While “expressionist” is used to describe any art that avoids naturalism and instead employs a bold use of flattened forms and intense brushwork, Expressionist art formally describes early-20th-century work from Europe that drew on Symbolism and confronted issues such as urbanization and capitalism. Expressionist artists experimented in paintings and prints with skewed perspectives, abstraction and unconventional, bright colors to portray how isolating and anxious the world felt rather than how it appeared.
Between 1905 and 1920, Austrian and German artists, in particular, were inspired by Postimpressionists such as Paul Gauguin and Vincent van Gogh in their efforts to strive for a new authenticity in their work. In its geometric patterns and decorative details, Expressionist art was also marked by eclectic sources like German and Russian folk art as well as tribal art from Africa and Oceania, which the movement’s practitioners witnessed at museums and world’s fairs.
Groups of artists came together to share and promote the themes now associated with Expressionism, such as Die Brücke (The Bridge) in Dresden, which included Erich Heckel, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff and investigated alienation and the dissolution of society in vivid color. In Munich, Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider), a group led by Wassily Kandinsky and Franz Marc, instilled Expressionism with a search for spiritual truths. In his iconic painting The Scream, prolific Norwegian painter Edvard Munch conveyed emotional turmoil through his depiction of environmental elements, such as the threatening sky.
Expressionism shifted around the outbreak of World War I, with artists using more elements of the grotesque in reaction to the escalation of unrest and violence. Printmaking was especially popular, as it allowed artists to widely disseminate works that grappled with social and political issues amid this time of upheaval. Although the art movement ended with the rise of Nazi Germany, where Expressionist creators were labeled “degenerate,” the radical ideas of these artists would influence Neo-Expressionism that emerged in the late 1970s with painters like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Francesco Clemente.
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Saturday evening in November
By Elena Lukina
Located in Zofingen, AG
"In this vivid oil canvas, I've captured the fleeting vibrancy of twilight through a blend of impressionism and expressionism, with a touch of realism heartily mixed in. The bold, em...
Canvas, Linen, Oil
$560Sale Price|20% Off
Trois Femmes Lithograph Print, Expressionist Style, Mid-20th Century
Located in Belgrade, MT
Walter Becker was born in 1893 in Essen, Ruhr, Germany. Considered an important graphic artist of the "lost generation", Becker is well known for his depictions of figures and portraits in a style that combined elements of German Expressionism, Dada, and French modernism. He worked in a variety of print media, including color lincut, lithography, woodcut and etching. After a short military service, Becker studied under the German Sculptor Karl Albiker at the Dresden Academy of Fine Arts. He moved to southern France where he lived and worked from 1924-1935, and was in contact with George Braque, Thomas...
Lithograph
Tartarin - Rare Book Illustrated by George Grosz - 1921
By George Grosz
Located in Roma, IT
Tartarin (Original title "Die Abenteuer des herrn Tartarin aus Tarascon") is an original modern rare book written by Alphonse Daudet (Nimes, 1840 – 1897) and illustrated by George Gr...
Paper, Photogravure
Girl from Gombe: Expressionist Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Girl from Gombe is an original painting by Abifola Olorunlana. Olorunlana created Girl from Gombe with Acrylic on a 36W by 48H inches primed canvas. The Girl from Gombe is a two-portrait series about a young girl from Gombe who is trying to find balance in her personal life in a society that does not really care much about the mental health of young people. In each portrait, her bodily pose, complemented with fresh-looking green plants and every other element in the painting tells a story about all the good and bad choices that have led her to where she is; the influence of her academics, family, religion, and the friends she surrounds herself with. While she's fighting her insecurities, and facing a dilemma in her career choice, she seems to persevere in living. Whenever I look at my subject and listen to her talk, all I see is a beautiful girl who has fallen prey to what we all refer to as life: Abifola Olorunlana decided to narrate with paint on canvas as a reminder that no matter what the situation is, as long as we are alive our lives can always get better. 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 Gallery) About Artist Olorunlana Abifola (b. 1999) is an emerging visual artist from Nigeria whose works of art cut across mix-media and contemporary art paintings which includes portrait paintings of Black people...
Acrylic, Canvas
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
Large Scale Abstracted Still Life with Fish, in the Style Of Henri Matisse
By D.S. Silver
Located in Soquel, CA
Large Scale Abstracted Still Life with Fish, in the Style Of Henri Matisse Bright, ocean-like, tropical colors in this abstract with fish in the style of Henri Matisse by D.S. Silve...
Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars
Raventos Collage Little City original expressionist mixed media
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Paris original expressionist mixed media painting RAVENTÓS Mª Assumpció – (San Sadurní d’Anoia, Barcelona 1930). Raventos trained at the elite Sant Jordi School of Fine Arts in Barce...
Mixed Media, Acrylic
E. Gert Fruit Still Life Painting w/Pitcher & Candelabra
By Edith Gert
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautiful fruit still life painting w/pitcher & candelabra by Danish artist Edith Gert (1906-1983)
Canvas, Oil
$1,036
Expressionist Portrait of Woman Oil and Ink on Paper, Framed and Signed 1993
Located in NANTES, FR
Executed in 1993, this striking oil and India ink on paper by Menachem Gueffen exemplifies the artist's lifelong fascination with the female figure. The seated woman, rendered with a...
Paper, India Ink, Oil
African Boy II Painting, Expressionist Oil on Canvas, 21st Century
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
African Boy is a series of paintings by talented artist Faith Gbadero. This series of Artworks captures the response and attitudes of African young adults to the struggles and roller...
Oil, Canvas, Acrylic
In Solitude by the Sea, Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas, 2010-
By Elena Lukina
Located in Zofingen, AG
"In solitude by the sea" is an original oil painting on canvas that captures a quiet moment on the beach. Soft brushstrokes and a delicate expression evoke solitude and introspection...
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
Self-Portrait 1986
Located in Zofingen, AG
With deep realism, I painted a quiet moment of tension and mystery, capturing the vulnerability and guarded strength of the figure. Using oil, I created rich shadows that pull you in...
Canvas, Oil
$2,800
"Montreal Olympics 1976" Colorful Abstract Expressionist Figurative Lithograph
By LeRoy Neiman
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful abstract expressionist lithograph celebrating the 1976 Olympics in Montreal Canada by American artist LeRoy Neiman. The work f...
Lithograph
Untitled
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...
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$2,000
'Two Figures', Bogota, Museum of Modern Art, New York, Colombian Modernist
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Signed upper left, 'Gongora' for Leonel Gongora (Colombian, 1932-1999), dated 1963, and titled verso 'Ataque'. Born in Cartago, Colombia, Gongora studied at Escuela de Bellas Artes...
Paper, Ink, Watercolor, Gouache
$2,000
Raventos SEA AND BLUE SKY original expressionist mixed media canvas
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
RAVENTÓS Mª Assumpció – (San Sadurní d’Anoia, Barcelona 1930). Raventos trained at the elite Sant Jordi School of Fine Arts in Barcelona. Raventós expanded her studies in etching and...
Canvas, Mixed Media
New Year's breakfast 40X30
By Elena Lukina
Located in Zofingen, AG
Delicious still life. This work is inspired by the upcoming holidays. Christmas, New Year. Usually caviar sandwiches and tangerines are always present on the festive table. The nex...
Canvas, Oil
$2,650Sale Price|25% Off
Ceramic Expressionist Head in White Stoneware with Bismuth Rakú Glaze. Testa 9
Located in FISTERRA, ES
Testa 9 is an expressionist ceramic head sculpture created in white stoneware with a bismuth Rakú glaze. This ceramic head belongs to the artist’s Testas series, a body of work compo...
Clay, Glaze
Beautiful park
By Elena Lukina
Located in Zofingen, AG
In creating this piece, I poured my soul into capturing the serene yet vibrant essence of a park that whispers tales of tranquility and renewal. I employed expressive brushstrokes to...
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard, Giclée
Rabbis Singing
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist: Jakob Steinhardt (German/Israeli, 1887-1968) Title: Rabbis Singing Year: Circa 1960 Medium: Color woodcut Paper: Wove Image size (Block mark): 9.60 x 14 inches Sheet size...
Woodcut
Der Findling - Rare Book Engraved by Ernst Barlach - 1922
Located in Roma, IT
Der Findlich is an original Rare Book illustrated by the Expressionist German artist Ernst Barlach (1870- 1938) in 1922. Original First Edition. Format: in 4°. Published by Paul Cassirer, Berlin. The book includes 77 pages and Twenty several full page woodcuts. Mint conditions. Ernst Barlach (1870- 1938), a German expressionist sculptor, printmaker and writer. His participation in the war made him change his position, and he is mostly known for his artworks protesting against the war. Barlach trained under French artists and produced Art Nouveau-style sculpture and works on paper, but at first unable to find success. This led to a trip to Russia where the artist began creating figurative sculptures inspired by early Gothic art, carving spiritual and emotional themes from hard-woods and bronze casts. Barlach's fame increased after the war, he received many awards and became a member of the prestigious Preußische Akademie der Künste ( Prussian Art Academy) in 1919. He was a supporter of the war in the years leading to World War I, he generated many anti-war sculptures...
