Expressionist Figurative Paintings
EXPRESSIONIST STYLE
While “expressionist” is used to describe any art that avoids naturalism and instead employs a bold use of flattened forms and intense brushwork, Expressionist art formally describes early-20th-century work from Europe that drew on Symbolism and confronted issues such as urbanization and capitalism. Expressionist artists experimented in paintings and prints with skewed perspectives, abstraction and unconventional, bright colors to portray how isolating and anxious the world felt rather than how it appeared.
Between 1905 and 1920, Austrian and German artists, in particular, were inspired by Postimpressionists such as Paul Gauguin and Vincent van Gogh in their efforts to strive for a new authenticity in their work. In its geometric patterns and decorative details, Expressionist art was also marked by eclectic sources like German and Russian folk art as well as tribal art from Africa and Oceania, which the movement’s practitioners witnessed at museums and world’s fairs.
Groups of artists came together to share and promote the themes now associated with Expressionism, such as Die Brücke (The Bridge) in Dresden, which included Erich Heckel, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff and investigated alienation and the dissolution of society in vivid color. In Munich, Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider), a group led by Wassily Kandinsky and Franz Marc, instilled Expressionism with a search for spiritual truths. In his iconic painting The Scream, prolific Norwegian painter Edvard Munch conveyed emotional turmoil through his depiction of environmental elements, such as the threatening sky.
Expressionism shifted around the outbreak of World War I, with artists using more elements of the grotesque in reaction to the escalation of unrest and violence. Printmaking was especially popular, as it allowed artists to widely disseminate works that grappled with social and political issues amid this time of upheaval. Although the art movement ended with the rise of Nazi Germany, where Expressionist creators were labeled “degenerate,” the radical ideas of these artists would influence Neo-Expressionism that emerged in the late 1970s with painters like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Francesco Clemente.
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Style: Expressionist
Le triomphe de la mort, 2000, oil on canvas by Jean Jansem
By Jean Jansem
Located in Les Acacias GE, GE
Jean Jansem (1920-2013)
Le triomphe de la mort, 2000
Huile sur toile
Signée en bas à gauche et à droite
150 x 200 cm
Bibliographie:
Cette oeuvre est enregistrée dans les archives de l’Association des Amis de Jean Jansem.
Figurera dans le catalogue critique de l’oeuvre de Jean Jansem actuellement en préparation par l’association des amis de Jean Jansem
Historique:
L’indigence d’après-guerre et la difficulté inhérente de trouver les matériaux adéquats et/ou habituels, telles les couleurs, très onéreuses alors, ont poussé les artistes figuratifs de l’après-guerre, en corrélation avec les préoccupations de l’époque, à redéfinir les paradigmes de la représentation.
Il n’est plus question de chercher un sens mais bien pour les artistes d'étudier l’objet pour son intérêt formel, sa qualité intrinsèque. Le regard de l’artiste devient analytique et dépeint alors l’objet pour ce qu’il est et non plus pour son pouvoir évocateur ou symbolique.
La nature morte n’est plus une invitation sensuelle à la ripaille, la pomme ou la pêche n’évoque aucune envie de croquer, la cruche aucune ivresse, la volaille...
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Late 20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Oil, Canvas
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Aux Confins du Dire
Located in Miami, FL
Evelyne Ballestra's work with signs, symbols and esoteric spirituality reflects her passion for the ancient past and represents a symbolic return to the ground from which we emerged....
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Oil
Ballerina
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I've captured a moment of serene introspection, portraying a ballerina in a quiet, meditative state as she prepares her shoes. The soft blend of colors and gent...
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
This is One not Two - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Women
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Acrylic
Sicario -21st Century, Contemporary Figurative, Colourful, Silhouette, Men Power
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Sicario" delves into the veiled realities of power, violence, and unseen forces that shape human existence. Layers of vibrant reds and deep greens are obscured by cascading drips, s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Acrylic
Blooming in True Self Love -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Fashion Women
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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"Dawn" (2023) By Lorenzo Chavez, Original Oil Painting of Landscape
Located in Denver, CO
"Dawn" (2023) by Lorenzo Chavez is an original, handmade oil painting on panel that depicts an expressionist landscape with a colorful cloudy sunset covering the sky.
