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Abstract Paintings For Sale
Style: Impressionist
Style: Post-War
New Beginnings, Abstract Art, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahagn Ghaltaghchyan Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Abstract Art Year: 2023 Title: New Beginnings Size: 24" x 30"...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Phenomena by Return
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A painting by Paul Jenkins. "Phenomena By Return" is an abstract, acrylic on canvas painting executed in a bright palette primarily of reds, teals, blues and yellow by Post War artis...
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1960s Post-War Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Olive Trees in Manosque, Provence, Large French Modernist Signed Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: A. Davy, French School, late 20th century Title: Olive Trees, Manosque (Provence). Medium: signed, oil painting on canvas, framed and inscribed verso. Size: ...
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Late 20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

"A Propensity for Growth" Abstracted Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Westport, CT
This original abstracted landscape statement oil painting by artist Bri Custer features a blue palette with vibrant yellow and green accents throughout. The artist applies thick, loo...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Summer Skies Blue 1: contemporary oil painting with water, clouds, sky, lake
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
This oil painting is painted on all edges so there is no need for framing. It is wired with all installation hardware and ready to hang. It is one of three paintings in a series of similar compositions, each painted in subtly different hues of blue.The work particularly well as a trio. See photos for images of other two paintings. Each painting is sold separately but I can combine shipping for your savings. Signed on the back. Bucks County, PA landscape artist Kirby Fredendall...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Red Abstract Acrylic Painting Contemporary British Crimson Tides
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Crimson Tides"
 Signed by Minty Ramsey Medium: acrylic on canvas
 Size: 39.5 x 39.5 inches
 Condition: Excellent, with vivid and well-preserved hues "Cr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

Spring, Abstract, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahagn Ghaltaghchyan Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Abstract Art Year: 2023 Title: Spring Size: 20" x 16" x 0.8''...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Heavily Textured Abstract Expressionist Composition in Oil on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
Heavily Textured Abstract Expressionist Composition in Oil on Canvas Bold, textured, abstract composition by California artist Harald "Harry" Dry Schmidt (American, 1933-1979). Brig...
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1970s Post-War Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Antique American Modernist Pear Still Life Framed Original Fine Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Incredible early American modernist still life oil painting. Housed in a great antique giltwood frame. Oil on board.
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1950s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Hawaii Coral Reef
Located in Zofingen, AG
* Title: Hawaii Coral Reef * Size: 12 x 8 inches * Materials: oil, stretched canvas, palette knife * Shipping: gallery standards packaging, express ship...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Oil

The Zoo
Located in Palm Desert, CA
"The Zoo" is an abstract Post War oil on panel painting by Hans Hofmann in 1944. The artwork is 21 3/8 x 24 1/2 inches and, with the frame, is 22 1/4 x 25 1/2 x 2 inches. "The Zoo...
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20th Century Post-War Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Mastery Kind, Abstract Art Original Acrylic Painting, Ready to Hang, Large Size
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Abstract Original Acrylic Painting, Ready to Hang, Large Size Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Acrylic Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Ye...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Modernist Cityscape in Bold Blue and Red Geometric Urban Architecture
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Modernist Cityscape by Helen Greenfield (British 20th century) gouache painting on artist paper, unframed artist paper: 19.5 x 14.5 inches condition: overall very good provenance: a...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Gouache

