Abstract Figurative Paintings
ABSTRACT STYLE
Beginning in the early 20th century, abstract art became a leading style of modernism. Rather than portray the world in a way that represented reality, as had been the dominating style of Western art in the previous centuries, abstract paintings, prints and sculptures are marked by a shift to geometric forms, gestural shapes and experimentation with color to express ideas, subject matter and scenes.
Although abstract art flourished in the early 1900s, propelled by movements like Fauvism and Cubism, it was rooted in the 19th century. In the 1840s, J.M.W. Turner emphasized light and motion for atmospheric paintings in which concrete details were blurred, and Paul Cézanne challenged traditional expectations of perspective in the 1890s.
Some of the earliest abstract artists — Wassily Kandinsky and Hilma af Klint — expanded on these breakthroughs while using vivid colors and forms to channel spiritual concepts. Painter Piet Mondrian, a Dutch pioneer of the art movement, explored geometric abstraction partly owing to his belief in Theosophy, which is grounded in a search for higher spiritual truths and embraces philosophers of the Renaissance period and medieval mystics. Black Square, a daringly simple 1913 work by Russian artist Kazimir Malevich, was a watershed statement on creating art that was free “from the dead weight of the real world,” as he later wrote.
Surrealism in the 1920s, led by artists such as Salvador Dalí, Meret Oppenheim and others, saw painters creating abstract pieces in order to connect to the subconscious. When Abstract Expressionism emerged in New York during the mid-20th century, it similarly centered on the process of creation, in which Helen Frankenthaler’s expressive “soak-stain” technique, Jackson Pollock’s drips of paint, and Mark Rothko’s planes of color were a radical new type of abstraction.
Conceptual art, Pop art, Hard-Edge painting and many other movements offered fresh approaches to abstraction that continued into the 21st century, with major contemporary artists now exploring it, including Anish Kapoor, Mark Bradford, El Anatsui and Julie Mehretu.
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Style: Abstract
Summer Idyl, abstract expressionist painting by Cleveland School artist
Located in Beachwood, OH
Richard Andres
American, 1927-2013
Summer Idyl, c. 1985
acrylic and ink on paper mounted on canvas
signed lower right, signed and titled verso
44.75 x 62.75 inches
Richard Andres wa...
Category
1980s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic
"My Pink Diamond Heart" Pink and White Pop Art Oil Painting with Floater Frame
By Cindy Shaoul
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...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Glass, Oil
The Love we Share by G. de Seguin Figurative contemporary Painting
Located in DE
Contemporary figurative painting with lots of details and movement. Beautiful statement piece for any art collection. Combining a lot of different colors in any interiors and settin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
"Renewal" (2024) by Josh Sorrell, Original Oil Painting, Surreal Portrait
Located in Denver, CO
"Renewal" (2024) by Josh Sorrell depicts a abstract expressionist portrait of a woman in shining blue light. This painting measures 14 x 11 x 2 inches and is unframed but ready to ha...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
North Shore: abstract painting evoking a night ocean landscape w/ blue & purple
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
This is an abstract acrylic painting on masonite board evoking a night time seascape or ocean landscape. Predominant colors are blues and purples. Signed "Jomac" lower right, also s...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Acrylic
Heavenly Gaze
By Jamali
Located in Mc Lean, VA
Pastel pigment on cork
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Pastel, Mixed Media
$48,500
Robert Tosa Mid Century Modern Abstract Portraits c.1952
Located in San Francisco, CA
Robert Tosa Mid Century Modern Abstract Portraits c.1952
Outstanding Mid Century Modern Painting.
Various abstract portraits of a dancer.
