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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.

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Style: Contemporary
"Lagoon" - Contemporary Surrealist Animal Oil Painting on Canvas
"Lagoon" - Contemporary Surrealist Animal Oil Painting on Canvas

"Lagoon" - Contemporary Surrealist Animal Oil Painting on Canvas

By Zoa Ace

Located in Denver, CO

Born in Rockford, Illinois, 1951 Zoa Ace creates figurative oil paintings that explore human relationships through theatrical narratives infused with symbolic animals and whimsical...

Category

2010s Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mirrored Lake (Sepia tone Landscape Photograph taken in Louisana)
Mirrored Lake (Sepia tone Landscape Photograph taken in Louisana)

Mirrored Lake (Sepia tone Landscape Photograph taken in Louisana)

By David Halliday

Located in Hudson, NY

sepia toned silver gelatin print, edition 1 of 25 17.5 x 17.5 inches unframed, 30.5 x 30.5 inches framed Frame is dark brown wood molding, 8 ply antique white mat and glass Sepia toned silver gelatin print of a serenely still lake in Louisiana When Time Stands Still. The Photographs of David Halliday Whether traveling to a foreign land, wandering through a neighborhood marketto shop for food, or engaging in convivial conversation with a friend at his home,David Halliday is easily charmed, intrigued, excited, or amused by all that surroundshim. An artful documenter of life, Haliday uses his camera as a tool for recording themultitudinous special moments that capture his attention. Once in the darkroom, heeditorializes his finds, subtly embellishing each image until it somehow evokes thesensation that led him to photograph a subject in the first place. With the exception of a series of platinum print portraits, Halliday produces all of hisphotographs as sepia toned silver gelatin prints. Both processes are highly trad-itional and, in requiring that the artist avoid the use of any color other than sepia,they stand in sharp contrast to splashier modes such as Cibachrome, Polaroid, or digitally produced Iris prints […]. For Halliday, the warm tones afforded by age-old processes reflect his desire to reclaim the past or cherish the present in the form of soft, tranquil, frozen moments...

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1990s Contemporary Art

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Rudolf Häsler, The El, 1981, stipple engraving
Rudolf Häsler, The El, 1981, stipple engraving

Rudolf Häsler, The El, 1981, stipple engraving

Located in New York, NY

The Swiss-born Rudolf Häsler (1927-1999) lead a varied and busy artistic life, living and working in his native Switzerland, the United States, Spain, where he died, and for an exten...

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1980s Contemporary Art

Materials

Engraving

"Have A Kissing Accident (Sententia Sectum)", Mixed Media Layered Paper Collage
"Have A Kissing Accident (Sententia Sectum)", Mixed Media Layered Paper Collage

"Have A Kissing Accident (Sententia Sectum)", Mixed Media Layered Paper Collage

By Hyland Mather (X-O)

Located in Philadelphia, PA

"Have A Kissing Accident (Sententia Sectum)" is an original artwork by Hyland Mather made of layered paper assemblage with laser-cut text and found collage. It measures 12.5”h x 9”w ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper, Found Objects

"Pearl Royale" Platinum Sculpture 9' x 2' in Edition of 3 by Colin Burn
"Pearl Royale" Platinum Sculpture 9' x 2' in Edition of 3 by Colin Burn

