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Abstract Paintings For Sale
Large 1970's French Modernist Landscape Oil Painting Green Brown Block Colors
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French Modernist School, 1977 indistinctly signed oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 32 x 24 inches Provenance: private collection, Paris Condition: a few surface marks but sound and i...
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Impressionist French Village Church Scene with Textured Palette Knife Brushwork
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Impressionist French Village Church Scene with Textured Palette Knife Brushwork By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 7.25 x 9.5 inches (height x width) Oil painting on board, unfram...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Modern Abstract Expressionist woman's portrait acrylic on paper " True self"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This contemporary abstract expressionist portrait of a woman was created by French artist Natalya Mougenot. Bold, vivid, and emotionally charged, the piece—titled "True Self"—explore...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Paper

Impressionist French Floral Still Life Oil of Le Bouquet du Cinquantenaire
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Impressionist French Floral Still Life Oil of Le Bouquet du Cinquantenaire By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 18 x 15 inches (height x width) Oil painting on board, unframed Condi...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

The Weight of Warmth - Contemporary Woven and Painted Abstract Artwork
Located in Salzburg, AT
'The Weight of Warmth', handwoven painting, linen yarn, organic cotton, jute, acrylic textile paint, 80 x 60 cm, 2025. This work are a symbiosis of two disciplines of art, Painting a...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Textile, Cotton, Linen, Yarn, Acrylic

French Modernist 1960's Oil Painting Cubist Village Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Village Landscape The artist, Raymond Guidot (1935 - 2021) was a Parisian art historian, critique and teacher. oil painting on board, unframed board: 9 x 10.5 inches stamped ve...
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Late 20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Florentine Expressions: A Portrait Series V
Located in London, GB
"Florentine Expressions: A Portrait Series V", oil on canvas, mounted on board, Florentine School (circa 1980s-90s). This gallery has acquired a number of paintings through an interm...
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Late 20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

ABSTRACT PUZZLE 2
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
I aim to visualize the invisible — energy, memory, and spiritual dimensions of reality. I believe art is the purest form of truth, and each line and symbol invites reflection on one’...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Paper

"Geometric Landscape" Abstract landscape Painting , Original art Made in Italy
Located in Agrigento, AG
Landscape oil on canvas 60x80 cm original art Ready to hang certificate of authenticity included Marilina Marchica was born in Agrigento, where she works and lives, After receivin...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

1156 Circles V.2 - Large Blue White Abstract Geometric Original Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brandon Neher is a California artist whose original paintings on canvas embody a profound exploration of space, structure, and balance, infused with a touch of modern minimalism. Dra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic

"Red Tulip - Belle Terre" Red Tulip on Gold Background Oil Painting Framed
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's newest series, Tulips. This piece depicts a gestural figure of a Red Tulip on a golden background with thick use of paint. It is housed in ...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Mixed Media, Oil, Wood Panel

#49, Abstract, Photography, Painting, Expressionism
Located in München, BY
Unique piece More sizes and an Essay from Lyle Rexer about this series on request. Joachim Schmeisser’s work rescues photography from the centuries-old straightjacket of realism to...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Pigment

Cream Filled Cowboy - Colorful Abstract Silly Cartoon Painting by Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gary John's pop-street artworks have a whimsical, yet exciting and bold quality inspired by classic cartoon and comic book characters. Blending pop sensibilities with a roughened fau...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Abstract Paintings

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Mixed Media, Acrylic, Board

Florentine Expressions: A Portrait Series VI
Located in London, GB
"Florentine Expressions: A Portrait Series VI", oil on canvas, mounted on board, Florentine School (circa 1980s-90s). This gallery has acquired a number of paintings through an inter...
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Late 20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

French Countryside Landscape Oil of Farmhouse Path and Pollarded Trees by River
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Countryside Landscape Oil of Farmhouse Path and Pollarded Trees by River By Fanch Lel Size: 13.25 x 15.75 inches (height x width) Oil painting on board, unframed Condit...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

