Abstract 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
Photographing The Sun 4 (Abstract photography)
Located in London, GB
Photographing The Sun 4 (Abstract photography)
Photographic print on Hahnemühle Fine Art Paper, 310gsm — Unframed.
This work is exclusive to IdeelArt.
Limited edition set of 10 + 1 ...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Paper
Photographing The Sun 3 (Abstract photography)
Located in London, GB
Photographing The Sun 3 (Abstract photography)
Photographic print on Hahnemühle Fine Art Paper, 310gsm — Unframed.
This work is exclusive to IdeelArt.
Limited edition set of 10 + 1 ...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Paper
Barbara Hocker, Whirlwind Waterfall, 2021, encaustic, photography, Naturalism
Located in Darien, CT
Barbara Hocker sees her life’s vocation as being an ambassador for the natural world through her art.
Nature is facing many challenges right now. Hock...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Mixed Media, Encaustic, Panel, Digital, Monotype, Thread, Wood
Temporal Perception 125A (Triptych) (Abstract photography)
By Serge Hamad
Located in London, GB
Temporal Perception 125A (Triptych) (Abstract photography)
Archival C-Print — Unframed.
Edition: 1/12
Available in 2 weeks turnaround.
Sold as a triptych. Each element size is: 45 x...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
C Print
Barbara Hocker, Water Moments 1, 2019, encaustic, photography, Naturalism
Located in Darien, CT
Barbara Hocker sees her life’s vocation as being an ambassador for the natural world through her art.
Nature is facing many challenges right now. Hock...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Mixed Media, Encaustic, Digital
Temporal Perception 206A (Triptych) (Abstract photography)
By Serge Hamad
Located in London, GB
Temporal Perception 206A (Triptych) (Abstract photography)
Archival C-Print — Unframed.
Edition: 1/12
Available in 2 weeks turnaround.
Sold as a triptych. Each element size is: 45 x...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
C Print
Listening to this day, original abstract painting, impressionist art
By Mary Scott
Located in Deddington, GB
Listening to This Day by Mary Scott [2022]
original
Oil and Cold Wax on Wood Panel
Image size: H:40 cm x W:40 cm
Complete Size of Unframed Work: H:40 cm x W:40 cm x D:0.6cm
Frame...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Wax, Oil
Barbara Hocker, Water Verse XIV, 2022, encaustic, photography, Naturalism
Located in Darien, CT
Barbara Hocker sees her life’s vocation as being an ambassador for the natural world through her art.
Nature is facing many challenges right now. Hock...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Mixed Media, Encaustic, Digital, Panel, Monotype
"Metamorphosis" Mid-Century Abstract Painting by Pawel Kontny, Textured 1960s
By Pawel Kontny
Located in Denver, CO
Discover the striking beauty of “Metamorphosis,” an original abstract painting by celebrated mid-century artist Pawel Kontny (also known as Paul Kontny). Created in the late 1960s to...
Category
1960s Abstract Photography
Materials
Marble
Breathe #202101 (Abstract Photography)
By Paul Snell
Located in London, GB
Breathe #202101 (Abstract Photography)
Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas — Unframed.
Work can be hung with either the WallCleat system (support bar supplied) or the...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Plexiglass, C Print
Bleed # 202198 (Abstract Photography)
By Paul Snell
Located in London, GB
Bleed # 202198 (Abstract Photography)
Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas - Unframed.
Backed with Dibond and C-channel hanging system + keyhole option.
Edition 1/3...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Plexiglass, C Print
Bleed # 202150 (Abstract photography)
By Paul Snell
Located in London, GB
Bleed # 202150 (Abstract photography)
Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas — Unframed.
Edition: 1/3.
Paul Snell combines traditional and digital techniques to explore ...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Plexiglass, C Print
Blender 01 and CoCreate 01, Diptych. Abstract color photographs
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The artist's computer-generated paintings merge craftsmanship and technology, creating an eclectic and unique style. Through her art, she aims to illuminate the world.
Tcherassi's w...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
A New Life 01 and Below 01, Diptych. Abstract color photographs
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The artists computer-generated paintings merge craftsmanship and technology, creating an eclectic and unique style. Through her art, she aims to illuminate the world.
Tcherassi's wo...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
Songs For Dead Heroes #8 blue yellow floral abstract landscape photo composition
Located in New York, NY
This abstract 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...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Digital Pigment
Temporal Perception 36 (Diptych) (Abstract photography)
By Serge Hamad
Located in London, GB
Temporal Perception 36 (Diptych) (Abstract photography)
Archival C-Print — Unframed.
