Skip to main content

Contemporary Abstract Photography

CONTEMPORARY STYLE

Used to refer to a time rather than an aesthetic, Contemporary art generally describes pieces created after 1970 or being made by living artists anywhere in the world. This immediacy means it encompasses art responding to the present moment through diverse subjects, media and themes. Contemporary painting, sculpture, photography, performance, digital art, video and more frequently includes work that is attempting to reshape current ideas about what art can be, from Felix Gonzalez-Torres’s use of candy to memorialize a lover he lost to AIDS-related complications to Jenny Holzer’s ongoing “Truisms,” a Conceptual series that sees provocative messages printed on billboards, T-shirts, benches and other public places that exist outside of formal exhibitions and the conventional “white cube” of galleries.

Contemporary art has been pushing the boundaries of creative expression for years. Its disruption of the traditional concepts of art are often aiming to engage viewers in complex questions about identity, society and culture. In the latter part of the 20th century, contemporary movements included Land art, in which artists like Robert Smithson and Michael Heizer create large-scale, site-specific sculptures, installations and other works in soil and bodies of water; Sound art, with artists such as Christian Marclay and Susan Philipsz centering art on sonic experiences; and New Media art, in which mass media and digital culture inform the work of artists such as Nam June Paik and Rafaël Rozendaal.

The first decades of the 21st century have seen the growth of Contemporary African art, the revival of figurative painting, the emergence of street art and the rise of NFTs, unique digital artworks that are powered by blockchain technology.

Major Contemporary artists practicing now include Ai Weiwei, Cecily Brown, David Hockney, Yayoi Kusama, Jeff Koons, Takashi Murakami and Kara Walker.

Find a collection of Contemporary prints, photography, paintings, sculptures and other art on 1stDibs.

to
105
424
368
287
477
726
Overall Width
to
Overall Height
to
71
2,203
1
1
4
17
39
2,122
202
144
83
69
66
35
25
14
11
8
1
1,011
812
447
26
25
22
14
14
10
9
9
8
7
7
6
6
5
4
4
4
4
4
4
1,262
1,134
763
571
402
89
88
83
68
61
334
690
1,718
475
Style: Contemporary
Prrrrince
Located in New York, NY
Prrrrince 2021 Signed and numbered on label, verso Layered laser cut dye sublimation prints on aluminum (Edition of 3 + 2 APs) 32 x 24 inches $4,500, including framing This work...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Metal

Power Division Corruption Joy Lies Fact
Located in New York, NY
Power Division Corruption Joy Lies Fact 2021 Signed and numbered on label, verso Layered laser cut dye sublimation prints on aluminum (Edition of 3 + 2 APs) 32 x 24 inches $4,500...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Metal

'Fall Bloom' - abstract landscape photography, colorful, cosmos, warm colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
This listing is for an unframed print. Framing options are available. Thad Lee is an award-winning filmmaker, a writer of essays, screenplays, and poetry, an...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

"UNTITLED (Red Dot)", digital scan, photo paper, sculpture, assemblage, painting
Located in Toronto, Ontario
"UNTITLED (Red Dot)", 2018, is a color photograph by Sophia Rauch, one of a series originating as digital scans with the artist manipulating materials dir...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, Digital, Inkjet

"UNTITLED (Cut Lavender)", digital scan, photo paper, sculpture, assemblage
Located in Toronto, Ontario
"UNTITLED (Cut Lavender)", 2018, is a color photograph by Sophia Rauch, one of a series originating as digital scans with the artist manipulating material...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, Inkjet, Digital

"GHOST SHOWS A PAINTING", photograph, tableau, portrait, assemblage, costume
Located in Toronto, Ontario
"GHOST SHOWS A PAINTING", 2018, is a color photograph by Sophia Rauch, one in a series of "Ghost" pictures. It's an inkjet print on Hahnemeule Photo Rag P...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Inkjet

"GHOST AT WORK", photograph, tableau, portrait, assemblage, abstract, costume
Located in Toronto, Ontario
"GHOST AT WORK", 2018, is a color photograph by Sophia Rauch, one in a series of "Ghost" pictures. It's an inkjet print on Hahnemeule Photo Rag Paper, and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Inkjet

