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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
White Ruffles & Gold
White Ruffles & Gold

White Ruffles & Gold

By Svetlana Saratova

Located in Zofingen, AG

The painting “White Ruffles & Gold” is created on canvas using a mixed-media technique. The sculptural ruffles, formed from clay, create an expressive relief that evokes movement, so...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Stroll Through the Evening City
Stroll Through the Evening City

Stroll Through the Evening City

By Jacob Burda

Located in Zofingen, AG

This abstract painting, with its rich palette of purples, ochres, greens, and oranges, evokes the atmosphere of an evening walk through the city. There are no literal buildings or st...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Love In Bloom - Color Drenched Figurative Abstract Textured Impasto Oil Painting
Love In Bloom - Color Drenched Figurative Abstract Textured Impasto Oil Painting

Love In Bloom - Color Drenched Figurative Abstract Textured Impasto Oil Painting

By Ekaterina Ermilkina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ekaterina Ermilkina’s original, abstract fine art paintings are created using a skillful combination of applying and removing oil paint with a palette knife on canvas. Her inspiratio...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mediterrani, Blue and White, Abstract Gesture Patters, Acrylic Painting Seascape
Mediterrani, Blue and White, Abstract Gesture Patters, Acrylic Painting Seascape

Mediterrani, Blue and White, Abstract Gesture Patters, Acrylic Painting Seascape

By Enric Servera

Located in Barcelona, ES

This series by Enric Servera explores the relationship of humans to salt and seawater. The intention of these works is to submerge us into the sea, a salty treasure that surrounds us...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Watercolor

Abstract 2457
Abstract 2457

Alex SenchenkoAbstract 2457, 2024

$1,615Sale Price|20% Off

Abstract 2457

By Alex Senchenko

Located in Zofingen, AG

In creating this artwork, I delved into the essence of nature's transformative beauty, merging abstract and impressionistic techniques with energetic strokes of acrylic. This piece s...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Art School - Large Oversized Original Textural Figurative Abstract Expressionist
Art School - Large Oversized Original Textural Figurative Abstract Expressionist

Art School - Large Oversized Original Textural Figurative Abstract Expressionist

By Jonas Fisch

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 canvas...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

ABSTRACT Artwork by Contemporary Artist Italian Giorgio Petracci 2024 Landscape
ABSTRACT Artwork by Contemporary Artist Italian Giorgio Petracci 2024 Landscape

ABSTRACT Artwork by Contemporary Artist Italian Giorgio Petracci 2024 Landscape

By Giorgio Petracci

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

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Untitled 154_25 (Abstract Painting)
Untitled 154_25 (Abstract Painting)

Untitled 154_25 (Abstract Painting)

By Ludovic Dervillez

Located in London, GB

Ludovic Dervillez is a French abstract painter whose practice is a powerful interrogation of how painting can still be a living, resonant space, focusing on the vital tension between...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media

Summer Sheep By Natalie Bird
Summer Sheep By Natalie Bird

Summer Sheep By Natalie Bird

By Natalie Bird

Located in Deddington, GB

original Oil on board Image size: H:14 cm x W:18 cm Sold Unframed Please note that insitu images are purely an indication of how a piece may look Oil on board

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Abstract Composition

Abstract Composition

By Bill Parker

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Signed bottom left center and again verso along with title and date 1979. Bill Parker (from the Chase Gallery letter of December 6,1974) Born Texas 1922 Worked in Paris from 1951 o...

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1970s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Divine Spontaneity II" Acrylic, Oil Pastels, Pencils Abstract Painting 48"x36"
"Divine Spontaneity II" Acrylic, Oil Pastels, Pencils Abstract Painting 48"x36"

"Divine Spontaneity II" Acrylic, Oil Pastels, Pencils Abstract Painting 48"x36"

By Karina Gentinetta

Located in New York, NY

"Divine Spontaneity II" 2023, 48" H x 36" W. Vertical abstract painting consisting of acrylics, house paint, oil pastels, color pencils, and carbon pencils on canvas by Argentine-bo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

House Paint, Acrylic, Carbon Pencil, Oil Pastel, Color Pencil

Large Finely Painted American School Abstract Coastal Landscape Oil Painting
Large Finely Painted American School Abstract Coastal Landscape Oil Painting

Large Finely Painted American School Abstract Coastal Landscape Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Very nicely painted American school abstract landscape painting. Framed in a period modernist wood molding. Oil on board. Image size, 24H by 29L.