Paper, Engraving
Victim: Acrylic Canvas Painting (When The Sky Seems So Blue)
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...
Acrylic, Canvas
Christus, 1961 (Expressionist, Spiritual Theme)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Richard Haizmann Christus, 1961 Woodcut Year: 1987 (printed) Size: 33.66 x 24.01 inches (85.5 × 61 cm) Stamped verso by the Estate, signed "Dr. Wolfgang Wesiack" COA provided *Will ...
Woodcut
$2,200
Influence
By Aba Linus
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The artwork titled "Influence" depicts a lady who appears to be lost in thought. She is portrayed with a blue and yellow color around her neck, which stands out against the grey background. The artwork is captivating, and it seems to tell a story of its own. The lady's posture suggests that she is deep in thought, perhaps reflecting on something significant. The blue and yellow colors around her neck add to the intrigue, leaving the viewer to wonder about their meaning. The colors are bold and bright, almost as if they are trying to break through the grey background. The title of the artwork, "Influence," adds another layer to the piece's meaning. It could be interpreted as the lady being influenced by something or someone, or perhaps she is the one who exerts influence on others. Either way, the title makes the artwork more thought-provoking and leaves the viewer with questions. The use of color in the artwork is striking. The blue and yellow around the lady's neck create a sense of vibrancy and life. The grey background, while muted, provides a subtle contrast that emphasizes the colors around her neck. The color choices are deliberate, each color has its own symbolic meaning. Blue is often associated with calmness, trust, and communication, while yellow is associated with optimism, happiness, and energy. The overall composition of the artwork is simple yet powerful. The lady is the focal point of the piece, and her posture and expression convey a sense of introspection. The blue and yellow colors around her neck draw the viewer's attention, and the grey background provides a sense of stillness and calmness. The artwork is open to interpretation, and the viewer may interpret it in different ways. Some may see it as a representation of someone deep in thought, while others may see it as a symbol of inner strength and influence. Whatever the interpretation, the artwork is visually striking and thought-provoking. In conclusion, "Influence" is a beautiful and thought-provoking artwork that portrays a lady lost in thought with blue and yellow colors around her neck on a grey background. The artwork's title and use of color add to its complexity, leaving the viewer with questions and interpretations. It is a testament to the power of art and its ability to evoke emotions and stimulate the mind. 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 Gallery) About Artist Aba Linus...
Canvas, Acrylic
$4,850
Masked Elegance in Contemporary Threads 3 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Africa
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide 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 Authent...
Canvas, Coffee, Mixed Media
Burgundy peonies, blue flowers in a vase.Candles and antique table.
Located in Zofingen, AG
A gorgeous, luxurious lovely summer bouquet of flowers in a blue vase. Blue wildflowers of forget-me-nots grow at my mother's cottage. White flowers appeared in the forest, delicate....
Canvas, Lacquer, Oil
Victim (Meet James) Acrylic and Oil Painting, 21st Century Art
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...
Acrylic, Oil, Canvas
Bright new day, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By LE ANH TUAN
Located in Yardley, PA
In this vibrant expression of nature's beauty, I've melded expressionism and impressionism with semi-abstract forms, using acrylics to celebrate life's invigorating essence. My bru...
Acrylic
$447Sale Price|35% Off
Young Girl with Baby Oil Painting 1970s Spanish Impressionist Portrait Emotional
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Young Girl with Baby Oil Painting 1970s Spanish Impressionist Portrait Emotional Figurative Artwork Medium: Oil on board Period: 1970–1979 Date: circa 1975 Condition: Good condition consistent with age Dimensions: Height: 46 cm (18.12 in) Width: 38 cm (14.97 in) Frame: Unframed Origin: Spain A tender and emotionally engaging oil painting depicting a young girl holding a baby, executed in Spain circa 1975. Rather than a traditional maternal scene, the composition captures a more unusual and compelling dynamic: a child caring for another child. This subtle shift introduces a layer of emotional complexity, where innocence and responsibility coexist. The girl’s expressive gaze becomes the central anchor of the composition, conveying a quiet intensity that draws the viewer in. The artist employs loose yet confident brushwork, with an earthy palette enriched by soft pink tones that enhance the warmth of the scene. This type of subject—intimate, psychological, and slightly unconventional—offers collectors something beyond decorative appeal: a narrative moment suspended in time. Its small scale further increases its charm and versatility, making it ideal for refined interiors or curated gallery walls. A distinctive example of late 20th-century Spanish figurative impressionism, with strong emotional resonance. Amadeo Freixas Vivo (1912–2004) was a Spanish painter known for his figurative and impressionist works. Throughout his career, he developed a personal style focused on intimate scenes and expressive portraiture, often exploring themes of everyday life and human emotion. girl with baby painting, figurative oil painting, spanish painting 1970s, impressionist portrait, child portrait painting...
