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Abstract Paintings For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Abstract Geometric
"Sketch No.39 Sun Set Knot" Abstract Representational Painting Work on Wallpaper
Located in New York, NY
This piece represents a part of the artist's "Kinetic Knots" series which symbolizes shapes of the knots that are not planned. It is like the “Dao” grabbing the artist and the power ...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Pen, Oil, Laid Paper
"Abstract Script 9" Ink on Fabric Painting 16" x 4" inch by Mohamed Monaiseer
Located in Culver City, CA
"Abstract Script 9" Ink on Fabric Painting 16" x 4" inch by Mohamed Monaiseer
In this work, I am a developing personal philosophy of the trinity—the uniting of three in one. The tr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Fabric, Ink
Moonlight Sonata
Located in Aberdeen Dyce, GB
Archibald Dunbar McIntosh RGI RSW (b.1936) was born in Glasgow and studied at Glasgow School of Art from 1953-1957. After graduating, he became a teacher and, later, the President of...
Category
20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract IV (Abstract, Vibrant, Deep, Blue, Navy, Green, Orange, Pink, 30% OFF)
By Jill Opelka
Located in Kansas City, MO
Jill Opelka
Abstract IV
Oil on Canvas
Year: 2023
Size: 20x20in
Framed: 21x21x1.5in
Signed by hand
COA provided
Ref.: 924802-2051
Tags: Abstract, Vibrant, Deep, Blue, Navy, Green, Orange, Pink
*Framed in a black wooden frame
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Upon entering Jill Opelka's home, her creative essence is unmistakable. Adorned with New Yorker Magazine covers, her dining room exudes a vibrant charm, complemented by quirky giant tortoises in the living room.
The space is a reflection of Opelka's lively personality, evident in her central studio nestled within the bright breakfast nook. Embraced by natural light and captivating outdoor vistas, it's where her artistry thrives, even evident in intricate details like a practical denim quilt on her sofa, crafted from old jeans – a testament to her work and creativity.
Descending to her lower-level gallery, her larger original pieces, each with personal anecdotes, take center stage. From a nostalgic converse painting symbolizing childhood choices to a rescued roadside goat immortalized on canvas, her stories are as captivating as her art.
Jill Opelka's creations, drawing inspiration from her life's moments, offer a personal touch that adds warmth to any home. From customized shoe and teacup paintings...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Oil
Metallurgy, OP Art Painting by Jack Brusca
By Jack Brusca
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Jack Brusca, American (1939 - 1993)
Title: Metallurgy
Year: 1968
Medium: Oil on Canvas, signed, dated and titled verso
Size: 20 x 20 in. (50.8 x 50.8 cm)
Category
1960s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Sketch No.35/5: The Knotted Castle" Abstract Representational Painting on Paper
Located in New York, NY
This piece represents a part of the artist's "Kinetic Knots" series which symbolizes shapes of the knots that are not planned. It is like the “Dao” grabbing the artist and the power ...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor
1-90
Located in New York, NY
1986-1992
PIXEL FIELD
In 1986, Nassos Daphnis was 71 years old when he booted up the computer for the first time and he was soon conversant enough with the machine’s capacity to use it fluently in his work. He was launched as a pioneer — one of the very first artist to adopt the resources of the new technology into the hitherto slow developing processes of paintings.
It was the winter of 1985. Nassos Daphnis was getting an idea down on paper for a new abstract work in his West Broadway studio. The idea was burning bright, but his work processes were painstaking, indeed finicky. He complained to his son, Demetri, about the endless frustration of being unable to render this Eureka! moment as swiftly as required. The son introduced the father to an Atari ST computer. Call this Eureka moment, Part II. Daphnis was seventy-one years old when he booted up a computer for the first time and he was soon conversant enough with the machine’s capacities to use it fluently in his work. He was launched as a pioneer — one of the veryfirst artists to adapt the resources of the new technology into the hitherto slow-developing processes of painting. Pixel Fields, a show of a body of work made between 1987 and 1992, which marks the repre-sentation of the Estate of Nassos Daphnis by the Richard Taittinger Gallery...