French Contemporary Photography by Bruno Paget - NYC "Manhattan Liner"
Located in Paris, IDF
Photographic paper incrusted in DIASEC plexiglass Edition 1/5 DIASEC is the registered trademark for the original method of face-mounting prints, such as photographs on acrylic...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Plexiglass, Photographic Paper

French Contemporary Photo by B. Paget - San Francisco "They Drunk"
Located in Paris, IDF
Photographic paper incrusted in DIASEC plexiglass Edition 1/5 DIASEC is the registered trademark for the original method of face-mounting prints, such as photographs on acrylic...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Plexiglass, Photographic Paper

'Summer Pasture' - abstract landscape photography - floral - zinnias - cosmos
Located in Atlanta, GA
This listing is for an unframed print. Framing options are available. Thad Lee is an award-winning filmmaker, a writer of essays, screenplays, and poetry, and a versatile photograph...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Uncontained Consumption: Seafood - composite photo, beachscape, landscape
Located in Atlanta, GA
This textured composite landscape, beachscape, seascape features hues of blue and white. This listing is for an unframed print. Jennifer McKinnon Ri...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Uncertainty
Located in New York, NY
Signed, titled, and dated in pencil, verso Wet photogram with ferric ammonium citrate, potassium ferricyanide, and suspended watercolor pigment (Unique) This work is offered by Cla...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photogram

Aphrodite 03-01-20
Located in New York, NY
Signed, titled, and dated in pencil, verso Wet photogram with ferric ammonium citrate, potassium ferricyanide, and suspended watercolor pigment (Unique) This work is offered by Cla...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photogram

The secret life of Leaves 2 - Black and White - Nature Photography
Located in New York City, NY
Jose Bassit The secret life of Leaves 2, 2019 40 x 60 inches Edition of 7 Archival Pigment Print - Metallic Paper Framed
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

French Contemporary Photography by Bruno Paget - San Francisco Bay Bridge #1
Located in Paris, IDF
Photographic paper incrusted in DIASEC plexiglass Edition 1/5 DIASEC is the registered trademark for the original method of face-mounting prints, such as photographs on acrylic sheet. The process was invented by Heinz Sovilla-Brulhart in 1969. Due to the light penetration and refraction of clear acrylic compared to normal glass, the colours are more brilliant and the image sharper than with standard glass in a picture frame. A DIASEC mounted is usually of a high gloss finish. Because the print is glued to the acrylic glazing, the result is a completely flat mount of the image. The print is also protected against ultraviolet (UV) light. DIASEC contains an UV light inhibitors to help protect the image from UV light. Bruno Paget...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Plexiglass, Photographic Paper

September 2, 2020
Located in New York, NY
2020 Signed and numbered on label, verso Archival pigment print 40 x 52 inches, image (Edition of 3 + 2 APs) $5500 26 x 34 inches, image (Edition of 6 + 2 APs) $4500 14 x 18 inc...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

August 10, 2020
Located in New York, NY
2020 Signed and numbered on label, verso Archival pigment print 40 x 52 inches, image (Edition of 3 + 2 APs) $5500 26 x 34 inches, image (Edition of 6 + 2 APs) $4500 14 x 18 inc...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

"How to Create a Beautiful Picture 6: Tights in Shimotakaido" – Daido Moriyama
Located in Zurich, CH
DAIDO MORIYAMA (*1938, Japan) "How to Create a Beautiful Picture 6: Tights in Shimotakaido" 1987(2021 Silver gelatin print, printed later Sheet 60 x 50.8 cm (23 5/8 x 20 in.) not par...
Category

1980s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Colorfield Study: Lord Haw Haw’s Rocket
Located in New York, NY
Colorfield Study: Lord Haw Haw’s Rocket, 2002-2005 Archival pigment print on heavy rag paper 27 x 40 inches Edition of 7+2AP A study of forms. Forms that are mechanical: cold engine...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Sun Set Rise
Located in New York, NY
Layered laser cut dye sublimation prints on aluminum (Edition of 3 + 2 APs) Signed and numbered on label, verso From the series "Dream Date" This artwork is offered by ClampArt, loc...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Metal

