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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
Absolute Wealth - Large Contemporary Abstract Maximalism Painting, Ready to Hang
Absolute Wealth - Large Contemporary Abstract Maximalism Painting, Ready to Hang

Absolute Wealth - Large Contemporary Abstract Maximalism Painting, Ready to Hang

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Absolute Wealth Large Painting Absolute Wealth - Contemporary Abstract Colorful Maximalism Bold Invest Another soulful artwork by Karnish. Symbols and forms unfold in this m...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Acrylic, Wood, Charcoal, Spray Paint, Color Pencil, Stret...

Forces of Nature 5  - Sculptural Abstract Minimalist Textural Artwork on Canvas
Forces of Nature 5  - Sculptural Abstract Minimalist Textural Artwork on Canvas

Forces of Nature 5 - Sculptural Abstract Minimalist Textural Artwork on Canvas

By Len Klikunas

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Len Klikunas creates sculptural minimalist artworks to modify experienced reality through visual perception. His original artwork is a mix of art and architecture, hovering between p...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art

Materials

Gesso, Mixed Media, Wood Panel

Light Thoughts, 2024 Mixed Media on Artist Board, Abstract Geometric Art
Light Thoughts, 2024 Mixed Media on Artist Board, Abstract Geometric Art

Light Thoughts, 2024 Mixed Media on Artist Board, Abstract Geometric Art

By Murray Duncan 1

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Light Thoughts, 2024 Mix Media on artist board Size - 72" height x 84" width x 1.75" depth Signed Murray Duncan is a self-taught creative visionary. Know for his large-scale, expres...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art

Materials

Glaze, Oil Crayon, Acrylic

Abstract 2558
Abstract 2558

Abstract 2558

By Alex Senchenko

Located in Zofingen, AG

In this piece, I poured my emotions into a dance of textures and soft hues. The creamy creams, gentle pinks, and calming blues blend with unexpected bursts of black to evoke a serene...

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2010s Abstract Art

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

Caribbean Sandy Shore Triptych, Blue Tones Seascape, Sunny Waves Cyanotype Print
Caribbean Sandy Shore Triptych, Blue Tones Seascape, Sunny Waves Cyanotype Print

Caribbean Sandy Shore Triptych, Blue Tones Seascape, Sunny Waves Cyanotype Print

By Kind of Cyan

Located in Barcelona, ES

This series of cyanotype triptychs showcases the beauty of nature scenes, including stunning beaches and oceans, as well as the intricate textures of water, forests, and skies. These triptychs are large pieces that feature lush blues, making them an impressive addition to any beautifully designed space. Each triptych is printed by hand and carefully crafted to capture the unique essence of these natural environments, with a focus on the interplay of light and shadows, and the subtle nuances of tone and texture. The beach and ocean scenes depict the dynamic beauty of waves crashing against the shore, with the cyanotype process lending a dreamy, ethereal quality to the images. Similarly, the forest and wood scenes offer a glimpse into the hidden depths of nature, with the cyanotype process lending a sense of mystery and wonder to the images, while the lush blues of cyanotypes imitate the sky and clouds perfectly. These triptychs are perfect for anyone who loves to surround themselves with the beauty of nature, and they make an excellent centerpiece for any beautifully designed space. Details: + Title: Pleasant Waters in Tulum Beach...

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2010s Abstract Art

Materials

Lithograph, Monotype, Paper

Easy On by Murray Duncan, Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas
Easy On by Murray Duncan, Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas

Easy On by Murray Duncan, Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas

By Murray Duncan 1

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Easy On By Murray Duncan Mixed media on canvas Size: 36" × 36" Unframed, signed Easy On by Murray Duncan is a striking abstract composition that balances bold gestural lines with ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art

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Glaze, Oil Crayon, Acrylic

Yellow, Abstract Oil Painting
Yellow, Abstract Oil Painting

Yellow, Abstract Oil Painting

By Dorothy Gaziano

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Multiple layers of color characterize this abstract piece. Shades of orange, yellow, and cream are applied dynamically, creating a vibrant composition. Bold b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art

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Oil

The Quiet Hour
The Quiet Hour

The Quiet Hour

By Kseniya Rai

Located in Zofingen, AG

**The Quiet Hour** *Oil on linen canvas, 2026* *The Quiet Hour* captures a moment of profound stillness, where architecture, light, and water merge into a contemplative landscape. A...

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2010s Abstract Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Among Chaos
Among Chaos

Among Chaos

Located in Zofingen, AG

Size: 120×97 cm (overall size with stretching 130×107 cm) Year: 2026 Materials: acrylic on canvas Shipping: rolled In this work, I explore the phenomenon of inner light — that unch...

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2010s Abstract Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

New Orleans Ice-Cream Tasting Festival (Limited Edition of Only 30 Prints)
New Orleans Ice-Cream Tasting Festival (Limited Edition of Only 30 Prints)

New Orleans Ice-Cream Tasting Festival (Limited Edition of Only 30 Prints)

By Mauro Oliveira

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

**FALL SUPER SALE TIL OCT. 13TH - TAKE ADVANTAGE OF IT** The original "New Orleans IceCream Festival" piece is sold. It's a very labored and special Mixed media on canvas covered wi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Giclée

Winning Together, Special Olympics
Winning Together, Special Olympics

Winning Together, Special Olympics

By Alexandra Nechita

Located in San Francisco, CA

This artwork titled "Winning Together, Special Olympics" 1998, is a colors lithograph on paper by renown Romanian/American artist Alexandra Nechita, b.1985. It is hand signed and num...

