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In 1967, artist Sol LeWitt wrote that in “Conceptual art the idea or concept is the most important aspect of the work.” He was giving a name to an art movement that had emerged in the 1960s in which artists were less focused on their medium being something traditionally “artistic” and instead engaged in using any object, movement, form, action or place to express an idea.

LeWitt’s work was featured alongside an assemblage of notes, drawings and outlines by other artists in “Working Drawings and Other Visible Things on Paper Not Necessarily Meant to Be Viewed as Art,” a groundbreaking show at New York City’s School of Visual Arts curated by Mel Bochner, another leading exponent of Conceptualism. Building on radical 20th-century statements, like Fountain (1917) by French artist Marcel Duchamp, Conceptual artists around Europe and North and South America were not interested in the commercial art scene and rather directly challenged its systems and values.

Stretching into the 1970s, this movement has also been called Post-Object art and Dematerialized art. Conceptual art reflected a larger era of social and political upheaval. Pieces associated with the style range from Roelof Louw’s Soul City (Pyramid of Oranges) (1967) — a work of installation art that sees fresh oranges stacked into a pyramid from which visitors are allowed to take one orange away — to On Kawara’s “Today” series, which saw the Japanese artist carefully painting a date in white acrylic on canvases consisting of a single color from 1966 to his death in 2014. Artists such as Ed Ruscha, who created the Twentysix Gasoline Stations book — a collection of photos of gas stations that is widely said to be the first modern artists’ book — made photography a major platform for Conceptual art, as did Bruce Nauman, who burned one of Ruscha's books and then photographed it for his own.

Conceptual art’s legacy of questioning artistic authorship, ownership and how to work with complex ideas of space and time had a significant influence on the decades of culture that followed, and it continues to inform art today.

The collection of Conceptual photography, paintings and sculptures on 1stDibs includes artworks by John Baldessari, Jenny Holzer, Lawrence Weiner, Joseph Kosuth and others.

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Style: Conceptual
Ecstasy - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Indigenous, Children in Fashion
Ecstasy - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Indigenous, Children in Fashion

Ecstasy - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Indigenous, Children in Fashion

By Oluwatobiloba Amusan

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide Ships in a well-protected tube. This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. A young girl holding a yellow rose flower is seen in this painting during her playtime rejoicing after receiving a piece of good news. The yellow rose flower is a symbol of joy, happiness, and gratitude. About Artist Oluwatobiloba...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Ink, Acrylic

Les Mannequins (The Supermodels) 2 - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative, Hair
Les Mannequins (The Supermodels) 2 - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative, Hair

Les Mannequins (The Supermodels) 2 - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative, Hair

By Alawaye Tope

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 Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Charcoal, Acrylic

All in My Head - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative, Men, Love, Thoughts
All in My Head - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative, Men, Love, Thoughts

All in My Head - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative, Men, Love, Thoughts

By Michael Adetula

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 Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Charcoal, Mixed Media, Acrylic

White Lollipop Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Conceptual, 21st Century
White Lollipop Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Conceptual, 21st Century

White Lollipop Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Conceptual, 21st Century

By Maria Tendo

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide Ships in a well-protected tube This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Red Hair Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Conceptual 21st Century Art
Red Hair Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Conceptual 21st Century Art

Red Hair Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Conceptual 21st Century Art

By Maria Tendo

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide Ships in a well-protected tube This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Athlete Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Conceptual Style, 21st Century
Athlete Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Conceptual Style, 21st Century

Athlete Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Conceptual Style, 21st Century

By Maria Tendo

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide Ships in a well-protected tube This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Fruitless Endeavor: Acrylic Painting on Canvas, 21st Century Art
Fruitless Endeavor: Acrylic Painting on Canvas, 21st Century Art

Fruitless Endeavor: Acrylic Painting on Canvas, 21st Century Art

By Maria Tendo

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide Ships in a well-protected tube This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Silent Echoes: Unframed Acrylic Painting on Canvas, 21st Century
Silent Echoes: Unframed Acrylic Painting on Canvas, 21st Century

Silent Echoes: Unframed Acrylic Painting on Canvas, 21st Century

By John Ali

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 Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Serenity Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Conceptual Style, 21st Century
Serenity Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Conceptual Style, 21st Century

Serenity Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Conceptual Style, 21st Century

By John Ali

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

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 Gal...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Unbroken Oil Painting on Canvas, Conceptual Style, Unframed
Unbroken Oil Painting on Canvas, Conceptual Style, Unframed

Unbroken Oil Painting on Canvas, Conceptual Style, Unframed

By John Ali

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

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 Gal...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Living Large - Original Canvas - Signed

Living Large - Original Canvas - Signed

By Nelson De La Nuez

Located in New York, NY

Homages to Mr. Monopoly. Conceptual. Vintage magazines in the background to create the narrative. One of a kind. About the Artist: NELSON DE LA NUEZ is one of the most sough...