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Oil, Panel
Petite Fille - Jewish Russian Art
Located in London, GB
This work is hand signed by the artist "Kikoine" in the lower right.
This work was painted in circa 1950-1955.
Literature: Cassou, Jean, Roditi Edouard, Mann, Mendel & Yankel, Jac...
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1950s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Oil, Canvas
Benavente Solis Campo de Mallorca original expressionist acrylic painting
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
original expressionist acrylic painting. Framed
During its first exhibition in Paris, the French press catalogs it like "The Catalan Sorolla".
Honorary Member of the MECOART (Medit...
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1990s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood, Acrylic
Late 20th Century French Abstract Expressionist Acrylic on Board. 'Jazz Night'.
By Thierry Miramon
Located in Cotignac, FR
Late 20th century abstract expressionist oil on board representation of a lively jazz night by French artist, Thierry Miramon, signed top left and pres...
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Late 20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Board, Acrylic
Purpose of Existence 11
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Ra’ah (Shepherd) - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Young Man with Sheep
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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Williams Merenini is a Nigerian-born visual artist who hails from Naze, Imo state. He received formal art training at Tope Fatumbi Art Studio, where he honed his artistic dexterity and also networked with creative minds in the art space, with Artists like David Olatoye...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Acrylic
Lady with a Bird on Bank of a Lake
Located in Zofingen, AG
The work is inspired by the tenderness and purity of the girl on the shore,
in whose hands is a white dove. Another moment and the dove will fly in the sky.
In this oil painting, I ...
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
The Eyes and Mind - 21st Century, Contemporary, Impasto, Expressionist, Men
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Golden Rose
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this piece, I evoke a tender, introspective moment, captured through the interplay of light and shadow in a lush, impressionistic style. The exuberance of the golden yellow dress ...
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Oil
Resurrection, earth tones, golds and browns, mystical religious theme
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This dark and mystical interpretation of the resurrection is an oil and mixed media painting on sintra board, by Audrey Anastasi.
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Mixed Media, Board
Large Oil Painting Circus Scene Clowns Rediscovered NY Artist Jonah Kinigstein
Located in Surfside, FL
Jonah Kinigstein
"Death of a Clown"
Large Oil on Board Painting of macabre circus scene with clowns
Hand signed lower left and signed and titled verso
Frame: 55 X 43 Image: 48 X 36
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20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Oil, Board
Antoni COSTA Man original Figurative Academician drawing painting
By A. Costa
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
man. original figurative academician drawing painting. framed
Barcelona, 1904 - Barcelona, 1965
It was formed in Buenos Aires, in the Circle of San Lucas of Barcelona and the FAD.
H...
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1960s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Carbon Pencil
Almazan Realistic Still Life Acrylic Painting
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Almazan Realistic Still Life Acrylic Painting framed
MIQUEL was an artist focused on the art of realism. His structured works on his great mastery of drawing, are romantic and tran...
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Early 2000s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Pastel
"Nickel Pinks At Barts Bar" Modern Expressionist Figurative
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Nickel Pinks at Barts Bar is from Sandra Jones Campbell's recent collection, a series that displays her unique vision of the world and is informed by her current social observations. It is custom framed on a box canvas and ready to hang and enjoy! (Framed Dimension is 31" x 31x2")
The internationally collected artist is based in Laguna Beach and has had multiple Solo exhibitions in galleries and museums throughout the United States over the past 30 years.
Sandra Jones Campbell’s depiction of social and political scenes reflect both her professional respect for the 30’s style German Expressionists Max Beckman...
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
R. Poch Purple Ladies Lilac acrylic painting
By Ramon Poch
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
6.-Purple ladies 130 x 100 cm acrylic painting
Born in Badalona (Barcelona).
Photographer and advertising film director.
Founding partner of the advertising production company La C...
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Acrylic
Exprepressive acrylic painting of fruits "Summer peaches and one red apple"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This dynamic artwork " Summer peaches and one red apple" captures a lively composition of vibrant peaches scattered across an abstract background.
