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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
Abstract Still Life with Fruit in Watercolor on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Abstract Still Life with Fruit in Watercolor on Paper Colorful still life with fruit by Les (Leslie Luverne) Anderson (American, 1928-2009). Several pieces of fruit appear to be sitting on a table with a purple cloth. The scene is highly abstracted, straddling the line between impressionism and non-representational. The background is brightly colored, adding vibrancy to the scene. Signed on verso and acquired from the estate of Les Anderson in Monterey, California. Unframed. Paper size: 14"H x 20"W Les (Leslie Luverne) Anderson(American, 1928-2009) owned and operated the Bear Flag Gallery in San Juan...
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1980s Abstract Paintings

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Watercolor, Laid Paper

From The Depths - Original Pastel Tone Expressive Contemporary Abstract Artwork
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impasto-painted strokes of bright colors are the framework of artist Shiri Phillips’ abstract artworks. Her paintings are flooded with texture through the layering of acrylic paint i...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

avp_1143 - Original Blue Cool Tone Contemporary Abstract Painting on Paper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The colorful abstract artworks of Romanian artist Alex Voinea are inspired by experiments with paint poured over vibrating surfaces, such as speakers at full volume. Alex Voinea coll...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic

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

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Oil, Board

ABSTRACT Painting Texture Landscapes Earth by Contemporary Artist On Hansen 2023
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
At Escat Gallery we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of trust and professionalism for our collectors. Every artwork in our collection comes with a Certificate of Au...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Ink, Acrylic

Desert Bloom, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A thickly textured palette knife painting of an old saguaro cactus standing against a blooming spring desert backdrop. "This painting was inspired by the incredible Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California," shares artist Lisa Elley. "It's where the Colorado and Mojave Deserts collide with amazing vistas and dazzling flowers."


About the Artist
Working almost exclusively with a palette knife, Lisa Elley maneuvers her artistic blade with an uncanny fluidity. Why paint only with the knife? She says, "when I paint with a brush, which I do occasionally, I tend to focus on the detail. With a palette knife I can't focus on the detail too much, so my paintings are looser, and more gestural, with bigger sweeps and strokes." This technique is called wet-on-wet. And it seems to be quite popular, as she has been bestowed the title "Knife Queen" by her facebook fans. Fun fact: Lisa's high school art teacher told her to study harder at math, as a career in art was "impossible."


Words that describe this painting: desert, Mojave, flowers, floral, spring, cactus, sun, mountains, sky, landscape, California, Joshua Tree, impressionism, landscape, western, representational, oil painting, purple


Desert Bloom...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Heart of the sea - Blue abstract seascape painting
Located in Silverthorne, CO
"Heart of the sea" is a large blue abstract landscape painting, depicting the grandeur of the sea. It is made in a stunning palette of blues, with a bright yellow light at its center...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Coin Shooter - Layered Blue Abstract Shapes Figures Contemporary Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Swedish artist Jonas Fisch’s imagery is vibrantly buzzing with colorful commentary on society - past and present - morphed into figures, words, and shapes. His heavily layered canvases are the foundations of a new visual dialogue. Fisch paints with a jazz-like spontaneity, expressing personal emotions, commenting on contemporary society, and exploring old mythologies. Formulating a galaxy of the unknown, Fisch’s textural paintings flood the mind with possibility. His process is instinctive and organic, the paintings energetic and vibrant, emerging from his subconscious without judgment. They are constructed by feelings trying to find harmony. Endless figures, messages, layers, and symbols move in and out of focus as the eye explores his puzzle pieces with varied solutions. Jonas Fisch created this one-of-a-kind colorful 50-inch tall by 55-inch wide painting with mixed media. acrylic, and oil stick on canvas. This artwork is stretched and is ready to hang. This artwork does not require framing. It is signed by the artist on the back of the painting. Free delivery is available for those in the local Los Angeles area, and affordable worldwide shipping is available for US and international art collectors. A certificate of authenticity issued by the art gallery is included with the artwork, ensuring that the piece is an authentic work of art from Jonas Fisch. Born in a small fisherman's village in southern Sweden, contemporary artist Jonas Fisch discovered his love for drawing and painting at a young age and was inspired to pursue his passion by renowned artist and grandmother Ann-Marie Sjögren. Fisch reflects, “As a fundamentally introspective person, I have an explosive need to express and communicate my innermost rays, reflections, and shadows. The canvas, the brush, and the paint allow me to act out, throw up, confront, and examine those innermost feelings. Painting becomes my outlet. At a certain moment, each shape, stroke, and color suddenly takes over and the painting reveals itself. It becomes an expressive personal collaboration of art." Fisch's artworks have been exhibited across the United States, Switzerland, and Hong Kong. His paintings can be found in private collections worldwide. REPRESENTATION: Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles Exhibitions 2018 Artspace Warehouse Los Angeles, CA 2018 New York Affordable Art...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic

