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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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Style: Expressionist
Woman - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, African Woman on Red Hat
Woman - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, African Woman on Red Hat

Woman - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, African Woman on Red Hat

By Ayandare Adeniran Ayanmuyiwa

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

Dancer in Red - Large Colorful Expressive Figurative Oil Painting on Canvas
Dancer in Red - Large Colorful Expressive Figurative Oil Painting on Canvas

Dancer in Red - Large Colorful Expressive Figurative Oil Painting on Canvas

By Bettina Mauel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bettina Mauel expresses vitality and sensuality in her abstract and figurative paintings. “I paint what I experience,” she articulates. “This includes landscapes, dancers, and peop...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Color-Field Landscape, Les Champs VI
Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Color-Field Landscape, Les Champs VI

Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Color-Field Landscape, Les Champs VI

By Christian Manoury

Located in Cotignac, FR

A contemporary Abstract Expressionist Color-Field acrylic on canvas by French artist, Christian Manoury. Signed to the back of the canvas. Inspired by the wonderful countryside surr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art

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Paper, Acrylic

Large-Scale Modern Argyle Abstract Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Large-Scale Modern Argyle Abstract Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

Large-Scale Modern Argyle Abstract Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

By D.S. Silver

Located in Soquel, CA

Whimsical large-scale abstract presenting a modernist take on old-fashioned argyle shapes with contemporary color palate by D.S. Silver (American, 20th Century), a San Francisco, Cal...

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1980s Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Sunset over the Sea, French Expressionist Original Painting
Sunset over the Sea, French Expressionist Original Painting

Sunset over the Sea, French Expressionist Original Painting

By Akos Biro

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

AKOS BIRO (HUNGARIAN 1911-2002) watercolor/gouache size: 7.75 x 11 inches Beautifully colorful, original painting by the very popular and highly regarded Hungarian/ French painter, ...

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Late 20th Century Expressionist Art

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Acrylic

Wura (Gold) - 21st Century, Expressionist, Figurative Nude Portrait, Oil, Women
Wura (Gold) - 21st Century, Expressionist, Figurative Nude Portrait, Oil, Women

Wura (Gold) - 21st Century, Expressionist, Figurative Nude Portrait, Oil, Women

By Sayeed Momoh

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. About Artist Sayeed...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

Ian Hornak, Expressionist Floral Bouquet, circa 1963
Ian Hornak, Expressionist Floral Bouquet, circa 1963

Ian Hornak, Expressionist Floral Bouquet, circa 1963

By Ian Hornak

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Ian Hornak (1944–2002) Title: Expressionist Floral Bouquet Year: circa 1963 Medium: Watercolor on wove paper Paper size: 29.5 x 21 inches (74.93 x 53.34 cm) Condition: Well p...

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1960s Expressionist Art

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Watercolor

Unfurling the Past - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Oil, Women
Unfurling the Past - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Oil, Women

Unfurling the Past - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Oil, Women

By Afolayan Emmanuel

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

Ian Hornak, Abstract Floral Still Life, circa 1963
Ian Hornak, Abstract Floral Still Life, circa 1963

Ian Hornak, Abstract Floral Still Life, circa 1963

By Ian Hornak

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Ian Hornak (1944–2002) Title: Abstract Floral Still Life Year: circa 1963 Medium: Watercolor on wove paper Paper size: 21 x 29.5 inches (53.34 x 74.93 cm) Condition: Well pre...

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1960s Expressionist Art

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Watercolor

Ian Hornak, Abstract Floral Arrangement, circa 1963
Ian Hornak, Abstract Floral Arrangement, circa 1963

Ian Hornak, Abstract Floral Arrangement, circa 1963

By Ian Hornak

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Ian Hornak (1944–2002) Title: Abstract Floral Arrangement Year: circa 1963 Medium: Watercolor on wove paper Paper size: 21 x 29.5 inches (53.34 x 74.93 cm) Condition: Well pr...

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1960s Expressionist Art

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Watercolor

Ian Hornak, Abstract Floral Composition, circa 1963
Ian Hornak, Abstract Floral Composition, circa 1963

Ian Hornak, Abstract Floral Composition, circa 1963

By Ian Hornak

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Ian Hornak (1944–2002) Title: Abstract Floral Composition Year: circa 1963 Medium: Watercolor on wove paper Paper size: 21 x 29.5 inches (53.34 x 74.93 cm) Condition: Well pr...