Edition: 1/12
Available in 2 weeks turnaround.
Sold as a diptych. Each element size is: 45 x 30"...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
C Print
Tentation#11 Floral landscape soft pastel color contemporary abstract photograph
Located in New York, NY
This abstract floral landscape photography has pastel soft dominant color of grey, pink and white.
Belgian photographer Isabelle Menin creates portraits of flowers that are not on...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
"Casper", Abstract Color Photography by Geoffrey Baris, Expressionist, Black
Located in New York, NY
"Casper" Abstract Color Photography by Geoffrey Baris
Archival pigment print on museum fine art paper
Edition of 7
Includes certificate of authenticity. Signed and numbered by artis...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
$1,260 Sale Price
31% Off
Bleed # 202012
By Paul Snell
Located in London, GB
Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas - Unframed.
Available on request - 4 week turnaround.
Backed with extruded polystyrene, concrete, acrylic, enamel and pigments (5...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Plexiglass, C Print
Dance 1 - Signed limited edition abstract pigment print, Contemporary, Square
Located in Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona
Dance 1 - Limited edition pigment print of 5
This is an Archival Pigment print on fiber based paper ( Hahnemühle Photo RAG Baryta 315 gsm ). The inks used are known for their longe...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Archival Pigment, Digital Pigment, Photographic Paper, B...
Casa dell'artista - Photograph by Vito Difilippo - 2023
Located in Roma, IT
Photograph taken with Polaroid Now+ camera. Unique piece, embossed, signed on the back, and comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Sky No. 28, 25 Pixels
By Stuart Allen
Located in New York, NY
Signed, titled, dated, and numbered (1/1) in pencil, verso
Pigment print on rag paper
30 x 24 inches, sheet
This artwork is offered by ClampArt in New York City.
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
"Leaves" series #0160: nature still-life leaf photograph w/ orange, earth tones
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
This is an archival pigment photograph by artist Paul Cava depicting a highly detailed autumn leaf in a minimalist arrangement on a textured background. It is printed on Hahnemuhle P...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
Be The Eye in the Storm 03, From the series Portal. Abstract color photograph
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The artist's computer-generated paintings merge craftsmanship and technology, creating an eclectic and unique style. Through her art, she aims to illuminate the world.
Tcherassi's w...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
Echo: abstract photograph with leg & heels on black from hand-etched photogram
By Jenny Lynn
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
"Echo" is a black & white framed archival pigment print (photograph) from a hand-etched photogram from artist Jenny Lynn's "Personal Myths" series Includes image of legs and heels.. ...
Category
1970s Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Archival Pigment
Incoming Tide - Black & White Abstract Seascape Photograph
By James Deike
Located in Soquel, CA
Incoming tide, a black & white abstracted seascape by possibly Jim Deike, signed illegibly lower right. Unframed. Photograph: 10.25"H x 13"W. Overall: 16"H x 20"W.
Category
1980s Abstract Photography
Materials
Paper, Silver Gelatin
Jelly Fish - Contemporary, Expired, Polaroid, Photograph, Abstract, Ryan Gosling
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Henry and the Jelly Fish'(Stay) with Ryan Gosling - 2006
48x46cm,
Edition of 10 plus 2 Artist Proofs.
Archival C-Print, based on the Polaroid.
Signature label and certificate.
Ar...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid
Intersect # 201502
By Paul Snell
Located in London, GB
Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 4.5mm Plexiglas - Unframed.
Backed with Dibond and C-channel hanging system + keyhole option.
Edition: 2/3.
Paul Snell combines traditional and digi...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Plexiglass, C Print
Bleed # 202332 (Abstract Photography)
By Paul Snell
Located in London, GB
Bleed # 202332 (Abstract Photography)
Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas - Unframed.
Backed with Dibond and C-channel hanging system + keyhole option.
Edition 1/3...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Plexiglass, C Print
Barbara Hocker, Water Verse XVI, 2022, encaustic, photography, Naturalism
Located in Darien, CT
Barbara Hocker sees her life’s vocation as being an ambassador for the natural world through her art.