"Pearl Royale" Platinum Sculpture 9' x 2' in Edition of 3 by Colin Burn

By Colin Burn

Located in Culver City, CA

"Pearl Royale" Platinum Sculpture 9' x 2' in Edition of 3 by Colin Burn Pure Platinum, Diamond & Pearl Sculpture Limited Edition - 3 Only Edition: Artist Proof 1/1 NOTE: preparation time may take up to 8 weeks. The Pearl Royale is the most luxurious vibrator ever created. Crafted from pure platinum its pave’ and channel set with over 70 carats of flawless white diamonds, royal blue sapphires, rare pink diamonds plus lustrous South Sea pearls. This exquisite sculpture is a truly unique piece of contemporary jewelry art that will be recognized for centuries to come. Sculpture comes with Limited Edition Artist Certificate of Authenticity and Jewelry Certificate of Materials. Artists Inspiration: “To encourage discussion and question society on the value we place on the sexual experience. From my observations it seems society could not reconcile such a luxurious item for the act of sex. I was of the mindset if we accept genuine luxury into other aspects of our lives then why not the sexual experience. It had to be outlandishly lavish with a high level of status, so the term fit for a king or queen was foremost in my mind. I wanted to create a unique piece of jewelry art that would hold its own and could proudly sit along side the world's finest crown jewels. Ultimately for me it symbolizes how we should Treasure the Erotic.” ABOUT COLIN BURN: Australian artist Colin Burn is a bold provocateur in the world of conceptual art, using his work to disrupt societal norms and spark critical dialogue often around uncomfortable truths. His art pushes boundaries, urging viewers to rethink their assumptions on value, power, and meaning, especially in contexts often deemed taboo or overlooked. Known for his masterful fusion of symbolism and opulence, Burn transforms ordinary objects into potent allegories, frequently employing their high monetary value to amplify the emotional and intellectual resonance of his themes. He understands that society frequently ties value to price, and this awareness is central to his approach. With an attention-grabbing allure, Burn’s work invites viewers to look beyond the surface, encouraging them to explore the deeper, often concealed meanings behind what they see—reminding them that true value lies not only in the material cost, but in the idea or theme that it represents. A compelling example of this is his Pearl Royale chess set...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Platinum

Flight
Flight

Flight

Located in Zofingen, AG

Shipped in roll The composition of the painting seems to be constructed from fragments of memories: the stylized architectural forms on the left and right resemble archival blocks, w...

Category

2010s Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Laurisilva of Madeira No.2 - analogue nature photography, Limited 10
Laurisilva of Madeira No.2 - analogue nature photography, Limited 10

Laurisilva of Madeira No.2 - analogue nature photography, Limited 10

By Ugne Pouwell

Located in London, GB

' Laurisilva of Madeira No.2 ' 2026 Limited edition of 10 Printed on archival Hahnemühle Photo Rag Baryta paper. Signed both front and back with Certificate of Authenticity. Photo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Photographic Film, Film, Photographic Paper, Giclée

Hunt Slonem "Monsoon Ganeshpuri" Birds
Hunt Slonem "Monsoon Ganeshpuri" Birds

Hunt Slonem "Monsoon Ganeshpuri" Birds

By Hunt Slonem

Located in Boston, MA

Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Monsoon Ganeshpuri Date: 2025 Medium: Oil on wood Unframed Dimensions: 28" x 20" Framed Dimensions: 34" x 26" Signature: Signed by Artist on Verso ...

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2010s Contemporary Art

Materials

Oil

'Robin' Contemporary British Bronze Bird Sculpture Wildlife & Nature, garden
'Robin' Contemporary British Bronze Bird Sculpture Wildlife & Nature, garden

'Robin' Contemporary British Bronze Bird Sculpture Wildlife & Nature, garden

By Richard Smith b.1955

Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Edition of 25. 'Robin' by Richard Smith. A bronze sculpture of a robin perched on a plant pot, with two snails nestled inside, is a charming celebration of nature’s small yet captiv...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Bronze

Athirst (Hexaptych)
Athirst (Hexaptych)

Athirst (Hexaptych)

By Ina Kaur

Located in New Orleans, LA

Ina Kaur (b. 1980) is a multidisciplinary artist whose conceptually driven work responds to imbalances and injustices within social, cultural, and ecological environments. Her practi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Boss Dog I- original bulldog figure-modern sculpture-contemporary art- Artwork
Boss Dog I- original bulldog figure-modern sculpture-contemporary art- Artwork