The fruits are depicted with bold...
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Paper, Acrylic
Isaaro - Colour silhouette Painting
Located in Ibadan, NG
Isaaro (Yoruba for reflection or contemplation) is a deeply symbolic painting that captures the dialogue between presence and introspection. Two figures, rendered in soft yet strikin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Acrylic
Untitled 1 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Women with Large Afro Hair
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Coffee, Mixed Media
Blue Mirage, Oil Painting
By Gary Leonard
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A woman in a flowing white dress stands with a relaxed composure. Her dark hair frames her tranquil expression. Soft blues and gentle pinks surround her, blen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Men's Talk - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Impasto, Pop Culture, Men
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Gouache Watercolor Painting, Nantucket Harbor Boats American Deaf Modernist Art
Located in Surfside, FL
Abstract harbor scene with boats, in bold, vivid colors on heavy mould made paper.
Hand signed and dated, 1980
22 X 30 not frame
Robert Freiman, deaf from birth, was born in March 1917 in New York City. He attended an oral program near his home and later transferred to the Lexington School for the Deaf when he was six. Early in his childhood, his love for drawing, painting and studying became apparent, and as an adult, he continued his studies in New York at the National Academy of Design, Pratt Institute, the Art Students League and the Parsons School of Design. In Paris, France he studied at the Ecole des Beaux Arts. Bob Freiman was especially focused on painting portraits and figures in motion in various mediums, especially the mixed-media combination of watercolor, acrylic and pen. Among his subjects were acrobats, ballet dancers, cyclists and other athletes. He as well focused on abstracts for a time, discovering new media in his works with quick brushwork and expressive movements.
In the latter part of his career, his style became abstract and surreal with images of metaphysical landscapes with architectural elements such as arches, towers, pyramids and castles floating in the air. The famed art critic Pierre Rouve wrote: “It is therefore refreshing to see them revitalized by the colourist wealth and virile handwriting of Robert Freiman, probably the best American water-colorist since John Marin. He worked in Provincetown and Nantucket and regularly exhibited there. He showed at Doll & Richards gallery of Boston alongside John Chetcuti, Lloyd Goodrich, Tod Lindenmuth, William Meyerowitz, Dwight Shepler...
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1980s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Watercolor, Gouache, Archival Paper
Dress with irises
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this piece, I melded oil paints to captivate the timeless dance of nature with human grace. Inspired by the delicate irises swaying in a serene field, I portrayed a figure harmoni...
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Contemporary expressionist vivid watercolor painting paper " Beachside serenity"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This contemporary vivid expressive painting, "Beachside Serenity', was created by French artist Natalya Mougenot. Using watercolor paints on heavyweight, professional acid-free paper...
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Paper, Watercolor
Mid Century French Expressionist Landscape Portrait, La Fermière Normande.
Located in Cotignac, FR
A mid-century French Expressionist oil on paper, laid on board, painting titled 'La Fermière Normande' (The Normandy Farmer) by Raphael Arnal. The painting is signed bottom right and...
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Mid-20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Paper, Acrylic, Oil
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Aisha - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative. Neo-Expressionism, Africa, Women
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Gazing Through Ankara 3
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Gazing Through Ankara" is a captivating series of paintings that celebrates the beauty, diversity, and individuality of black African women through the exploration of eyewear and An...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Fabric, Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
The Murmuring Forest, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
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Two figures stand close in an abstract forest, their forms blending with the trees. Directional brushstrokes capture the gentle sound of wind rustling through t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Echoes of Love -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Women Art
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Fehintola (Water in the Hole) -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Landscape
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Guoqiang Ning Portrait Original Oil Painting "Blue Fantasy"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Blue Fantasy
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 15 x 12 inches
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Oil
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"Symbolist Composition"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Artist: Unidentified
Dimensions: Framed: 51 x 45 cm Artwork: 13 x 9 cm
Medium: Oil on board/canvas
Period: [Estimate based on style, e.g., Mid-20th Century / Contemporary]
Style: Sy...