The illusion of intimacy, 70x100cm, acrylic on canvas
Located in Yerevan, AM
The illusion of intimacy, 2020, 70x100 cm
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

Abstract impressionist expressive flowers acrylic on paper "Floral Inspiration"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This vibrant artwork captures a bouquet of pink flowers displayed in a glass vase, enveloped by expressive, swirling brushstrokes. This artwork named " Floral Inspiration" belongs ...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic

Morning Dew - Large Original Abstract Expressionism Painting on Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The paintings of Bruce Rubenstein seamlessly marry sophistication with affordability. His original art merges the creative attitudes of the two distinct art hot spots of New York and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Charcoal, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Untitled oil on canvas painting Abstract Expressionism
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Title: Untitled Artist: Deyan Valkov Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 24 x 20 inches Year: 2002 (signed on the artwork) Frame: Unframed Style: Abstract Expressionism Description of...
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Early 2000s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Seedling 25.10" 2025 acrylic on watercolor paper
Located in New York, NY
Ky Anderson Seedling 25.10, 2025 acrylic on watercolor paper 42 x 38 in. (and482) Artist Statement: My work falls somewhere between abstraction, formalism and narrative painting. ...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic

Antique American Modernist Abstract Expressionist Period New York Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Very impressive and amazing mid 1900s abstract expressionist oil painting. Oil on canvas. No signature found. Framed.
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1940s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

French 20th Century Abstract Nude Portrait of Lady Picasso Style Work & Period
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Expressionist Portrait of Nude Lady by Gilbert Pelissier (French born 1924) signed, circa 1960's-1970 period oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas size: 20 x 24 inches con...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Evening in The Tropics, Geometric Tiles in Yellow, Miami Sunset Patterns
Located in Barcelona, ES
These series of paintings by Natalia Roman gather their inspiration from geometric, minimalist shapes and paintings from the beginning of Modernism, with a special emphasis on Art De...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Watercolor, Acrylic, Handmade Paper

ORÍ GUERREIRA TAMOYA, 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...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Vintage Mid Century Abstract Still Life Framed Wine Bottle Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted mid century abstract wine bottle still life oil painting. Great color and composition. Framed. Signed.
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1960s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Abstract Landscape Sky Painting of English Countryside by British Urban Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Colourful Abstract Landscape & Sky Painting with Reds, Purples & Blues of Pendle Hill in the Northern English Countryside by leading British Urban Artist Angela Wakefield. Art measu...
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Early 2000s Abstract Paintings

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Gesso, Acrylic, Oil, Mixed Media, Cotton Canvas, Varnish, Paint, Cotton,...

Contemporary abstract impressionist still-life painting "Table in garden"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
“Table in Garden” is a vivid contemporary still-life painting by French artist Natalya Mougenot, part of her ongoing series dedicated to floral compositions and intimate domestic sce...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Andra Samelson, Ephemeris, 2018, Acrylic on canvas, 12 x 12 inches
Located in Darien, CT
Andra Samelson’s work explores the relationship of microcosm and macrocosm, emptiness and form. The imagery in her paintings is often associated with molecular and galactic systems. ...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic, Canvas

Magic 6 Contemporary Abstract Acrylic Painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
Magic 6. It is very important to remember that there is magic in each of us. A modern, abstract, expressive, sophisticated painting that fits into a modern interior. The work was cre...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

September
Located in Jönköping, SE
This painting is from my series titled "The Untethered Soul." This series delves into the transformative power of nature, capturing the essence of what one feels rather than sees. In...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

"Tree" Original abstract painting . Large .Abstract expressionist works
Located in Oslo, NO
In crafting this painting, I've melded acrylics, oils, and ink to capture the complexity of nature and the interconnectedness of life. My brushstrokes dance between fine art and abst...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

"Jackson Pollock"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Steppe. I saw this painting in the spring in the blooming steppe. In creating it, I splashed a whole carnival of bright acrylic shades onto paper, allowing emotions to guide every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Spray Paint, Acrylic

Wilma Fiori 1990s Abstract Monotype, Vibrant Oil on Paper, Signed Print
Located in Denver, CO
This original 1990s fine art monotype by Denver artist Wilma Fiori is a bold and dynamic example of late 20th-century American printmaking. Rendered in expressive layers of green, bl...
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Early 2000s Abstract Paintings