Boss Dog I- original bulldog figure-modern sculpture-contemporary art- Artwork

By Sanuj Birla

Located in London, Chelsea

We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online. “Boss Dog 1” by Sanuj Birla is a bold and characterful exploration of attitude, humour, and contemporary sculpture. Crafted from resin and fibreglass, the tabletop sculpture depicts an iconic British Bulldog standing upright on its hind legs, its forearms confidently crossed while holding a spiked bat. The exaggerated pose and instantly recognisable subject give the work a commanding presence, transforming the familiar canine figure into a playful symbol of confidence and authority. Birla’s contemporary realist approach combines recognisable anatomy with a highly stylised sense of character. The Bulldog’s distinctive proportions and features are carefully modelled, while its human-like stance introduces an unexpected and humorous element. The smooth sculptural finish gives the figure a polished appearance, allowing its expressive silhouette and assertive posture to become central to the work’s visual identity. The figure’s pose creates a strong sense of structure and personality. Standing vertically on its hind legs, the Bulldog forms a compact yet imposing silhouette, while the crossed forearms reinforce its self-assured attitude. The spiked bat introduces a contrasting diagonal element, adding visual tension to the composition and enhancing the sculpture’s mischievous, larger-than-life character. Colour is central to the sculpture’s visual impact. Its sleek silver finish gives the figure a distinctly contemporary appearance, allowing light to move across the modelled surfaces and emphasise changes in volume and form. The restrained monochromatic palette also focuses attention on the Bulldog’s expression, posture, and sculptural details rather than distracting from them with additional colour. The sculpture’s carefully finished surface encourages close observation of its texture and modelling. From the characteristic folds and contours of the Bulldog to the sharper detailing of the spiked bat, Birla combines smooth surfaces with more defined elements to create visual and tactile contrast. The reflective qualities of the silver finish further accentuate these details as the sculpture is viewed from different angles. Yet “Boss Dog 1” is more than a contemporary representation of a British Bulldog. Through its anthropomorphic stance, crossed arms, and unexpected accessory, Birla gives the animal a distinctly human personality. Confidence and humour converge within the figure, turning the Bulldog into a playful character whose exaggerated authority invites both amusement and curiosity. With its distinctive silhouette, sleek silver finish, and playful combination of realism and character, “Boss Dog 1” is a striking contemporary tabletop sculpture...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Pointed Peppers
Pointed Peppers

Pointed Peppers

By Rutger Hiemstra

Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant

Rutger Hiemstra Pointed Peppers 44 x 44 cm (with frame 47 x47 cm) Oil on wood framed The beauty of the ordinary For Rutger Hiemstra, this act of looking begins with everyday realit...

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2010s Contemporary Art

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Wooden Pier in the Sea Study 1, Italy, Black and White Long Exposure Seascape
Wooden Pier in the Sea Study 1, Italy, Black and White Long Exposure Seascape

Wooden Pier in the Sea Study 1, Italy, Black and White Long Exposure Seascape

By Gerald Berghammer

Located in Vienna, Vienna

Archival pigment ink print, produced in a limited edition of 7 // Gallery ID: 21128 Fine art prints are produced to order on Hahnemühle Photo Rag Baryta. Each print is stamped on the...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Digital Pigment

Anticipation H20-6 from The Emotions
Anticipation H20-6 from The Emotions

Anticipation H20-6 from The Emotions

By Damien Hirst

Located in London, GB

2026 Giclée direct print on aluminium composite panel 120 x 96 cm Edition of 246 Mint condition stored in the original packaging Accompanied by a gallery Certificate of Authenticit...

