Expressionist Paintings
EXPRESSIONIST STYLE
While “expressionist” is used to describe any art that avoids naturalism and instead employs a bold use of flattened forms and intense brushwork, Expressionist art formally describes early-20th-century work from Europe that drew on Symbolism and confronted issues such as urbanization and capitalism. Expressionist artists experimented in paintings and prints with skewed perspectives, abstraction and unconventional, bright colors to portray how isolating and anxious the world felt rather than how it appeared.
Between 1905 and 1920, Austrian and German artists, in particular, were inspired by Postimpressionists such as Paul Gauguin and Vincent van Gogh in their efforts to strive for a new authenticity in their work. In its geometric patterns and decorative details, Expressionist art was also marked by eclectic sources like German and Russian folk art as well as tribal art from Africa and Oceania, which the movement’s practitioners witnessed at museums and world’s fairs.
Groups of artists came together to share and promote the themes now associated with Expressionism, such as Die Brücke (The Bridge) in Dresden, which included Erich Heckel, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff and investigated alienation and the dissolution of society in vivid color. In Munich, Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider), a group led by Wassily Kandinsky and Franz Marc, instilled Expressionism with a search for spiritual truths. In his iconic painting The Scream, prolific Norwegian painter Edvard Munch conveyed emotional turmoil through his depiction of environmental elements, such as the threatening sky.
Expressionism shifted around the outbreak of World War I, with artists using more elements of the grotesque in reaction to the escalation of unrest and violence. Printmaking was especially popular, as it allowed artists to widely disseminate works that grappled with social and political issues amid this time of upheaval. Although the art movement ended with the rise of Nazi Germany, where Expressionist creators were labeled “degenerate,” the radical ideas of these artists would influence Neo-Expressionism that emerged in the late 1970s with painters like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Francesco Clemente.
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Style: Expressionist
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Quay by the Bridge in Paris
By Roland Dubuc
Located in London, GB
'Quay by the Bridge in Paris', watercolour on art paper, by Roland Dubuc (circa 1970s-80s). The broad Parisian river Seine divides the city into the left and right banks. The Left Bank, or Rive Gauche is famous for the Latin Quarter while the Right Bank is better known for attractions like Arc de Triomphe, Montmartre, and the Louvre. A trip here simply isn’t complete without a stroll along this romantic river. And a cruise on the Seine or drinks aboard an anchored boat along the quay is a wonderful experience as well. The artist Dubuc created many artworks with the Seine as backdrop. You can have this one right in your living room. In good overall condition, the piece is newly framed and glazed with anti-reflective glass. Upon request a video of the painting may be provided.
About the Artist: Roland DuBuc (1924-1998), French artist, the sixth of 13 children and son of a construction worker. The very precariousness of the family's financial situation forced him to go to work at the age of 14. In extreme poverty, he moved to Rouen where he was lodged by the Salvation Army. During that time he struck up friendships with several artists who gave him advice and taught him techniques of drawing. He moved to other cities later where he met painters including, among others, Fred Pailhès...
Category
1960s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Fishing Port
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this painting, I've melded acrylic and oil to capture the vibrant, ever-moving essence of the fishing port. Inspired by expressionism and impressionism, the thick, intentional str...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Cardboard
Reliefs Alpins
Located in Miami, FL
Her work with signs, symbols and esoteric spirituality reflects her passion for the ancient past and represents a symbolic return to the ground from which we emerged. Her work creates a commentary about “beginnings” and the transmission of signs and emotions through visual elements evoking a spiritual essence to our scientific notion of etymology. After studying under Rolf Dürig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Credit is Dead oil on canvas painting Figurative Expressionism School of Paris
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Title: Le Bouilt (The Boil)
Author: Pedro Creixams (1893-1965)
Date: 1928
Technique: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 31.9 x 25.6 in (unframed)
Signature: Signed on the front and back
...
Category
1920s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Warm Sunset in Venice
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this visceral creation, I've melded acrylic and oil to capture the romantic aura of a rain-kissed city. My brush strokes, alive with realism and expressionism, dance with the ebbi...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Cardboard
At Sunset
Located in Zofingen, AG
In crafting this painting, I poured my heart into capturing the serene companionship between two creatures at dusk. The strokes are a dance of naive warmth with pops of color that sp...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Missing Land 02, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
The artist painted a landscape of the countryside in Summer. She was inspired by the historical landscape of her place of birth, as described in the book ‘Buitenplaatsen in het Wes...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Divine Joanna Flatau Contemporary art portrait painting colour woman red blue
Located in Paris, FR
Acrylic paint on canvas
Unique work
Hand-signed lower right by the artist
Joanna Flatau was born in Varsaw, Poland.
