Abstract Portrait Photography
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
Three nudes in masks
Located in New York, NY
Lucille Khornak (American), "Three nudes", Black and White print on Harmon paper, 20 x 16, Late 20th Century
Hand signed by Lucille Khornak
Available sizes:
Paper Size 11 x 14, Im...
Category
1980s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Frenzied Pedestrians at Crosswalk Times Square - Street Photography Literally
Located in Miami, FL
Street Photographer Mitchell Funk nabs the frenetic energy of Times Square, where the streets are as over-stuffed as the billboards. They are one and the same and powered by an ele...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
Man in Colorful African Theme Clothes Illuminated by Shaft of Light
Located in Miami, FL
Rays of golden light burn through New York's streets and illuminate a man dressed in a vivid African-themed shirt with matching shorts. He dominates the composition that emphasizes ...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
All American Favorites: Husky Dogs and Clint Eastwood in Times Square
Located in Miami, FL
Assisted by the right angle and right light, Street Photographer Mitchell Funk designs an image of Times Square Billboards that is as abstract as it is representational. Two huskies ...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
Hand signed and inscribed photograph
Located in New York, NY
Helen Frankenthaler
Hand signed and inscribed photograph, ca. 1987
Photograph printed on offset lithograph
Hand signed and inscribed by Helen Frankenthaler on the front
Frame Include...
Category
1980s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Lithograph, Offset
Blue eyes
Located in London, GB
Blue eyes
London, United Kingdom 2015
Limited edition of 20.
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Giclée
3498
Located in London, GB
'3498' '3497'
London, United Kingdom 2022
It is a black and white film photograph.
Giclée print on Hahnemühle photo rag Baryta 308 Gsm fine art paper, limited edition of 20.
Pho...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Film, Film, Giclée
3496
Located in London, GB
'3496'
'3497'
London, United Kingdom 2022
It is a black and white film photograph.
Giclée print on Hahnemühle photo rag Baryta 308 Gsm fine art paper, limited edition of 20.
P...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Film, Film, Giclée
3497
Located in London, GB
'3497'
London, United Kingdom 2022
It is a black and white film photograph.
Giclée print on Hahnemühle photo rag Baryta 308 Gsm fine art paper, limited edition of 20.
Photograph...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Film, Film, Giclée
Hole. Mixed media fashion portrait on metallic paper photograph
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Hole, 2022, by Hunter & Gatti
Acrylic and scratch on fine art metallic paper with a pearlescent coating
Image size: 21.2 in H x 16.1 in W
Unframed
The “visible” spectrum, probably the most well-known of human sensory limitations, as the human #eye is only capable of perceiving light at wavelenghts between 390 and 750 nanometers. Of course, calling it the “visible” spectrum is a bit of a misnomer, as plenty of animals are capable of perceiving light with frequencies outside this relatively narrow band of electromagnetic radiation.
Using infrared black and white...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Metal
Shakespeare - abstract unique silver gelatin photogram, b&w, contemporary print
Located in New York, NY
Unique silver gelatin print, black and white, handmade print - from my multi-award-winning "Metamorphosis" series.
Mixed process multiple exposure with flowers, glitter, sand and mo...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Black and White, Photogram, Silver Gelatin
Beautiful Flower Woman on Fifth Avenue Easter Parade, Fine Art Photography
Located in Miami, FL
The merger of human and plant forms is complete with a lovely young woman dressed in an elaborate flower hat. The beauty and warmth of her floral outfit are matched by her smile.
Si...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment, Archival Ink, Archival Paper
Mysterious Beautiful Young Woman Peers though and Green Blinds, Fine Art Photo
Located in Miami, FL
The effect of an abstract painting in green-blue is created when street photographer Mitchell Funk snaps a picture of a restaurant window. A vase with yellow and pink flowers frame...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
Urban Sunbather, New York City - Smaller Print Size
Located in Miami, FL
Elevated view of women sunbathing on basketball court in New York City with unexpected color relationships.
The actual color will vary from monitor to monitor.
The work is Signed dat...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Inkjet, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
Fashion Red Hat in Paris
Located in Miami, FL
Fashion Hat in Paris. Style above it all.