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1960s Expressionist Art

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Watercolor

Irises on Gold
Irises on Gold

Irises on Gold

Located in Zofingen, AG

In this painting, I merged the vibrancy of irises with a radiant gold background, capturing a blend of Impressionism and Realism. Using acrylics and oils, I wanted to evoke a sense o...

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2010s Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Life Lessons by Rachael Dalzell.   Acrylic on canvas with tray frame
Life Lessons by Rachael Dalzell.   Acrylic on canvas with tray frame

Life Lessons by Rachael Dalzell. Acrylic on canvas with tray frame

By Rachael Dalzell

Located in Coltishall, GB

Young Buddhist monks awaiting lessons. Rachael’s free, expressive use of paint give energy and life to her work. She spent time in Ladakh in the Indian Himalaya and produced a serie...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

Crucifixion, 20th Century Figural Expressionist Artist
Crucifixion, 20th Century Figural Expressionist Artist

Crucifixion, 20th Century Figural Expressionist Artist

By Robert Carroll

Located in Beachwood, OH

Robert Carroll (American, 1934-2016) Crucifixion Oil on paper Signed lower right 19.5 x 13.5 inches 25.25 x 19.5 inches, framed Robert Carroll was an American artist born in 1934. ...

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Late 20th Century Expressionist Art

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Oil

Lady in red
Lady in red

Lady in red

By Elena Lukina

Located in Zofingen, AG

In creating this piece, I poured my soul into the vibrant dance of colors and emotions, crafting a vision inspired by the grace and mystery of the figure. The red speaks of passion a...

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2010s Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil, Cardboard, Giclée

Cultural Fusion -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Women art
Cultural Fusion -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Women art

Cultural Fusion -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Women art

By Godfrey Chukwuebuka

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, two young individuals proudly stand in their neon-hued attire a testament to their Igbo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Neon Light, Acrylic

Abstract Expressionist Composition with Electric Blue, Yellow, & Black
Abstract Expressionist Composition with Electric Blue, Yellow, & Black

Abstract Expressionist Composition with Electric Blue, Yellow, & Black

Located in Soquel, CA

Textured and energetic abstract expressionist composition with electric blue, yellow, and black, by an unknown artist. Signed and dated "Carol 98" in the lower left corner. Unframed,...

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1990s Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

La Princesse et le Bouffon
La Princesse et le Bouffon

La Princesse et le Bouffon

By Théo Tobiasse

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist: Theo Tobiasse (French/Israeli, 1927-2012) Title: La Princesse et le Bouffon Year: 1978 Medium: Color lithograph Edition: Numbered 60/175 in pencil Paper: Wove Image siz...

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Mid-20th Century Expressionist Art

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Lithograph

Expressionist Acrylic Painting on Paper, 21st Century, Unframed
Expressionist Acrylic Painting on Paper, 21st Century, Unframed

Expressionist Acrylic Painting on Paper, 21st Century, Unframed

By Bright Toh

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Art has the power to express and convey complex ideas, emotions, and messages. One such artwork that has captured the attention of many is "Inside on Paper," a bright and colorful piece featuring a young man squatting in a relaxed position with one of his legs on a newspaper with the head of a monkey. The artwork depicts a young man in a relaxed posture, with one leg resting on a newspaper. The vibrant colors and bold lines give the artwork a dynamic and energetic feel. The man's expression is calm and meditative, inviting the viewer to take a moment to pause and reflect. However, upon closer inspection, the artwork reveals itself to be more than just a relaxed pose. This juxtaposition of the human form with the head of a monkey represents the interconnectedness of all living beings. The title of the artwork, "Inside on Paper," suggests that the man is reading or reflecting on the news printed in the newspaper. This is a commentary on the importance of being informed and aware of the world around us. The monkey's head symbolizes the impact that human actions have on the natural world and the importance of taking responsibility for our impact on the environment. The bright colors used in the artwork also carry significance. The vibrant hues of blue, orange, and yellow evoke a sense of joy and vitality, creating a whimsical and playful atmosphere. The use of color and pattern is also a nod to the rich cultural traditions of the artist's homeland, imbuing the piece with a sense of cultural identity and heritage. In conclusion, "Inside on Paper" is a remarkable piece of art that conveys a deep sense of interconnectedness and the importance of being informed and aware of the world around us. Through its use of animal and human forms, it celebrates the interconnectedness of all living beings and encourages us to take responsibility for our impact on the environment. As such, it is a masterpiece that is sure to captivate and inspire art lovers for generations to come. Bright Toh work portrays the exquisite synergy that exists between the evolving African man, wildlife, and their common environment, through the possession of totems as a liaison to his ancestries, which is a core aspect of his identity and cultural heritage. 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 Born on the 6th of August 1994 in Buea, Bright Toh holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Buea. Notwithstanding his Engineering academic background, Toh is a self-taught visual artist. Bright Toh is a visual artist with artistry portraying the exquisite synergy that exists between the evolving African man, wildlife, and their common environment, through the possession of totems as a liaison to his ancestries, which is a core aspect of his identity and cultural heritage. He is a 2022 ‘Last Picture Show’ Lagos Edition (Collective exhibition) Participant. He also won the UNHCR Global Youth With Refugee Art...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

