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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
"Evolution, Bison" (2019) By Julia Mulligan, Original Ceramic Sculpture
"Evolution, Bison" (2019) By Julia Mulligan, Original Ceramic Sculpture

"Evolution, Bison" (2019) By Julia Mulligan, Original Ceramic Sculpture

Located in Denver, CO

"Evolution, Bison" (2019) by Julia Mulligan is an original, handmade ceramic and gold leaf sculpture on a wooden base that depicts a bison with gold horns. My childhood, from about...

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2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

Twisting the Sinew of My Heart
Twisting the Sinew of My Heart

Twisting the Sinew of My Heart

Located in New York, NY

In addition to Susan Lisbin's practice as a painter, she is a very active ceramicist. To create this sculpture, Lisbin experimented with folding layers over layer of ceramic before i...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Julius Schmidt "Geometrics" Iron Casting Abstract Sculpture Signed
Julius Schmidt "Geometrics" Iron Casting Abstract Sculpture Signed

Julius Schmidt "Geometrics" Iron Casting Abstract Sculpture Signed

By Julius Schmidt

Located in Detroit, MI

Schmidt mainly worked in cast iron and bronze. This work reflects the influences of ancient cultures, natural forms, and the machinery of the modern age. Synthesizing these elements,...

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Late 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Wind Water #2
Wind Water #2

Wind Water #2

Located in Santa Fe, NM

It was the tumult of the sixties that compelled me to drop out of Swarthmore College, move “back to the land” and become an intuitive artist. I believed that if we were to survive a...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

"The Playful Journey" Acrylic on Copper Abstract Composition 1997
"The Playful Journey" Acrylic on Copper Abstract Composition 1997

"The Playful Journey" Acrylic on Copper Abstract Composition 1997

By Stephen Schulz

Located in Soquel, CA

Bold and dynamic abstract composition titled "The Playful Journey" by Stephen Schulz (American, b. 1948). Schulz has used various types of acrylic paint, mixed with silicon to create a variety of textures. Signed and dated "Schulz 97" on verso, with an inscription that reads "For Leo and his Beautiful Family". Wood support frame on verso. Stephen Schulz (American, b. 1948) is an artist who has lived and worked in Fresno and Santa Cruz, California, and Cedar Grove, New Jersey. He has studied privately with Julie Connell, Jan Daniels, Michele Faia, Elle Fielder, Sal Pecoraro, Susan Stover, and Chris Volpe. Artist’s Statement: “My painting and artistic expression opens the doorway into an unconscious and creative world, where an uninhibited expression can take place, as one becomes immersed without the perception of time. Painting and design started it. From the beginning the process of transforming materials into art has struck me as a magical alchemy and, over the years, that mysterious process has had its hold on me, leading me from hobby to art. The creative process fills me with a sense of wonder and has proven a most amenable vehicle for transforming inner vision to outer reality. I paint from the inside out. Though I work quite deliberately, consciously employing both traditional and innovative techniques, my unconscious is the region of the most fertile of creative soil. I love working with a full complement of colors but often find my design direction working within the narrow spectrum of black and white, shadow and light. Some of my early inspiration comes from the New York School and artists such as Franz Kline and Jackson Pollock. Their ideas and techniques have helped to free my mind to explore areas of the unconscious that aren’t restricted by the world of right and wrong, good and bad. The journey continues and I feel blessed to have the opportunity to explore this exquisite world of the creative process.” Education: University of Oklahoma: 1966-1967 Canada College, AA Degree: 1972-1974 University of California: 1974-1975 Exhibitions: 2014 - Studio show Fresno, CA 2010 - Dubai (UAI) Animal rights show; Gallery 10, Washington, DC 2008, 2009 - Jia Salon & Gallery, Fresno, CA 2007 - Studio Exhibition 2006 - Cabrillo College 2004 - Studio Exhibition 2000, 2001, 2002 - Rollf's Gallery, Fresno, CA 2000 - Studio show; Bridgeport Gallery, CT 1999 - Tercera Gallery, Los Gatos, CA; Matt Miller Design, SF, CA 1998 - Robin Hutchins Gallery, NJ; Teroera Gallery Los Gatos, CA; Verve Gallery Los Angeles, CA; Open Studio Aptos, CA; Brigitte Bohlem, Hamburg, Germany 1997 - Robin Hutchins Gallery, NJ; Teroera Gallery, Los Gatos, CA; Verve Gallery, Los Angeles, CA; The Pope Gallery, Santa Cruz, CA; Hanson Art Source, Tennessee 1996 - Robin Hutchins Gallery, NJ; Teroera Gallery Los Gatos, CA; Verve Gallery, Los Angeles, CA; The Pope Gallery Santa Cruz, CA; Hanson Art Source, Tennessee; Barlett Fine Arts, Pleasant, CA; Birchstone, Gallery, Wisconsin 1995 - Abrahamsen Design; Teroera Gallery Los Gatos, CA; Verve Gallery, Los Angeles, CA; The Pope Gallery Santa Cruz, CA; Hanson Art Source, Tennessee; Barlett Fine Arts, Pleasant, CA; Birchstone, Gallery, Wisconsin; l&I Gallery, NJ; Gillen Design, London Ontario Canada...