Category

1940s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Power Grab in Primary Colors
Power Grab in Primary Colors

Power Grab in Primary Colors

Located in San Francisco, CA

Locked in an embrace, two of the three primary colors set against a yellow background might represent the contentment of enduring intimacy, or the grip technology has on all of us, o...

Category

1960s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

BIRTH, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
BIRTH, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

BIRTH, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

By Emily STARCK

Located in Yardley, PA

Birth is a work of abstraction in a colorful and vivid palette. Professional and high quality painting with anti UV protection and velvet rendering. Edges are painted in the cont...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Finding Balance - Tranquil Colorful Abstract Painting
Finding Balance - Tranquil Colorful Abstract Painting

Finding Balance - Tranquil Colorful Abstract Painting

By Julie Naima

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The original artworks by Canadian artist Julie Naima feature visually appealing abstract compositions with organic shapes that evoke a sense of tranquility and serenity. The harmonious interplay of a few carefully selected colors, and their varied shades, create a nuanced visual experience that is both calming and invigorating. Crafted in a contemporary and modern style, her paintings are infused with a touch of refinement and artistic flair. The use of organic shapes creates a sense of natural flow and movement, while the balanced color palette adds a level of sophistication to the overall design. This one-of-a-kind abstract painting on canvas measures 48 inches in height and 40 inches in width. The sides of the artwork are thoughtfully painted in a complementary shade of blue, eliminating the need for framing and creating a cohesive, finished look. The painting is wired and ready to hang, making it a hassle-free addition to any wall. It's signed by the artist on both the side and back, adding an extra touch of authenticity and value. 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 Julie Naima. Julie Naima is an accomplished artist originally from Montreal, Canada, who currently resides in a tranquil rural town, removed from the frenetic pace of city life. Her creative process is characterized by experimentation, having explored various techniques and media, such as fluid paints, flowy inks, epoxy resin, collage, and mixed media. However, Naima has since returned to exclusively working with acrylics on canvas, with a particular focus on color. Through this dedication, Naima has discovered that colorful abstract art, imbued with positive emotions and good intentions, is what resonates most with her. Naima's impressive body of work can be found in many private collections across Canada, Europe, Australia, and the United States, attesting to the universality of her artistic vision. Her unique use of color and form imbues her abstract works with a sense of energy and dynamism, evoking a wide range of emotions in viewers. REPRESENTATION: Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, USA EXHIBITIONS 2023 Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA 2022 ARTWRK Gallery, Canada Square Foot Show, Online 2020 Solo Show, Forena Spa, St-Bruno-de-Montarville, Canada Solo Show, Crystal Hotel...

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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Original 1970'S French Abstract Composition with Thick Organic Lines
Original 1970'S French Abstract Composition with Thick Organic Lines

Original 1970'S French Abstract Composition with Thick Organic Lines

By Claude Lagouche

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist: Claude Lagouche (French 1943-2020) Claude Lagouche was born January 2, 1943 in Naves, died January 16, 2020. He quickly gained recognition for his talent and his work, exh...

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Paintings

Materials

Watercolor

Scavi CXLVII Triptych Large Abstract, Fresco on Linen, 2000
Scavi CXLVII Triptych Large Abstract, Fresco on Linen, 2000

Scavi CXLVII Triptych Large Abstract, Fresco on Linen, 2000

By Marcia Myers

Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL

Scavi CXL VII Triptych 2000 Fresco, varnish on linen Size: 85"h x 72"w x2" Titled, signed and dated on verso, made up of three panels that are all screwed together with industrial ro...

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Early 2000s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Linen, Varnish, Oil

Holy Split I Mixed Media Original Painting on Canvas, Abstract Landscape, 2026
Holy Split I Mixed Media Original Painting on Canvas, Abstract Landscape, 2026

Holy Split I Mixed Media Original Painting on Canvas, Abstract Landscape, 2026

By Nicholas Evans

Located in Paris, IDF

HOLY SPLIT I 2026 Paris, France HOLY SPLIT I is an ethereal mixed medium painting on canvas depicting a surreal dreamlike rift in a serene landscape. Abstract fuchsia forms suggesti...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Pencil

Sweet Patch of Joy: Large Painting, Floral, Impressionism, 76x101 cm
Sweet Patch of Joy: Large Painting, Floral, Impressionism, 76x101 cm

Sweet Patch of Joy: Large Painting, Floral, Impressionism, 76x101 cm

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Sweet Patch of Joy Sweet Patch of Joy - Painting Floral Delight Impressionism Maximalism Unique Joy One-of-a-kind Butterfly In creating this piece, I poured my heart into vi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Oil, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Under the Moonlight
Under the Moonlight

