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Style: Contemporary
Medium: Oil
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Nocturne - Soft abstract landscape river blue painting
Located in Broomfield, CO
Nocturne is a soft abstract landscape painting dedicated to the coming of night, the turning of time, the river flowing. The river of time running through it. The light in this paint...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"My Horizon - Portofino" Color Field Contemporary Mixed Media Painting on Paper
Located in New York, NY
An acrylic, oil and diamond dust on heavy weight paper piece with bright use of color and texture. We are focused on the simplicity of beauty in the moment as Shaoul creates a transl...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Glass, Oil, Acrylic, Archival Paper

THE WAY 2 - Mixed Media Painting On Jute Canvas, Abstract Artwork, Large Format
Located in Salzburg, AT
„The Way 2”, mixed media (soil, pearl glue, oil, powder pigment, rosin) on jute, 140 x 150, 2012 Series “The Way” by Marta Pokojowczyk contains mixed media paintings on jute created...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Jute, Glue, Mixed Media, Oil, Pigment

Gerrans Bay, Cornwall, landscape art, abstract art, affordable art, original art
Located in Deddington, GB
Gerrans Bay is an original oil painting by Christo Sharpe. It is a landscape looking back to Roseland with Pendower beach below, and shows the perfect mix of drama, texture and colou...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Entre Ciel et Terre – Bold Red Abstract Bull Oil Symbolizing Strength & Power
Located in Dallas, TX
A striking fusion of power and abstraction, "Entre Ciel et Terre" by Eric Robitaille captures the raw energy of a charging bull against a dramatic red and white backdrop. With its vi...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"White Landscape" l Abstract Painting, Contemporary Art by Marilina Marchica
Located in Agrigento, AG
White Landscape mixed media on canvas 50x50 cm 2019 original Artwork Ready to Hang My painting tells of the relationship between man, nature and time, the landscape, the sign a...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Enamel

Her Compliments, Pink, Burgundy Red, Brown, White Horizontal Abstract Landscape
Located in Kent, CT
In this contemporary painting in ink and oil on paper mounted on panel, the artist's unique ink process creates soft striations of bright pink, dark crimson red, pale yellow and oran...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Ink, Oil, Panel

Landscape large Paint on Canvas , Original Art Works Ready to Hang large size
Located in Agrigento, AG
PAPERLANDSCAPE Original Art Ready to Hang 80x80x2 cm certificate of authenticity original painting one of a kind by Marilina Marchica ready to hang
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Enamel

De Verwondering Amazement Oil Painting on Canvas Abstract Colorful In Stock
Located in Utrecht, NL
De Verwondering Amazement Oil Painting on Canvas Abstract Colorful In Stock John Nieland (1966) was born in Baflo, Groningen, the Netherlands en grew up in Friesland. As a young boy his creative talent was already recognized. For a brief period he attended the Rietveld Art Academy in Amsterdam. He felt the academic way of working obstructing his own style, so he decided to go his own way. His work is inspired by CoBrA, abstract, expressive and surreel. On his colourful and big canvasses he works with thick layers of paint, expressing emotions from the past. The multiple layers make the artwork more complex than you would expect it to be, at first sight. More paintings than one are hidden under the surface. Everyone with its own story, emotion, secret, powerful and renewing. Expression by art is a necessity of life for Nieland. In 1996 Nieland founded the artist group Lamütta, in Amsterdam. The group consisted of artists, composers, filmers, fashion designers and designers, like Herman Brood...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

'Breathe' by Kobi Raz - Red, Beige, and Earth Tone Textured Abstract Painting
Located in Carmel, CA
Kobi Raz (Israeli, born 1959) "Breathe" 2023 Oil Paint, Mixed Media, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom left of the painting. About the Artist: Kobi Raz, one of Isr...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Stretcher Bars

"Landscape" Abstract Paint on Canvas made in Italy
Located in Agrigento, AG
Landscape mixed media on canvas 40x50 cm Original Art Ready to hang Marilina Marchica orients her pictorial research to the theme of subtraction, her attention is focused on the ae...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Born in spring - Soft green and gold abstract landscape painting
Located in Broomfield, CO
"Born in spring" is a soft abstract landscape painting, in a beautiful palette of greens and gold and celestial blue running through the sky. It is a painting dedicated to the Italia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil

"What Dreams are Made Of" Colorful Contemporary Oil & Gold Painting Wood Panel
Located in New York, NY
With layers of bright oils, whisking brush strokes, and thrown paint, Shaoul captures a love story through her paint pallet and abstract expression. The artist explores something new...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Mixed Media, Oil, Wood Panel