A graphic statement in red, black and green
Signed and dated on the lower right, numbered on verso, Edition 3 of 15, Printed later. Unf...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Fashion Red Hat in Paris
Located in Miami, FL
Fashion Hat in Paris. Style above it all.
A graphic statement in red, black and green
Signed and dated on lower right, numbered on verso, Edition 2 of 15, Printed later. Unframe...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Fashion Red Hat in Paris
Located in Miami, FL
Fashion Hat in Paris. Style above it all.
A graphic statement in red, black and green
Signed and dated on lower right, numbered on verso, Edition 2 of 15, Printed later. Unframe...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
The Peacock of Coconut Grove, Animal Photography
By Robert Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Peacocks roam freely in the streets around Coconut Grove in Miami. Arguably, they are one of nature's most exquisite works of art. They are adorned wit...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Inkjet, Archival Pigment
Legs 2000 by Chris Marlow Color Phothography on Paper
Located in Brescia, IT
This human figure becomes abstract through the eyes of artist Chris Marlowe.
The woman is seen only from one part of her body: the legs.
No sexual references but a close look at the ...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Paper
Psychedelic Hippie Guitar Player Groovy Washington Square Park
Located in Miami, FL
Shipping should be around $100. In-Camera Multiple Exposure with colored filters and emulsion match burn on 35mm slide
Signed, dated, numbered lower right, recto. Edition 4 of 15, ...
Category
1970s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Inkjet, Photographic Paper
Blond Rainbow Girl - Semi - Nude
Located in Miami, FL
Shipping should be around $100. Signed, dated , numbered 3/15 lower right recto, unframed, other sizes available, printed later
Funk did this for a magazine assignment during the ps...
Category
1970s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Inkjet
4 Cyanotypes of William Merritt Chase's Classes at Shinnecock Hills, Long Island
Located in Storrs, CT
William Merritt Chase's Classes at Shinnecock Hills, Long Island.
Photographer not identified. 4 Cyanotypes. c. 1900.
1.Mr. Chase Criticising a pupil....
Category
Early 20th Century Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Funky Red Chicken and Girl with Dreamy Blue Dress
Located in Miami, FL
A young girl in a dreamy blue dress takes her red chicken out for a walk.
Signed, dated, numbered lower right, recto 4/15, unframed, other sizes available, printed later Printed on H...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Inkjet
Psychedelic Hippie Guitar Player Groovy Washington Square Park
Located in Miami, FL
Shipping should be around $100. In-Camera Multiple Exposure with colored filters and emulsion match burn on 35mm slide
Signed, dated, numbered lower right, recto. Edition 4 of 15, ...
Category
1970s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Inkjet, Photographic Paper
Chantal Thomass
Located in New York, NY
Lucille Khornak (American), "Chantal Thomass", Black and White Screen Print on Harmon Paper, 20 x 16, Late 20th Century
Hand signed by Lucille Khornak
Available sizes: 14 ...
Category
1980s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Film
Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New York, NY
Lucille Khornak (American), "Karl Lagerfeld", Black and White Screen print on Harmon paper, 20 x 16, Late 20th Century
Hand signed by Lucille Khornak
Available sizes: 14 x...
Category
1980s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Film
André Courrèges
Located in New York, NY
Lucille Khornak ( American ), "André Courrèges", Black and White Screen Print on Harmon Paper, 16 x 20, Late 20th Century
Hand signed by Lucille Khornak
Available sizes: 1...
Category
1980s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Film
Donna Karan
Located in New York, NY
Lucille Khornak (American), "Donna Karan", Black and White Screen Print on Harmon paper, 16 x 20, Late 20th Century
Hand signed by Lucille Khornak
Available sizes: 11 x 14...
Category
1980s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Film
Arnold Scaasi
Located in New York, NY
Lucille Khornak (American), "Arnold Scaasi", Black and white screen print on Harmon paper, 20 x 16, Late 20th Century
Hand signed by Lucille Khornak
Available sizes: 14 x ...
Category
1980s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Film
Paco Rabanne
Located in New York, NY
Lucille Khornak (American), "Paco Rabanne", Black and White Screen Print on Harmon Paper, 20 x 16, Late 20th Century
Hand signed by Lucille Khornak
Available sizes: 14 x 1...