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19th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Oil
Culture 4
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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Afro Crown 2 - 21st Century, Expressionist, Figurative Portrait, Human Hair
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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Nakedness of Truth
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Nakedness of Truth is an original painting by Abifola Olorunlana. Olorunlana created Nakedness of Truth with Acrylic on a 36W by 48H inches primed canvas.
Nakedness of Truth was made over a painting Abifola Olorunlana did and didn't like (an underlying painting depicting four figures fetching water from a river and gossiping about someone they didn't like). The Nakedness of Truth is a painting that advocates for people who belong to the LGBTQ community and salutes their unity in making the movement impactful globally.
For years many have stayed reclusive about their true identity due to religious beliefs, societal constructs, and government laws which have left many depressed till their last days, many were even killed for courageously coming out to state their true identity. This is depicted in the painting: dark yellow eyes sticking out of the woods to portray a sense of public rejection, yet my subject boldly stands out of the green woods and leaves to express courage, strength, and power.
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Olorunlana Abifola (b. 1999) is an emerging visual artist from Nigeria whose works of art cut across mix-media and contemporary art paintings which includes portrait paintings of Black people...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Acrylic
Swan
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I imbued the canvas with the spirit of grace and resilience embodied by a dancer. Through a blend of expressionism and realism, I sought to capture the precise ...
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Theory on Jazz History
By Jose Borrell
Located in Atlanta, GA
This painting is in excellent condition and has only been shown in a gallery setting. The painting measures 78" x 35" and 81"x 38" with frame.
Known for his hyperrealist nudes and portraits, Jose Borrell captures both the human form and emotions. Transcending beyond mere documentation, Borrell transmits the personality and essence of his subjects.
His latest series focuses on twentieth-century American jazz saxophonist Ben Webster, and true to Borrell's signature trait, the paintings transmit the vibrant energy of the acclaimed musician. Born in 1909 in Kansas City, Missouri, Ben Webster studied violin in elementary school and taught himself piano. In 1927-1928 he played for silent movies in Kansas City and in Amarillo, Texas. After a friend introduced him to basic chords on the saxophone, he devoted himself to the instrument and played with many emerging orchestras in the bustling 1930s Kansas City jazz...
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Oil
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Diminutive Mid Century Expressionist Clown Portrait #1
Located in Soquel, CA
Small portrait of a clown with colorful, expressionist brushstrokes by Marjorie Blake (American, 1920-1994). Signed "M. Blake" in the lower right corner...
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1960s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Masonite, Oil
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Bridal bouquet
Located in Zofingen, AG
In creating this artwork, I sought to capture the exhilarating blend of freedom and movement. The depiction of the woman on the motorcycle, her dress flowing and surrounded by an ene...
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Oil, Canvas
Rêveries, Female nude, Oil, figurative, Contemporary Expressionism, French Art
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Sophie Dumont's oil painting captivates the viewer with a bold representation of a reclining woman, seen from behind. The artist's style, characterized by rounded and sensual figures...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Oil
Let Peace Reign (Life Within) - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Nature
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Let Peace Reign symbolize a call for harmony within and around us. The painting blends a serene landscape with a figurative image, merging nature’s tranquillity with humanity’s longi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Acrylic
Guy's Talk - 21st Century, Contemporary, Impasto, Modern, Expressionist, Men
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Bond 2 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Impasto, Modern, Expressionist, Men
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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"End of Fall" (2024) By Sandra Pratt, Original Oil Painting of Landscape
By Sandra Pratt
Located in Denver, CO
"End of Fall" by Sandra Pratt is an original oil painting that depicts an autumn landscape with colorful leaves and a house in the distance.
Artist Statement:
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Panel
Untitled 4 - 21st Century Contemporary, Expressionist Portrait, African Woman
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Reflection -21st Century Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Fashion, Women
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Elizabeth
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this passionate dance of colors, I've captured the vibrant essence of life itself through the allegory of pomegranates. Oil paint weaves a textural symphony, blending realism with...
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2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Oil
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Patrick Boudon. Inner Family. Post-war Expressionism. 1970s.
