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Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

NEO-EXPRESSIONIST STYLE

A resurgence of interest in Expressionism, Pop art, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism and other movements gained steam among artists of the 1970s and ’80s, in part as a reaction to the austerity of the prevailing minimalism and Conceptual art of the era. A decadent, bold and brash art style called Neo-Expressionism saw painters returning to figural representation, creating highly textured works that were imbued with intensely personal narratives.

Neo-Expressionist paintings are sensuous in nature and highly subjective in meaning. Expressive brushwork, highly pigmented colors and layered forms and materials lent sculptural attributes to the work and were used to depict symbolic narratives from history, mythology and the artist’s personal experience. 

Prominent figures such as Jean-Michel Basquiat led the Neo-Expressionist movement in the United States with paintings and prints that were raw, emotional and often violent in nature. In Germany, Die Neuen Wilden (the “New Fauves”) was the name given to a group of postwar artists that included the likes of sculptor Georg Baselitz and Gerhard Richter, a painter and photographer who explored the possibilities of both abstraction and realism, sometimes in a single piece. The work of the New Fauves — labeled as such for its return to Fauvism’s textured brushwork and use of vibrant colors — shares commonalities with Neo-Expressionism, and Baselitz was a pioneer of the movement in Europe. In addition, Willem de Kooning’s pulsating action paintings and Julian Schnabel’s experimentation with the materiality of paintings also took shape during this period.

“I was trying to make paintings different from the paintings that I saw a lot of at the time, which were mostly minimal, and they were highbrow and alienating, and I wanted to make very direct paintings that most people would feel the emotion behind when they saw them,” said Basquiat. 

Neo-Expressionism generated some polarizing opinions, with some celebrating the revival of personal subjectivity in art while others criticizing the movement for being too commercially driven and nostalgic. But most experts agree that Neo-Expressionism was a huge commercial success and culturally impactful, paving the way for the postmodern work of artists like Richter and Sigmar Polke

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Style: Neo-Expressionist
Washington's Wisdom: No Kings. Contemporary Neo Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
Sax Berlin's Sharp Edge 21st Century NYC Style Renaissance Neo Expressionism A painting imbued with symbolism and cultural references, No Kings - Wisdom of Washington pays Berlin's ...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

Big Night Tonight - Vibrant Original Abstract Figurative Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a stre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

SUNNY AND FUNNY
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on watercolour paper. by artist Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Permanent Marker

BIRD'S -EYE VIEW
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on watercolour paper. by artist Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Permanent Marker

HELLO FROM ANOTHER PLANET
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Original art by DARIA KUSTO The magic flow reality.. Acrylic on canvas Shipped From Spain.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic

MEMORIES OF SUMMER
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on watercolour paper. by artist Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Permanent Marker

Jewel In The Dust: Contemporary Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
Impressive allegorical piece that reflects on the current state of the human condition and society as a whole. Berlin's Neo-expressionist series weaves a narrative of social. conscio...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

YELLOW CROWN
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Original art by DARIA KUSTO The magic flow reality.. Acrylic on canvas Shipped From Spain (rolled in a tube)
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic, Permanent Marker

WARRIORS OF LIGHT
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Original art by DARIA KUSTO The magic flow reality.. Acrylic on canvas Shipped From Spain.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

Big Little Angel Of SoHo. Contemporary Figurative Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
Berlin has loved Manhattan & New York City for decades. This love is passionately brought to life in the dynamic & vibrant series of Guradian Angels that he's created to protect the ...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic

Hard Day - Red Orange Basquiat Inspired Figurative Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expressionist style inspired by artists such as Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Grau's work engages the viewer with color and symbolism, inviting each person to unscramble the mystery behind his paintings. He explores social commentary and individuality using bold colors and emotive lines. This unique 24 inch high by 18 inch wide painting...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Newsprint

COLORFUL MOOD
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Permanent Marker

R. Poch Famili Square. original acrylic painting
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
109 120x120 cm. original acrylic painting Born in Badalona (Barcelona). Photographer and advertising film director. Founding partner of the advertising production company La Cosa d...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic

