2018 Informal Languages, Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles Prom Dress: Seventeen on Being 17, Cannon Gallery, Carlsbad, CA 2017 Featured Artist Exhibition, SACCA, Tucson, AZ Pop Futurism and Abstraction, Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA 2010 Abstract Paintings, Ventana Canyon, Ventana medical Systems, Inc, Tucson, AZ 2007 hand + spirit + art, Tohono Chul, Tucson, AZ The Practice of Abstract Painting, The Drawing Studio, Tucson, AZ 2000 Crosscurrents, The Gallery at the Tucson International Airport, Tucson, AZ 1997 Art Spirit, Shemer Art Center, Phoenix, AZ Desert Reflections, Ironwood Gallery, Arizona-Sonoran Desert Museum, Tucson AZ 1996 Two person show, Tucson Jewish Community Center Fine Art Gallery, Tucson AZ From Earth to Art, Pink Adobe Gallery, Tucson, AZ 1995 Designer Showcase ’95, Tucson Museum of Art and ASID, Tucson, AZ 1993 Four Person Exhibit, After Image Gallery, Silver City, NM Alumni Show, WMNU McCray Gallery, Silver City, NM SACA Show, Desert Artisans Gallery, Tucson, AZ 1992 WNMU McCray Gallery, Silver City, NM All Fired Up, Impressions Gallery, Tucson, AZ 1991 Southern AZ Clay Artists, Impressions Gallery, Tucson, AZ 1988 Graduate Show, WNMU McCray Gallery, Silver City, NM AWARDS 2022 The Unknown Nature of Being, Best of Show Award 2010 Ventana Canyon Abstract Paintings, Honorable Mention 1997 Desert Reflections, Honorable Mention 1993 Southern AZ Clay Artists, Cash Award 1992 WNMU Miller Library Permanent Collection, Purchase Award COLLECTIONS USC Fisher Museum of Art permanent collection, Los Angeles, CA WNMU Miller Library permanent collection, Silver City, NM Law Office of Jojene Mills, Tucson, AZ Karp and Weiss, Tucson, AZ Farrell and Bromile, Tucson, AZ Crescent Real Estate, Fort Worth, TX Gavi Italian Restaurant Corporation, Tucson, AZ Myerscoff Restaurant Corporation, Inc., Charleston, IL Numerous Private Collections INSTALLATIONS 2006 Ceramic Installation, Ford Elementary School, TUSD,Tucson, AZ 2005 Ceramic Installation and Painted Mural, Gavi Italian Restaurant, Tucson AZ 2005 Ceramic Installation, Private Residence, Tucson AZ 2004 Ceramic Installation, Ochoa Elementary School, TUSD, Tucson, AZ MEDIA COVERAGE 2021 Interview, CBS Channel 8, San Diego PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Time for Women Artists, San Diego, CA American Women Artists, Chesterfield, MA EDUCATION 2018 Paulette Warner workshop, Tucson, AZ 2017-22 Pen and Ink, Athenaeum, La Jolla, CA 2008-11 Metalsmith Coursework, Pima Community College, Tucson AZ 2003-10 Drawing Studio, Abstract Painting, Tucson, AZ 1990-00 Graduate coursework in art, University of AZ and WNMU 1999 Paula Rice workshop, Tucson, AZ 1997 Frank Boydon workshop, Phoenix, AZ 1996 Akio Takamori, Phoenix, AZ 1996 Wayne Higby...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Contemporary Abstract Oriental Signed Painting
Contemporary Abstract Oriental Signed Painting

Contemporary Abstract Oriental Signed Painting

By Kozo Inoue

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful contemporary abstract signed painting Series of 4 canvas assembled to form a single painting signed Kozo Inoue dated 1974 This painting, never before on the market, comes f...

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Mid-20th Century Abstract More Art

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Canvas, Oil

Pause, Oil Painting
Pause, Oil Painting

Pause, Oil Painting

By Lisa Nielsen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
More and more I love to experiment with abstraction. It's amazing how realism with some abstraction somehow looks more true than when rendered using just real...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Oil

New York Misses You Too, Oil Painting
New York Misses You Too, Oil Painting

New York Misses You Too, Oil Painting

By Onelio Marrero

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
"The source of inspiration for this painting came as I was walking in Manhattan in the rain," says artist Onelio Marrero. "This street is based on 8th Avenue ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

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Oil

Synthesism I - Large Oversized Expressive Bold Meditative Painting on Canvas
Synthesism I - Large Oversized Expressive Bold Meditative Painting on Canvas

Synthesism I - Large Oversized Expressive Bold Meditative Painting on Canvas

By Jason DeMeo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Abstract minimalist artist Jason DeMeo presents a collection of artworks designed to engage viewers in a meditative experience, drawing them closer to the enduring ideals of truth, b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Mixed Media, Cotton Canvas, Spray Paint