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2010s Contemporary Art

Materials

Giclée

Abstraction - Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting, Colorful, Dynamic
Abstraction - Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting, Colorful, Dynamic

Abstraction - Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting, Colorful, Dynamic

By Monika Rossa

Located in Warsaw, PL

Contemporary colorful oil on canvas abstract painting by Polish artist Monika Rossa. Artwork is a gestural abstraction, there are many dynamic shapes and composition consists of many...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Crazy Painting, Abstract Acrylic on Canvas, Contemporary, 2009
Crazy Painting, Abstract Acrylic on Canvas, Contemporary, 2009

Crazy Painting, Abstract Acrylic on Canvas, Contemporary, 2009

By Pandi

Located in London, GB

Colour-filled images of fantastical creatures along with birds, snakes, rabbits, beautiful women in yoga poses - all images of Balinese reality and folklore combined in this one abst...

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Nevaeh - Original Silver Leaf Floral Sally K Figurative Artwork
Nevaeh - Original Silver Leaf Floral Sally K Figurative Artwork

Nevaeh - Original Silver Leaf Floral Sally K Figurative Artwork

By Sally K

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lebanese American artist Sally K.'s captivating floral portraits are both mesmerizing and empowering. Her pop-realistic paintings are inspired by strong, feminine women, celebrating ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Shalako Night
Shalako Night

Shalako Night

By Dan Namingha

Located in Santa Fe, NM

hand pulled limited edition lithograph signed and numbered by the artist Glenn Green Galleries also presents paintings, prints and sculpture by Southwestern luminary, DAN NAMINGHA....

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1980s Contemporary Art

Materials

Lithograph

Catch me if you can!- 21st Century Dutch Bronze Sculpture of a Squirrel
Catch me if you can!- 21st Century Dutch Bronze Sculpture of a Squirrel

Catch me if you can!- 21st Century Dutch Bronze Sculpture of a Squirrel

By Frans van Straaten

Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant

This squirrel is made by Dutch Artist Frans van Straaten. Van Straaten should be called an artist of balance always searching for harmony between force and movement in combination with space. Because of the wide range in his art-education he has mastered the art of drawing, painting and sculpting technology. However, the classical plastic art of sculpture and modelling opens up the possibility for him to create his own language of sculpture in answer to his urge for art. Due to this style of sculpting, the preference for bronze is natural. After his study of sculpture at the Academy of Art in Rotterdam (1988), Frans van Straaten creates bronze sculptures in which he unites force and movement. Feeling and Emotion converted into Matter Sculpture is an experience of space combined with the challenge of the three-dimensional. The tension of space and movement are the themes, which Frans expresses in his sculptures. Summary it can be said that the power of life and being, the feeling and emotion by force and movement will be converted into matter. The experience of space is being expressed in the shapes and characters in each of Frans’ sculptures. His sculptures of bulls express explosive power while the horses find their strength in being elegant. Each sculpture recalls this way their own association and serves as a metaphor for a certain emotion. Feelings, which has inspired the artist for each sculpture. Powerful and Elegant Looking at the works of this artist, it becomes very clear that one of his most important sources is his background in art history. The Renaissance period as well as several Italian artists served as inspiration to Frans as a sculpture. For instance the expressions in Leonardo da Vinci’s artworks, and also Giovanni Bologna...

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2010s Contemporary Art

Materials

Bronze

Entangled 2 - 21st Century. Contemporary, Figurative Modern, Africa, Twin, Love
Entangled 2 - 21st Century. Contemporary, Figurative Modern, Africa, Twin, Love

Entangled 2 - 21st Century. Contemporary, Figurative Modern, Africa, Twin, Love

By Aba Linus

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gal...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Cherry Delight
Cherry Delight

Cherry Delight

By Roxana Khonkulova

Located in Zofingen, AG

“Cherry Delight” is a work about an experience that does not seek to закрепить itself in the future. About intimacy accepted as an event rather than a promise. Like the taste of cher...

Category

2010s Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Seascape Nocturne - Crashing Waves at Night, Original Painting in Acrylic
Seascape Nocturne - Crashing Waves at Night, Original Painting in Acrylic

Seascape Nocturne - Crashing Waves at Night, Original Painting in Acrylic

Located in Soquel, CA

Seascape Nocturne - Crashing Waves at Night, Original Painting in Acrylic Vibrant painting of waves and clouds at night by an unknown artist, monogrammed "J.B." Layers of waves cres...