DREAM OF CATS
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work of any technique, style and size, cont...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Permanent Marker

EMOTIONS
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Oil pastel on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work of any technique, style and size, cont...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Permanent Marker

Mannequin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

ABSTRACT SPACE
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Permanent Marker

Hold Fast XL - Large Original Painting on Canvas - Ready to Hang
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

RADIANCE OF SOULS
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Permanent Marker

Cate Blanchett Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR addressing European Parliament
Located in Brecon, Powys
"Cate Blanchett,  Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR addressing the European Parliament" is a wonderful Neo-Expressionist interpretation of the event by master artist Sax Berlin. This pai...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Gold Leaf

State of the Mind
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 Authent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Mixed Media, Canvas, Acrylic

State of the Mind
State of the Mind
$2,320 Sale Price
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Blue, 100x60cm, acrylic, oil, canvas
Located in Yerevan, AM
Blue, 60x100 cm
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Hiding the Emotions
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Janet Adebayo's exquisite artwork, "Hiding the Emotions," captivates viewers with its poignant portrayal of a young woman holding a rose-like flower. This evocative piece transcends ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

MULTIPLE FACE
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
watercolour on paper. by artist Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work of any tec...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Permanent Marker

Ilori 1 (Take In)
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The title itself, "ÌLÒRÍ," holds a special meaning, as the artist reveals it is a name given to a child who finds its way into their mother's belly while she is still breastfeeding another child. This unique and touching term encapsulates the interconnectedness of life, illustrating how love and new beginnings can emerge even in the midst of existing responsibilities. Adebayo's artwork appears to be a reflection of her personal journey and the story of her birth. She shares how her mother affectionately calls her "ÌLÒRÍ" and playfully recounts the amusing moments when she questions her conception. The artist playfully suggests that she jokingly implores her mother to use protection, a humorous remark that adds a light-hearted touch to the piece. The openness and candor with which Adebayo communicates her personal story add authenticity and vulnerability to the artwork, drawing viewers into her emotional world. The central theme of the artwork revolves around family, particularly the artist's late brother who was just nine months old at the time of her conception. Through her words, "I Miss you bro, and happy Mother's month. Your struggle is noticed," Adebayo honors her sibling's memory and acknowledges the sacrifices her mother made as a parent. The metaphorical use of the phrase "coconut head" suggests a sense of stubbornness, perhaps referring to the artist's own determination to enter this world despite the odds. This resilient spirit symbolizes the strength of the human will and the innate desire to live, even against all odds. It is a testament to the power of life and the profound connection between siblings, even those who have never met. "ÌLÒRÍ" is more than just a visual artwork; it is a story of life, love, and the unbreakable ties that bind families together. Janet Adebayo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic, Canvas

Ilori 1 (Take In)
Ilori 1 (Take In)
$1,592 Sale Price
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HONEY
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on watercolour paper. by artist Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Permanent Marker

Destiny
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The painting is inspired by the phrase 'your destiny is in your hands '. This implies that Man has the power, time, and capacity to achieve or do anything, in other words, everything...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic, Mixed Media, Canvas

Destiny
Destiny
$2,320 Sale Price
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Hipster Games - Original Basquiat Style Figurative Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Thought I Wasn't Enough
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
I would always seek validation on every little thing. Validation to take the simplest action and most times the response breaks me even more. I realized to be confident in one’s body I had to work on my mind because the mind controls...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic, Canvas

Nkechi
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Art has always been a medium for self-expression, and for centuries, artists have used their creative prowess to capture the world around them. From the depths of human emotions to t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Nkechi
$960 Sale Price
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Hipster Fishing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Urban Flowers 3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

LOVE AROUND
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work of any technique, style and size, cont...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Permanent Marker