Glaciers - Large Original Ice Blue and Green Abstract Contemporary Artwork
Glaciers - Large Original Ice Blue and Green Abstract Contemporary Artwork

Glaciers - Large Original Ice Blue and Green Abstract Contemporary Artwork

By Clara Berta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Clara Berta’s acrylic and mixed-media paintings blend texture and color to create harmony, mystery, and depth on the painted surface. Her paintings transform spaces into Zen environm...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

"Abstract With Pink and Teal" large-scale oil painting, pastel colors, amorphous
"Abstract With Pink and Teal" large-scale oil painting, pastel colors, amorphous

"Abstract With Pink and Teal" large-scale oil painting, pastel colors, amorphous

By Darius Yektai

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

A large scale oil painting - totally abstract, non representational. Largely pink, and blue, with pops of assorted colors peaking up from beneath. Thickly painted globs of paint are ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Linen, Oil

Limits, Abstract Painting
Limits, Abstract Painting

Limits, Abstract Painting

By Leslie Ann Butler

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
This abstract painting uses minimal components to evoke a sense of calm and clarity. The touch of gold leaf adds warmth and richness, contrasting with the stark...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Acrylic

Mixed Water Lilies Spotted Sunlight, Oil Painting
Mixed Water Lilies Spotted Sunlight, Oil Painting

Mixed Water Lilies Spotted Sunlight, Oil Painting

By Onelio Marrero

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist Onelio Marrero spends much of his summers happily gardening and caring for his pond. There are also several others within walking distance from his hom...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Oil

"Wild Thing"; an Abstract Acrylic Painting with Vibrant Reds, Oranges and Blues
"Wild Thing"; an Abstract Acrylic Painting with Vibrant Reds, Oranges and Blues

"Wild Thing"; an Abstract Acrylic Painting with Vibrant Reds, Oranges and Blues

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

This abstract acrylic painting on canvas by Doug Bauer uses bright, vibrant hues in combination with neutrals that create a work both stimulating and calming simultaneously. The red ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Magic City; An Abstract Acrylic Painting on Canvas with Bright Reds, Royal Blues
Magic City; An Abstract Acrylic Painting on Canvas with Bright Reds, Royal Blues

Magic City; An Abstract Acrylic Painting on Canvas with Bright Reds, Royal Blues

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

In this abstract acrylic painting on canvas by Doug Bauer, vibrant yellows are highlighted by bright royal blues. The warmth of the pop of rich orange-reds contrast with the lighter,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Counting the Days - Tranquil Colorful Blue and Brown Abstract Painting
Counting the Days - Tranquil Colorful Blue and Brown Abstract Painting

Counting the Days - Tranquil Colorful Blue and Brown Abstract Painting

By Julie Naima

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The original artworks by Canadian artist Julie Naima feature visually appealing abstract compositions with organic shapes that evoke a sense of tranquility and serenity. The harmonious interplay of a few carefully selected colors, and their varied shades, create a nuanced visual experience that is both calming and invigorating. Crafted in a contemporary and modern style, her paintings are infused with a touch of refinement and artistic flair. The use of organic shapes creates a sense of natural flow and movement, while the balanced color palette adds a level of sophistication to the overall design. This one-of-a-kind abstract painting on canvas measures 48 inches in height and 40 inches in width. The sides of the artwork are thoughtfully painted in a complementary shade of blue, eliminating the need for framing and creating a cohesive, finished look. The painting is wired and ready to hang, making it a hassle-free addition to any wall. It's signed by the artist on both the side and back, adding an extra touch of authenticity and value. Free delivery is available for those in the local Los Angeles area, and affordable worldwide shipping is available for US and international art collectors. A certificate of authenticity issued by the art gallery is included with the artwork, ensuring that the piece is an authentic work of art from Julie Naima. Julie Naima is an accomplished artist originally from Montreal, Canada, who currently resides in a tranquil rural town, removed from the frenetic pace of city life. Her creative process is characterized by experimentation, having explored various techniques and media, such as fluid paints, flowy inks, epoxy resin, collage, and mixed media. However, Naima has since returned to exclusively working with acrylics on canvas, with a particular focus on color. Through this dedication, Naima has discovered that colorful abstract art, imbued with positive emotions and good intentions, is what resonates most with her. Naima's impressive body of work can be found in many private collections across Canada, Europe, Australia, and the United States, attesting to the universality of her artistic vision. Her unique use of color and form imbues her abstract works with a sense of energy and dynamism, evoking a wide range of emotions in viewers. REPRESENTATION: Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, USA EXHIBITIONS 2023 Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA 2022 ARTWRK Gallery, Canada Square Foot Show, Online 2020 Solo Show, Forena Spa, St-Bruno-de-Montarville, Canada Solo Show, Crystal Hotel...