Nature is facing many challenges right now. Hock...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Mixed Media, Encaustic, Panel, Digital, Monotype
Chrysler Building In Cool Blue, Grey and Silver Palette
Located in Miami, FL
Street Photographer Mithcell Funk captures the Chrysler Building as it stands between two neighbors. Compositional exactitude adds to the overall visual appeal of Funk's formal compo...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
Place (Series) #665
Located in Houston, TX
Bill Jacobson
Place (Series) #665, 2012
Pigment print mounted to museum board
37 3/4 x 31 3/4 inches, framed
Ed. 7
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Pigment
Snowdance - Mountain Snowboarding Black & White Art Photography
Located in Zürich, CH
Hailing from the picturesque city of Zaragoza, nestled near the Pyrenees, Carlos Blanchard's journey into the realm of photography was influenced by the rich tapestry of his upbringi...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Black and White
$1,276 Sale Price
20% Off
Bleed # 202181 (Abstract Photography)
By Paul Snell
Located in London, GB
Bleed # 202181 (Abstract Photography)
Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas — Unframed.
Edition: 1/3.
Work can be hung with either the WallCleat system (support bar supp...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Plexiglass, C Print
View (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
View (Abstract Photography)
Unique - Photography/painting, mixed media - Unframed. Signed by the Artist at the back.
Artwork exclusive to IdeelArt.
Artworks are of the highest a...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Paint, Mixed Media, Wood Panel
"Emulsion 1" Abstract Photography 48'x48' inch Edition of 10 by Giuliano Bekor
Located in Culver City, CA
"Emulsion 1" Abstract Photography 48'x48' inch Edition of 10 by Giuliano Bekor
Emulsion series.
Title of artwork: EM1
Year: 2010
Print size: 48x48 Inches trim bleed
Rarity: Limited ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Laminate, Digital
Eugene 1 - Floral landscape white dominant contemporary abstract color photo
Located in New York, NY
Belgian photographer Isabelle Menin creates portraits of flowers that are not only gorgeous in form and color, but also uniquely expressive. Fresh blossoms and withering blooms melt ...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
The Quiet Stars 008 (Abstract painting)
Located in London, GB
The Quiet Stars 008 (Abstract painting)
Acrylic, photographic print on paper on canvas — Unframed.
This artwork will be shipped rolled in a dent-resistant tube.
This method is espec...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas, Archival Paper, Photogram
"Shadows Kept Alive No.33", signed numbered Giclée print, Hahnemühle paper
Located in Toronto, Ontario
“Shadows Kept Alive No. 33” is a triptych of 3 abstract images composed together as one single image measuring 14” high by 42” wide. It is a giclée print on archival Hahnemüle paper. The gallery is offering Free Shipping on this item globally, which ships rolled carefully in a tube.
From the artist, Chris MaGee...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Black and White, Giclée
Hearin Gaia 03, From the series The Journey. Abstract color photograph
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The artists computer-generated paintings merge craftsmanship and technology, creating an eclectic and unique style. Through her art, she aims to illuminate the world.
Tcherassi's wo...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
Great Dune
By Paul Dempsey
Located in East Hampton, NY
Snow Fence on Dunes in the Hamptons
Black & White Photography
Printed to order
edition of 10
Title: Great Dune
Year: 2018
Medium: Photography (printed on metal)
Size: 20" x 30" (lar...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Metal
Fall (Abstract photography)
Located in London, GB
Fall (Abstract photography)
Black and white photogram - Unframed
Tenesh Webber is a Canadian artist who works in abstract black and white photography. She lives and works in the N...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Paper, Photogram
"Red for Love 11" Photography 24" x 37" inch Edition of 11 by Tetiana Kalivoshko
Located in Culver City, CA
"Red for Love 11" Photography 24" x 37" inch Edition of 11 by Tetiana Kalivoshko
"The Red One - That Is Love"
"The Red One - That Is Love" is a thought-provoking art series by Tetia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Digital Pigment
"Water Dance", Abstract Color Photography by Geoffrey Baris, Green, Orange
Located in New York, NY
"Water Dance" Abstract Color Photography by Geoffrey Baris
Archival pigment print on museum fine art paper
Edition of 7
Includes certificate of authenticity. Signed and numbered by...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Eden. 2004, photography, 44x29 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Eden. 2004, photography, ice/sun/water, 44x29 cm
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
$425 Sale Price
20% Off
As Above, So Below 01. Abstract color photograph
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The artist's computer-generated paintings merge craftsmanship and technology, creating an eclectic and unique style. Through her art, she aims to illuminate the world.
Tcherassi's w...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
Kate #7 #5
By Ant Pearce
Located in Brecon, Powys
New technique as the artist continues his exploration of the image of Kate Moss.