SHAMAN
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Permanent Marker

Impresser
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Impresser" is an intriguing artwork that captures the essence of competition, skill, and the desire to impress. This piece of art depicts a man playing snooker with exceptional skill, in the presence of a lady who is watching him intently. The artwork showcases the man's confidence and mastery of the game, as he strives to impress the on-looking lady with his abilities. This work is inspired by the rate of ability Men display to impress a lady they've fallen for. Moses Ndubuzo came to the realization that Men (who don't know much about women) do things with style and often incredible things when a crush is around the corner, just like showing off, but this time it's natural. The man in the artwork is shown in a moment of intense focus, as he lines up his shot on the snooker table. His body language exudes confidence and skill, and his expression suggests that he is fully immersed in the game. The lady, on the other hand, is shown standing at a distance, watching the man with a curious and fascinated expression. She is dressed in elegant attire, which adds to the ambiance of the scene, and her presence seems to be the focal point of the man's efforts. This creates a sense of visual interest and draws the viewer's attention toward the lady, who is the center of the man's attention. The lighting in the artwork is also skillfully done, with the snooker table being illuminated, creating a sense of focus on the game. The artwork's title, "Impresser," is aptly chosen, as it encapsulates the man's desire to impress the lady. This desire is a common human trait, as people often seek to impress others with their skills, talents, and abilities. The man's mastery of the game of snooker is a testament to his dedication and hard work, and his desire to impress the lady reflects the universal desire to be recognized and appreciated for one's achievements. Overall, "Impresser" is a captivating artwork that speaks to the human experience of competition, skill, and the desire to impress. Its use of colors, lighting, and symbolism creates a sense of visual interest and draws the viewer into the scene. This artwork is a testament to the power of art to capture human emotions and experiences, and its ability to connect people across time and space. Whether one is a snooker player or not, "Impresser" is an artwork that is worth experiencing. 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) Overall, "Far From Home" is a stunning piece of art that speaks to the human experience of longing for a place to call home. Its subtle yet powerful symbolism, combined with its evocative imagery, creates a sense of emotional resonance that is hard to forget. This artwork is a testament to the power of art to convey complex emotions and experiences, and its ability to connect people across time and space. Whether one is far from home or not, "Far From Home" is an artwork that is worth experiencing. About Artist Ndubuzo Moses...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic, Canvas

Impresser
Impresser
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INMORTAL LIFE
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Original artwork by DARIA KUSTO. the magic flow reality. Acrylic and markers on canvas Shipped rolled in a tube From Spain.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic

Ilori 2 (Heavy)
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The title itself, "ÌLÒRÍ," holds a special meaning, as the artist reveals it is a name given to a child who finds its way into their mother's belly while she is still breastfeeding another child. This unique and touching term encapsulates the interconnectedness of life, illustrating how love and new beginnings can emerge even in the midst of existing responsibilities. Adebayo's artwork appears to be a reflection on her personal journey and the story of her birth. She shares how her mother affectionately calls her "ÌLÒRÍ" and playfully recounts the amusing moments when she questions her conception. The artist playfully suggests that she jokingly implores her mother to use protection, a humorous remark that adds a light-hearted touch to the piece. The openness and candor with which Adebayo communicates her personal story add authenticity and vulnerability to the artwork, drawing viewers into her emotional world. The central theme of the artwork revolves around family, particularly the artist's late brother who was just nine months old at the time of her conception. Through her words, "I Miss you bro and happy mother's month. Your struggle is noticed," Adebayo honors her sibling's memory and acknowledges the sacrifices her mother made as a parent. The metaphorical use of the phrase "coconut head" suggests a sense of stubbornness, perhaps referring to the artist's own determination to enter this world despite the odds. This resilient spirit symbolizes the strength of the human will and the innate desire to live, even against all odds. It is a testament to the power of life and the profound connection between siblings, even those who have never met. "ÌLÒRÍ" is more than just a visual artwork; it is a story of life, love, and the unbreakable ties that bind families together. Janet Adebayo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Ilori 2 (Heavy)
Ilori 2 (Heavy)
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Friendship
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
This painting is about friendship, life, and relaxation with a sense of freedom, qualities that make life easier and more interesting. Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Friendship
Friendship
$2,320 Sale Price
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Self Appreciation
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Loje Oluwaseun's "Self Appreciation" is a striking artwork that delicately captures the essence of self-love and inner beauty. The focal point of the pi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Ilori 3 (Put To Bed)
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The title itself, "ÌLÒRÍ," holds a special meaning, as the artist reveals it is a name given to a child who finds its way into their mother's belly while she is still breastfeeding a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic, Oil, Mixed Media, Canvas