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1990s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Assemblage #4 (Letters, Glass Slides, and Wood)
Assemblage #4 (Letters, Glass Slides, and Wood)

Assemblage #4 (Letters, Glass Slides, and Wood)

By Michael Pauker

Located in Soquel, CA

Abstract expressionist oil painting with assembled objects by Bay Area artist Michael Pauker (American, b. 1957). Against a orange-bronze and pink background, the artist has attached several objects, including plastic letters, paper cutouts, and glass slides...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Plastic, Paper, Oil, Canvas

Pair, Red Woven Abstract Tapestry of Figures, Textile Sculpture
Pair, Red Woven Abstract Tapestry of Figures, Textile Sculpture

Pair, Red Woven Abstract Tapestry of Figures, Textile Sculpture

By Lilla Kulka

Located in Wilton, CT

Pair, sisal, wool, stilon, 125" x 77", 1989. This large figurative, abstract tapestry was done by textile artist, Lilla Kulka (b. 1946, Krakow, Poland). Artist Statement: "I creat...

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1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Tapestry, Wool, Thread

Elevate No. 3 Abstract Geometric Sculpture in Brass and Wood
Elevate No. 3 Abstract Geometric Sculpture in Brass and Wood

Elevate No. 3 Abstract Geometric Sculpture in Brass and Wood

By Huy Lam

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This work titled "Elevate No. 3" is an original artwork by Huy Lam made of burnt wood and brass inlay. The piece measures 8" x 20" x 3.5". Please note: The plant and the pot pictur...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Spirit Flames – A Modern Organic Sculpture in Brazilian Agate

Spirit Flames – A Modern Organic Sculpture in Brazilian Agate

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Spirit Flames blends the fiery beauty of Brazilian Agate with modern design. Its vibrant colors and built-in lighting create a dynamic, energetic vibe, perfect for adding warmth and ...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Precious Stone

Schwerelos Gold by Kuno Vollet - Contemporary Golden bronze sculpture
Schwerelos Gold by Kuno Vollet - Contemporary Golden bronze sculpture

Schwerelos Gold by Kuno Vollet - Contemporary Golden bronze sculpture

By Kuno Vollet

Located in DE

Artist: Kuno Vollet Title: Schwerelos Gold Materials: Bronze sculpture with a dark patina on black granite base Size: 65cm height of upper sculpture, base: 18 x 18 cm x 8 cm Lim...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Granite, Bronze

Double Diddle Phlebotomy Movement #15: Abstract Paper and Ink Art
Double Diddle Phlebotomy Movement #15: Abstract Paper and Ink Art

Double Diddle Phlebotomy Movement #15: Abstract Paper and Ink Art

By Charles Clary

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Original hand-cut, layered paper and ink on illustration board by Charles Clary measuring 15"h x 12"w. This piece ships in the pictured black frame. Charles Clary was born in 1980 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Paper, Ink, Illustration Board

Abstract Cast Glass Sculpture, 'Vela', 1995 by David Ruth
Abstract Cast Glass Sculpture, 'Vela', 1995 by David Ruth

Abstract Cast Glass Sculpture, 'Vela', 1995 by David Ruth

By David Ruth

Located in Oakland, CA

'Vela' is a contemporary abstract cast glass sculpture by David Ruth from his Internal Space series. This part of the series was inspired by astronomy and the distant galaxies and s...

Category

1990s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Ragisména series Brown, Abstract Sculpture
Ragisména series Brown, Abstract Sculpture

Ragisména series Brown, Abstract Sculpture

Located in Miami Beach, FL

The Ragisména series, which in Greek means cracked, has its materiality manifested through the desire to recreate and make feelings, memories and mythology tangible in the physical w...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Canvas, Plaster, Acrylic

Tower
Tower

Tower

By Tom Nussbaum

Located in New Orleans, LA

Tom Nussbaum is known for a variety of work including drawings, paper cuts, prints, sculpture, children’s books, animations, functional design objects, and site-specific commissions....

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel

Big Traces Italy 1985 Multiple Polished Pewter
Big Traces Italy 1985 Multiple Polished Pewter

Big Traces Italy 1985 Multiple Polished Pewter

Located in Brescia, IT

Walter Valentini was born in Pergola, Italy in 1928. A painter and engraver, he lives and works in Milan. He is Holder of the chair for engraving at the Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti in Milan. He takes part to Exhibitions in Italy, Europe and Usa. In 1982 he gains the 1st Prize at the Bienneal of Ibiza. This was one of the Prize he won all over the world. This is a multiple of 300. Numbered and signed. Polished pewter...