Board, Oil
$1,850
Beacon of Light -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Landscape
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube. This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About Artist Elie HATUNGIMAN...
Canvas, Acrylic
Horse II - 21st Century, Figurative Drawing, Animal, Colored Pencil, Brown
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
Horse II, 2014 Colored Pencil on Paper 28.74 H x 40.15 W in. 73 H x 102 W cm Dinu Rădulescu's drawings illustrate, in their majority, the Horse, like a...
Paper, Pencil, Color Pencil
Adanna (Cultural Fusion) -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Women
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide Ships in a well-protected tube. This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. In the heart of the 21st century, a young woman proudly stands in her neon-hued attire a testament to her Igbo Nigerian...
Canvas, Neon Light, Acrylic
Gentle Hold of the Couch -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Oil
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide 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 Authent...
Canvas, Oil
King Be Shaved Oil Painting on Canvas, Expressionist, 21st Century
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"King Be Shaved" by James Ogamba Tochukwu is a visually compelling artwork that captures a moment of intimate regality. The scene unfolds with a king about to...
Oil, Canvas
"Evening in purple." Original Oil Painting by Liliya Volskaya
Located in Zofingen, AG
The paintings are drawn with oil on the hardboard (back side made of the double cardboard). Evening in purple. This dream scene uses hues of purple, pink, blue, and blue. A gorgeous...
Canvas, Lacquer, Oil
$824
"Southern bloom" Expressionist nature painting inspired by french Provence
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
"Southern Bloom" is a contemporary abstract floral painting by French artist Natalya Mougenot, created in acrylic paint and acrylic pen on heavyweight acid-free French paper, and roo...
Paper, Acrylic
$482
Contemporary vivid expressive still-life acrylic painting of fruits on paper
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This contemporary expressive artwork, "Cherries, Apples, and Flowers," by French artist Natalya Mougenot, is a vivid exploration of the beauty in everyday objects. Part of her “Still...
Paper, Acrylic
Untitled Abstraction (Figures in Red)
By Albert Urban
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
Albert Urban, Untitled Abstraction (Figures in Red), color serigraph, 1944. Signed and dated in blue ink. A fine, painterly impression, with fresh, rich colors, on cream wove paper;...
Screen
$706
"Clever pup" Contemporary abstract figurative dog's portrait acrylic painting
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
In this contemporary figurative painting of a dog, French artist Natalya Mougenot uses acrylic paints and acrylic pens on heavyweight professional acid-free French paper to create a ...
Paper, Acrylic
Flourishing Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Expressionist, 21st Century
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Flourishing," a masterpiece by Adegbola Deborah, is a visual testament to the profound philosophy that life's highest calling is not merely survival, but the active pursuit of thriv...
Canvas, Acrylic
Swan Original impasto Miniature oil painting for living room
By Elena Lukina
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Swan" captures the delicate strength and fleeting beauty of a ballerina's dance. I poured my passion for movement and grace into every brushstroke, using oil on canvas to highlight ...
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
"Red poppies and daisies in a vase" ( modern expressive floral painting)
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This modern colorful floral artwork "Red poppies and daisies in a vase " is full of vivid colors ( red, yellow, green, blue, purple) which are my tools of expression. I explore th...
Paper, Acrylic
$2,450Sale Price|30% Off
Still Life with Chess (30% OFF LIST PRICE - LIMITED TIME ONLY)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Title: Still Life with Chess Materials : Oil on Canvas Date : 1960's Dimensions : 42 1/2 x 31 in. In the late 1960's, Daniel Brennan had a day job loading boxcars for Railway Express. During nights, he would go to a coffee house (Lawrence Gallery and Coffee House, at 43rd and Main St., KCMO), to sit and draw before heading home to paint. The gallery owners, Anne and Sidney Lawrence...
Canvas, Paint, Oil
Fashion Portrait of Elegant Seated Woman, India Ink Drawing on Paper Signed 1993
Located in NANTES, FR
Executed in 1993, this original India ink drawing on paper is an elegant example of Menachem Gueffen's refined figurative work. The composition depicts a seated young woman facing th...