Biblical Prophet Etching American Modernist WPA Artist
Biblical Prophet Etching American Modernist WPA Artist

Biblical Prophet Etching American Modernist WPA Artist

By Ben-Zion Weinman

Located in Surfside, FL

Born in 1897, Ben-Zion Weinman celebrated his European Jewish heritage in his visual works as a sculptor, painter, and printmaker. Influenced by Spinoza, Knut Hamsun, and Wladyslaw R...

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Mid-20th Century Expressionist Art

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Etching

Summer, sea, beach
Summer, sea, beach

Summer, sea, beach

By Elena Lukina

Located in Zofingen, AG

In this oil painting, I've captured a serene moment where tranquility and the vast expanse of the sea converge. The subject's contemplative pose, her gaze cast towards the shimmering...

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2010s Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Gladiolus 2
Gladiolus 2

Gladiolus 2

Located in Zofingen, AG

"Gladiolus 2" captures the passionate spirit of blooming gladiolus. Fiery reds and glowing yellows express movement and vitality. The artist's bold, impressionistic strokes blend the...

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2010s Expressionist Art

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Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper

"Blue nude" 1953 Oil cm. 50 x 60
"Blue nude" 1953 Oil cm. 50 x 60

"Blue nude" 1953 Oil cm. 50 x 60

By Edgardo Corbelli

Located in Torino, IT

Blue Nude, 1953 Oil on canvas Signed and dated upper right Edgardo CORBELLI (Turin, 1918 - 1989) From the traditional composition of the 1930s, the painting of Corbelli leads to tec...

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1950s Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

Fantasy with Flowers 20
Fantasy with Flowers 20

Fantasy with Flowers 20

Located in Zofingen, AG

"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures)   paper 58x41cm  On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media. Flowers are a smile of ...

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2010s Expressionist Art

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Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper

Girl from Gombe: Expressionist Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Girl from Gombe: Expressionist Acrylic Painting on Canvas

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

Peace and Tranquility: Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
Peace and Tranquility: Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas

Peace and Tranquility: Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas

By Joshua Salami

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 Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

Peace and Tranquility 2: Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
Peace and Tranquility 2: Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas

Peace and Tranquility 2: Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas

By Joshua Salami

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. Abou...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

Mere Biblique
Mere Biblique

Mere Biblique

By Théo Tobiasse

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist: Theo Tobiasse (French/Israeli, 1927-2012) Title: Mere Biblique Year: 1984 Medium: Color lithograph, with collage Edition: Numbered 172/175 in pencil Paper: Arches Image...

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Mid-20th Century Expressionist Art

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Lithograph

Dreamscape, Oil Painting
Dreamscape, Oil Painting

Dreamscape, Oil Painting

By Gary Leonard

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
This painting features a woman as the central subject, depicted with bold textures and spontaneous brushstrokes. Her white dress against the deep blue backgro...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Art

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Oil

Still Life with Chess  (30% OFF LIST PRICE - LIMITED TIME ONLY)

Still Life with Chess (30% OFF LIST PRICE - LIMITED TIME ONLY)

By Daniel Brennan

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...

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1960s Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Paint, Oil

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Find a wide variety of authentic Expressionist 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 orange, blue, purple, green and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Iryna Kastsova, George Grosz, Stephen Basso, and Marc Chagall. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Oil 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 Expressionist art, so small editions measuring 1 inches across are also available.