Original oil on board housed in a handsom...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Girl with Blue Balloons" Parisian Figure w Dog Haute Couture Oil Painting
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
“Girl with Balloons” was created from a vision aritst Cindy Shaoul had during the height of the pandemic. She wanted to create a piece with a light heart but also translate a message...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Take Me to Pairs" Figure in Chanel Gown French Haute Couture Oil Painting
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
Exploring the purity of the feminine form and the drama of French haute couture, artist Cindy Shaoul creates a dialogue between the figurative and the abstract. Her spirited composit...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
$6,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Lavande II
Located in Dallas, TX
Oil on 300gr Bristol paper
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Contemporary abstract impressionist oil painting on paper "Two avocados"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This contemporary still life oil painting on paper, format A4 (21 x 29.7 cm / 8.3 x 11.7 inches), features two avocados by renowned French artist Natalya Moiugenot. Part of her accla...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Paper
Na Kumuwaiwai Hohonu, Underwater Spirt - Hawaiian Symbolist Figurative
Located in Soquel, CA
Na Kumuwaiwai Hohonu, Underwater Spirt - Hawaiian Symbolist Figurative
Hawaiian symbolist nocturnal figurative of glowing whispy figure underwater with mountains and red coral garden by Marguerite Louis Blasingame (American; 1906-1947), circa 1940-45. Marguerite and her husband Frank Blasingame...
Category
1940s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
ROGER HERSON (1922-2008) SIGNED FRENCH ABSTRACT PAINTING - MOVING NUDE FIGURE
By Roger Herson
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Abstract Composition"
by Roger Herson (French 1922-2008)
signed lower right hand-side,
gouache painting on thin card, unframed
painting: 20 x 14 inches
Superb original abstract painting by the very well listed French abstract and surrealist artist, Roger Herson (1922-2008). The painting has excellent provenance, having come from the artists estate in northern France.
Roger Herson (1922-2008) was a French abstract, cubist and surrealist painter from Rouen, France. Influenced by Picasso, Braque and Léger, he infuses the canvas with a frenzied and tonic movement, a rigorous construction and a personal graphic power. Painter of woman, desire and fantasies, Herson draws his inspiration from the verve and surrealist movement inspired by Georgio de Chirico...
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gouache
St. George, Painting. From the Series Figures
Located in Miami Beach, FL
"For Jose Ignacio Suarez an abyss of time and space distances him from those who were the first inhabitants of the Brazilian coasts and of this vast American continent. His initial l...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Original butterfly oil painting by prominent & searchable artist Steve McElroy.
Located in Dallas, TX
This artist's butterfly work is in the current Veranda Magazine with Jan Showers.
"Butterfly" original oil on canvas painting by Steve McElroy, 2024. B...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Do You Like What You See?
Located in Barcelona, BARCELONA
All her work represents emotions on canvas. Abstract and figurative paintings.
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"I Carry You Study" (2023) By Andreas Claussen, Original Oil Painting on Panel
Located in Denver, CO
"I Carry You Study" is an evocative piece from Andreas Claussen that depicts an abstract scene of an astronaut sitting on the shoulders of another astronaut.
Andreas Claussen (b. 1...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
ORÍ GUERREIRO DANIEL NA COVA DOS LEÕES, Painting. From the Series Figures
Located in Miami Beach, FL
For Jose Ignacio Suarez an abyss of time and space distances him from those who were the first inhabitants of the Brazilian coasts and of this vast American continent. His initial la...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Brainiac VII Abstract
Located in Soquel, CA
Large-scale abstract with multi-colored brains layered on a neutral background by Bay Area artist Michael Pauker (American, b.1957). Unsigned, but was acquired with a collection of h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Abstraction 5. 1965, paper, gouache, 83, 5 x 59, 5 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Abstraction 5. 1965, paper, gouache, 83,5x59,5 cm
Gunars Klava (1933 – 1989)
Gunars Klava was born in 1933 in Priekule.
1953 - graduated from J. Rosenthal Art School
1964 - began t...
Category
1960s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Gouache
$1,146 Sale Price
20% Off
Rosie Red - Romantic Red and Pink Floral Painting Expressive Still Life Bouquet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Georgia-based artist Kellie Newsome specializes in dynamic and abstracted still-life artworks. Her expressive style emphasizes line structure, creating vibrant paintings that celebra...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Bay Area Abstract Expressionist Standing Nude from Behind in Oil on Cardboard
By Honora Berg
Located in Soquel, CA
Bay Area Expressionist Standing Nude from Behind in Oil on Cardboard
Standing nude woman from behind by Honora Berg (American, 1897-1985). Bold...
Category
1950s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Illustration Board
Avec Jeune IV
Located in Dallas, TX
acrylic on paper
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
Sea and Sand III
Located in Dallas, TX
Ink & gold on paper
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gold
The Hills
Located in Dallas, TX
Oil on canvas
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Tangled Knot" 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 Figurative Paintings
Materials
Archival Paper, Pencil, Mixed Media, Pen
Ramon Poch Woman over Green 100 x 130 cm acrylic painting
By Ramon Poch
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
23.-Woman over green 100 x 130 cm acrylic painting
Born in Badalona (Barcelona).