"Celebrating Dawn" Large Contemporary Blue Toned Abstract Expressionist Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Contemporary cool toned painting by Houston-based artist Peter Healy. The work features expressive orange and yellow strokes against a blue background. Signed, titled, and dated on t...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Dripping Dots - Rainbow Surf" Colorful Abstract Oil Painting on a Surf Board
Located in New York, NY
With layers of bright oils and whisking brush strokes, the paint is able to shine and shimmer in a very unique pattern. The artist uses thick textured oils and hand embellished piece...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Found Objects, Oil

Second Story, Orange, Olive Green, Yellow Ochre, Blue, White Abstract Patterns
Located in Kent, CT
Thoughtfully combined sections of varying textures and areas of pattern, stripes, circles, dots and undulations in cheerful, exuberant color. Little moments in vibrant shades of oran...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Topsyturfy-21st Century Painting of a Girl Floating in water
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
This painting is made by Dutch artist Jantien de Boer (1984, Classical Academy for Painting Groningen) The artist likes to tell a story in her paintin...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

"Israeli Road Block" - 1980 Original Abstract
Located in Soquel, CA
"Israeli Road Block" - 1980 Original Abstract Rich 1980's abstract oil painting titled "Israeli Road Block" by Bay Area artist Helen Konkoff (American, 1912-1988). Hues of browns, g...
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1980s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Brooke Major, "Wild Horses", 36x36 Sculptural White Equine Horse Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"Wild Horses", 36x36 is an oil painting on canvas by the artist Brooke Major. Depicted in white is two wild horses mid run. The artist uses layers and layers of white oil paint to me...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

The Distant King III by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting, mountain
Located in Paris, FR
The Distant King III is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 85 × 120 cm (33.5 × 47.2 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframe...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

" White Landscape " Abstract Painting, One of a Kind , made in Italy
Located in Agrigento, AG
Landscape mixed media on canvas 50x50 cm Original Art Ready to Hang her painting tells of the relationship between man, nature and time, the landscape, the sign and the trace, thr...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Landscape, Original Oil Paint on Canvas , Made in Italy By Marilina Marchica
Located in Agrigento, AG
Landscape Oil and Collage on Canvas 116x89 cm 2024 PaperLandscape" by Marilina Marchica is a unique, original artwork (116x89 cm) created using a mixed media technique that combines...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Oil

Free falling in Love - Contemporary Architecture Oil Painting
Located in DE
Lilly Muth's architectural paintings transport viewers on a visual journey to a different world, where imagination knows no bounds and the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Root IV by Joachim van der Vlugt - Semi-abstract painting, blue tones, tree
Located in Paris, FR
Root IV is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Joachim van der Vlugt, dimensions are 150 × 130 cm (59.1 × 51.2 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and comes ...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Chisel" Contemporary Abstract Magenta Ombre Shaped Concentric Oval Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Magenta and white abstract contemporary concentric oval shaped painting by Houston, TX artist David Hardaker. Signed, titled, and dated by the artist on the reverse. Artist Statemen...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Colorful Geometric Abstract - 1969 Original Oil On Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
Colorful Geometric Abstract - 1969 Original Oil On Canvas Rich 1969 abstract oil painting by Bay Area artist Helen Konkoff (American, 1912-1988). Geometric shapes consisting of hues...
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1960s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Hide My Kisses" Colorful Pop Art Hearts Abstract Painting on Paper
Located in New York, NY
Motivated by bold color and fast brushwork, we are moved by the simplicity and thick textured acrylics and oils in these works. Shaoul’s “My Heart Collection” is a vibrant and energe...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic, Archival Paper

Piano - Contemporary Coral Pink Orange Abstract Patterns Blue Stripes, 2021
Located in Kent, CT
This contemporary, colorful abstract oil painting on panel is composed of carefully combined sections of various textures and areas of pattern, circles, dots and undulations, in exub...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Shared Vision
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Shared Vision," a captivating artwork by Abiodun Nafiu Azeez, beautifully encapsulates the idea of unity and collaboration. In this piece, Azeez skillfu...
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1990s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Aude de Voc - Renouveao
Located in Paris, IDF
Acrylic & oil on canvas Aude de Voc is a self-taught contemporary painter born in 1978 who lives and works in Paris, France. Desiring to transform, confront and mix materials, her w...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