Under the Moonlight

By Olesia Miftahova

Located in Zofingen, AG

On the painting, the Goddess eembraces the lamb. Her appearance reveals an underlying bond between the divine, the human, and the natural, suggesting that these realms arise from a c...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Discovering Green (Gestural Abstraction, Green, Blue, Gold, Jungle, ~42% OFF)
Discovering Green (Gestural Abstraction, Green, Blue, Gold, Jungle, ~42% OFF)

Discovering Green (Gestural Abstraction, Green, Blue, Gold, Jungle, ~42% OFF)

By Ted Hinrichs

Located in Kansas City, MO

Ted Hinrichs Discovering Green Acrylic on Canvas Year: 2025 Size: 30 x 24 x 0.75 inches (76.2 x 60.96 x 1.9 cm) Signed by hand COA provided *On Stretcher Frame (Painted Edges), read...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Ocean's Jewels, Abstract Oil Painting
Ocean's Jewels, Abstract Oil Painting

Ocean's Jewels, Abstract Oil Painting

By Dorothy Gaziano

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A layer of emerald green rests atop a base of purple, pale blue, and white, creating a striking contrast of light and dark. Scratches and marks added while the ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

No. 2, Hard-Edge Geometric Painting by Dale Laun 1969
No. 2, Hard-Edge Geometric Painting by Dale Laun 1969

No. 2, Hard-Edge Geometric Painting by Dale Laun 1969

Located in Long Island City, NY

Painting No. 2 by Dale Laun, American (1939–2018) Date: 1968-1969 Acrylic on Canvas, signed upper right on cardboard overlay Size: 44 x 46 in. (111.76 x 116.84 cm)

Category

1960s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

An ancient fable. 1971. Oil on canvas, 100x150 cm
An ancient fable. 1971. Oil on canvas, 100x150 cm

An ancient fable. 1971. Oil on canvas, 100x150 cm

By Ivars Muizulis

Located in Riga, LV

An ancient fable. 1971. Oil on canvas, 100x150 cm Ivars Muizulis (1936) 1956 – Graduated from the Liepaja Art College, Department of Sculpture 1956 – 1960 – Studied at the Art Aca...

Category

1970s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A moment of the wildest freedom - Large abstract expressionist green painting
A moment of the wildest freedom - Large abstract expressionist green painting

A moment of the wildest freedom - Large abstract expressionist green painting

By Jennifer L. Baker

Located in Silverthorne, CO

This painting is a wild green song to freedom and nature. I am in love with my abstract expressionist self. While I do love painting tonal pieces and abstract landscape, the quintess...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cara Azul, Contemporary Art, Abstract Painting, 21st Century
Cara Azul, Contemporary Art, Abstract Painting, 21st Century

Cara Azul, Contemporary Art, Abstract Painting, 21st Century

By Enrique Pichardo

Located in Mexico City, MX

Contemporary Art, Abstract Painting Acrylic on canvas 220x225cm Signed FREE SHIPPING: Ships rolled up About the artist Enrique Pichardo (Mexico City, 1973) graduated from Escuela Nacional de Pintura, Escultura y Grabado (ENPEG) “La Esmeralda”. As a Mexican Contemporary Expressionism artist, Pichardo reminisces about the Pre-Hispanic past and indigenous traditions by using symbolisms of a time when the civilizations believed in magic, rituals and created beautiful colors. Through his work, he also pays tribute to world renowned Mexican artists such as Rufino Tamayo, Francisco Toledo, Rodolfo...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Abstract 2569
Abstract 2569

Alex SenchenkoAbstract 2569, 2025

$2,100Sale Price|20% Off

Abstract 2569

By Alex Senchenko

Located in Zofingen, AG

This artwork captivates with its abstract representation of a serene landscape, dominated by green and pink hues. The piece is a vivid explosion of color and texture, invoking the es...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

Abstract Expressionist Still Life Oil Painting
Abstract Expressionist Still Life Oil Painting

Abstract Expressionist Still Life Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Mid Century Modern abstract expressionist oil painting. Oil on canvas, circa 1960. Unsigned. Unframed.

Category

1960s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Floral Fantasy: Nature Abstract Bold Statement Colorful Invest Striking Delight
Floral Fantasy: Nature Abstract Bold Statement Colorful Invest Striking Delight

Floral Fantasy: Nature Abstract Bold Statement Colorful Invest Striking Delight

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Floral Fantasy Nature, Abstract, Bold, Statement, Colorful, Invest, Striking, Delight, Modern, Landscape. In this work, I've poured my heart into a vivid garden of dreams, u...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Stretcher Bars

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.