Reclining Nude "Dawn" Fauvist Colors Heavily textured Original Oil on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
Reclining Nude "Dawn" Fauvist Colors Original Abstract Expressionist on Canvas Abstract expressionist figurative composition of a woman by California artist Harald "Harry" Dry Schm...
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1970s Post-War Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Harbor in Blue - Abstracted Landscape
By Martha Scurlock
Located in Soquel, CA
Stylized depiction of a harbor scene in monochrome blues with abstracted elements by Martha Scurlock (American, 20th Century). Signed lower left "M. Scurlock" and on verso in pencil "Martha Scurlock". Rustic, vintage painted frame...
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1960s American Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Large French Impressionist Oil Warm Windmill Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School/ Date: Douglas Stuart Allen (American/ French 1923-2021) American born artist from Chicago, retiring to France during his latter years to become a full time painter. Title: Windmill Landscape Medium & Size: oil painting canvas: 18 x 22 inches Condition: the painting is very sound and good. Provenance: private collection, France The painting is for auction with...
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Mid-19th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Allegory in Dante, Abstract Painting, Contemporary Art Original, Expression
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Nelson Serob Shirvanyan Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic on Cardboard Year: 2002 Style: Abstract art, Title: Allegory in Dante, Size: 17" x 12.5" x 0.1'' inch, (44x32x0.2 cm), Unframed. Nelson Serob Shirvanyan was born in 1944 in Armenia. In 1970, he graduated from the Sculpture Department of the Yerevan State Institute of Fine Arts. Nelson Shirvanyan is a sculptor, artist, and teacher. His artistic journey began with his graduation from the Faculty of Fine Arts at Yerevan State University. In 1975, he became a lecturer in sculpture at the University of Armenia. In his work, Shirvanyan draws inspiration from the architecture of medieval Armenian stone...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic, Cardboard

Landscape No. 108
Located in Palm Desert, CA
"Landscape No. 108" is an abstract Post War oil on panel painting by Hans Hofmann in 1941. The artwork is 23 1/4 x 29 1/4 inches and with the frame is 31 1/8 x 37 1/8 x 2 5/8 inches,...
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20th Century Post-War Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Primary Abstract, Impressionist Acrylic Painting by Eve Nethercott
Located in Long Island City, NY
Eve Nethercott, American (1925 - 2015) - Primary Abstract (P2.73), Year: circa 1960, Medium: Acrylic on Paper, Image Size: 13 x 10 inches, Size: 13.25 x 10 in. (33.66 x 25.4 ...
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1960s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

Lilit, Abstract Surrealism Painting Contemporary Art Original Red Horse
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Nelson Serob Shirvanyan Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic on Cardboard Year: 1999 Style: Abstract Surrealism Title: Lilit Size: 17" x 12.5" x 0.1'' inch, (44x32x0.2 cm), Unframed. Nelson Serob Shirvanyan was born in 1944 in Armenia. In 1970, he graduated from the Sculpture Department of the Yerevan State Institute of Fine Arts. Nelson Shirvanyan is a sculptor, artist, and teacher. His artistic journey began with his graduation from the Faculty of Fine Arts at Yerevan State University. In 1975, he became a lecturer in sculpture at the University of Armenia. In his work, Shirvanyan draws inspiration from the architecture of medieval Armenian stone...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic, Cardboard

Burst, Abstract Large Original Painting on Canvas, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Year: 2018 Style: Abstract Art, Title: Burst Size: 40" x 58" x 1.5'' inc...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Minimalist Composition of Softened Geometric Shapes in Muted Tones of Beige
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Geometric Shapes by Helen Greenfield (British 20th century) paper stuck on gouache painting on artist paper, unframed artist paper: 18 x 12.5 inches condition: overall very good pr...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Gouache, Handmade Paper

There Is Gravity, Abstract Large Original Painting on Canvas, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Year: 2024 Style: Abstract Art, Title: There Is Gravity, Size: 44" x 56" x 1...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Pink Atmosphere, Abstract Art Large Size Original Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Abstract Art Large Size Original Painting, Ready to Hang Artist: Vahe Yeremyan Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Year: 2023 Style:...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Buffalo, Abstract Art, Original Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Acrylic Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Year: 2013 Style: Abstract Art, Title: Buffalo Size: 20" x 24"...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Trying to Rain, Abstract Original Painting on Canvas, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Year: 2024 Style: Abstract Art, Title: Trying to Rain Size: 44" x 50" x 1.5'...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Double Silver Point Robes
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A mixed media artwork by Jim Dine. A silverpoint and acrylic on 2 joined canvases, wood, knife, and string in artist's frame work by Post War artist Jim Dine. "Double Silver Point Robes" depicts the outline of two robes in silverpoint on a white acrylic painted ground. Jim Dine's use of his favorite bathrobe, a frequent image in his works, is a self portrait which connects an everyday object and imbues it with meaning. This Robe painting was part of the first exhibition of Robe paintings at Sidney Janis...
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1960s Post-War Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Acrylic