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1980s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

"Double Diddle Phlebotomy Movement #2" drawing and layered paper sculpture
"Double Diddle Phlebotomy Movement #2" drawing and layered paper sculpture

"Double Diddle Phlebotomy Movement #2" drawing and layered paper sculpture

By Charles Clary

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Original multicolored hand-cut paper and ink on illustration board layered paper sculpture by Charles Clary measuring 16"h x 21"w. This piece ships in the pictured black frame. Cha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Paper, Ink, Illustration Board

Ugo La Pietra Black Bronze Abstract Ad Arte
Ugo La Pietra Black Bronze Abstract Ad Arte

Ugo La Pietra Black Bronze Abstract Ad Arte

Located in Brescia, IT

This artwork is a multiples limited not numbered specimens created by the Italian artist Ugo La Pietra, a well known Internationally artist. Ugo La Pietra was born in Bussi Sul Tiri...

Category

Late 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Green Feather Beads Mesa

Green Feather Beads Mesa

Located in Santa Fe, NM

It was the tumult of the sixties that compelled me to drop out of Swarthmore College, move “back to the land” and become an intuitive artist. I believed that if we were to survive a...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

"Soft Swirl" Vibrant Hand Embroidery and Color Pencil on Paper
"Soft Swirl" Vibrant Hand Embroidery and Color Pencil on Paper

"Soft Swirl" Vibrant Hand Embroidery and Color Pencil on Paper

By Kelly Kozma

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This fibers, drawing, and sculptural work titled "Soft Swirl" is an original artwork by Kelly Kozma made of hand-embroidery, colored pencil, and acrylic paint on paper. The artist us...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Fabric, Thread, Found Objects

Art in motion n°1
Art in motion n°1

Art in motion n°1

By Gilbert Pauli

Located in Geneva, CH

Born in 1944 in the canton of Fribourg, Gilbert Pauli currently lives in Geneva, where he devotes himself to painting and sculpture, a passion he developed from his childhood. His fa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Blue Drifter 5

Blue Drifter 5

By Lizzie Scott

Located in Dallas, TX

Flashe on muslin with quilt batting, silk, metallic scrim & nylon netting

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Muslin, Paint

Pangaea Totem by Frédérique Domergue - Abstract metal sculpture, bronze, golden
Pangaea Totem by Frédérique Domergue - Abstract metal sculpture, bronze, golden

Pangaea Totem by Frédérique Domergue - Abstract metal sculpture, bronze, golden

By Frédérique Domergue

Located in Paris, FR

Pangaea Totem is a sculpture by French contemporary artist Frédérique Domergue. The sculpture is made with oak slat, polished brass and verdigris patinated bronze on the sculpted par...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Captain's View
Captain's View

Captain's View

By Kevin Barrett

Located in New York, NY

"Captain's View" Abstract Metal Sculpture by Kevin Barrett Red industrial paint on aluminum Barrett is noted for creating unique, rhythmic, abstract indoor and outdoor sculpture and...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Record, Blair Tate, Geometric woven textile wall sculpture
Record, Blair Tate, Geometric woven textile wall sculpture

Record, Blair Tate, Geometric woven textile wall sculpture

By Blair Tate

Located in Wilton, CT

Record, woven linen, cotton cord, 102" x 27", 2020. This abstract, geometric woven textile wall sculpture is by contemporary American fiber artist, Blair Tate. "In weaving there i...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Tapestry, Cotton, Linen

#53
#53

#53

Located in Dallas, TX

cold rolled steel wall sculpture

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Deceptor
American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Deceptor

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Deceptor

By Scott Troxel

Located in Paris, IDF

Artwork made with latex washes, Birch, MDF & lacquer Scott Troxel has exhibited his work at numerous fairs and exhibitions across the United States, including The Other Art Fair in ...

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2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Latex, Birch, Lacquer

Softening

Softening

By Eileen Braun

Located in Atlanta, GA

Eileen Braun delights in creating biomorphic or organic sculptural forms. Although they may look as though they're constructed of metal rods, they're actually created from rattan ree...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Rubber, Mixed Media

1974 Ugo La Pietra Ad Arte Red Bronze Abstract Sculpture
1974 Ugo La Pietra Ad Arte Red Bronze Abstract Sculpture

1974 Ugo La Pietra Ad Arte Red Bronze Abstract Sculpture

Located in Brescia, IT

This artwork is a multiples limited not numbered specimens created by the Italian artist Ugo La Pietra, a well known Internationally artist. Ugo La Pietra was born in Bussi Sul Tir...

Category

Late 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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