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Oil

"Northern legends.River" Original abstract painting.Abstract expressionist works
Located in Oslo, NO
In this painting, I've interwoven the raw textures of acrylic and the fluidity of ink to explore the mysticism of natural landscapes. The deep contrasts and vibrant splashes symboliz...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

About Time (Abstract, Expressionist, Blue, Beige, Grey, Atmospheric, ~20% OFF)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Katherine Bello About Time Acrylic and oil stick on canvas 2023 Size: 52x42x1.5in Signed, dated and titled by hand COA provided Ref.: 924802-1874 *on stretcher frame - ready to hang...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Oil

White Lace and Ribbons Collotype
Located in Soquel, CA
Delicate and layered collotype on heavy bond paper by Patricia A. Pearce (American, b. 1948). The background of this piece is a collotype, whereas the lace, strings, and shadows are ...
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Late 20th Century Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Ink, Pencil, Lithograph, Acrylic

The Bestowed Need to Remember
Located in Dallas, TX
acrylic & oil on canvas
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Untitled IV by Alex Kuznetsov, Abstract Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Located in New York, NY
Untitled V by Alex Kuznetsov 2024 Acrylic on canvas 51.25" x 43.25" In a time when everything is loud, fast, and endlessly refreshed, Alex Kuznetsov makes paintings that do not w...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

First Lot on Newmarket Heath
Located in Deddington, GB
Four horses heading out to do their first mornings work from the yard in Newmarket. All quietly walking towards the bottom of the gallop as the sun is rising. A huge statement piece ...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Untitled
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Roland Ayers (1932-2017). Untitled, 1983. Ink on paper, measures 17 x 23 inches. Unframed and unmounted. Signed and dated lower left. Ayers holds the distinction of having participated in the first important survey of African-Americans, Contemporary Black Artists in America, a 1971 show at The Whitney. Biography: Artist and art educator, Roland Ayers was born on July 2, 1932, the only child of Alice and Lorenzo Ayers, and grew up in the Germantown district of Philadelphia. Ayers served in the US Army (stationed in Germany) before studying at the Philadelphia College of Art (currently University of the Arts). He graduated with a BFA in Art Education, 1954. He traveled Europe 1966-67, spending time in Amsterdam and Greece in particular. During this period, he drifted away from painting to focus on linear figurative drawings of a surreal nature. His return home inaugurated the artist’s most prolific and inspired period (1968-1975). Shorty before his second major trip abroad in 1971-72 to West Africa, Ayers began to focus on African themes, and African American figures populated his work almost exclusively. In spite of Ayers’ travel and exploration of the world, he gravitated back to his beloved Germantown, a place he endowed with mythological qualities in his work and literature. His auto-biographical writing focuses on the importance of place during his childhood. Ayers’ journals meticulously document the ethnic and cultural make-up of Germantown, and tell a compelling story of class marginalization that brought together poor families despite racial differences. The distinctive look and design of Germantown inform Ayers’ visual vocabulary. It is a setting with distinctive Gothic Revival architecture and haunting natural beauty. These characteristics are translated and recur in the artist’s imagery. During his childhood, one of the only books in the Ayers household was an illustrated Bible. The images within had a profound effect on the themes and subjects that would appear in his adult work. Figures in an Ayers’ drawing often seem trapped in a narrative of loss and redemption. Powerful women loom large in the drawings: they suggest the female role models his journals record in early life. The drawings can sometimes convey a strong sense of conflict, and at other times, harmony. Nature and architecture seem to have an antagonistic relationship that is, ironically, symbiotic. A critical turning point in the artist’s career came in 1971 when he was included in the extremely controversial Whitney Museum show, Contemporary Black Artists in America. The exhibition gave Ayers an international audience and served as a calling card for introductions he would soon make in Europe. Ayers is a particularly compelling figure in a period when black artists struggled with the idea of authenticity. A questioned often asked was “Is your work too black, or not black enough?” Abstractionists were considered by some peers to be sell-outs, frauds or worse. Figurative* work was accused of being either sentimental or politically radical depending on the critical source. Ayers made the choice early on to be a figurative artist, but considered his work devoid of political content. Organizations such as Chicago’ s Afri-Cobra in the late 1960‘s asserted that the only true black art of any relevance must depict the black man and woman...
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1980s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Ink