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Sketch No.35/4: The Knotted Castle" Abstract Representational Painting on Paper
Located in New York, NY
This piece represents a part of the artist's "Kinetic Knots" series which symbolizes shapes of the knots that are not planned. It is like the “Dao” grabbing the artist and the power ...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor
"Sketch No.34/1" Abstract Representational Kinetic Knot Painting Work on Paper
Located in New York, NY
This piece represents a part of the artist's "Kinetic Knots" series which symbolizes shapes of the knots that are not planned. It is like the “Dao” grabbing the artist and the power ...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor
"Sketch No.35/2: The Knotted Castle" Abstract Representational Painting on Paper
Located in New York, NY
This piece represents a part of the artist's "Kinetic Knots" series which symbolizes shapes of the knots that are not planned. It is like the “Dao” grabbing the artist and the power ...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor
"Sketch No.36 Yellow Knot" Abstract Representational Painting Work on Wallpaper
Located in New York, NY
This piece represents a part of the artist's "Kinetic Knots" series which symbolizes shapes of the knots that are not planned. It is like the “Dao” grabbing the artist and the power ...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Laid Paper, Pen
"Sketch No.34/2" Abstract Representational Kinetic Knot Painting Work on Paper
Located in New York, NY
This piece represents a part of the artist's "Kinetic Knots" series which symbolizes shapes of the knots that are not planned. It is like the “Dao” grabbing the artist and the power ...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor
"Sketch No.38 Sun Set Knot" Abstract Representational Painting Work on Wallpaper
Located in New York, NY
This piece represents a part of the artist's "Kinetic Knots" series which symbolizes shapes of the knots that are not planned. It is like the “Dao” grabbing the artist and the power ...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Laid Paper, Pen
AC 2-2
Located in West Hollywood, CA
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
“AC 2-2” by artist David Kupferman is a lyrical abstract painting that beautifully combines various elements to explore the idea of u...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
"PTLD"
Located in New York, NY
Oil on board
Signed, dated and titled on back.
George Lloyd is an American Artist born 10/28/45 in Winthrop, MA
Graduated in 1967 from RISD with a BFA
and Yale, in 1969 with an MF...
Category
1980s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sketch No.37 Red Knot" Abstract Representational Painting Work on Wallpaper
Located in New York, NY
This piece represents a part of the artist's "Kinetic Knots" series which symbolizes shapes of the knots that are not planned. It is like the “Dao” grabbing the artist and the power ...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Laid Paper, Pen
"Sketch No.34/6" Abstract Representational Kinetic Knot Painting Work on Paper
Located in New York, NY
This piece represents a part of the artist's "Kinetic Knots" series which symbolizes shapes of the knots that are not planned. It is like the “Dao” grabbing the artist and the power ...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Paper, Ink, Watercolor
Connections Lilly Muth - Contemporary geometric abstraction - Oil Painting
Located in DE
Things to Come is an original oil painting, where colorful circles are inter-lapping on top of a grey color plane, surrounded by beige and black squares.
Lilly Muth conveys emotiona...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Contemporary Black & White bold Abstract, Keith Haring inspired unique Painting
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Contemporary black and white geometric abstract painting, created with acrylic and UV reactive acrylic accents as a unique surprise effect.
This artist draws inspiration from the great Keith Haring and creates beautiful and mesmerizing compositions with rich color and movement.
About the artist:
Avi Ash...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Contemporary Color Swirls, Keith Haring inspired unique Abstract Painting
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A truly unique and vibrant original abstract painting. Created with acrylic and UV reactive acrylic accents as a unique surprise effect.
This artist draws inspiration from the great Keith Haring and creates beautiful and mesmerizing compositions with rich color and movement.