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Late 20th Century Abstract Art

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Lithograph

Golden Day - Original Abstract Ocean Beach Still Life Landscape Acrylic Painting
Golden Day - Original Abstract Ocean Beach Still Life Landscape Acrylic Painting

Golden Day - Original Abstract Ocean Beach Still Life Landscape Acrylic Painting

By Kathleen Keifer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Kathleen Keifer's original artworks represent one of the most significant expressions of New California Realism. Keifer brings a fresh perspective to her colorful scenes of everyday ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Abstract R 2506
Abstract R 2506

Abstract R 2506

By Alex Senchenko

Located in Zofingen, AG

In this painting, I harnessed the dynamic and evocative qualities of acrylics paints to sculpt a vivid landscape of emotion and expression. My aim was to capture the ephemeral play o...

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2010s Abstract Art

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

"Finishing Touch", Abstract Collage painting
"Finishing Touch", Abstract Collage painting

"Finishing Touch", Abstract Collage painting

By Jill Haas

Located in Westport, CT

This contemporary abstract painting by Jill haas features a contemporary style, often exploring themes of introspection and emotion through abstract forms and thoughtful color palett...

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2010s Abstract Art

Materials

Mixed Media, Wood Panel

A composition. Geometrical Abstract Oil Painting, Polish artist
A composition. Geometrical Abstract Oil Painting, Polish artist

A composition. Geometrical Abstract Oil Painting, Polish artist

By Iwona Delińska

Located in Warsaw, PL

Contemporary abstraction oil on canvas painting by Polish artist Iwona Delinska. Artwork is painted with different density paint which makes every layer of composition dynamic. Some ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Fondest Memories
The Fondest Memories

The Fondest Memories

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Acrylic and mixed media on canvas 20 x 20 x 1.5 2025 Edges painted white, back wired, ready to hang. Sarah Trundle is a Charlottesville, Va. painter who, after beginnings in repres...

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2010s Abstract Art

Materials

Acrylic

Lucio Fontana Untitled (Gold Concetto Spaziale)
Lucio Fontana Untitled (Gold Concetto Spaziale)

Lucio Fontana Untitled (Gold Concetto Spaziale)

By Lucio Fontana

Located in Washington , DC, DC

Exceptional gold foil Concetto Spaziale produced in 1962 for a rare official Lucio Fontana artist monograph during his lifetime, published by famed art book publisher Harry N. Abrams...

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Art

Materials

Foil

Stanley Bielen "Hope" 2026 oil on paper mounted
Stanley Bielen "Hope" 2026 oil on paper mounted

Stanley Bielen "Hope" 2026 oil on paper mounted

By Stanley Bielen

Located in New York, NY

Stanley Bielen Hope, 2026 oil on paper mounted 6⅜ x 5¼ in. (bie103) Stanley Bielen’s paintings often begin with him planting the flower that he intends to capture in paint. He bring...

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2010s Abstract Art

Materials

Paper, Oil

Coronel Retirado y Su Amante Esposa (Cuban Artist)
Coronel Retirado y Su Amante Esposa (Cuban Artist)

Coronel Retirado y Su Amante Esposa (Cuban Artist)

By Felipe Orlando

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

Felipe Orlando (Cuban-Mexican, 1911-2001). Coronel Retirado y su Amante Esposa, ca. 1970. Ink and gouache on paper with heavily built up layers of textured ground. Measures 13 1/4 x 18 3/8 inches. Signed lower left. Original label affixed on verso. Excellent condition. Unframed. An anthropologist as well as a painter and engraver, Orlando, whose full name was Felipe Orlando Garcia Murciano, studied at the University of Havana and at the painting workshop of Jorge Arche and Víctor Manuel. He was a founding member of the Asociación de Pintores y Escultores de Cuba (APEC) and a professor at the Universidad de las Américas and the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, both in Mexico City. His style is influenced by the Afro-Cuban movement and pre-columbian art...

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1970s Abstract Art

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Ink, Gouache

Forest Moons, Contemporary Abstract Painting
Forest Moons, Contemporary Abstract Painting

Forest Moons, Contemporary Abstract Painting

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Forest Moons is an abstract painting in layered greens, with a mix of soft circular shapes and more solid, angular forms. The composition suggests a natural setting, with lighter spo...

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2010s Abstract Art

Materials

Acrylic, Wood Panel

Abstract 2273
Abstract 2273

Alex SenchenkoAbstract 2273, 2022

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Abstract 2273

By Alex Senchenko

Located in Zofingen, AG

Abstract 2273 - painting is a powerful vision of Love’s vibration, Compassion’s strength, and Hope’s vitality. Woosh away your worries! Feel the exhilarating and mighty presence of W...

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2010s Abstract Art

Materials

Acrylic

Gunnar Johnsson (1917–2007) Swedish School Oil Painting
Gunnar Johnsson (1917–2007) Swedish School Oil Painting

Gunnar Johnsson (1917–2007) Swedish School Oil Painting

Located in Holywell, GB

## Gunnar Johnsson (1917–2007) **Swedish School** A charming and whimsical portrait, likely painted in the early 1950s during Gunnar Johnsson's time in Spain, where the country's d...

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20th Century Abstract Art

Materials

Oil

Every Which Way, Abstract Oil Painting
Every Which Way, Abstract Oil Painting

Every Which Way, Abstract Oil Painting

By Dorothy Gaziano

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Dorothy Gaziano builds layers of orange and cream over deep blues and black using oil paint and cold wax. The interplay of light and dark draws the viewer in,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Art

Materials

Oil

Abstract art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Abstract art 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 art 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, orange, red and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Sumit Mehndiratta, Giorgio Lo Fermo, Francisco Nicolás, and Dadodu . Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Synthetic Resin 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 Abstract art, so small editions measuring 0.02 inches across are also available.