Category
1980s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Film
Jean-Charles de Castelbajac
Located in New York, NY
Lucille Khornak (American), "Jean-Charles de Castelbajac", Black and White Screen Print on Harmon Paper, 16 x 20, Late 20th Century
Hand signed by Lucille Khornak
Availabl...
Category
1980s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Film
Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
Lucille Khornak (American), "Geoffrey Beene", Black and White screen print on Harmon paper, 20 x 16, Late 20th Century
Hand signed by Lucille Khornak
Available sizes: 14 x...
Category
1980s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
Lucille Khornak (American), "Issey Miyake", Black and white screen print on Harmon paper, 16 x 20, Late 20th Century
Hand signed by Lucille Khornak
Available sizes: 11 x 1...
Category
1980s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Film
Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in New York, NY
Lucille Khornak (American), "Angelo Tarlazzi", Black and white screen print on Harmon paper, 20 x 16. Late 20th Century
Hand signed by Lucille Khornak
Available sizes: 14 ...
Category
1980s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Film
Fashion Hat in Paris
Located in Miami, FL
Fashion Hat in Paris. Style above it all.
A graphic statement in red, black and green
Signed and dated on lower right, numbered on verso, Edition 2 of 15, Printed later. Unframe...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Songs For Dead Heroes #8 blue yellow floral abstract landscape photo composition
Located in New York, NY
This floral landscape photography has a dramatic sense of composition which recalls the careful arrangements of Dutch and Flemish still life paintings from the 17-18 century.
Belg...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Digital Pigment
Claudia Fauth Photograph on Canvas "Self-Portrait" 2014
Located in Berlin, DE
Photograph on canvas, 2014. One of a kind. It comes directly from the studio of the artist.
Dimensions: Height: 55.12 in ( 140 cm ), Width: 41.34 in ( 105 cm ), Depth: 0.79 in ( 2 cm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Canvas
Kate #7 #6
By Ant Pearce
Located in Brecon, Powys
New technique from the artist emulsion + cotton sewn on cotton paper
Based on a single image of Kate Moss
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Cotton, Emulsion, Ink, Paper, Thread
Diptychon # 35
Located in Kansas City, MO
Diptychon # 35
Color photograph
Signed, numbered, dated and titled by hand
Edition: 12 + III
COA provided
Thomas Florschuetz (German, born 1960) recently emigrated from East Germany...
Category
1990s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
C Print, Archival Ink, Archival Paper
Brigitte Nataf 02
Located in New York, NY
This artwork is offered in 3 sizes. The price of the artwork increases with the edition. Please contact us to inquire about the current edition number, availability, and price. Thi...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Color, Digital, Archival Pigment, Digital Pigment
Denis Meyers S01
Located in New York, NY
For this image, Eric Ceccarini invited renowned Belgium street artiste Denis Meyer, to create this artwork.
This artwork is offered in 3 sizes. Small: 43 3/4 x 30, Medium: 43 1/4 x...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment, Digital P...
Nutsy 01
Located in New York, NY
43x30: Artist proof only available.
This artwork is offered in 3 sizes. The price of the artwork increases with the edition. Please contact us to inquire about the current edition n...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment, Digital P...
Sounds
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Welded steel (Painted or Dusted)
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Steel
Warped
Located in Kansas City, MO
Artist: Rachel Lauren
Title: Warped
Date: 2019
Medium: Inkjet print
Dimensions: 14 x 11 in.
Photographer Rachel Lauren invites viewers to become more aware of the way natural beaut...
Category
2010s Abstract Portrait Photography
Materials
Color, Inkjet, Digital, Photographic Paper
Abstract portrait photography for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Abstract portrait 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 portrait photography created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of pink, blue, green, red and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Mitchell Funk, Lucille Khornak, Eric Ceccarini, and Arno Elias. Frequently made by artists working with Paper, and Photographic Paper 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 portrait photography, so small editions measuring 0.79 inches across are also available. Prices for portrait photography 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 $320 and tops out at $34,000, while the average work sells for $3,150.
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