About the artist:
Avi Ash...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Reimagined
Located in Jönköping, SE
This painting is part of a series titled Sublime Memories. It is inspired by the commonly unseen aspects of nature that I notice when in such an environment. I look for those element...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Charcoal, Acrylic
Finding You Lilly Muth - Contemporary geometric abstraction - Oil Painting
Located in DE
Lilly Muth's geometric abstractions are colourful works full figures that of space such as the distance, shape, size, and relative position of figures. Her use of colour is bold yet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Screen 2023.3 (grid painting abstract wood contemporary vibrant colors optical)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In Melisa’s optical and pulsating compositions, the natural world acts as blue-print while she explores the notion of the sublime through blur and precision. The artist develops an a...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Spray Paint, Wood Panel
Cascadia 9 (grid painting abstract wood contemporary vivid colors optical art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In Melisa’s optical and pulsating compositions, the natural world acts as blue-print while she explores the notion of the sublime through blur and precision. The artist develops an a...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Spray Paint, Wood Panel
Painting on Panel Titled: PDP 1371
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Post Dogmatist Painting on Panel, signed verso
Art is 12 x 16 with frame approximately 13 x 17
Cecil Touchon Born 1956 Austin, Texas is a contemporary American collage artist, paint...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Screen tondo 2022.7 (round pink green grid art deco painting abstract geometric)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In Melisa’s optical and pulsating compositions, the natural world acts as blue-print while she explores the notion of the sublime through blur and precision. The artist develops an a...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Spray Paint, Wood Panel
Persuasion - Original Acrylic abstract art on Paper
By Mia Stone
Located in Columbus, OH
Playful, quirky original acrylic on paper
Artist Bio:
Mia Stone is a free spirit with a deliberate, "I MEANT to do that!" attitude. She has had creative and adventurous career goals...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
The Four seasons Spring LITHO
By Karl Momen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hand signed and numbered lithograph Momen has made a small collection of lithographs in full colours, for these under painting of his large famous paintings.
Momen is the creator of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Lithograph
Geometric Abstract with Circles in Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
Geometric Abstract with Circles in Acrylic on Canvas
Bright and colorful abstract composition by Melvin K. Allen (American, 1922-2012). Several circles are shown overlapping each ot...
Category
1990s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Loving Life Lilly Muth - Contemporary geometric abstraction - Oil Painting
Located in DE
Lilly Muth's geometric abstractions are colourful works full figures that of space such as the distance, shape, size, and relative position of figures. Her use of colour is bold yet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
San Fransisco Litho
By Karl Momen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hand signed and numbered lithograph Momen has made a small collection of lithographs in full colours, for these under painting of his large f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Lithograph
Green texture 2022 - geometric abstract painting
Located in New York, NY
This hand-painted piece by Lucchetta is part of the op art series where he is able to catch movement with his unique technique. Lucchetta is challenging himself. His precise stable h...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Ink, Acrylic, Cardboard
Untitled litho
By Karl Momen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hand signed and numbered lithograph Momen has made a small collection of lithographs in full colours, for these under painting of his large f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Lithograph
Colorful painting on paper, Unique piece, Abstract Expressionist
Located in Carballo, ES
TUSET (1997, A Coruña, España)
Mixed media painting on paper
Ready to frame
One-of-a-kind
Signed on back
Includes certificate of authenticity
2021
65 x 50 cm.
It belongs to the ser...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil Crayon, Ink, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Pencil
in City and in Forest (pale pink soft painting abstract wood minimal)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In Melisa’s optical and pulsating compositions, the natural world acts as blue-print while she explores the notion of the sublime through blur and precision. The artist develops an a...
Category
2010s Art Deco Abstract Paintings
Materials
Spray Paint, Wood Panel
cyber space Litho
By Karl Momen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hand signed and numbered lithograph Momen has made a small collection of lithographs in full colours, for these under painting of his large famous paintings.
Momen is the creator of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Lithograph
Ivory Valkyrie Two
By Kal Mansur
Located in Toronto, ON
Kal Mansur’s wall works are dimensional objects made of plexiglass. An internal plexiglass object is encased within translucent plexiglass. Embedded fluorescent pigments project colo...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Plexiglass, Acrylic
Luminosité changeante II - contemporary modern sculpture painting relief
Located in Doetinchem, NL
Luminosité changeante II is a unique medium size contemporary modern sculpture painting relief by French-Dutch artist Olivier Julia. The relief is made f...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
In My Hands Are Galaxies
Located in Detroit, MI
Pigments handcrafted with found materials.
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
"Triangles 6", abstract, geometric, green, gold, red, blue, acrylic painting
Located in Natick, MA
Denise Driscoll's "Triangles 6" is a geometric abstract acrylic painting composed of equilateral triangles in gold, mint-green, violet, red and blue overlaid by textured spirals and lines of tiny bead...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Wood Panel
Contemporary Color Swirls, Keith Haring inspired vibrant Abstract Painting
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A truly unique and vibrant original abstract painting. Created with acrylic and UV reactive acrylic accents (see video).
This artist draws inspiration from the great Keith Haring and creates beautiful and mesmerizing compositions with rich color and movement.