Untitled
Untitled
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Vintage American School Abstract Expressionist Large Neutral Tone Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed.
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1950s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Ensign No. 1
Located in Columbia, MO
A native of Upstate New York, Matt Ballou was educated at The School of The Art Institute of Chicago (BFA 2001) and Indiana University ( MFA 2005) before coming to The University of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Plastic, Permanent Marker

Moonlight Bay Atmospheric Abstract Seascape Art by Contemporary British Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Moonlight Bay Atmospheric Abstract Seascape Painting by Leading Contemporary British Artist, Angela Wakefield Art measures 31.5 x 31.5 inches Frame measure 37 x 37 inches This painting is an exquisite example of abstract expressionism, capturing the viewer's imagination with its evocative use of colour and form. The artist skillfully blends deep, moody blacks and grays with vibrant splashes of pink, orange, and yellow, creating a dynamic contrast that suggests a dramatic sunset or a tempestuous sky. The interplay of light and dark tones brings a sense of depth and movement to the piece, inviting the viewer to interpret the scene through their own lens. The broad, expressive brushstrokes and layers of colour give the painting a textured, almost tactile quality, adding to its visual intrigue. This complexity in texture and color makes it a compelling focal point for any room, drawing the eye and sparking conversation. The artwork is beautifully framed in an elegant, slightly distressed gold frame that complements the richness of the painting, adding a touch of sophistication and timelessness. This combination of contemporary abstract style with a classic frame makes it versatile for various interior settings, from modern minimalist to more traditional decors. Ideal for collectors who appreciate the emotional and interpretative power of abstract art, this painting offers a unique blend of intensity and tranquility. It not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of a space but also provides a window into the artist's creative vision, making it a truly captivating piece for any art enthusiast. Angela Wakefield has twice been on the front cover of ‘Art of England’ and featured in ARTnews, attracting international attention and critical acclaim with her urban landscape paintings of New York, London & the North of England. The style of painting has been described as ‘contemporary realism’, and is often favourably compared with Edward Hopper by collectors and art critics. Angela’s work is held in private collections in Europe and the USA, including the British Royal Family. Her admirers include leading figures in international business, filmmaking and the media. PROVENANCE: Ascot Studios...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Contemporary abstract expressionist floral watercolor painting "Loving bloom"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This contemporary, vibrant abstract expressionist floral painting, executed with the touch of Impressionism and the intensity of Fauvism, was created by French artist Natalya Mougeno...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Abstract Painting Blue Sea II Pigments Contemporary Artist Gabriela Meunie 2024
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
At Escat Gallery we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of trust and professionalism for our collectors. Every artwork in our collection comes with a Certificate of Au...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Resin, Cotton Canvas, Pigment

ABSTRACT Earth Tones Black Lines Painting Spanish Artist Alicia Gimeno New
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
At Escat Gallery we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of trust and professionalism for our collectors. Every artwork in our collection comes with a Certificate of Au...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Ink, Oil, Acrylic

“Sunflowers on the Balcony” Oil on Canvas Contemporary Abstract Cat Painting
Located in New York, NY
Imagine a soft morning — the kind where sunlight has not yet gathered its full strength. A cat sits quietly on a balcony, poised yet relaxed, looking out toward the world beyond the ...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Canvas, Illustration Board

Chocolate
Located in Zofingen, AG
This artwork is a compelling fusion of intricate patterns and rich textures, characterized by its geometric complexity and elegant use of color. Dominated by deep browns and vibrant ...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Varnish, Acrylic

Calm Within by Gabriela Azar Schreiner. Contemporary abstract Painting
Located in Mentone, AU
This painting is unstretched and unframed. It will be carefully rolled and shipped in a tube. "Creating large-scale abstract paintings that evoke tranquility and presence in any spac...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

ABSTRACT Geometry Grey Painting by Contemporary German Artist Carolin Kreutzer
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
At Escat Gallery we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of trust and professionalism for our collectors. Every artwork in our collection comes with a Certificate of Au...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Deja Vu #1, Judith North, Oil on Canvas Abstract Painting, Geometric Abstract
Located in Deddington, GB
Deja Vu #1 by Judith North [2022] Deja Vu is a series of abstract paintings which aim to capture my response to something previously experienced. Additi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Floral Frenzy" very large impressionistic floral pot painting on canvas
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 Abstract te...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Muted Woodland Soft Abstract Landscape Earth Tones by Federica Furbelli
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Federica Furbelli (1988, Varese, Italy) is a visual artist based in Mallorca whose practice centers on psychogeography, exploring drift, movement, and the relationship between nature...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Oil

