Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

pastel on paper

pastel on paper

pastel on paper

pastel on paper

In her striking new piece Lemon Light, French contemporary artist Natalya Mougenot invites us to pause and savor life’s simplest pleasures. This evocative still life, painted in an A...

Yari Ostovany is an American abstract artist of Iranian origins. He has lived in Tehran, Cologne, Los Angeles, San Francisco and in Reno. He is currently based in New York City. His ...

Two seated figures, 2019, 30x40 inches, oil on canvas, signed lower right. Artist certificate of authentic is included. The distinct quality of Koko’s painti...

This artwork makes part of my new period in my artistic expression. This painting dedicated to "Women" series is a special one since it is all about my strong deep personal transfor...

Michel Guignard Surrealist Rose, 1997 Original acrylic and gouache painting Hand signed and dated at the bottom left Signed on the back On canson paper 65 x 50 cm (c. 25,5 x 19,6 in...

Artist: Sally Kissinger Wilt (American, 1936-2004) Title: End of Street I Year: Circa 1963 Medium: oil on canvas Size: 48 x 53 inches unframed Signature: Signed “Wilt” reverse Condi...

Title: Guardians of Joy Original. Authentic. One-of-a-kind. Investment, Heartfelt. Colorful. Show stopper. Conversation piece. Exclusive. The Guardians - Journey to Joy is a brilli...

Everyone gets exhausted differently in life; while waiting for the right person, someone putting up with the wrong person. And everybody pays for something; sometimes your choices, s...

"Flying Dragon" (FRAMED) Abstract Painting 60 x 48 inch by Yoram Katz Medium: Acrylic and Enamel on Canvas ABOUT THE ARTIST: Born in Israel. Graduated from the Bazelel Art Academy ...

French contemporary artist Natalya Mougenot invites us into a world of expressive simplicity and emotional depth with her painting "Dreams in the Shade". This intimate composition po...

Artist: Nerea Caos Title: The Woman Who Smiles Without Reason Year: 2025 Technique: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 19.7 x 15.7 in (50 x 40 cm) Framing: Unframed Style: Abstract Expression...

Jean-François LARRIEU (1960) (France) is an artist born in 1960 The oldest auction result ever registered on the website for an artwork by this artist...

Andreas Claussen’s "Stand Your Ground Even When There is None" (2025) is a striking oil painting that blends surrealism and contemporary realism. Measuring 31.5 x 63 inches, this com...

Lady with a Hat Abstract Expressionist Heavy Impasto Figurative Original Oil Abstract Expressionist painting of a close-up, expressive portrait of a woman by an unknow artist, rende...

Abstract Expressionist painting of Bay Area Hills by Honora Berg Berkeley San Francisco Bay Area abstract expressionist landscape by Honora Berg (American, 1897-1985). A brilliant e...

Double sided figurative abstract by San Jose, California area artist Daniel David Fuentes (American, 1978-2016). San Francisco bay area abstract expressionist and landscape artist du...

The figure is dreaming of the magic one finds at the fair. There floats a carousel with horses and abstract concepts of what ones find at the fair including beautiful dancers. In a d...

Title: The Bridge Builder Abstract Colorful Original Authentic Striking Invest Joy Love Figurative Beauty This series expresses the road to freedom and liberation, with Karnish's u...

Vintage Latin American School Figurative Abstract of a Lady in a Red Landscape. Intriguing and moody piece by California-based Latin American artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). This piece features a dark red abstracted background. On the left side of the piece, the outline of a building is visible providing the sense of a cityscape. Diagonal lines cross at the base of the woman's body and then fade backward into space. The red tones of the background are accentuated by large swaths of blue-toned blacks. The woman fades into this background, her pale face being the eye-catching center of the painting. Behind her, another figure rendered in simple shapes is just visible. Signed "de silva 86" in bottom left corner Acquired with a collection of the artist's work. Canvas size: 20"H x 16"W From a collection of Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia. DeSilva was born in Brazil and grew up in Los Angeles. He was a gallery owner, first in Santa Barbara in the 1960's and 70's, then in San Jose in the 1980's. He was dedicated to promoting the work of talented upcoming artists, including Kogyo and Hasui Kiyochika, Robert Frame, Jim Stuckenberg...

Medium: Oil on linen canvas Canvas size: 30 x 30 cm (11.81 x 11.81 in) Framed size: 37 x 37 cm (14.56 x 14.56 in) Frame: American box frame in natural wood Year: 2025 Style: Abstrac...

An abstract Mid-Century piece with dark color tones accentuated with the use of basic colors, blue, red and yellow. In this abstract composition we can see outlined 4 figures, to the...

Black and white abstract painting from the studio of Sax Berlin

"Blast" (FRAMED) Abstract Painting 72 x 48 in by Yoram Katz Medium: Enamel and spray paint on Canvas Size framed: 73 x 49 in ABOUT THE ARTIST: Born in Israel. Graduated from the ...