"Human Rights" Contemporary Neo Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
From the studio of England's greatest exponent of Neo-Expressionism, Sax Berlin. Human Rights is a heartfelt piece by Berlin, showing his concern for all people suffering abuse with ...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

114, 000, 000 Refugees.
Located in Brecon, Powys
114,000,000 Refugees. Cate Blanchett Goodwill Ambassador to UNHCR Addressing European Parliament Cate Blanchett,  Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR addressed the European Parliament on ...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

"Angel of Manhattan". Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
A large, monochrome painting that maximises Berlin's skill. In this piece, which appears deceptively simple Berlin has channeled his raw  energy into a painting that has massive impa...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

Blue Scarf That Binds
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
This expansive blue sky we all share is a global symbol of togetherness. It was set in motion by a group of women in Afghanistan ready to be heard. In 2008, a small group of brave women from a group called RAWA” gathered in war-torn Khandahar wearing a blue scarf to publicly pray for peace and justice in Afghanistan. A surprising 1500 more brave women joined to begin the Blue Scarf movement. In 2009, thousands more women joined the movement with organizing help from Unifem. With this peaceful hike, a global movement was born, blue scarves...
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Early 2000s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Polymer

"The Goodwill Ambassador Cannot Look Away." Contemporary Neo Expressionism
Located in Brecon, Powys
A stunning almost minimalist Neo-Expressionist piece from the Atlantic studio of Sax Berlin. Throughout the Summer of 2024 in increasingly unpredictable times Berlin has been creatin...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

"Dog and Kitty Go for a Ride" by Spowart - Colorful Yellow Animal Abstract
Located in Carmel, CA
Lesley Anne Spowart (American, born 1957) "Dog and Kitty Go for a Ride" 2021 Acrylic Paint, Mixed Media, Wood Panel, Wood The artist signed the bottom left and the back of the painti...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Wood, Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

Bold Expressionist work in the Style of Richard Diebenkorn Original Oil
Located in Soquel, CA
Bold Expressionist work in the Style of Richard Diebenkorn Original Oil Eclectic Neo-expressionist work by San Francisco area abstract artist Daniel David Fuentes (American, 1978-20...
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Early 2000s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Michael Hafftka Figurative Neo Expressionist Oil Pastel Painting The Wave
By Michael Hafftka
Located in Surfside, FL
MICHAEL HAFFTKA "The Wave" Hand signed lower right "Hafftka" Oil and pastel on paper, 30.5" x 22.25". Framed 39" x 31.5". Michael Hafftka (born 1953) is an American figurative exp...
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1980s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil Pastel, Archival Paper

Abstract Expressionist Seated Man Figurative
Located in Soquel, CA
Abstract Expressionist Seated Man Figurative Evocative seated figure highlighted with dynamic brushstrokes in electric blue by San Francisco area artist Daniel David Fuentes (Americ...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

New York City Guardian Angel. Contemporary Neo Expressionist Figurative Oil
Located in Brecon, Powys
Bold and strong, these terms are synonymous with both the Guardian Angels and Sax Berlin’s Sharp Edge New York City style of Neo-Expressionist painting. The primary palette has been ...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

"Let's Take the Blame : Wise Up !" Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
Such a stark image with a massive amount of depth from master artist Sax Berlin. The message is clear, mankind needs to be mindful of the impact we're having on the planet. We need t...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