Sky Moving, Abstract, Contemporary Original Painting on Canvas, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Year: 2007 Style: Abstract Art, Title: Sky Moving Size: 30" x 30" x 0.8...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Stepping Out - Emma Stone, LA Poolside" Haute Couture Oil Painting Framed
Located in New York, NY
Exploring the purity of the feminine form and the excitement of High-End Fashion, artist Cindy Shaoul creates a dialogue between the figurative and the abstract. Her spirited composi...
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2010s American Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Board

Orange Motion 2, Abstract Original Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic Mixed Media on Panel Year: 2007 Style: Abstract Art, Title: Oringe Motion 2 Size: ...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic, Panel, Wood Panel

Moving Through 2, Abstract Large Original Painting on Canvas, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on Linen Year: 2014 Style: Abstract Art, Title: Moving Through 2 Size: 48" x 71" x 1.5...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Making Peace 2, Abstract Original Painting on Canvas, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Year: 2013 Style: Abstract Art, Title: Making Peace 2 Size: 40.5" x 46.5...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Red Shade, Large Abstract Art Contemporary Original Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Year: 2024 Style: Contemporary Art, Title: Red Shade, Size: 42" x 65.5" x...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

The Portuguese Vase with Freishas-original still life painting-contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online. Step into the captivating world of "The Portuguese Vase with F...
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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Laundry on the Sea, Abstract, Original Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahagn Ghaltaghchyan Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Style: Abstract Art Year: 2023 Title: Laundry on the Sea Size: 24...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Color Pencil

French Abstract Expressionist Signed Oil Blur of Color 20th Century
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Expressionist Sky Composition by Gerard Guegueniat (French 1970's) signed oil painting on board, unframed board: 19 x 26.5 inches provenance: private collection, France cond...
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Upon Awakening 2, Abstract Original Painting on Canvas, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Year: 2012 Style: Abstract Art, Title: Upon Awakening 2, Size: 48" x 51"...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Fleeting Visions Abstract Portrait Original Painting on canvas, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Lucy Gregry Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic, Resin on Canvas Year: 2024 Style: Abstract art, Title: Fleeting Visions Size: 36" x 2...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Resin, Acrylic

Home, Abstract Art, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahagn Ghaltaghchyan Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Abstract Art Year: 2023 Title: Home Size: 20" x 16" x 0.8'' in...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Northern Sea" by Sara Melzer, Black & White Abstract
Located in Denver, CO
"Northern Sea" is an original, handmade ink painting, by Sara Melzer that depicts an abstract black and white scene.
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2010s American Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Ink

20th Century British Modernist Oil Painting Light Colour Mixed Media Abstract
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract by Helen Greenfield (British 20th century) gouache/newspaper painting on board, unframed board: 25 x 30 inches condition: overall very good provenance: all the paintings w...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Gouache, Newsprint

Bloom of Happiness- original abstract impressionism painting -contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
Anna Cher's "Bloom of Happiness" is an enchanting acrylic and pastel on canvas that exudes vibrancy and joy. The painting features a blue vase, through which the stalks of the bouque...
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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Pastel, Acrylic

Blue Explosion Acrylic Abstract British Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Blue Abstract Signed by Minty Ramsey Medium: acrylic on canvas
 Size: 24 x 24 inches
 Condition: Excellent, with vivid and well-preserved hues A abstract acrylic painting by a young, emerging female artist from London. Drawing influence from her time in Cornwall, the artist has been inspired by the natural light and movement that has inspired in so many leading painters. Stunning work by this up and coming...
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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