21
Located in Kansas City, MO
Katherine Bello Title: 21 Oil on canvas Year: 2021 Dimensions: 40"x30"x1.5" Signed by hand Canvas on stretcher frame - ready to hang COA provided ---------------------------------- Katherine Bello's aim as an artist is to capture a sense of place, a moment of time, or a feeling - to evoke a sense of wonder. Bello loves paint and paint brushes; bold, gestural mark-making and the interplay of color. She is influenced by light and landscape, poetry, history and science. Formerly educated in Chemical Engineering and Interior Design, Bello is drawn to the process of creating Something out of Nothing. Abstract, abstract art, contemporary art, Contemporary Fine Art, Fine Art, Painting, acrylic, Jackson Pollack, Mark Rothko, Kandinsky, Franz Kline, Lee Krasner, Helen Frankenthaler, Robert Motherwell, Mark Rothko, Amy...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Dripping Dots - Spain" Red Gradient Colorful Abstract Oil Painting Canvas
Located in New York, NY
With layers of bright oils and whisking brush strokes, the paint is able to shine and shimmer in a very unique pattern. The artist uses thick textured oils and hand embellished piece...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Silver, Gold Leaf

"Studio Sweepings" Contemporary Large-Scale Surreal Figurative Abstract Interior
Located in Soquel, CA
Contemporary large scale surreal figurative abstract interior scene by Bay Area artist Michael Pauker (American, b. 1957). Titled "Studio Sweepings" on verso. Signed "Michael Pauker"...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Linen

"Fort Smith Hotel" by Hiroshi Sato, Original Painting, Landscape
Located in Denver, CO
"Fort Smith Hotel, 2024" is a captivating original oil on canvas by Hiroshi Sato, a contemporary master of the medium known for his meticulous attention to light and form. Measuring ...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Three" Yellow, Red, Purple Large Scale Floral Petal Oil Painting
Located in East Quogue, NY
Edie Nadelhaft “Three” Oil on canvas, 48 x 44 inches. Offered unframed. Edie Nadelhaft's bold, large-scale, colorful monolithic oil paintings of bodega flowers were born from her ea...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Jump Omega - Abstract - figurative oil painting
Located in Chicago, IL
Oil on canvas 30 x 22 inches 75 x 55 cm Born in Thessaloniki, Greece, Kostis Georgiou studied stage scenery in Florence (1981-1982), painting and sculpture in the School of Fine...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil

"My Let the Good Times Roll Heart" Oil Painting on Wood with White Floater Frame
Located in New York, NY
Motivated by bold color and fast brushwork, we are moved by the simplicity and thick textured oil paints in these works. Shaoul’s “My Heart Collection” is a vibrant and energetic dis...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Board, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Afternoon Reverie - male nude painting by Orielle Anais
Located in Carmel, CA
“Afternoon Reverie” by Orielle Anaïs Oil on Canvas 60 × 48 in. This large-scale work by California-based artist Orielle Anaïs features a nude male figure in a moment of quiet repos...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

"My Noir Mini Heart" Black & White Contemporary Oil Painting with Frame
Located in New York, NY
Motivated by bold color and fast brushwork, we are moved by the simplicity and thick textured oil paints in these works. Shaoul’s “My Heart Collection” is a vibrant and energetic dis...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Board

"Landscape" Contemporary oil Paint, Made in Italy By Marilina Marchica
Located in Agrigento, AG
Landscape mixed media on cotton canvas 120x100 cm original paint Ready to hang Marilina Marchica, born in Agrigento, where she works and lives, she graduated in Painting at the Ac...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Cotton, Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic

Sister Midnight - Contemporary Abstract Pattern Landscape Painting Blue, 2021
Located in Kent, CT
In this contemporary oil painting in linen mounted on panel, carefully ordered patterns, geometric shapes and delicate lines in bright teal, light green, robin's egg blue and pale pe...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Linen, Oil, Panel

"My Turquoise Butterfly" Contemporary Pop Art Oil Painting w Black Floater Frame
Located in New York, NY
Motivated by bold color and fast brushwork, we are moved by the simplicity and thick textured oil paints in these works. Shaoul’s “My Butterfly Collection” is a vibrant and energetic...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Board

Sophie Berger, Walking in the Teign Valley, Landscape Art, Affordable Art
Located in Deddington, GB
Sophie Berger Walking in the Teign Valley Original Landscapes Oil Paint on Canvas Image size: H:15 cm x W:21 cm Frame Size: H:20 cm x W:26 cm x D:4cm Sold Framed Please note that ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Found Love in Portofino" Colorful Pop Art Hearts Abstract Painting on Paper
Located in New York, NY
Motivated by bold color and fast brushwork, we are moved by the simplicity and thick textured acrylics and oils in these works. Shaoul’s “My Heart Collection” is a vibrant and energe...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic, Archival Paper

Double Daisies Diptych, Original Painting, Landscape, Nature, Flowers
Located in Deddington, GB
This work is the right hand panel of a pair of painting which form a diptych. The diptych comprises two panels depicting a traditional wildflower meadow in full bloom. Although the p...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