She graduated from Varsaw History of Arts University and from th...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Two in a Boat
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this piece, I've woven vivid expressionism with a hint of pop art's boldness, contrasting with the subtlety of impressionism. With acrylic and oil, I depict an enchanting voyage o...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Cardboard
Flux, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
This piece depicts life challenges and milestones. Flux, because life throws us a curveball. The use of Light and Dark and a sense of movement to reflect emotion is my favourite, o...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Contemporary Intricate Abstract Women Forms in Muted Dark Earth Tones Painting
Located in ALCOY/ALCOI, ES
Title: «Orgia número 7»
Collection: Muses
Description: Acrylic on canvas, figurative, dark, love, gestural, modern
Symbolism of the number 7: love. This image tells us an erotic story about goddesses who embark on a soft and passionate orgy. Seven naked and uninhibited women in a paradisiacal setting."
Based on this description, the artwork in question is likely an erotic depiction of goddesses engaging in a sensual and passionate orgy. The symbolism of the number 7, which represents love, adds an additional layer of meaning to the artwork. The artwork is described as paradisiacal, suggesting that the women are enjoying themselves in a lush and idyllic environment. The image may be highly sensual and erotic, with a focus on the beauty and sensuality of the female form. The story being told is one of uninhibited pleasure and eroticism, with the goddesses embracing their sexuality and engaging in a free and passionate sexual experience.
Victoria Tsemka...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Moonlight Night
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this painting, I poured my emotions into every stroke, capturing the haunting beauty of a moonlit night. Blending acrylics, watercolors, and ink, I embraced expressionism and impr...
Category
Early 2000s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Archival Paper
Harlequin
Located in Miami, FL
Her work with signs, symbols and esoteric spirituality reflects her passion for the ancient past and represents a symbolic return to the ground from which we emerged. Her work creates a commentary about “beginnings” and the transmission of signs and emotions through visual elements evoking a spiritual essence to our scientific notion of etymology. After studying under Rolf Dürig...
Category
1990s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
SEA, SAILS, MOUNTAIN
Located in Zofingen, AG
As I created this painting, I sought to capture the dynamic interplay between nature and human endeavor. The bold sails against the twilight sky symbolize the courage it takes to emb...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Sea, Boats
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this artwork, I've captured the vibrant dance of light on water, blending impressionist strokes with the emotive dynamism of expressionism. Using oils, I layered colors to evoke t...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Philosopher
Located in Zofingen, AG
Series "THE ADVENTURES OF THE RED CAT RAMSES"
CAT WORLD (500+)
In my painting, I used acrylics and oils to express the playful yet philosophical reprieve of a colorful cat taking...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
FLUTIST
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this artwork, I've infused the canvas with a symphony of passion and playfulness, blending acrylic and oil to breathe life into a whimsical character whose soulful eyes and gentle...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
White roses 50X40
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I have poured my soul into capturing the timeless elegance of these blossoms. Swirling with emotion, they dance on the canvas—expressive brushstrokes marry real...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Nude in Green and Red - original figurative oil painting - contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online.
This captivating piece by Shaun Othen presents a figure of a n...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
In the arms of the Angel
Located in Zofingen, AG
In creating this piece, I embraced the delicate dance between realism and expressionism, aiming to convey deep emotion. The soft interplay of light and shadow across the figure's for...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard, Giclée
An Angel's Gift
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this artwork, I've poured my heart into capturing the essence of serenity and divine grace. Through soft brushstrokes and a tranquil palette, the angel embodies a celestial presence, her gaze offering comfort and the apple in her hands symbolizing the gift of life and knowledge. The flowing robes and gentle clouds convey a sense of peace, inviting the viewer to pause and reflect. It's a piece that carries a comforting energy, ready to instill a sense of calm and contemplation in any home.