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2010s Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Watercolor, Newsprint

Extraordinary Woman 2, Mixed Media on Canvas, Conceptual, 21st Century
Extraordinary Woman 2, Mixed Media on Canvas, Conceptual, 21st Century

Extraordinary Woman 2, Mixed Media on Canvas, Conceptual, 21st Century

By Michael Adetula

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

"Extraordinary Woman" by Michael Adetula is a captivating artwork that celebrates the unique beauty and personality of a young woman who exudes confidence and charm. At first glance,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Charcoal, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Minimalist Dapper Mixed Media Painting on Canvas, 21st Century
Minimalist Dapper Mixed Media Painting on Canvas, 21st Century

Minimalist Dapper Mixed Media Painting on Canvas, 21st Century

By Michael Adetula

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

As a model being a fashionista gives and creates room for you to keep your style and interest the way you feel and the way you want it to be, deciding to keep your style very simple,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Charcoal, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Far From Home: Mixed Media Artwork in Acrylic on Canvas
Far From Home: Mixed Media Artwork in Acrylic on Canvas

Far From Home: Mixed Media Artwork in Acrylic on Canvas

By Michael Adetula

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

"Far From Home" by Michael Adetula is a poignant artwork that eloquently captures the essence of the human pursuit for a better life and the bittersweet experience of being far away ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Charcoal, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Gaze: A Powerful Language in Mixed Media on Canvas, 21st Century
Gaze: A Powerful Language in Mixed Media on Canvas, 21st Century

Gaze: A Powerful Language in Mixed Media on Canvas, 21st Century

By Michael Adetula

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

"Gaze is a Powerful Language," a creation by the talented artist Michael Adetula, is a compelling artwork that explores the captivating and expressive power of a young woman's gaze. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Charcoal, Mixed Media, Acrylic

I Need Some Love 2 Mixed Media Artwork, Conceptual, 21st Century
I Need Some Love 2 Mixed Media Artwork, Conceptual, 21st Century

I Need Some Love 2 Mixed Media Artwork, Conceptual, 21st Century

By Michael Adetula

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

The focal point of the artwork, the man's free-flowing dreadlocks, serves as a potent symbol of individuality and cultural diversity. In many cultures, dreadlocks have deep-rooted historical and spiritual significance, representing a unique connection to heritage, self-expression, and identity. By emphasizing the man's hair in the portrait, Adetula calls attention to the fact that discrimination often arises from superficial judgments based on appearance, whether it be hairstyles, clothing choices, or language differences. The artwork's title, "I Need Some Love," conveys a heartfelt plea for compassion and understanding. It reminds us that discrimination and prejudice have no place in a harmonious and inclusive society. Adetula's creation urges us to break free from these harmful mindsets and cultivate a culture of empathy and acceptance toward one another. The message of the artwork resonates strongly with the call to let love prevail, irrespective of one's origin or outward appearance. Discrimination, whether conscious or unconscious, hinders our collective progress as a society. It erects barriers between individuals and communities, fostering mistrust and animosity. Adetula's artwork encourages us to dismantle these barriers and build bridges instead. Embracing diversity enriches our lives, broadens our perspectives, and fosters a climate of respect and unity. The man's free-flowing dreadlocks symbolize the beauty of embracing cultural differences and recognizing the uniqueness that each individual brings to the table. Moreover, "I Need Some Love" emphasizes the power of love as a transformative force. The artwork reminds us that by approaching others with love, compassion, and understanding, we can create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard. Correcting people with love, rather than judgment or hostility, allows us to foster meaningful connections and open up constructive dialogues, thereby nurturing a culture of growth and understanding. The man depicted in the artwork is a poignant reminder that every person deserves happiness and love, irrespective of their appearance, background, or language. Embracing diversity not only enhances our interpersonal relationships but also contributes to the betterment of society as a whole. When we treat one another with kindness and empathy, we foster a sense of belonging and acceptance that empowers individuals to thrive and contribute positively to their communities. In conclusion, "I Need Some Love" by Michael Adetula...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Charcoal, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Arewà Mixed Media Canvas Painting, Conceptual Art, Unframed
Arewà Mixed Media Canvas Painting, Conceptual Art, Unframed