"My Bright Star Heart" Colorful Oil Painting on Wood with White Floater Frame
Located in New York, NY
Motivated by bold color and fast brushwork, we are moved by the simplicity and thick textured oil paints in these works. Shaoul’s “My Heart Collection” is a vibrant and energetic dis...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Board, Mixed Media

Dots by Detlef Aderhold - Large Energetic Contemporary Abstract Painting
Located in DE
Artist: Detlef E. Aderhold Medium: Mixed Media on Canvas Edition: Original Abstract Painting in Turquoise, Green, Yellow, Blue, Red and Black About the Artist: Detlef E. Aderhold is a contemporary abstract painter from Germany. "Detlef Aderhold...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Lacquer, Coffee, Oil, Acrylic

"My Emerald Teal Birkin Heart" Pop Art Oil Painting on Wood White Floater Frame
Located in New York, NY
Motivated by bold color and fast brushwork, we are moved by the simplicity and thick textured oil paints in these works. Shaoul’s “My Heart Collection” is a vibrant and energetic dis...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Board

Atopos I - by Stefan Heyer Contemporary abstract oil painting
Located in DE
Stefan Heyer’s gestural abstracts delve into personal and collective histories, drawing inspiration from pop culture, esoteric philosophy, and the complexities of our postmodern digi...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Recurring Dream
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Blue, lavender, purple, water, sky 31 x 31" Inspired by the drama of nature and light, Cynthia creates abstracted landscapes with oil on canvas.
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

The Season of Heaven - Large majestic abstract blue seascape painting
Located in Broomfield, CO
A painting dedicated to the wide open expanse of time stretching out before me like a magic carpet. I battled cancer in 2024. I wept and wept. I believed this world didn’t want me an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Things We See Towards the End, 2020, acrylic, oil, thread, yellow, abstract
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Things We See Towards the End, 2020, acrylic, oil, graphite, pastel, thread, nails and yarn on canvas. Spider web. Blue, yellow, red, black, white, pink abstract. Custom framed in a...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Thread, Yarn, Pastel, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Graphite

Embracing the Sun - Contemporary Architecture Pool House Oil Painting
Located in DE
Lilly Muth's architectural paintings transport viewers on a visual journey to a different world, where imagination knows no bounds and the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Paper Landscape , Orignal Art, Large size, By Marilina Marchica
Located in Agrigento, AG
"**Paper Landscape**" is a unique artwork created by Marilina Marchica, combining collage and painting on canvas. The piece measures 100x120 cm with a 3.5 cm edge. This non-reproduci...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Handmade Paper

Sisters in the Garden
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Sisters in the Garden," created by Abiodun Nafiu Azeez, is a heartwarming and evocative artwork that portrays the bond between three sisters. The piece exudes a sense of unity, love, and shared experiences as the sisters are depicted in a garden setting. Azeez's artistry beautifully captures the essence of sisterhood, emphasizing the connections and memories they create together. Through vibrant colors and meticulous detail, the artist conveys the joy and companionship found within the relationships among siblings. "Sisters in the Garden" is a touching tribute to the profound and enduring connections that sisters share, making it a truly special and emotionally resonant work of art. Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery) About Artist Abiodun Nafiu Azeez is an accomplished artist with a diverse background in contemporary painting, particularly Osogbo art. However, his true passion lies in abstract expression, where he seeks to promote African art, culture, and nature. Influenced by his artist father, he paints to preserve memories and connect with broader societal concerns. Abiodun's artistic style is characterized by the abstraction and simplification of human compositions. He employs vibrant oil colors, often focusing on primary colors that transition into secondary and tertiary hues. His subjects stand out against neutral backgrounds, creating a harmonious balance in his paintings. A prominent feature in his works is the use of red, blue, and yellow tones, subtly blended to emphasize form and shape. His artistic journey includes training under renowned bead painting contemporary artist Jimoh Buraimoh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

"My Petit Blue Heart" Blue & White Pop Art Contemporary Oil Painting with Frame
Located in New York, NY
Motivated by bold color and fast brushwork, we are moved by the simplicity and thick textured oil paints in these works. Shaoul’s “My Heart Collection” is a vibrant and energetic dis...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Board

Transformation 6. Abstract oil on canvas painting, Big scale, Polish artist
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary big scale oil on canvas abstract painting by Polish artist Klaudia Lata. This piece is mostly in black with emerald. Painting has abstract shape that resemble biomorphic...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Store Lot" by Hiroshi Sato, Original Painting, Figurative Landscape
Located in Denver, CO
Hiroshi Sato's "Store Lot" (2024) is an original oil on canvas artwork, measuring 30 x 60 inches. "Store Lot" is sold unframed but is ready to hang. This unique artwork is perfect ...
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2010s Contemporary Oil Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

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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.

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