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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
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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Oil

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, 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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Mixed Media, Cotton Canvas, Spray Paint

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Acrylic

Solar Imp
Solar Imp

Solar Imp

By Helen Frankenthaler

Located in New York, NY

Screenprint in colors on wove paper. Signed by the artist in pencil and also numbered 96/126 in pencil. Published by Lincoln Center List Poster and Print Program, New York. Second ...

Category

Early 2000s Abstract More Art

Materials

Screen, Color

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

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

"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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, 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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Linen, Oil

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract More Art

Materials

Oil

blaze your own trail - Original Abstract Framed Mixed Media Sculptural Paper Art
blaze your own trail - Original Abstract Framed Mixed Media Sculptural Paper Art

blaze your own trail - Original Abstract Framed Mixed Media Sculptural Paper Art

By Krista Reuter

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Krista Reuter's contemporary paper sculpture artworks unfold like a quiet study in light, shadow, texture, and dimensional abstraction. Hand-cut and layered with meticulous precision...

Category

2010s Abstract More Art

Materials

Paint, Paper, Mixed Media, Color Pencil

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,...

Category

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...

Category

2010s Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

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...

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...

Category

2010s Abstract More Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Untitled
Untitled

Untitled

By Ed Moses

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Moses often referred to himself as a “mutator,” driven less by self-expression than by an insatiable curiosity to discover. Never content to remain within a singular visual language,...

Category

1950s Abstract More Art

Materials

Acrylic

Untitled
Untitled

Untitled

Located in New York, NY

This sophisticated sculpture was realized from lymed French oak circa 1950. The perimeter of the piece consists of a mosaic of rectilinear blocks, while the interior rectangular pane...

Category

1960s Abstract More Art

Materials

Oak

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

RHAPSODY, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
RHAPSODY, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

RHAPSODY, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

By Darlene Watson

Located in Yardley, PA

? Rhapsody ? This extra-large original is a symphony of colour and movement—layers of gestural acrylic brushstrokes that flow like music across the canvas. Just as a rhapsody ...

Category

2010s Abstract More Art

Materials

Acrylic

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

What Goes On, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
What Goes On, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel

What Goes On, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel

By Craig Moran

Located in Yardley, PA

Magic is a distraction, a face wandering in the shadows, waiting like a jellyfish, only dreaming of what remains after the sweet apocalypse. :: Painting :: Abstract Expressionis...

Category

2010s Abstract More Art

Materials

Oil

Night Dreams, Oil Painting
Night Dreams, Oil Painting

Night Dreams, Oil Painting

By George Peebles

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A thick green marshland shines from the bright reflections of the evening light in this expressionist landscape by artist George Peebles. Grasses fade away in...

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.