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Night Stars Van Gogh 1990 Art Glass Vase
Night Stars Van Gogh 1990 Art Glass Vase

Night Stars Van Gogh 1990 Art Glass Vase

Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL

Lundberg Studios Art Glass Vase. Every piece of glass that bears the Lundberg Studios signature represents the finest in contemporary art glass. Crafted by master glass blowers, trad...

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1990s Contemporary Art

Materials

Blown Glass

GEM #17, Gallery Wall "GEMS" Collection, Blue, Green, Box, Mini, Tiny, Original
GEM #17, Gallery Wall "GEMS" Collection, Blue, Green, Box, Mini, Tiny, Original

GEM #17, Gallery Wall "GEMS" Collection, Blue, Green, Box, Mini, Tiny, Original

By Michelle Thomas Artist

Located in Woodstock, GA

This Gallery Wall “GEM” captures a fresh burst of color and movement in a compact, sculptural form. A sweeping gesture of hand-shaped yellow-green sculptural form rises from the surf...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Babar au Chapeau Offset Print, Framed, Contemporary, 1990s
Babar au Chapeau Offset Print, Framed, Contemporary, 1990s

Babar au Chapeau Offset Print, Framed, Contemporary, 1990s

By Laurent De Brunhoff

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This framed piece celebrates the beloved character Babar, the charming elephant who has captivated children and adults alike for generations. Created by Jean de Brunhoff in the 1930s...

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1990s Contemporary Art

Materials

Offset

Joyous — Contemporary Mixed Media Abstract Painting on Canvas

Joyous — Contemporary Mixed Media Abstract Painting on Canvas

By Karen Blair

Located in Atlanta, GA

True to its title, Karen Blair’s Joyous is an exuberant contemporary mixed media painting filled with energy, movement, and expressive gesture. The richly worked surface rewards clos...

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2010s Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil Crayon, Mixed Media, Oil

Cartagena - Large Earth Tone Geometric Contemporary Artwork
Cartagena - Large Earth Tone Geometric Contemporary Artwork

Cartagena - Large Earth Tone Geometric Contemporary Artwork

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Axelle Gosse creates intricate, tactile compositions using rope and fabric, transforming everyday materials into striking contemporary artworks. Inspired by her extensive travels acr...

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2010s Contemporary Art

Materials

Textile, Canvas

Death Over Life: Foxglove

Death Over Life: Foxglove

By Elizabeth Alexander

Located in Denver, CO

Elizabeth Alexander is an interdisciplinary artist specializing in sculptures and installations made from deconstructed domestic materials. Through labored processes separating decor...

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2010s Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper, Glue

What Remains Unmasked - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Culture
What Remains Unmasked - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Culture

What Remains Unmasked - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Culture

By Iyiola Odunayo

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Holding the mask rather than wearing it, the figure enters a quiet moment of reflection. Once a symbol of identity, the mask becomes an object of inquiry, revealing the roles, expect...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

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Fabric, Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic

Harvey Edwards,  Leg Warmers, hand signed print
Harvey Edwards,  Leg Warmers, hand signed print

Harvey Edwards, Leg Warmers, hand signed print

By Harvey Edwards

Located in Chatsworth, CA

Harvey Edwards Leg Warmers Oversized dye bleach print (Cibachrome print) 1978, printed in 1981 Hand signed in ink by the artist Numbered 103/299 from the edition of 299 Sheet: 39.5 x...

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1970s Contemporary Art

Materials

C Print

Contemporary art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Contemporary 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 Stefanie Schneider, Tyler Shields, Kirsten Thys van den Audenaerde, and Richard Heeps. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and 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 Contemporary art, so small editions measuring 0.02 inches across are also available.