May Flowers 5 - Minimalist Modern Abstract Acrylic Geometric Resin Artwork
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ricky Hunt’s mixed media minimalist wall art is influenced by his tumultuous past that led to a paradigm shift in creativity and life. He covers the wood panel with layers of acrylic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

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Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

Yellow Diamond Dust Bunny with Resin Oil Painting on Wood Panel Framed
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's most iconic subjects, Bunnies. This piece depicts a gestural figure of a light yellow bunny on a yellow background with thick use of paint ...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Glass, Resin, Oil, Wood Panel

Antique American Modernist Abstract Signed & Framed Cubist Rare Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract cubist oil painting. Oil on board. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 18 by 14 inches overall. In excellent original condition. Handsomely framed in a ...
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1940s Cubist Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Board

French Impressionist Equestrian Parade with Jockeys and French Flags
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Equestrian Parade with Jockeys and French Flags By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 13 x 16.25 inches (height x width) Oil painting on cardboard, unframed Con...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Impressionist Seascape Painting of the Chausey Islands with Boats and Rocks
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Impressionist Seascape Painting of the Chausey Islands with Boats and Rocks By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 19.75 x 25.5 inches (height x width) Oil painting on board, unframed...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Whirl Wind (Abstract, Expressive, Fun, Colorful, Warm, ~40% OFF - LIMITED TIME)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Katherine Bello Whirl Wind Mixed Media on Canvas 2025 Size: 24 x 48 inches (60.96 x 121.92cm) Signed and titled by hand COA provided *on stretcher frame, ready to hang. -----------...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Wood, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Solitude - Minimalism, Art Deco, Abstract, Bold, Invest, Colorful, Statement
Located in Cullinan, ZA
Title: Solitude Minimalism, Art Deco, Abstract, Bold, Invest, Colorful, Joy This series connects to that around as well as that within. Solitude takes the viewer to that place of...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

Chess Player II - Expressive Abstract Colorful Figurative Portrait Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Valerie Etitinwo's unique approach to abstract figurative painting celebrates the unconventional beauty found in imperfection and awkwardness. The Nigerian-Swiss artist uses bold col...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Rainy Day Series - Original Colorful Contemporary Figurative Fashion Artwork
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Born in 1982 in Manzanillo, Cuba, artist Darwin Estacio Martinez honed his artistic skills at the Professional Academy of Fine Arts "El Alba" in Holguin, and furthered his education ...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Youth
Located in IT
full size of the canvas 187x134cm (size 185x130) acrylic, oil on canvas one-of-a-kind the canvas will be shipped rolled without stretcher bars
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Dandelion Drip - Colorful Abstract Figurative Sculptural Contemporary Artwork
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nebraka-based Jamie Burmeister is a sculptor known for his original small bronze figures, standing at just 4 inches tall. His unique figurative sculptures have been showcased in gall...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Bronze

Sunflower - Abstract Vibrant Colorful Botanical Still Life Acrylic Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English artist Jonjo Elliot's artworks are a collision of expressionistic fauvism and his collections encourage a youthful candor. Plants thrive in environments the viewer wants to i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Florentine Expressions: A Portrait Series XVIII
Located in London, GB
"Florentine Expressions: A Portrait Series XVIII", oil on canvas, mounted on board, Florentine School (circa 1980s-90s). This gallery has acquired a number of paintings through an in...
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1980s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"More Over" Bunny on French Light Blue Background Oil Painting on Wood Framed
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's most iconic subjects, Bunnies. This piece depicts a gestural figure of a black bunny on a French Blue background with thick use of paint. I...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

Abstract Oil Painting With Figures. "Attempt At Harmony."
Located in Bogotá, Bogotá
"Attempt at Harmony" is an abstract painting distinguished by its texture and intertwined layers of color. Dominated by ochre tones, the piece is complemented by flashes of blue, pur...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

"Whydah in Season" Birds, Bunnies & Butterflies on Gold Background Oil Painting
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's most iconic subjects, Bunnies, Butterflies and Birds. This piece depicts gestural figures of 7 Bunnies, 10 multicolor Butterflies and 9 Bi...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Florentine Expressions: A Portrait Series IX
Located in London, GB
"Florentine Expressions: A Portrait Series IX", oil on canvas, mounted on board, Florentine School (circa 1980s-90s). This gallery has acquired a number of paintings through an inter...
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Late 20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