August 16, 2019
Located in New York, NY
Archival pigment print Signed and numbered on label, verso 14 x 18 inches, image size, mounted to 20 x 24-inch museum board (Edition of 10 + 3 APs) 26 x 34 inches, image size (Edit...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

October 3, 2019
Located in New York, NY
Archival pigment print Signed and numbered on label, verso 14 x 18 inches, image size, mounted to 20 x 24-inch museum board (Edition of 10 + 3 APs) 26 x 34 inches, image size (Edit...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

May 29, 2019
Located in New York, NY
Archival pigment print Signed and numbered on label, verso 14 x 18 inches, image size, mounted to 20 x 24-inch museum board (Edition of 10 + 3 APs) 26 x 34 inches, image size (Edit...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

May 27, 2019
Located in New York, NY
Archival pigment print Signed and numbered on label, verso 14 x 18 inches, image size, mounted to 20 x 24-inch museum board (Edition of 10 + 3 APs) 26 x 34 inches, image size (Edit...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Italian Contemporary Photo by Ian Art - Chromatism_I
Located in Paris, IDF
Chromatism_I (2016-2019) 90 x 130 cm - original / single unique print + 1AP Museum-Quality Fine Art Printing Ships in a well protected, solid tube Original Warranty for all the artw...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Paper, Digital

47.2x63in. Aerial Photography of Earth, Land, Sea - Sea F8
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a new series of photography of land art depicting Earth and its land forms taken from the air. This series of aerial photography captures Earth's bea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

C Print

California landscapes - CA 3 -Large photography framed, ready to install
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a series of photography of California, USA, from various photographers, which we constantly add to. We highlight the various aspects of California: its raw, natural beauty, with its vast expanse of land, clear blue sky and natural light. It is also a metropolis, given to a sense of freedom – to love and re-invent yourself as you please. It is also ancient land – land where dinosaurs roamed, Native Americans called home, Spanish explorers charted its land for more discovery of this gem. In modern times, environmentalists and residents fought to protect the land, setting landmarks in environmental and consumer protection. California leads the nation in many ways- the first to lend itself to causes: the freedom to love whomever and be whomever we want, welcome new peoples with warmth and entrepreneurship, be at the forefront of clean energy, invent new technology that changes the way the world lives and work, and the protection of our Earth. It is La La Land...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Metal

"Worn", abstract, metal print, rusted, texture, color photograph
Located in Natick, MA
Rebecca Skinner’s “Worn" is part of a her "Texture" series taking an up close look rusted and/or weathered metal. The 18 x 12 inch color photo with satin finish is infused directly i...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Metal

30x30" Black & White photography of Nudes - Man and Woman, Nude 12
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a series of black and white Nude abstract art photography (13 in series). Gallery exclusively presents this series of the human form - that which has inspired artists from ti...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Blue Experiment #1
Located in New York, NY
Blue Experiment #1, 2016 Archival pigment print on Aluminum 24 x 36 inches Edition of 5 The synesthesia phenomenon is traditionally said to be the confusion of senses; like hearing...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Polyphorous, Limited Edition Photograph, Candy, Toys, Gems, Kids Decor, Nursery
Located in Riverdale, NY
These limited edition photographs are Mandalas made from pieces of Candy or toys or gems or fruit. The Mandala is 20x20 with a white frame in a 24x24 framed size. It is also availa...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Ibirapuera Auditorium, Sao Paolo
Located in New York, NY
Ibirapuera Auditorium, Sao Paolo, 2012 Chromogenic Lambda print Edition of 5 120 x 150 cm The photographer is based in Florence, and is fascinated how hi...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Lambda

"How to Create a Beautiful Picture 6: Tights in Shimotakaido"
Located in Zurich, CH
DAIDO MORIYAMA (*1938, Japan) "How to Create a Beautiful Picture 6: Tights in Shimotakaido" 1987 Silver gelatin print, printed later Sheet 60 x 50.8 cm (23 5/8 x 20 in.) Print only ...
Category