Arewà Mixed Media Canvas Painting, Conceptual Art, Unframed

By Michael Adetula

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

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. About Artist Michael Adetula...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Charcoal, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Cauda Pavonis,  Synergic - Conceptual Encaustic, Oil Pigments, Canvas On Wood
Cauda Pavonis,  Synergic - Conceptual Encaustic, Oil Pigments, Canvas On Wood

Cauda Pavonis, Synergic - Conceptual Encaustic, Oil Pigments, Canvas On Wood

By Krzysztof Gliszczyński

Located in Hallein, AT

"Cauda Pavonis" synergic painting: pigments, oil, encaustic on canvas stretched on wood, ∅ 80 cm, 2017. Krzysztof Gliszczyński is Professor for painting on Academy of fine arts Gda...

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2010s Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Encaustic, Oil, Pigment

"My Backbone and I" Mixed Media Painting, Conceptual, Unframed
"My Backbone and I" Mixed Media Painting, Conceptual, Unframed

"My Backbone and I" Mixed Media Painting, Conceptual, Unframed

By Michael Adetula

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

The central theme of the artwork revolves around the concept of love, partnership, and the strength that comes from sharing life's journey with someone you truly cherish. The portrayal of a woman standing behind a man is symbolic and highlights the significance of being someone's backbone, providing much-needed support and encouragement in every situation. The title, "My Backbone and I," aptly captures the essence of the artwork. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of the couple, where each person complements and supports the other, forming an unbreakable bond. This piece reminds us that true love involves more than just being there during the good times; it means standing together, hand-in-hand, through life's challenges and triumphs. In the context of the artwork, the woman's presence behind the man represents her role as a steadfast pillar of strength, constantly supporting and empowering him. This representation challenges traditional gender norms, debunking the outdated notion that women should always stand behind men. Instead, it celebrates the idea that a successful partnership is built on mutual respect, equal footing, and shared responsibilities. The artist, Michael Adetula...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Charcoal, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Old & Master 88: Oil Painting on Linen, Conceptual Style, 2024
Old & Master 88: Oil Painting on Linen, Conceptual Style, 2024

Old & Master 88: Oil Painting on Linen, Conceptual Style, 2024

By Antonio Ortega

Located in BARCELONA, ES

The choice of pink for the stones is deliberate, emphasizing that this is not a naturalistic depiction. Ortega begins his paintings on a magenta base—a color that does not exist natu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Linen, Oil

Metal Landscape Composition "Airport Road, Cape Town"
Metal Landscape Composition "Airport Road, Cape Town"

Metal Landscape Composition "Airport Road, Cape Town"

By Mark Hilltout

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Mark Hilltout has always been drawn to the random, the discarded and the broken. Car dumps fascinate him - he is attracted to the broken edge, not the perfectly straight line. For th...

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2010s Conceptual Paintings

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Iron, Metal

Sound in Grey

Sound in Grey

By Robert Petrick

Located in Los Angeles, CA

"Sound in Grey" Graffiti & Line series 2017 acrylic on canvas 60X44" Signed, dated and titled on the reverse side. Robert Petrick's paintings create a link between the street cul...

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2010s Conceptual Paintings

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Acrylic

Clocher Roman Lithograph, Conceptual Style, Signed, Limited Edition
Clocher Roman Lithograph, Conceptual Style, Signed, Limited Edition

Clocher Roman Lithograph, Conceptual Style, Signed, Limited Edition

Located in Belgrade, MT

This lithograph is part of my private collection. It is limited in edition artist pencil signed lower right and is in very good condition . Jean Couty Epreuve de' artist an original ...