Photographer and advertising film director.
Founding partner of the advertising production company ...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Mirage - landscape impressionistic painting on linen canvas with red roses
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Look at a tree, a flower, a plant. Let your awareness rest upon it. How still they are, how deeply rooted in Being. Allow nature to teach you stillness."
— Eckhart Tolle
Let your g...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Acrylic
Chicken, 78x54cm, acrylic, paper
Located in Yerevan, AM
Chicken, 2023, 78x54 cm
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Pastel, Acrylic
$600 Sale Price
25% Off
Giftwrap Drifter
By Lizzie Scott
Located in Dallas, TX
flashe on paper
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper
The Red Dress 1 - Oil Painting on Canvas, Framed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bettina Mauel expresses vitality and sensuality in her abstract and figurative paintings. “I paint what I experience,” she articulates. “This includes landscapes, dancers and peopl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Colorful Portrait Painting on Board by Peter Keil w Tiffany Blue Background
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
This modern abstract painting by Peter Keil is on a smooth masonite board with a painted Tiffany Blue background, black abstract portrait. Here you ...
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
Sensual Belly Dancers, Morocco
By LeRoy Neiman
Located in Miami, FL
We are presenting a rare opportunity to acquire one of Leroy Neiman's best and most compelling paintings. It is a statement piece. A combination of enticing subject matter with a mon...
Category
1960s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Otherside
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
“Otherside” is 72”x 60”. Mid-range blues and grays are in sharp contrast to dark sections of deep red and black. The off-center figure sidles up to a mass of frenzied strokes and ch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$68,800
Sitting with the Shadows: framed painting w/ photos, Black African American art
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
This is a large, framed acrylic painting with collaged photographs, gold leaf, metallic paint, and other mixed media. Is it by artist Lavett Ballard, who is the first Black woman to ...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
In crowd, 78x54cm, acrylic, paper
Located in Yerevan, AM
In crowd, 2023, 78x54 cm
The work is sold without a frame.
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Pastel, Acrylic
$750 Sale Price
25% Off
Mistaken Catenary: small painting on panel in red & blue w/ multi-colored lines
By Paula Cahill
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
Paula Cahill's linear abstract compositions are often comprised of a single, luminous line that meanders, changes color, and seamlessly connects back to itself. This piece combines C...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Vinyl, Wood Panel
Large John Hultberg SF Bay Area Artist Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Surfside, FL
John Hultberg
Oil on canvas
Panorama of pictures. 1998
Hand signed lower right, J. Hultberg ‘98.
Artist, date, and title written on verso.
Canvas 25.5”H x 35”W, Frame 26”H x 35.5”...
Category
1990s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
R Poch Faces Happy Birthday 43 original acrylic painting
By Ramon Poch
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
43 Happy Birthday 200x50 cm original acrylic painting
Born in Badalona (Barcelona).
Photographer and advertising film director.
Founding partner of the advertising production compa...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
"My Twinkling Heart" Silver Blue + Pink Pop Art Oil Painting with Floater Frame
By Cindy Shaoul
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...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board, Mixed Media
"A New Idea" in Blue - Figural Abstract Composition in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
"A New Idea" in Blue - Figural Abstract Composition in Acrylic on Paper
A bold abstract painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Large blue and red brushstrokes form the structure of this composition, with a seated figure in the misty background. What appears to be a cobalt blue vessel...
Category
1980s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
$1,320 Sale Price
20% Off
"My Pink & White Heart" Colorful Contemporary Oil Painting with Floater Frame
By Cindy Shaoul
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...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Cipher" (2024) by Josh Sorrell, Original Oil Portrait Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Cipher" (2024) by Josh Sorrell depicts a abstract expressionist portrait of a woman in reflected red light. This painting measures 14 x 2 x 11 inches and is unframed but ready to ha...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Flower Arranging (Abstract vs Figurative, Warm, Pink Yellow, Blue) (40% OFF)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Katherine Bello
Flower Arranging
Oil on canvas
2023
Size: 20x20x1.5in
Signed, dated and titled by hand
COA provided
Ref.: 924802-1870
*on stretcher frame - ready to hang
** addition...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Violin Serenade - Blue Grass in the Nude Acrylic Abstract Expressionist on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Violin Serenade - Blue Grass in the Nude Acrylic Abstract Expressionist on Paper
A nude reclining in an emerald green chair gives an interesting o...