Light Hold - Abstract Pale Lilac Peach Pastel Mint Gradient Stripes, 2020
Located in Kent, CT
In this contemporary abstract painting in flashe on canvas, thin stripes of color in gradient shades of soft hues, starting with lilac and pale purple in the center to pale peach and...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Vinyl

Impressionist Still Life Oil Painting of Wildflowers in Vase with Pastel Colours
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Impressionist Still Life Oil Painting of Wildflowers in Vase with Pastel Colours By Fanch Lel Size: 18.25 x 15 inches (height x widt...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Infinite prosperity
Located in IT
Any custom charges/taxes ARE INCLUDED in the price. one-of-a-kind painting on canvas XXL EXTRA Large size 140x180cm (145x187cm full size) the painting will be shipped rolled, withou...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

"Score" Black Outline Bunny on Gold Background Oil Painting Wood Panel Framed
Located in New York, NY
This piece depicts a gestural figure of bunny against a gold scored background with ultramarine blue accents. Inspired by nature and a genuine love for animals, Slonem's paintings en...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Mixed Media, Oil, Wood Panel

Impressionist Still Life of White Gladiolus Flowers in Plum Vase
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Impressionist Still Life of White Gladiolus Flowers in Plum Vase By Fanch Les Signed: Yes Size: 18.25 x 15 inches (height x width) Oil painting on cardboard, unframed Conditio...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Journey Unknown - Original Abstract Impasto Nature Rural Landscape Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Using an impasto, painterly technique Dana Cowie creates cubist-inspired farm and rural landscapes. Working within controlled color schemes, her artworks appear abstract up close and...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Find Yourself - Contemporary Abstract Textural Drip Painting with Layered Colors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Marc Raphael's abstract expressionism paintings are influenced by New York's abstract expressionist movement. After encountering Jackson Pollock’s work for the fir...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Latex, Acrylic

Antique American Modernist Cubist Kitchen Still Life Framed Signed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
This striking 1949 oil on board by Christine Opolus exemplifies post-war American cubism with its flattened forms, interlocking planes, and richly modernist palette. Signed and dated...
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1940s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

"Golden Pond" Black Outline Bunny on Gold Background Oil Painting Framed
Located in New York, NY
This piece depicts a gestural figure of bunny against a golden background. Inspired by nature and a genuine love for animals, Slonem's paintings encompass unique inspirations drawn f...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Mixed Media, Oil, Wood Panel

Dor (Grief) -21st Century, Contemporary, Abstract, Pop Culture, Pain, Healing
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
How is it that the world keeps going, breathing in and out unchanged, while in my soul, there is a permanent scattering? Grief is all the unspent love we carry for those we’ve lost,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Ink, Acrylic