1980s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Rollie Free
Located in Napa, CA
We live in a world obsessed with image, what we look like, what our clothes, houses, and cars look like etc. Nick Veasey counters this obsession with superficiality by using x-rays t...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Digital, Plexiglass

All Day I Hear The Noise Of Waters
Located in New York, NY
Two archival pigment prints Each print signed and numbered on label, verso 16 x 48 inches, overall (Edition of 10 + 2 APs) $3500.00 + framing 24 x 72 inches, overall (Edition of 5 ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Untitled I
Located in New York, NY
Archival pigment print 30 x 40 inches (Edition of 5) 44 x 60 inches (Edition of 3) This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City. Please note that prices increase ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

August 4, 2009
Located in New York, NY
Gelatin silver print mounted to archival board Signed and numbered, verso 15 x 15 inches (Edition of 15) 30 x 30 inches (Edition of 5) This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

February 20, 2009
Located in New York, NY
Gelatin silver print mounted to archival board Signed and numbered, verso 15 x 15 inches (Edition of 15) 30 x 30 inches (Edition of 5) This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

September 3, 2009
Located in New York, NY
Gelatin silver print mounted to archival board Signed and numbered, verso 15 x 15 inches (Edition of 15) 30 x 30 inches (Edition of 5) This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

November 29, 2009
Located in New York, NY
Gelatin silver print mounted to archival board Signed and numbered, verso 15 x 15 inches (Edition of 15) 30 x 30 inches (Edition of 5) This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

January 2, 2009
Located in New York, NY
Gelatin silver print mounted to archival board Signed and numbered, verso 15 x 15 inches (Edition of 15) 30 x 30 inches (Edition of 5) This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Scintilla_03
Located in New York, NY
C-print on metallic Fuji Crystal Archive paper (Edition of 5 + 1 AP) Signed and numbered, verso $5000.00 + framing This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City. A...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

C Print

Mandala #413
Located in New York, NY
Type-C print Signed, titled, dated, and numbered, verso 20 x 20 inches (Edition of 10) 40 x 40 inches (Edition of 5) This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City....
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

C Print

Blue Sphere #429
Located in New York, NY
Type-C print Signed, titled, dated, and numbered, verso 20 x 20 inches (Edition of 10) 30 x 30 inches (Edition of 5) 40 x 40 inches (Edition of 5) This artwork is offered by Clam...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

C Print

Moon Phase II
Located in New York, NY
Photogram on Polaroid Type 809 (Unique) Signed, titled, and dated in black ink, verso This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City. Brian Buckley’s work has alway...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Polaroid

Contemporary abstract landscape photograph architectural building sky signed
Located in Milwaukee, WI
In this image, Jessie Spiess applies her signature multiple-exposure technique to the Milwaukee Art Museum's famous Quadracci Pavilion, designed by architect Santiago Calatrava. She ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Canvas, Photographic Film, Archival Ink, Inkjet, Archival Pigment

Subject to Erosion
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Text by Nancy Webb In Jessica Houston’s Afterward, Silence (Franklin’s Crewmen’s Grave, Beechey Island) a single pale gravestone stands on an otherwise desolate ashen shore – a reli...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Digital

Chaosmos 66
Located in New York City, NY
Alessandro Puccinelli Chaosmos 66, 2018 20 x 40 inches Edition of 10 Archival Pigment Print 30 x 60 inches Edition of 5 Archival Pigment Print 35.5 x 71 inches Edition of 3 Archiv...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Furore (newest series by Alessandro Puccinelli, seascape photography)
Located in New York City, NY
ALESSANDRO PUCCINELLI FURORE series Seascape - From the Mare series - Mounted and Framed Aviailable size: 60 x 48 inches Edition of 5 Archival Pigment Print Step into the mesmeriz...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

French Contemporary Photography by Bruno Paget - NYC "WTC Transporter Hub"
Located in Paris, IDF
Photographic paper incrusted in DIASEC plexiglass Edition 1/5 DIASEC is the registered trademark for the original method of face-mounting prints, such as photographs on acrylic she...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Plexiglass, Photographic Paper