Large Venezuelan Expressionist Oil Painting Diego Barboza Latin American Master
Located in Surfside, FL
Diego Barboza - 1945-2003 Hand signed and dated 1988 Oil on Canvas Diego Barboza was born the Carabobo street of Maracaibo, Venezuela on February 4, 1945. He was a Venezuelan Neo Figurative Painter who is among the most famous and influential figures in Venezuelan art history. Diego Barboza opened a new chapter in Latin America, beyond the surreal or the magical realism of the Modern Latin American Masters. He created a new language of dislocation and transgression. Personages became distorted to the point that was very exaggerated forms His figures twisted and contorted without losing their presence or their pull. Extremities muscles, and bones burst into an explosive compound of divergent and convergent lines. Through eruptive brushstrokes and fractured outlines. Barboza created a world of illusions. Barboza was born into a upper-middle-class family. He stopped going to school at 12 years old, and he registered himself at the School of Visual Art in the City of Maracaibo Venezuela. Barboza studied at the School of Visual Arts in Caracas, Venezuela. Barboza began his training as an artist at age 12 in his native Maracaibo when he left formal education to enroll in the then School of Plastic Arts of Zulia, then Julio Arraga School of Plastic Arts, where he was a student in the modeling, collage and Drawing of Angelina Curiel. His first collages, in the sixties, show the influence of American Pop Art. In 1967 he exhibited at the Ateneo de Caracas his series 'Los Ratones', a proposal then 'criticized by critics as unprecedented in Venezuela'. In his tribute to the film "Nosferatu" Friedrich Murnau included 32 drawings as well as two-dimensional objects. In 1968 he moved to London where he studied at the London College of Printing. From that time is his '30 Girls with Nets', an action in which 30 students of the London College of Printing, dressed in black and covered by white nets, toured London public places, behaving naturally. His 'street expressions', which he later called 'poetic actions', symbolized a breakdown of social restraints through unusual behaviors that sought to provoke public reactions. Upon his return to Venezuela in 1973, Barboza continues with this line of work, being recognized as one of the initiators of Venezuelan conceptual art. In the 1980's Diego Barboza turned to painting, the New Venezuelan Figuration. Here belongings and the feminine figure fill the work of that time, in which he embodied his intimacy and daily life through scenes of furnishings and flowers that included objects from his workshop and home. His nudes were made from live model, then to follow the path of distortion resulting in their unmistakable females: a figure that represented their personal way of appreciating beauty. Barboza presented his first individual exhibition at the Centro de Bellas Artes of Maracaibo Venezuela. In 1963, he traveled to London when the Conceptual Art movement started, he had the support of the London New Art Lab Gallery. On March 7, 1970 Barboza displayed his first work on Conceptual Art, which he called Art of Action. In London with the performance of 30 Girls with nets (30 Muchachas con redes). His second work was Nets and Hats in markets and restaurants (Con sombreros y redes en mercados y restaurantes). In London UK. His third The Centerpiece (El Ciempies) and the fourth Expression on a laundry-mat (Expresiones en una lavandería) In 1974. Baboza returned to Venezuela. Where he presented two very important Conceptual Art works: The Armadillo Box (La Caja del Cachicamo) and from the School of Athens to the New School of Caracas (De la Escuela de Atenas a la Nueva Escuela de Caracas). Closing his cycle of Conceptual Art creation. IN Venezuela a sort of impromptu academy started up at Claudio Perna’s house. Eugenio Espinoza, Roberto Obregón, Antonieta Sosa, Alfred Wenemoser, Yeni and Nan, Sigfredo Chacón, Diego Barboza, Luis Villamizar, Margherita D’Amico, Pedro Terán, Alfredo del Mónaco, as well as international figures who happened to be visiting Venezuela such as Antoni Muntadas, Charlotte Moorman, and Roman Polanski would gather there. Venezuela, especially Caracas, was a rich field of action for modernism in South America. Venezuelan Geometric Abstraction, Op art and Kinetic Art dominated through crucial figures like Jesús Rafael Soto, Gego, Alejandro Otero, and Carlos Cruz Diez, the country’s kinetic art made a fundamental contribution internationally. The Greater London Arts Association and the Arts Council of Great Britain did several