Category
1970s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Inked Lines In A Rectangle
Located in Dallas, TX
ink on wave paper
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink
Mid Century Abstract Expressionist Painting-- "An Oblation to Shells"
Located in Soquel, CA
A dymanic mid century abstract expressionist painiting with geometric shapes in cool tones and two figures by Leslie Luverne Anderson (American, 1928-2009). Oil on masonite. Titled "...
Category
1960s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
Bound in Layers of Connection by G. de Seguin Figurative contemporary Painting
Located in DE
Contemporary figurative painting with lots of details and movement. Beautiful statement piece for any art collection. Combining a lot of different colors in any interiors and settin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Beneath The Surface. Contemporary Figurative Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
20 x 20 inch mixed media and oil painting on canvas.
Original artwork "Beneath the Surface" from the collection 'Fragments of Self', an exploration of hidden depths and resilience. ...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"My Lucky Heart" Diamond Dust Green and White Oil Painting with Floater Frame
By Cindy Shaoul
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...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Glass, Oil, Board
African Girl
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure
FREE Shipping Worldwide
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 (Issue by The Galley)
The colorful and flamboyant painting...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Awakening Together by Gaetan de Seguin Figurative contemporary Painting
Located in DE
Contemporary figurative painting with lots of details and movement. Beautiful statement piece for any art collection. Combining a lot of different colors in any interiors and settin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Contemporary big oil painting , Reformed Symmetry - Classical Composition.
Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA
This is one of largest painting done by Koko Hovaguimian - "Reformed Symmetry". Triptych, oil on 3 canvases.
Measuring an impressive 48x120 inches, "Reformed Symmetry" is a large-s...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Whispers of Spring among us by Gaetan de Seguin Figurative contemporary Painting
Located in DE
Contemporary figurative painting with lots of details and movement. Beautiful statement piece for any art collection. Combining a lot of different colors in any interiors and setting...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Study for Guidance, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Artist Onelio Marrero paints a tender mother and daughter moment in a river. Created as a figurative study for a larger painting of the same setting. The subj...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large scale Contemporary figurative abstract textured oil painting, brown/white
Located in Maricopa, AZ
"Concept of Individuality" is a large scale abstract figurative original painting by Svetlana Shalygina. In her signature fashion, it is a truly unique combination of intricate text...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"As The Crows Fly" (2025), Original Oil Painting on Canvas, Landscape with crows
Located in Denver, CO
"As The Crows Fly" by Terry Gardner is an original, handmade oil painting on canvas that depicts a landscape with flying crows. This painting measures 44 x 64 inches, framed and is r...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Sardines Painting School of Fish Oil on Canvas Palette Knife Art Impasto
Located in Zofingen, AG
Sardines Painting School of Fish Oil on Canvas Palette Knife Art Impasto
Artist draw her inspiration from interaction with underwater world while sc...
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Cotton Canvas
Large Double Panel Abstract Acrylic on Canvas Painting "Equivocal"
By Maico Camilo
Located in Cape Town, ZA
A unique, large scale, expressive artwork, with thick, impasto paint strokes and vivid gel textures. Includes Certificate of Authenticity.
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
The Phone Call, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
"It's all about the subject and the light," says artist Faye Vander Veer, when asked about her inspiration for this painting. "I saw this young girl talking on the phone while I was doing some sketching at a local coffeeshop. The light was the first thing that caught my eye, then I did a few sketches to design the composition. I kept wondering about her. I never saw her face, but it is so interesting to me how our lives can change in an instant all because of one phone call...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract figurative paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Abstract figurative paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add figurative paintings created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, orange, purple, red and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Cindy Shaoul, Simon Richard Halimi, Frank Arnold, and Judith Berry. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Oil Paint and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Abstract figurative paintings, so small editions measuring 1 inches across are also available. Prices for figurative paintings made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $121 and tops out at $570,000, while the average work sells for $2,500.
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