A mid-century French Abstract Expressionist oil on board painting of an orange seller by Raphael Arnal. Presented in a gilt wood frame. Signed an...

Title: Blue Fish in the Sky Large and strikingly beautiful abstract expressionistic artwork. This piece will create a beautiful focal point in any collectors establishment or home. ...

"Team II" is an evocative piece from Andreas Claussen that depicts an abstract scene of an astronaut and a flamingo. Andreas Claussen (b. 1988, Hanover, Germany) is a pioneering oi...

Italian illustrator Gianni Benvenuti depicts a dramatic scene from the epic Spanish novel by Miguel de Cervantes. With unrivaled skill, Benvenuti captures a peak moment of drama when...

Relentique is an evocative artwork that delves into the profound emotional state of feeling isolated and invisible, even amidst a crowd. The title, derived from the sensation of "int...

I still stare at my phone waiting for it to ring and hoping your name appears, I still wait for festive season hoping to get your delicious meals one last time and a chance to say go...

This piece is an abstract composition done with mixed media, oil and acrylic paints on linen. The artist explores an incredible world filled with color and expressive brush strokes. ...

Andreas Claussen’s "Search" (2022) is a striking oil painting that blends surrealism and contemporary realism. Measuring 31.5 x 47.2 inches, this compelling work depicts a lone astro...

Andreas Claussen’s "Have a Good Navigation System" (2023) is a striking oil painting that blends surrealism and contemporary realism. Measuring 31.5 x 31.5 inches, this compelling wo...

Ralph Rosenborg (American, 1913-1992) Mountain Weed with Two Clouds, oil on jute canvas, canvas is hand signed recto and verso, artists label and Snyder Fine Art gallery label, The p...

"Behind Green Eyes" is a compelling mixed media portrait by French contemporary artist Natalya Speaks, part of her evocative Women series—an introspective journey into the female exp...

"Woman Under Layers of Paint" (FRAMED) Abstract Painting 72x48 in by Yoram Katz Medium: Magazins' Pics, Acrylic & Enamel on Canvas Size framed: 73 x 49 in ABOUT THE ARTIST: Born ...

Richard Andres American, 1927-2013 Untitled, c. 1980 acrylic and ink on paper mounted on canvas signed lower right 24 x 20 inches 25 x 21 inches, framed Note: Minor abrasion on lowe...

Bold brushstrokes of deep green, black, burnt umber, gold and more result in an exciting, dynamic abstract by Norman Liebman (American, 20th c.). Signed "Liebman" lower right. Unfram...

Richard Andres American, 1927-2013 Untitled, c. 1980 acrylic and ink on paper mounted on canvas 12 x 10 inches Richard Andres was born in Buffalo, New York in 1927. A graduate of th...

This contemporary abstract expressive portrait of a woman was created by French-based Kazakhstani artist Natalya, who now lives and works in Lyon. "Before the Mirror" captures a youn...

Swiss artist Edith Konrad paints figurative abstract compositions with mixed media on canvas. She layers her expression of her emotional response to the subjects with dynamic texture...

"Arabic Calligraphy 7" Abstract Painting 24" x 29.5" inch by Mohamed Hassan Medium: ink on decorative paper Mohamed Hassan is a traditional Arabic calligraphist, he obtained his of...

"Empowered Modesty," created by French artist Natalya Mougenot, is a compelling addition to her series dedicated to exploring themes related to women. The piece emphasizes the streng...

Blurring the distinction between figure and abstract settings, Swiss artist Edith Konrad’s spectral forms—human in shape—inhabit muted abstract environm...

This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online. Bursting with life and energy, New Beginnings is a vivid celeb...

Nautical freighter with subtle lavenders in this oil painting are not typical, yet it is very appealing to the eye and looks magnificent above your mantle. An extremely collectible...

Joseph Glasco (American, 1925-1996) Standing Man, 1955 India ink and gouache on textured paper 10 x 8 inches 16.75 x 13.5 inches, framed Joseph Glasco was born in Paul’s Valley, Okl...

Francesca Owen is an award winning contemporary fine art painter and a former Slade graduate where she studied under some influential artists such as Dame Phyllida Barlow RA CBE, And...

Painting Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, this is not a print or other type of copy. Signed on the front side and accompanied by a Certificate of Auth...

This contemporary figurative piece with abstract touches, depicting two women, was created by French artist Natalya Mougenot. Through her dynamic approach, Mougenot explores the intr...

This abstract spiritual painting, titled "How Can I Help?", created by French artist Natalya Mougenot, is a powerful expression of the artist's personal journey and her deep belief i...

"Sentinel" (2024) by Jessica Cook is an original, handmade oil painting on canvas mounted on panel. This piece depicts a hawk sitting in an abstracted tree.