exhibitions of (North, Central, South, London, Wales, Scotland and Ulster) to show the actual Visual Arts in all of the United Kingdom and Diego Barboza was invited for this event with a solo exhibition, expressions around a cylinder (Expresiones alrededor de un cilindro). Diego has made numerous solo and group exhibitions, obtaining rewards since 1963. He is represented in the most important museums of Venezuela, as well as in England, Brazil, Colombia and Cuba. In 1986 he was awarded the Municipal Visual Arts Award of the Municipal Council of the Federal District and in 1997 he received the National Prize for Plastic Arts granted by the National Council of Culture, CONAC. Select Group Exhibitions 1964 Ateneo de Caracas, Caracas, Venezuela 1965 Salón Arturo Michelena, Valencia, Venezuela 1968 Salón Oficial Museo de Bellas Artes, Caracas, Venezuela 1971 Art Spectrum London, London, Great Britain 1972 Serpentine Gallery, London, Great Britain 1973 Midland Group Gallery, London, Great Britain 1974 Galería BANAP, Caracas, Venezuela 1975 Casa de Las Américas, La Habana, Cuba Museo de Bellas Artes, Caracas Galería de Arte Nuevo, Buenos Aires, Argentina 1976 Museo de Arte Moderno, Bogotá, Colombia Museo de Arte Contemporáneo, Sao Paulo, Brazil Museo de la Tertulia, Cali, Colombia Bienal de Venecia, Venecia, Italy 1979 Centro de Artes y Comunicación, Buenos Aires, Argentina 1980 Galería NBC, Memphis, Tennessee, USA 1981 Galería de Arte Nacional, Caracas, Venezuela Museo de Arte Contemporáneo, Medellín, Colombia Museo de Bellas Artes, Caracas, Venezuela 1986 Museo de Arte La Rinconada, Caracas, Venezuela 1989 Galería Venzor, Chicago, Illinois, USA 1990 Museo Bellas Artes, Santiago de Chile, Chile 1992 Ambrosino Gallery, Coral Gables, Florida, USA 1993 Museo de Arte de Petare, Caracas, Venezuela Centro de Arte Lia Bermúdez...
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Skull. Contemporary Neo Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
What better time than now to introduce Sax Berlin's Mortality series. Since people started creating art works there have been representations of human (and animal) bones; skeletons a...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Guardian Angel Selfie. Neo Expressionist Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
"Sharp Edge" Neo Expressionism from the studio of Sax Berlin
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Skulls (Mortality)
Located in Brecon, Powys
What better time than now to introduce Sax Berlin's Mortality series. Since people started creating art works there have been representations of human (and animal) bones; skeletons a...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Sax Berlin, Emissary Of Peace. Contemporary Figurative Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
Master artist Sax Berlin has turned his attention and considerable skills to creating this signature work, a self portrait. It's a complex piece that takes inspiration from the peace...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

"Manhattan Overture". Contemporary Neo Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
Berlin in this piece channels the imagery of the streets of New York City. Is it a commentary on today's society or a nostalgic view of the past? This painting offers a fabulous oppo...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

Vignerons: Large Contemporary Neo Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
From Sax Berlin's Wine Drinkers series painted whilst he stayed at the famous Chateau Lescours in St Emillion, France. This Neo-Expressionist work is vibrant and relatable; a real to...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

"Westside Watchdawg : The Golden Hearted". Large Neo Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
The New York subway network has seen dark and dangerous times over the last few decades.Now we can ride the subway thoughtlessly, the trains are clean, the stations are brightly lit ...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Neo-expressionist figurative paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Neo-Expressionist 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, pink, purple and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Sax Berlin, Enzio Wenk, Jean Sanglar, and Ahmed Gaafary. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Acrylic 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 Neo-Expressionist 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 $39 and tops out at $200,000, while the average work sells for $2,000.

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