Author's giclee of the original oil painting by Elena Lukina "An Angel...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard, Giclée
Alberto Standing 2 and 3
Located in Deddington, GB
Judith Brenner
Alberto Standing 2
Original Figurative Painting
Mixed Media on Paper
Size: H 84.1cm x W 59.4cm x D 0.1cm
Sold Unframed
Please note that insitu images are purely an ind...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Paper, Mixed Media
Baltic seacoast
Located in Zofingen, AG
In my creation, I've imbued the serene yet powerful essence of the seaside. The brushstrokes embody the dynamic nature of the waves, contrasting with the steadfastness of the shore. ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard, Giclée
Severn Vale Sunrise
Located in Deddington, GB
Severn Vale Sunrise is an Original Painting by Eleanor Woolley. Severn Vale Landscape is inspired by the impressive landscape of the Severn Vale, as it rolls away from the Cotswold h...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Swan
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I imbued the canvas with the spirit of grace and resilience embodied by a dancer. Through a blend of expressionism and realism, I sought to capture the precise ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Mid-Century Swedish Framed Figurative Oil Painting - The Ensemble
Located in Bristol, GB
THE ENSEMBLE
Size: 29 x 37 cm (including frame)
Oil on Canvas
A small yet very striking mid century figurative composition, executed in oil onto canvas.
The artist has used the exp...
Category
1950s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hello Sean! - Acrylicpainting on Canvas - Haas, Willibrord
Located in Winterswijk, NL
This dynamic figurative painting reflects Willibrord Haas’ masterful use of bold colors and fluid movement, drawing viewers into its energetic composition. Created in 1994 by the ren...
Category
1990s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Dream
Located in Saint Amans des cots, FR
Oil on canvas by Madé Gourdon, France, 1960s. "Dream". with frame: 70x61 cm - without frame: 55x46 cm. 10F format. Signed "Madé Gourdon" in the lower left. In its frame Montparnasse....
Category
1960s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Burlap, Oil
Sunny Nectar for Hummingbirds
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I aimed to capture the fleeting beauty of nature's interactions. Using vibrant colors and dynamic brush strokes typical of expressionism and impressionism, I hi...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
Anxious man
Located in Oostende, BE
Oil on board.
Portrait of an "anxious man".
Raoul Van den Heede (1924-1999) was a Belgian expressionist from Ghent.
Category
19th Century Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Family Scene with Guitarist oil on canvas painting picasso Paris school
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Title: Family Scene with Guitarist
Artist: Pedro Creixams (Barcelona, 1893 - 1965)
Technique: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 39.4 x 31.9 inches (unframed)
Signature: Signed lower right "C...
Category
1930s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Music of the sea
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this artwork, I explore the raw, relentless energy of the sea, painted in a burst of expressionistic and impressionistic styles. The vibrant, swirling colors of the ocean and sky ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Venice. Evening 4
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this painting, I've captured the enchanting essence of Venice at dusk. Using a blend of acrylics and oils, I employed expressionistic strokes to evoke the fluidity of the water an...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Venetians Gondolas 3
Located in Zofingen, AG
In crafting this artwork, I sought to meld the serene beauty of Venetian gondolas with a whirl of vibrancy and motion using acrylics and oils. Drawing from impressionism and expressi...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Venetians Gondolas 2
Located in Zofingen, AG
In creating this artwork, I poured my reverence for the rhythmic dance of Venetian gondolas. The vibrant blue hues and expressive strokes embody the fluidity and reflective beauty of...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Venetians Gondolas 1
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this vibrant composition, I've captured the essence and rhythm of Venetian gondolas. Using acrylic and oil, I blend expressionism with impressionism to evoke the lively yet serene...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Canvas
Beautiful coast
Located in Zofingen, AG
I've poured my soul into this canvas, blending the visceral textures of oil with the fluid beauty of nature. My brushstrokes convey a dance between realism and impressionism, where l...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
Macaw Parrot
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I infused the vibrant spirit of the macaw with a lively blend of expressionism and impressionism. The thick, textured strokes capture the dynamic essence of the...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
Water Lilies
Located in Zofingen, AG
In creating this piece, I was captivated by the vivid dance of colors and emotions. Harnessing oil pastel and colored pencil, my strokes are charged with the excitement of pop art, t...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Satin Paper
Two Young Spanish Girls, Oil on paper
Located in Saint Amans des cots, FR
Oil on paper by Edouard Goerg (1893-1969), France, 1937-1938. Two young Spanish girls. Measurements : with frame: 61.3x51.8 cm - 24.1x20.4 inches, view: 39x28.6 cm - 15.4x11.25 inche...
Category
1930s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Strawberries
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I attempted to capture the vivid textures and luminous vibrancy of strawberries. Using a blend of expressionism and impressionism, I focused on the interplay of...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Oil Painting, Framed Street Scene - Pedestrians
Located in Bristol, GB
PEDESTRIANS
Size: 35 x 30 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A small yet very impactful modernist street scene composition, executed in oil onto board.