Delicate Moment, Abstract Art Original Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Acrylic Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Year: 2023 Style: Abstract Art, Title: Delicate Moment, Size...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Superb Impressionist Oil Painting Misty River Landscape Oil Painting signed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Misty River Landscape by Jacob Markiel (Polish 1911-2008) *see notes oil on board, unframed board: 14 x 18 inches provenance: private collection, Marseille, France condition: ver...
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Sheep III, Animal Paintings, Contemporary Art, Impasto Brushstrokes
Located in Deddington, GB
An oil painting of sheep painted with thick paint applied spontaneously with a palette knife on linen. Displayed in a dark grey frame complimenting the tones of the sheep. ADDITIONA...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Board

Lisa Palombo "Weeping Willow Pond" Lily Pond Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This colorful floral impressionist painting, "Weeping Willow Pond" by artist Lisa Palombo is a 36x48 acrylic painting on canvas. Depicte...
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2010s American Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Earth-walk, Abstract Art Original Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Year: 2023 Style: Abstract Art, Subject: Earthwalk, Size: 32" x 24" x...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Love Me in My Silence" Abstracted Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Westport, CT
This original abstracted landscape statement oil painting by artist Bri Custer features a cool blue palette with warm orange and pink accents throughout. The artist applies thick lay...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Phantom Earth, Abstract Art Large Original Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Voskan Galstian Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Year: 2022 Style: Abstract Art, Title: Phantom Earth Size: 41" x 34" x ...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Porte St Denis, Paris - A Parisian Scene
Located in St. Albans, GB
Frank Myers Boggs (1855-1926) A wonderful exhibited piece depicting the busy life of Paris at the end of the nineteenth century. It was exhibited as is shown on the reverse shot in the photos. It is in the original gold leaf frame. Signed and inscribed on the reverse. The exhibition label is on the frame. Oil on Board Painting Size: 21 x 26" (53 x 66cm) Outside Frame Size : 32 x 37" (81 x 94cm) The Impressionist Frank Myers Boggs spent his formative and mature years abroad and in 1923 became a naturalized French citizen. He was born in Springfield, Ohio...
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Late 19th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

"Pueblo V" - Minimal Silhouetted Landscape
Located in Soquel, CA
Serene silhouetted landscape scene of a pueblo community against a beautiful pale blue and lavender sky by Duane Albert Armstrong (b. 1938). Black...
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1990s American Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Linen

Heavily Textured Abstract Expressionist Composition in Oil on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
Heavily Textured Abstract Expressionist Composition in Oil on Canvas Bold, textured, abstract composition by California artist Harald "Harry" Dry Schmidt (American, 1933-1979). Brig...
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1970s Post-War Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Boat in Harbor Impasto Impressionism
Located in Soquel, CA
Vibrant impressionistic impasto Landscape with boat by shore by Kristin Cohen (American, b. 1963). Thick impasto oil and Alkyd acrylic paints in this colorful painting. From a collec...
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1980s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Board, Oil

Pompeii, Light and Shadows signed original painting c2005
Located in Frome, Somerset
'Pompeii, Light and Shadows', original signed painting by Andy Gradwell watercolor on paper 40cmx50cm carved wood glazed frame 58cmx70cm Painted on location at the ancient Roman site...
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Early 2000s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Watercolor

Immunity, Large size Abstract Original oil Painting, Canvas Art, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Hayk Margaryan Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Year: 2024 Style: Contemporary Art, Title: ...
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2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Impressionist Oil Painting - The House In Beautiful Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School/ Date: Douglas Stuart Allen (American/ French 1923-2021) American born artist from Chicago, retiring to France during his latter ye...
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Mid-19th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

"Abstraction of Georges Rouault @ Henry Matisse" Painting 60x72 in by Yoram Katz
Located in Culver City, CA
"Abstraction of Georges Rouault @ Henry Matisse" Painting 60x72 in by Yoram Katz ABOUT THE ARTIST: Born in Israel. Graduated from the Bazelel Art Academy in Jerusalem. Resides in Lo...
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

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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