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2010s Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

May Wildflowers, Oil Painting
May Wildflowers, Oil Painting

May Wildflowers, Oil Painting

By David Forks

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist David Forks depicts a warm and sunny meadow filled with wildflowers, cacti, and trees from the northeastern region of San Antonio, Texas. "May finds fi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Oil

Arrival To Earth - Colorful Abstract Floral Painting
Arrival To Earth - Colorful Abstract Floral Painting

Arrival To Earth - Colorful Abstract Floral Painting

By Vè Boisvert

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Drawing inspiration from an immersive and impressionistic interpretation of nature, Canadian artist Vé Boisvert paints textural original artworks that capture the fleeting effects of...

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2010s Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Dawn at the Grand Canyon, Oil Painting
Dawn at the Grand Canyon, Oil Painting

Dawn at the Grand Canyon, Oil Painting

By Crystal DiPietro

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
"For a few brief moments on the south rim, the morning sun lights up the canyon walls like neon while casting blue shadows into its depths," says artist Cryst...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Oil

Nick Thomm - STEMS (Azure) XL
Nick Thomm - STEMS (Azure) XL

Nick Thomm - STEMS (Azure) XL

By Nick Thomm

Located in FITZROY, VIC

Nick Thomm - 'STEMS' - (Azure) XL SIZE 92cm x 122cm 36" x 48" Limited Edition of #25 Hand Signed & Numbered. Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemühle 308gsm Fine Art Paper. Condit...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

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Archival Ink, Giclée, Archival Pigment

La Salle Street, Rainy Day, Oil Painting
La Salle Street, Rainy Day, Oil Painting

La Salle Street, Rainy Day, Oil Painting

By Yangzi Xu

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist Yangzi Xu depicts an iconic view of LaSalle Street in Chicago, facing south from the bridge. She rendered this piece in a warm muted palette, setting the stage to highlight sporadic lights and reflections on wet concrete. "My focus was to convey the mood and feeling a rainy day brings to my beloved city," shares Yangzi.


About the Artist
Artist Yangzi Xu captures a nostalgia for Chicago and its dramatic seasonal changes in her expressionist cityscapes. Having a full-time job and being a wife and mother, Yangzi makes a habit of painting everyday to keep her passion exciting and fresh. She keeps a queue of ideas and reference photos that she takes throughout the year. She looks through her references, tweaks and adds elements to them. Once inspiration strikes, Yangzi draws several sketches and begins to work with oils on canvas on multiple pieces at once - to keep each painting spontaneous and new. "I try to capture the paradox of life in the city, where one can be in a crowd and yet feel alone," Yangzi says. "My main intent is not to capture the physical reality of a scene, but to express my own moods and feelings to my audience." In her free time, Yangzi enjoys reading, with her current favorite genres being biographies and memoirs. Yangzi is an alumnus of DePaul University in Chicago.


Words that describe this painting: Chicago, La Salle...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Oil

Ocean Breath - Calm Textured Original Oil Painting
Ocean Breath - Calm Textured Original Oil Painting

Ocean Breath - Calm Textured Original Oil Painting

By Sergei Inkatov

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sergei Inkatov’s original, abstract fine art oil paintings have been exhibited internationally. His expressionistic artworks are vivid and richly textured. Inkatov’s paintings radiat...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Peach and Blue - Thick Textured Raised Impasto Colorful Layers Original Painting
Peach and Blue - Thick Textured Raised Impasto Colorful Layers Original Painting

Peach and Blue - Thick Textured Raised Impasto Colorful Layers Original Painting

By Shiri Phillips

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Impasto-painted strokes of bright colors are the framework of artist Shiri Phillips’ abstract artworks. Her paintings are flooded with texture through the layering of acrylic paint i...

Category

2010s Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, Glitter, Mixed Media, Acrylic

City I - Abstract Contemporary Aerial View Original Painting
City I - Abstract Contemporary Aerial View Original Painting

City I - Abstract Contemporary Aerial View Original Painting

By Bettina Mauel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bettina Mauel expresses vitality and sensuality in her abstract and figurative paintings. “I paint what I experience,” she articulates. “This includes landscapes, dancers and peopl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

Watching in Silence 2- Large Textural Original Black and White Gestural Abstract
Watching in Silence 2- Large Textural Original Black and White Gestural Abstract

Watching in Silence 2- Large Textural Original Black and White Gestural Abstract

By Gail Titus

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Arizona artist Gail Titus paints vibrant abstract compositions in acrylic on canvas with a focus on texture and color. The geometric planes of her artworks and the texture in her mov...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

NYC Night, Oil Painting
NYC Night, Oil Painting

NYC Night, Oil Painting

By Yangzi Xu

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist Yangzi Xu depicts a lively nighttime scene of New York City. She fills the composition with recognizable aspects such as tower...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Oil

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Find a wide variety of authentic Abstract more art 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 more art 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, orange, red and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Onelio Marrero, Nicky Marais , Andrea Stajan-Ferkul, and Janet Dyer. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Oil Paint and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Abstract more art, so small editions measuring 1.38 inches across are also available. Prices for more art 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 $11 and tops out at $98,000, while the average work sells for $1,281.