Emulsion + Cotton sewn on paper
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Cotton, Emulsion, Thread
Alstroemeria Cyprus by Giles Revell - Color Photography, Abstract Photography
By Giles Revell
Located in Brighton, GB
Alstroemeria Cyprus by Giles Revell is a dynamic, abstract archival pigment print.
Available in this size of 50cm x 50cm in an edition of 25. Larger prints are available, please con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Calendula Officinalis by Giles Revell - Color Photography, Abstract Photography
By Giles Revell
Located in Brighton, GB
Calendula Officinalis by Giles Revell is a dynamic, abstract archival pigment print.
Available in this size of 50cm x 50cm in an edition of 25. Larger prints are available, please c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Iris Ensata Kozasa Gawa by Giles Revell - Color Photography
By Giles Revell
Located in Brighton, GB
Iris Ensata Kozasa Gawa by Giles Revell is a dynamic, abstract archival pigment print.
Available in this size of 50cm x 50cm in an edition of 25. Larger prints are available, please...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Iris Ensata Kozasa Gawa 2 by Giles Revell - Color Photography
By Giles Revell
Located in Brighton, GB
Iris Ensata Kozasa Gawa 2 by Giles Revell is a dynamic, abstract archival pigment print.
Available in this size of 50cm x 50cm in an edition of 25. Larger prints are available, plea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
"JM Basquiat-GB6" Abstract Photography 60" x 48" inch Ed. 1/8 by Giuliano Bekor
Located in Culver City, CA
"JM Basquiat-GB6" Abstract Photography 60" x 48" inch Ed. 1/8 by Giuliano Bekor
Title: Basquiat series - JMB-GB6
Year: 2020
Medium: Printed on high-quality museum-grade archival pho...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Paper
Phlomis Russeliana by Giles Revell - Color Photography, Abstract Photography
By Giles Revell
Located in Brighton, GB
Phlomis Russeliana by Giles Revell is a dynamic, abstract archival pigment print.
Available in this size of 50cm x 50cm in an edition of 25. Larger prints are available, please cont...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Barbara Hocker, Woven Water XXIV, encaustic, photograph, watercolor, Naturalism
Located in Darien, CT
Barbara Hocker sees her life’s vocation as being an ambassador for the natural world through her art.
Nature is facing many challenges right now. Hock...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Mixed Media, Encaustic, Digital, Monotype, Watercolor, Panel
Untitled 109 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
Untitled 109 (Abstract Photography)
C print. Unframed.
Richard Caldicott is most well known for this earlier work series which used Tupperware containers as the subject for his pho...
Category
1990s Abstract Photography
Materials
C Print
Rosa Sweet Haze by Giles Revell - Abstract Photography, Color, Flower
By Giles Revell
Located in Brighton, GB
Rosa Sweet Haze by Giles Revell is a dynamic, abstract archival pigment print.
Available in this size of 50cm x 50cm in an edition of 25. Larger prints are available, please contact...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Rosa Young Princess by Giles Revell - Color Photography, Flower Photography
By Giles Revell
Located in Brighton, GB
Rosa Young Princess by Giles Revell is a dynamic, abstract archival pigment print.
Available in this size of 50cm x 50cm in an edition of 25. Larger prints are available, please con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
"Shadows Kept Alive No.90", signed numbered Giclée print, Hahnemühle paper
Located in Toronto, Ontario
“Shadows Kept Alive No. 90” is a triptych of 3 abstract images composed together as one single image measuring 14” high by 42” wide. It is a giclée print on archival Hahnemüle paper....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Black and White, Giclée
Life Scenes - Photograph by Amanda Ludovisi - 2019
Located in Roma, IT
Life Scenes is a photograph taken by Amanda Ludovisi in 2019.
It represents an everyday life scene at the Terme di Saturnia, warm springs in Tuscany, con...
Category
2010s Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
$425 Sale Price
20% Off
"Modernismo M6" Abstract Photography 40"x60" in Edition 2/10 by Giuliano Bekor
Located in Culver City, CA
"Modernismo M6" Abstract Photography 40"x60" in Edition 2/10 by Giuliano Bekor
Title of artwork: M6
Inspired by Piet Mondrian artwork
Year: 2012
Printed on a high-quality museum-gra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Paper
Abstract photography for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic 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 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 Mitchell Funk, Paul Snell, Michael Banks, and Seb Janiak. Frequently made by artists working with Paper, and 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 Abstract photography, so small editions measuring 0.5 inches across are also available. Prices for 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 $50 and tops out at $36,000, while the average work sells for $3,359.