Small abstract expressive nature painting wood frame "Spring on the horizon"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This contemporary abstract expressive nature painting, created by French artist Natalya Mougenot, bursts with color and emotion. "Spring on the Horizon" captures the fresh energy of ...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Original Diptych-Spring Duet-British Awarded Artist-Abstract-Contemporary UK
Located in London, GB
[Spring Duet] is a project started in 2024, where Shizico explores the format of a diptych through a series of set paintings. Shizu painted all paintings en plein air in situ, capturing the landscape outside of her studio and the interiors of the studio in its entirety, depicted across sets of canvases as diptych odyssey throughout the months of spring. Each canvas represents a part of musical notes, creating a visual harmony akin to a musical duet. [Spring Duet] is part of the ongoing [Memory Landscape Series], started in 2015. Shizico applies various mediums and visual languages in the project of [Memory Landscape], ranging from installations, sculptures to paintings, from impressionism, expressionism to abstract forms. In [Spring Duet] chapter, she focuses on the delicate hues of soft green and creamy white and the pinkie apricot, evoking the early spring light characteristic of Northern Europe, where the series unfolds. Details for Measurement and Arrangement: 50 x39.5 CM /each canvas, x 2 of the total set total measure of the set would be 50 x 79 x1.5 CM ( all measurements without frame) the arrangement is flexible for your wall spaces around the home, you can hang them as a diptych set, side by side; or you can also hang these 2 paintings on different walls to create punctuation in home to bring different areas together. -Artist's Lifetime Warranty for the original artwork. -Guarantee End to end tracking Delivery Worldwide by Royal Mail Worldwide at lowest flat Rate £22. About the artist: Dr. Shizico Yi, a London-based artist, is specializes in installations, films, and paintings, with her work often revolving around themes of loss, repetition, the mundane, and the significance of memories to a person. ​ Drawing from her background in design and film, Shizico intertwines her passions to create installation and projects that reflect her personal experiences within the broader context of society and the human condition. Shizico Yi holds a PhD in Fine Art, awarded by UEL in the UK in 2017. She also completed a Master in Fine Art with a BA in Womenswear from UAL, London. ​ As an internationally acclaimed artist, Yi has been featured in both solo and group exhibitions at prominent cultural locations such as London, Korea, and Italy. Her artwork has found its way into collections in various countries, with a substantial number of pieces housed in private collections across the USA, Canada, Australia, Europe, Japan, Taiwan, and the UK. Notably, Shizico Yi secured the title of Winner of the Women Film Makers: Best Shorts Competition in 2013 in Los Angeles, USA. She also serves as a guest jury member at the 14th-16th Annual New York City Independent Film Festival from 2022 to 2024 and is a curator and founder of no barking aRt...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Roses de Mon Jardin Floral Still Life of Pink and Orange Roses in Vase
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Roses de Mon Jardin Floral Still Life of Pink and Orange Roses in Vase By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 13 x 9.5 inches (height x width) Oil painting on board, unframed Conditio...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Kind of Copper - Large Energetic Abstract Blue Textural Drip Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Marc Raphael's abstract expressionism paintings are influenced by New York's abstract expressionist movement. After encountering Jackson Pollock’s work for the fir...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Latex, Acrylic

Original-Impasto-Moonlit Dahlias-Jardin d'Hiver-British Awarded Artist-Gold leaf
Located in London, GB
Jardin d'Hiver Series is Shizico Yi's latest collection, created in her winter studio while longing for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en plein...
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2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Gold Leaf

French Impressionist Still Life of Yellow and Red Roses in Copper Vase
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Still Life of Yellow and Red Roses in Copper Vase By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 16.25 x 13 inches (height x width) Oil painting on board, unframed Condit...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

The Roots - Contemporary Woven and Painted Abstract Artwork
Located in Salzburg, AT
'The Roots', handwoven painting, linen yarn, organic cotton, jute, acrylic textile paint, 80 x 60 cm, 2025. This work are a symbiosis of two disciplines of art, Painting and Weaving....
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Textile, Cotton, Linen, Yarn, Acrylic

ABSTRACT Terra X – Meditative Layered Painting Blue Sea Acqua by Yam Miglioranza
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
At Escat Gallery we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of trust and professionalism for our collectors. Every artwork in our collection comes with a Certificate of Au...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Serie Dibujos Felices 10 - Original Red Blue Watercolor and Ink Artwork on Paper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sergio Valenzuela “Valenz” is a contemporary Guatemalan artist who tells stories with everyday objects, primarily expressing them with graphite and acrylic on canvas. His artworks pr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Ink, Mixed Media, Watercolor, Archival Paper

Love Moves Us Forward - Contemporary Bold Navy Abstract Text Street Artwork
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Amber Goldhammer paints dramatic abstract compositions in acrylic on canvas featuring energetic brushstrokes. Goldhammer uses her contemporary paintings to express...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Latex, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Make Me Feel - Minimalist Large Abstract Painting on Natural Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Taylour Martin creates captivating abstract compositions in acrylic on canvas, showcasing a dynamic interplay of emotions and colors. Martin's art is a reflection ...
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2010s Minimalist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Pencil