Crack Loud (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
Frost has developed a unique process that is part painting and part collage. His method is based on instinct and intuition, similar to automatic drawing or action painting. He begi...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

#171, Abstract, Photography, Painting, Expressionism
Located in München, BY
Unique piece More sizes and an Essay from Lyle Rexer about this series on request. Joachim Schmeisser’s work rescues photography from the centuries-old straightjacket of realism to...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Pigment

Christina Gschwantner New Vivid Gestures Contemporary Abstract Painting Bright
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
The work reflects the artist’s mastery of gesture and emotion, where each mark becomes a visual language. A striking piece that brings movement, depth, and intensity to any collectio...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Love Season - Dreamy Romantic Abstract Textural Soft Blush Tone Floral Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drawing inspiration from an immersive and impressionistic interpretation of nature, Canadian artist Vé Boisvert paints textural original artworks that capture the fleeting effects of...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"umbrella girl series" Part1, RK25BA1, Abstract Painting, 21st Century, Acryl
Located in Dessau-Rosslau, Sachsen Anhalt
Artist: Roger König b. Dessau, Germany (1968) Master student of Kurt Schönburg, HWK Halle, Germany. König combines modern painting with acrylic with old techniques and in this way,...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Clay, Acrylic

Flowery Language 4, Abstract Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Vibrant swirls of paint mimic the movement of blooming flowers and twisting vines. When artist Sheila Grabarasky dips her brush into green, the lyrical flow o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Vintage California Modern Framed Original Vintage Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American abstract expressionist painting. OIl on canvas. Framed. Signed.
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1970s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Turnabout: Abstract Geometric 3D Wooden Wall Sculpture in Green, Grey & Beige
Located in Hudson, NY
Abstract geometric three-dimensional wood wall sculpture in bright pastel hues of sage green, light grey, and beige "Turnabout", hand-carved wooden wall sculpture by Hudson Valley ar...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Wood, Dye, Acrylic, Wood Panel

Antique American Framed Original Vintage Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American abstract expressionist painting. OIl on canvas. Framed. Finely painted with wonderful color palette.
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1970s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Stripe 4
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Mary was born in Ohio and has lived in Memphis, Tennessee since the mid-1990s. Following studies in graphic design and painting, she began working in encaustic in 2001. Mary grew u...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Mixed Media, Encaustic

Noir and Luster Large Abstract Original Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan Title: Noir and Luster Medium: Acrylic on Linen Year: 2025 Style: Contemporary Art Dimensions: 75" x 63" x 1" inch (190 x 160 x 3cm) Presentation: Unframed, Gal...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

The Divine Goddess - Warm Soft Jewel Tone Abstract Floral Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drawing inspiration from an immersive and impressionistic interpretation of nature, Canadian artist Vé Boisvert paints textural original artworks that capture the fleeting effects of...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Traces
Located in Oslo, NO
Following the afterglow — amber notes against misty blues — the surface begins to hum, holding a calm tension between warmth and air. Layered veils and soft, gestural passages keep t...
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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Large Contemporary Bookshelf Painting – Oil on Canvas in Blue, Ochre and Ivory
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Sophie Dumont – “Les Gardiens du Savoir” Oil on canvas – 19.69 x 59.06 in (50 x 150 cm) Framed dimensions: 22.44 x 61.81 in (57 x 157 cm) – Choice of black or natural wood frame Year: 2025 Certificate of authenticity included Les Gardiens du Savoir is a monumental bookshelf painting by French artist Sophie Dumont, known for her poetic and textured abstractions of literary spaces. In this large horizontal composition, vertical books stand as sentinels of silence and memory, painted in a harmonious palette of ivory, navy blue, ochre, rust, and soft grey. Built entirely with oil and palette knife, the surface is richly textured, offering tactile depth and visual rhythm. Each book, slightly irregular, becomes a unique entity—together forming a sculptural architecture of thought and time. This elegant and balanced work makes a powerful statement in modern interiors, reading rooms, or creative spaces. Part of Dumont’s acclaimed “library” series, Les Gardiens du Savoir combines minimalist structure with emotional resonance. Her work is collected internationally and exhibited in galleries and museums across Europe and North America. 🔍 Keywords SEO : bookshelf painting, large oil on canvas, French artist Sophie Dumont, contemporary library art, abstract book painting, neutral and blue wall art...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Abstract paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Abstract 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 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, purple, orange, red and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Giorgio Lo Fermo, Sumit Mehndiratta, Nestor Toro, and Cindy Shaoul. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Synthetic Resin 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 paintings, so small editions measuring 0.1 inches across are also available.

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