Located in Firenze, IT
Patrick Boudon.
Inner Family.
Post-war Expressionism.
1970s.
Patrick Boudon.
Art Informel. Ecole de Paris.
Technique: oil on cardboard.
This painting by Patrick Boudon from the 197...
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1970s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Oil, Cardboard
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Sisters - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Africa Women, Modern
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
A captivating modern contemporary painting that beautifully captures the unbreakable bond shared between two sisters, connected not only by blood but also by an enduring love and con...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Favorite Spot
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
My library,
My favorite spot in town,
Where all my imagination meets.
My place of timeless excitement and constant joy.
I could travel the world from this point and could sail throug...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Acrylic
Speak Up
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
In "Speak Up," Bright Toh employs unconventional imagery by merging the head of a cow with a human body. This unexpected combination challenges our preconceived notions and encourages us to look beyond the surface, prompting a deeper exploration of the artwork's underlying message. The cow, often associated with docility and domesticity, takes on a new meaning as it becomes a vessel for the human form, suggesting that even the most unexpected individuals possess the potential for individual expression.
The artwork's bright and lively color palette serves as a visual feast for the eyes. Bold hues, such as vibrant blues, fiery red, and vivid greens, infuse the composition with energy and captivate the viewer's attention. The oversized raincoat worn by the figure adds an element of whimsy and intrigue, symbolizing protection and shelter from external influences. It also serves as a metaphorical cloak, representing the need for individuals to find their unique voices and confidently express their ideas and opinions.
"Speak Up" serves as a poignant reminder of the significance of individual expression in our society. In a world often characterized by conformity and the suppression of diverse viewpoints, the artwork encourages viewers to embrace their unique perspectives and have the courage to speak up. It celebrates the value of authenticity and reminds us that every individual has a story to tell, a voice to be heard, and ideas that can shape the world around us.
Through the fusion of a cow head and a human body, "Speak Up" challenges the traditional notion of what is considered "normal" or acceptable. The artwork serves as a call to question societal norms and encourages viewers to challenge the status quo, promoting a culture of inclusivity and acceptance. It invites us to reconsider the limitations we impose on ourselves and others, reminding us that diversity and individuality should be celebrated rather than suppressed.
Bright Toh's artwork, "Speak Up," stands as a vibrant and thought-provoking testament to the power of individual expression. Through the striking fusion of a cow head and a human body, the artwork challenges conventional wisdom and calls for a celebration of authenticity and diversity. By embracing our unique voices and perspectives, we contribute to a richer and more vibrant society. "Speak Up" serves as a reminder to break free from the constraints of conformity and find the courage to express our true selves, amplifying the power of our individuality in the world.
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Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery)
About Artist
Born on the 6th of August 1994 in Buea, Bright Toh holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Buea. Notwithstanding his Engineering academic background, Toh is a self-taught visual artist.
Bright Toh is a visual artist with artistry portraying the exquisite synergy that exists between the evolving African man, wildlife, and their common environment, through the possession of totems as a liaison to his ancestries, which is a core aspect of his identity and cultural heritage.
He is a 2022 ‘Last Picture Show’ Lagos Edition (Collective exhibition) Participant. He also won the UNHCR Global Youth With Refugee Art...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
$2,800
MASK
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on paper
by artist Daria Kusto
Shipped well protected, rolled in a tube, unframed
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Affection Mixed Media
By Jürgen Görg
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Affection 1989
Artist signed lower right
Oil, graphite on linen canvas 38x30, framed 52x44 inches.
Jurgen Gorg was born in 1951 in, Dernbach Germany. His formative years were spen...
Category
1980s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Graphite
Don't Fence Me In
Located in Denver, CO
"Don't Fence Me In" is an original oil painting by Lynn Rowan Myers (1933 - 2008). A colorful southwestern landscape is depicted with Myers signature red showing through.
Lynn Rowa...
Category
1990s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Psalm 121 -21st Century Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Religious, Floral
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Anyone who went from nothing to greatness needed to trust God to watch over them. As the psalmist looked at the hills through which he travelled, his thoughts rose above the mountain...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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