Paper, India Ink
Morning at Canyonlands, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A morning scene unfolds at the Canyonlands National Park in Utah. The rising sun lights up the landscape, creating purple shadows on the cliffs with beautiful...
Mixed Media
Bird on the willow for the Annunciation
By Elena Lukina
Located in Zofingen, AG
With vibrant oil strokes, I captured the delicate grace of a bird perched on a blooming willow branch, blending realism with expressive emotion. This painting radiates a serene yet h...
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
$2,450
Black Beauty - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Acrylic, Women
By Kum Cletus
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About Artist Born in 1993 in...
Canvas, Acrylic
Lady on Blue 2, Expressionist Acrylic Painting on Canvas, 21st Century
By Aba Linus
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Lady on Blue 2" is a captivating piece of art that features a lady with blue skin sitting in a seductive pose. The painting portrays a woman who is both alluring and mysterious, wit...
Canvas, Acrylic
$2,500
Dauntless 3 -21st Century Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Woman, Blue Pattern
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide 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 Authent...
Canvas, Acrylic
Meneses Majorca Coast Spain original watercolor painting
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
This Catalan painter, settled for years in Mallorca, offers a series of landscapes in which the natural is treated in the impressionist way, with a great force colorist and energetic...
Paper, Watercolor
Naomie aux Longues Tresses
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist: Teo Tobiasse (French/Israeli, 1927-2012) Title: "Naomie Aux Longues Tresses" Year: Circa 1970 Medium: Color lithograph Edition: Numbered 146/150 in pencil Paper: Japan...
Lithograph
$2,200
Maya - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Woman with Closed Eyes
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube. This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About Artist Josue M...
Canvas, Acrylic
Hedwig Courths-Mahler - Rare Book Illustrated by George Grosz - 1922
By George Grosz
Located in Roma, IT
Hedwig Courths-Mahler is an original modern rare book written by Hans Reimann (1889–1969) and illustrated by George Grosz (Berlin, 1823 - 1959, Berlin) in 1922. Original First Editi...
Paper, Photogravure
Summer Bouquet View From The Balcony, Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
View From the Balcony With Summer Bouquet Oil on canvas singed lower right corner, canvas 36x28"5, framed 48x39x2. Yolande Ardissone (born June 6, 1927) is a French painter. Born in ...
Canvas, Oil
Fantasy with Flowers 69
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures) paper 59x42cm On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media. Flowers are a smile of ...
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper
$7,500
Original Painting on Panel Titled: "More Distractions” 49.25 x 64.75
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Born in Tallahasee Fl, William started his artistic career as a color consultant for his family's Design and Painting company that took on constant projects of custom painted interio...
Acrylic
Fantasy with Flowers 59
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures) paper 59x42cm On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media. Flowers are a smile of ...
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper
Black is Beautiful: Expressionist Oil and Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The central theme of "Black is Beautiful" revolves around the notion that true beauty transcends physical appearances and that baldness, especially in the context of African heritage...
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Always and Forever: Expressionist Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Always and Forever" is a captivating artwork that features a man and a woman, tenderly intertwined in an embrace that evokes a sense of timeless affection. The woman is positioned b...
Canvas, Acrylic
Fantasy with Flowers 47
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures) paper 59x42cm On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media. Flowers are a smile of ...
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper
Adventure Story 1
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Adventure Story" is a homage to the rich cultural traditions passed down through generations. The artwork's protagonist, a male hunter, stands as a representation of the deep-rooted connection between man and nature, as well as the preservation of traditional practices. The wooden local gun he carries symbolizes both the tools of his trade and the ancestral knowledge that has been handed down through time. Bello's artwork prompts us to appreciate the importance of preserving and honoring our cultural heritage. It serves as a reminder that our traditions, rituals, and stories hold invaluable wisdom and provide a link to our past, helping us understand who we are as individuals and as a collective. The central theme of "Adventure Story" revolves around the spirit of adventure, encapsulated by the hunter in the artwork. The headlamp tied around his head signifies his readiness to explore the unknown and face the challenges that lie ahead. It speaks of the courage to navigate unfamiliar territories and the determination to embrace new experiences. The headlamp, traditionally used to illuminate darkness, can also be interpreted metaphorically as a beacon of knowledge and enlightenment. It symbolizes the hunter's quest for wisdom and understanding, highlighting the importance of seeking knowledge as we venture into the uncharted territories of life. Olamilekan Bello...
Canvas, Acrylic