French Contemporary Photo by B. Paget - Singapore " The Year of the Horse"
Located in Paris, IDF
Photographic paper incrusted in DIASEC plexiglass Edition 2/5 DIASEC is the registered trademark for the original method of face-mounting prints, such as photographs on acrylic...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Plexiglass, Photographic Paper

French Contemporary Photo by B. Paget - Singapore "Gardens by the Bay" #2
Located in Paris, IDF
Photographic paper incrusted in DIASEC plexiglass Edition 1/5 DIASEC is the registered trademark for the original method of face-mounting prints, such as photographs on acrylic...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Plexiglass, Photographic Paper

French Contemporary Photography by Bruno Paget - NYC "South Manhattan"
Located in Paris, IDF
Photographic paper incrusted in DIASEC plexiglass Edition 2/3 DIASEC is the registered trademark for the original method of face-mounting prints, such as photographs on acrylic sheet. The process was invented by Heinz Sovilla-Brulhart in 1969. Due to the light penetration and refraction of clear acrylic compared to normal glass, the colours are more brilliant and the image sharper than with standard glass in a picture frame. A DIASEC mounted is usually of a high gloss finish. Because the print is glued to the acrylic glazing, the result is a completely flat mount of the image. The print is also protected against ultraviolet (UV) light. DIASEC contains an UV light inhibitors to help protect the image from UV light. Bruno Paget...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Plexiglass, Photographic Paper

French Contemporary Photography by Bruno Paget - NYC "New York Bare Code" #1
Located in Paris, IDF
Photographic paper incrusted in DIASEC plexiglass Edition 1/5 DIASEC is the registered trademark for the original method of face-mounting prints, such as photographs on acrylic...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Plexiglass, Photographic Paper

'Moon Painting 51A' - abstract photography - light photography - bold colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
This listing is for an unframed print. Framing options are available. Thad Lee is an award-winning filmmaker, a writer of essays, screenplays, and poetry, an...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Untitled (Diary) – Lina Scheynius, Woman, Nude, Black and White, Photography
Located in Zurich, CH
Lina Scheynius (*1981 Sweden) Untitled (Diary) 2012 Fibre-based silver gelatin print Image 93,3 x 140 cm (36 3/4 x 55 1/8 in.) Sheet 104 x 150,5 cm (41 x ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

"Construction Site (Roof), Stone Mountain, Georgia X 36" - Composite Photography
Located in Atlanta, GA
"Construction Site (roof), Stone Mountain, Georgia X 36" is a composite photograph featuring hues of golden yellow, grey and blue. Peter Essick is inspired by the work of Walker Evan...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Contemporary abstract landscape photograph architectural buildings sky signed
Located in Milwaukee, WI
In this image, Jessie Spiess applies her signature multiple-exposure technique to the buildings of Milwaukee downtown. Specifically, she looks to the massive Postmodern 1000 North Water Street...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Canvas, Photographic Film, Archival Ink, Inkjet, Archival Pigment

Contemporary abstract landscape photograph architectural building sky signed
Located in Milwaukee, WI
In this image, Jessie Spiess applies her signature multiple-exposure technique to the Milwaukee Art Museum's famous Quadracci Pavilion, designed by architect Santiago Calatrava. She ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Canvas, Photographic Film, Archival Ink, Inkjet, Archival Pigment

Lady Vanishes in Manhattan (street photography)
Located in NEW YORK, NY
'Lady vanishes in Manhattan' Abstract black and white Manhattan street photography from by Fernando Natalici. A woman walks into the Manhattan night. H...
Category

1970s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Contemporary abstract photography for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Contemporary abstract photography 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 abstract photography 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, red, orange and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Alessandro Puccinelli, Peter Mendelson, Stefanie Schneider, and Jessica Houston. Frequently made by artists working with Pigment Print, and Archival Pigment Print and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Contemporary abstract photography, so small editions measuring 2 inches across are also available.

Recently Viewed

View All