This composition presents a b...
Category
1950s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Irises in the Garden
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this vibrant fusion of emotion and color, I've layered acrylics, oil pastels, and colored pencils to craft a garden alive with movement. My brushstrokes echo expressionist fervor,...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Satin Paper
The mermaid buoy Julien Wolf Contemporary art painting expressionnist red yellow
By Julien Wolf
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on canvas
Hand signed on the back by the artist
“At first glance, we are invited to a colorful carnival. Everything is movement here! As if Julien Wolf had tried to captur...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Still-life with bouquet of roses
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this piece, I've intertwined the raw passion of expressionism with the delicate touch of impressionism and the grounded nature of realism. Through the strokes of my oil paints, I'...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Original English Yorkshire Dales Expressionist Oil Painting FLOWERS MOONLIGHT
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Jacquie Denby (1939-) British
TITLE: "Flowers Under Moonlight" (Yorkshire Dales)
SIGNED: gallery labelled verso
MEDIUM: oil on board
SIZE: 79cm x 69cm inc frame
CONDITION: ...
Category
Late 20th Century Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bouquet of mimosa
Located in Zofingen, AG
"In this exuberant expression of life, I've captured the vibrant essence of spring. My brushstrokes dance across the canvas, conveying the delicate yet robust nature of the blooms. T...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Color-Field Landscape Les Champs VII
Located in Cotignac, FR
A contemporary Abstract Expressionist Color-Field acrylic on canvas by French artist, Christian Manoury. Signed to the back of the canvas.
Inspired by the wonderful countryside surr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
Mid Century French Expressionist Oil, La Couseuse
Located in Cotignac, FR
A mid-century French Expressionist oil on paper, laid on board, painting of a lady sewing by Raphael Arnal. The painting is signed bottom left and dated, located and attributed to th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Homage to Bacon - Francis Bacon, emotional expressionism, symbolic art, portrait
Located in New York, NY
Giuseppe Ragazzini’s Omaggio a Bacon (2005) stands as a seminal piece in the artist's oeuvre, bridging traditional painting with contemporary expressionism. In this oil and mixed-med...
Category
Early 2000s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Christmas Bullfinch Breakfast
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this painting, I captured a vibrant bullfinch amidst a tranquil winter scene, its rich red breast contrasting beautifully against the soft blue backdrop. Employing oils, I strived...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
"Secret supper in the Kuril Islands, in search of Pokemon Painting"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
This is not my first picture dedicated to the biblical theme "The Last Supper". It reveals a long-standing dispute between Russia and Japan over the Kuril Islands.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Strike a pose - Joanna Flatau, Contemporary art, Expressionist painting
Located in Paris, FR
Part of "The Avignon Ladies" series
Acrylic paint on canvas
Signed
Unique work
Joanna Flatau was born in Varsaw, Poland.
She graduated from Varsaw History of Arts University and f...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
The shop window, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Interior view. Oil on canvas, 50 x 70 cm, 2022. :: Painting :: Expressionism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: Y...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
L'enlèvement d'Europe
Located in Miami, FL
Her work with signs, symbols and esoteric spirituality reflects her passion for the ancient past and represents a symbolic return to the ground from which we emerged. Her work create...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hugó Scheiber Theater Scene with a Dancer, Gouache ca. 1920
Located in Berlin, DE
Gouache on paper, 1920's by Hugò Scheiber ( 1873-1950 ) Hungary. Signed with pencil lower central: Scheiber H.
Framed under glass. Height: 25.98 in ( 66 cm ), Width: 19.69 in ( 50 c...
Category
1920s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Gouache, Paper
Flowers of Happiness
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this vibrant fusion of expressionism, impressionism, and pop art, I've layered oil pastels and colored pencils to capture the essence of joy. My strokes are deliberate, alive with...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Satin Paper
Ballet Class
Located in Zofingen, AG
In crafting this piece, I aimed to capture the ephemeral beauty and grace of a ballet dancer in motion. Employing oils, I layered vibrant colors and soft textures to celebrate the po...
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Expressionist paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Expressionist 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, purple, green and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Iryna Kastsova, Maria Asuncion Raventos, Masri Hayssam, and Evelyne Ballestra. 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 Expressionist paintings, so small editions measuring 1 inches across are also available.