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Mid-20th Century Conceptual Paintings

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Lithograph

IC1 - Et Dominus
IC1 - Et Dominus

IC1 - Et Dominus

Located in New York, NY

Et Dominus by Robert Perez Acrylic on wood 24x24 Conceptual Abstract, Mixed Media, Colors: Orange, Pink, Black, White, Green

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2010s Conceptual Paintings

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Plywood, Acrylic

A walk. Oil on canvas, 80x81 cm
A walk. Oil on canvas, 80x81 cm

A walk. Oil on canvas, 80x81 cm

By Victor Karnauh

Located in Riga, LV

A walk Oil on canvas, 80x81 cm Victor Karnaukh (1950, Dnepropetrovsk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR – 2012, Dnepropetrovsk Oblast, Ukraine) – a painter, a monument designer, graduate of Lat...

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1990s Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Still life. Oil on canvas, 60x80 cm
Still life. Oil on canvas, 60x80 cm

Still life. Oil on canvas, 60x80 cm

By Victor Karnauh

Located in Riga, LV

Still life Oil on canvas, 60x80 cm Victor Karnaukh (1950, Dnepropetrovsk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR – 2012, Dnepropetrovsk Oblast, Ukraine) – a painter, a monument designer, graduate of...

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1990s Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Xólotl en la caverna
Xólotl en la caverna

Xólotl en la caverna

By Erik Perez

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

An innate and atypical landscape artist, Eric Pérez is an intellectual who paints. He knows and loves Mexican and world history, from which he derives his contemporary context. His p...

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2010s Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Post Soviet Russian Avant Garde Art Photograph Mixed Media Gum Bichromate Photo
Post Soviet Russian Avant Garde Art Photograph Mixed Media Gum Bichromate Photo

Post Soviet Russian Avant Garde Art Photograph Mixed Media Gum Bichromate Photo

By Igor Vishnyakov

Located in Surfside, FL

Igor Vishnyakov is a Russian Postwar & Contemporary artist who was born in 1968 in Moscow. Igor spent his childhood in Africa and Southeast Asia. After returning to Moscow in the mi...

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Early 2000s Conceptual Paintings

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Mixed Media, Photographic Paper

Meeting II. Oil on canvas, 85x84.5 cm
Meeting II. Oil on canvas, 85x84.5 cm

Meeting II. Oil on canvas, 85x84.5 cm

By Victor Karnauh

Located in Riga, LV

Meeting II Oil on canvas, 85x84.5 cm Victor Karnaukh (1950, Dnepropetrovsk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR – 2012, Dnepropetrovsk Oblast, Ukraine) – a painter, a monument designer, graduate ...

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1990s Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Against Apartheid", Mixed Media on Linen with Assemblage Elements, 1982-1984
"Against Apartheid", Mixed Media on Linen with Assemblage Elements, 1982-1984

"Against Apartheid", Mixed Media on Linen with Assemblage Elements, 1982-1984

Located in Astoria, NY

Roni Nicholson (American, XX-XXI), "Against Apartheid", Mixed Media on Linen with Assemblage Elements, 1982-1984, signed, titled, and dated verso, unframed. 54" H x 54" W x 1.5" D....

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1980s Conceptual Paintings

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Textile, Linen, Wood, Found Objects, Mixed Media, Oil, Newsprint

Three Dog Night
Three Dog Night

Three Dog Night

By Michael Beam

Located in Buffalo, NY

The title for this work was inspired by the ruminations of Charles Manson in the 2010 publication Charles Manson NOW. “When you come to prison and you stay the fifteen years, all the dogs of the world are dead when you come back out, there is no dog that was a live when you were out last time. The three dog...

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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Paintings

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Acrylic, Canvas, Glitter, Spray Paint

Flight. 1999. Oil on canvas, 76x91 cm
Flight. 1999. Oil on canvas, 76x91 cm

Flight. 1999. Oil on canvas, 76x91 cm

By Victor Karnauh

Located in Riga, LV

Flight 1999. Oil on canvas, 76x91 cm Victor Karnaukh (1950, Dnepropetrovsk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR – 2012, Dnepropetrovsk Oblast, Ukraine) – a painter, a monument designer, graduate ...

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1990s Conceptual Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Conceptual paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Conceptual 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, orange, red, purple and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Peter Soriano, Penelope Ellis, Eduardo Costa, and Mattia Novello. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Oil Paint and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Conceptual paintings, so small editions measuring 6.75 inches across are also available. Prices for 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 $333 and tops out at $115,000, while the average work sells for $3,713.