About the artist:
Avi Ash...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Hot August Night - white, red and yellow abstract 3D composition using car parts
Located in New York, NY
Scott McMillin is perpetuating the tradition of well-known scrap metal artists such as John Chamberlain or Cesar to create unique abstract geometric compositions. Using discarded car parts and salvaged scrap metal cut into squares and rectangles, McMillin rearranges them into geometric patterns and free form abstractions.
Scott McMillin has shown in galleries and sculpture parks across the country. He participated in the prestigious Navy Pier Walk exhibit, in Chicago and the El Paseo...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Metal
Golden texture 2023 - geometric abstract painting
Located in New York, NY
This hand-painted piece by Lucchetta is part of the op art series where he is able to catch movement with his unique technique. Lucchetta is challenging himself. His precise stable h...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Ink, Acrylic, Cardboard
Nude in the Woods (Large, Fine, Original Gordy)
By Robert Gordy
Located in New Orleans, LA
An original marker-and-ink painting by one of New Orleans' most iconic artists, Robert Gordy. His works are at the Met, the Whitney and other major museums around the world. He was ...
Category
1970s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Archival Ink, Permanent Marker
Flags 1
By Mary Long
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Mary was born in Ohio and has lived in Memphis, Tennessee since the mid-1990s. Following studies in graphic design and painting, she began working in encaustic in 2001. Mary grew u...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Encaustic
Microchipped Planet, abstract, contemporary, geometric, oil painting
Located in Basalt, CO
This is a 60" x 60" original abstract oil painting in a white float frame. The artist created a dripped grid overlay finished with circles, typical of the artist's Metanarrative bod...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Malgrat Tot, Subtilesa - 21st Century, Abstract Art, Cement on Wood, Earth Tones
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
Title: "Malgrat Tot, Subtilesa" means "However, Subtitles"
"The constant search for matter with its limitations has led me to work with different elements throughout my career, but ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Concrete
Ombre 7 (grid painting abstract wood contemporary organic motifs optical)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In Melisa’s optical and pulsating compositions, the natural world acts as blue-print while she explores the notion of the sublime through blur and precision. The artist develops an a...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Spray Paint, Wood Panel
AB 5-11
Located in West Hollywood, CA
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
"AB 5-11" by lyric abstract artist David Kupferman features gentle, light pink hues that provide a serene contrast to his typically ...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
AC 9-10
Located in West Hollywood, CA
ABOUT THE PAINTING
"AC 9-10" by artist David Kupferman is a mesmerizing lyrical abstract masterpiece that bathes the viewer in a symphony of radiant c...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Abraçada - 21st Century, Abstract Art, Cement on Wood, Earth Tones
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
Title: Abraçada means "hug" in Catalan.
"The constant search for matter with its limitations has led me to work with different elements throughout my career, but it is now with cem...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Concrete
"AH 9-1 A_C" Triptych Painting
Located in West Hollywood, CA
ABOUT THE PAINTING
Within this captivating triptych composition, David Kupferman creates distinct landscape quadrants, each serving as a unique tempor...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Egg Sandwich
By Mary Long
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Mary was born in Ohio and has lived in Memphis, Tennessee since the mid-1990s. Following studies in graphic design and painting, she began working in encaustic in 2001. Mary grew u...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Encaustic
Exit
By Mary Long
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Mary was born in Ohio and has lived in Memphis, Tennessee since the mid-1990s. Following studies in graphic design and painting, she began working in encaustic in 2001. Mary grew u...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Encaustic
"About Colour I - 11" by Camil Giralt, 39 x 31.5 in, 2022
Located in Paris, France
The work of catalan artist Camil Giralt reflects his need for inner balance, which is explained by concepts such as calm, silence and distance from everyt...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink
Flags 2
By Mary Long
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Mary was born in Ohio and has lived in Memphis, Tennessee since the mid-1990s. Following studies in graphic design and painting, she began working in encaustic in 2001. Mary grew u...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Encaustic
AI 1-6
Located in West Hollywood, CA
ABOUT THE ARTWORK:
Kupferman's piece is an embodiment of inner consciousness, a manifestation of the artist's exploration of the ever-expanding realm of the human spirit. It beckons viewers to journey within, to reflect on the mysterious depths of their own existence and the cosmic forces that shape our lives.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
David Kupferman...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
AH 9-20 (Diptych painting)
Located in West Hollywood, CA
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
David Kupferman's 'AH 9-20 A_C' is a captivating geometric masterpiece that seamlessly marries the principles of lyrical abstraction...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
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.