97. Orange Cocktail 120 x 120 cm. original acrylic painting Born in Badalona (Barcelona). Photographer and advertising film director. Founding partner of the advertising production...

Richard Andres (American, 1927-2013) Interior, 1976 acrylic on canvas signed lower right, signed and titled verso 50 x 59.5 inches Richard Andres was born in Buffalo, New York in 1927. A graduate of the Cleveland Institute of Art in 1950, he was immediately drafted and served for two years in the army as a mural painter. He received his Master of Arts from Kent State in 1961. A frequent exhibitor at galleries and museums and winner of multiple May Show prizes, Andres taught art in the Cleveland Public Schools for 28 years, as well as teaching the University of Buffalo, the Cleveland Institute of Art and the Western Reserve University. Very little in Richard Andres’ childhood would have predicted his love of classical music, mid-century-modern architecture and certainly not his lifelong passion for art and in particular abstract art. Richard’s father, Raymond, had no more than a third-grade education, and his mother, Clara, was one of thirteen children – only three of whom lived into adulthood and none of whom attended high school. They lived, when Richard was a boy, in a dingy area of Buffalo, NY in a walk-up apartment situated above a tavern. Raymond and Clara supplemented the income from their factory jobs in the bar downstairs with Raymond playing ragtime on the piano and Clara serving drinks. This often left Richard and his two older brothers at home alone to fend for themselves. The two older boys, Raymond and Russell, were - unlike Richard- rather rough and tumble and entertained themselves with stickball, boxing and the like. Richard, on the other hand, from a very young age liked to draw, or better yet even, to paint with the small set of watercolors he received for Christmas one year. Paper, however, at the height of the depression, was hard to come by. Luckily, Clara used paper doilies as decoration for the apartment and Richard would contentedly paint and then cut up doilies, gluing the pieces together to create collages. At eight-years-old, he discovered the Albright-Knox Museum (then known as the Albright Art Gallery) and spent several hours a week there studying the paintings. He was particularly fond of Charles Burchfield‘s landscapes, enamored with their ‘messiness’ and thinking that they somehow captured more ‘feeling’ than works he was previously familiar with. For his tenth Christmas, he asked for and received a ‘how-to’ paint book by Elliot O’Hare. Through this self-teaching, he assembled the portfolio needed for acceptance to Buffalo Technical High School where he studied Advertising Arts. In his Junior year, he was encouraged to enter a watercolor painting, “Two Barns,” in the national 1944-45 Ingersoll Art Award Contest and was one of twelve grand prize winners – each one winning one hundred dollars. More importantly the painting was exhibited at the Carnegie Institute Galleries, which resulted in his winning a national scholarship to the Cleveland School of Art (The Cleveland Art Institute). He flourished at the art school under the tutelage of faculty members such as Carl Gaertner, as well as that of visiting artists such as William Sommer and Henry George Keller. He would say in later years that Gaertner, in particular, influenced his attitude toward life as well as art. “Gaertner,” Andres said, “believed that there was no need to be a ‘tortured artist’, that an artist should rather enjoy beauty, family, and life in general.” Free to spend his days as he chose, he wandered the Cleveland Art Museum for most of the hours he was not attending classes or painting; the remaining time was spent drinking coffee at a local hangout with art school friends – which is where he met fellow Henry Keller scholarship winner, Avis Johnson. Richard was immediately smitten with Avis, but being rather shy, it took him the entire summer of 1948 to build up his courage to ask her out. Over that summer he ‘thought about Avis’ and worked in a diner to save money. He also used the hundred-dollar prize money won in High School to visit the first Max Beckmann retrospective in the United States at the City Art Museum in St. Louis. Over a half century later he spoke of that exhibit with a reverence usually reserved for spiritual matters, “I walked in and it was like nothing I had ever seen before... the color...It just glowed.” Returning to campus in the Fall, the first thing he did was go to the coffee shop in hopes of finding Avis. He did, and she, upon seeing him, realized that she was also smitten with him. They quickly became known as ‘the couple’ on campus, and a year later, with Richard being drafted for the Korean war, they were quickly married by a Justice of the Peace, celebrating after with family at Avis’s Cleveland home. As a gift, faculty member John Paul Miller...

R. Poch. 121 original acrylic painting Born in Badalona (Barcelona). Photographer and advertising film director. Founding partner of the advertising production company La Cosa de la...

I know what it's like to feel tired, feel torn, not just physically. The world that we live in is an exhausting place to be. It is wearing. It is thankless. It is endlessly trying a...

Exceptional mid century Abstract Expressionist figurative painting from her study with David Park by Honora Berg (American, 1897-1985). Signed lower right "Honora Berg" and on verso. Unframed. Image 36"H x 30"W. Berg studied at the San Francisco Art Institute with David Park, Elmer Bischoff, and James Budd Dixon. Berg's friend Edith Truesdell...