Impressionist Still Life of Sunflowers in a Vase with Soft Blue Background
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Impressionist Still Life of Sunflowers in a Vase with Soft Blue Background By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 18.25 x 15 inches (height x width) Oil painting on cardboard, unframe...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

ZT 250304 - contemporary modern red & white abstract geometric painting relief
Located in Doetinchem, NL
ZT 250304 is a unique one-of-a-kind small contemporary modern painting relief by Dutch artist Hewrman Coppus. The relief is made from meticulously hand cut, folded and glued cardboar...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cardboard

"Tulips on Silver" Pair of Red Tulips on Silver Background Oil Painting Framed
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's newest series, Tulips. This piece depicts 2 gestural red Tulips on a silver background with thick use of paint. It is housed in a wonderful...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel, Mixed Media

"Abstract Landscape" - Original Oil and Pastel Painting on Canvas, Made in Italy
Located in Agrigento, AG
Title: Abstract Landscape Artist: Marilina Marchica Made In Itlay Year: 2025 Technique: Oil and pastel on canvas Dimensions: 80x100x3.8 cm Original, one-of-a-kind artwork, accompani...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Pastel, Oil

Symphonie verticale III - geometric contemporary modern painting relief
Located in Doetinchem, NL
Symphonie verticale III is one of the latest medium size contemporary modern sculpture painting reliefs by French-Dutch artist Olivier Julia. The relief is made from 140 (!) individu...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Wood, Acrylic

Badessa - Large Vibrant Organic Shape Contemporary Artwork
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Axelle Gosse creates intricate, tactile compositions using rope and fabric, transforming everyday materials into striking contemporary artworks. Inspired by her extensive travels acr...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Textile, Canvas

Square Multicolor Clay Relief Wall Sculpture. “Bubbles Night” 3D Mosaic Wall Art
Located in FISTERRA, ES
"Bubbles Night" is a contemplative and richly textured piece from the Fake Candies series by Elizabeth Art Candy, exploring the interplay of color, shape, and void through hundreds o...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Clay, Canvas, Spray Paint

Original Abstract Paintings for Sale on 1stDibs

Bring audacious experiments with color and textures to your living room, dining room or home office. Abstract paintings, large or small, will stand out in your space, encouraging conversation and introducing a museum-like atmosphere that’s welcoming and conducive to creating memorable gatherings.

Abstract art has origins in 19th-century Europe, but it came into its own as a significant movement during the 20th century. Early practitioners of abstraction included Wassily Kandinsky, although painters were exploring nonfigurative art prior to the influential Russian artist’s efforts, which were inspired by music and religion. Abstract painters endeavored to create works that didn’t focus on the outside world’s conventional subjects, and even when artists depicted realistic subjects, they worked in an abstract mode to do so.

In 1940s-era New York City, a group of painters working in the abstract mode created radical work that looked to European avant-garde artists as well as to the art of ancient cultures, prioritizing improvisation, immediacy and direct personal expression. While they were never formally affiliated with one another, we know them today as Abstract Expressionists.

The male contingent of the Abstract Expressionists, which includes Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning and Robert Motherwell, is frequently cited in discussing leading figures of this internationally influential postwar art movement. However, the women of Abstract Expressionism, such as Helen Frankenthaler, Lee Krasner, Joan Mitchell and others, were equally involved in the art world of the time. Sexism, family obligations and societal pressures contributed to a long history of their being overlooked, but the female Abstract Expressionists experimented vigorously, developed their own style and produced significant bodies of work.

Draw your guests into abstract oil paintings across different eras and countries of origin. On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive range of abstract paintings along with a guide on how to arrange your wonderful new wall art.

If you’re working with a small living space, a colorful, oversize work can create depth in a given room, but there isn’t any need to overwhelm your interior with a sprawling pièce de résistance. Colorful abstractions of any size can pop against a white wall in your living room, but if you’re working with a colored backdrop, you may wish to stick to colors that complement the decor that is already in the space. Alternatively, let your painting make a statement on its own, regardless of its surroundings, or group it, gallery-style, with other works.

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