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The first decades of the 20th century were a period of artistic upheaval, with modern art movements including Cubism, Surrealism, Futurism and Dadaism questioning centuries of traditional views of what art should be. Using abstraction, experimental forms and interdisciplinary techniques, painters, sculptors, photographers, printmakers and performance artists all pushed the boundaries of creative expression.

Major exhibitions, like the 1913 Armory Show in New York City — also known as the “International Exhibition of Modern Art,” in which works like the radically angular Nude Descending a Staircase by Marcel Duchamp caused a sensation — challenged the perspective of viewers and critics and heralded the arrival of modern art in the United States. But the movement’s revolutionary spirit took shape in the 19th century.

The Industrial Revolution, which ushered in new technology and cultural conditions across the world, transformed art from something mostly commissioned by the wealthy or the church to work that responded to personal experiences. The Impressionist style emerged in 1860s France with artists like Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne and Edgar Degas quickly painting works that captured moments of light and urban life. Around the same time in England, the Pre-Raphaelites, like Edward Burne-Jones and Dante Gabriel Rossetti, borrowed from late medieval and early Renaissance art to imbue their art with symbolism and modern ideas of beauty.

Emerging from this disruption of the artistic status quo, modern art went further in rejecting conventions and embracing innovation. The bold legacy of leading modern artists Georges Braque, Pablo Picasso, Frida Kahlo, Salvador Dalí, Henri Matisse, Joan Miró, Marc Chagall, Piet Mondrian and many others continues to inform visual culture today.

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Style: Modern
Dufy (tariff free*), Sans titre, Les Côtes Normandes (after)
Dufy (tariff free*), Sans titre, Les Côtes Normandes (after)

Dufy (tariff free*), Sans titre, Les Côtes Normandes (after)

By Raoul Dufy

Located in Southampton, NY

Lithograph on grand vélin d'Arches spécial paper. Unsigned and unnumbered, as issued. Good condition with centerfold, as issued. Notes: From the folio, Les Côtes Normandes 1961. Publ...

Category

1960s Modern Art

Materials

Lithograph

La Vida es Sueño
La Vida es Sueño

La Vida es Sueño

By Salvador Dalí­

Located in OPOLE, PL

Salvador Dali (1904-1989) - La Vida es Sueño Portfolio of 18 etchings from 1975. Th edition of 256/265. Dimensions of work: 38 x 28 cm. Plate signed. Publisher: Graphik Europa A...

Category

1970s Modern Art

Materials

Etching

"Audrey Hepburn" by Bert Hardy

"Audrey Hepburn" by Bert Hardy

By Bert Hardy

Located in London, GB

"Audrey Hepburn" by Bert Hardy 1st May 1950: Belgian born actress Audrey Hepburn (1929 - 1993) leaning on an ornate urn in Kew Gardens. Original Publicatio...

Category

1950s Modern Art

Materials

Black and White

Set of 2 Bright Landscape Studies of 1960's British Modernist Drawings
Set of 2 Bright Landscape Studies of 1960's British Modernist Drawings

Set of 2 Bright Landscape Studies of 1960's British Modernist Drawings

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Set of Two Paired Studies 1960's British Modernist Drawing by Irina Hale (British 1932-2022) oil crayon drawings on light brown artist paper stuck on A4 artist paper, unframed overal...

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Art

Materials

Oil Crayon

36x48 "Star Wars" VHS Photo Photography Pop Art by Destro Unsigned
36x48 "Star Wars" VHS Photo Photography Pop Art by Destro Unsigned

36x48 "Star Wars" VHS Photo Photography Pop Art by Destro Unsigned

By Destro

Located in Los Angeles, CA

"The VHS" by pop Artist Destro. We all remember those iconic nights at the video store. Pop artist DESTRO once again encapsulates one of our favorite past times in a fine art con...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Art

Materials

Archival Pigment

Three Women
Three Women

Three Women

Located in San Francisco, CA

This artwork "Three Women" is an oil on canvas board by renown Turkish artist Ali Demir, 1931-2015. It is signed and dated at the lower right corner by the...

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Art

Materials

Oil

The Sundews - Lithograph by Vincenzo Tenore - 1870s

The Sundews - Lithograph by Vincenzo Tenore - 1870s

Located in Roma, IT

Lithograph hand watercolored. Plate from "Atlante di Botanica popolare ossia Illustrazione di Piante Notevoli di ogni famiglia" (Atlas of popular botany or illustration of notable p...

Category

19th Century Modern Art

Materials

Lithograph

Wassily Kandinsky, Untitled, from Derriere le Miroir, 1953 (after)
Wassily Kandinsky, Untitled, from Derriere le Miroir, 1953 (after)

Wassily Kandinsky, Untitled, from Derriere le Miroir, 1953 (after)

By Wassily Kandinsky

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph after Wassily Kandinsky (1866–1944), titled Sans Titre (Untitled), originates from the 1953 folio Derriere le Miroir, Nos. 60–61, published by Maeght Editeur, Paris, under the direction of Aime Maeght, and printed by Mourlot Freres, Paris. This plate pays homage to the artist’s groundbreaking geometric abstraction and his profound influence on postwar modernism. Through precise form and rhythmic structure, Sans Titre captures the musicality and spiritual dynamism that defined Kandinsky’s mature visual language, balancing intuitive movement with mathematical harmony. Executed on velin paper, this lithograph measures 15 x 11 inches (38.1 x 27.9 cm), as issued. Signed in the plate and unnumbered, as issued. The edition reflects the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of the Maeght and Mourlot collaborations, honoring Kandinsky’s legacy in fine art printing. Artwork Details: Artist: After Wassily Kandinsky (1866–1944) Title: Sans Titre (Untitled), from Derriere le Miroir, Nos. 60–61, 1953 Medium: Lithograph on velin paper Dimensions: 15 x 11 inches (38.1 x 27.9 cm), as issued Inscription: Signed in the plate and unnumbered, as issued Date: 1953 Publisher: Maeght Editeur, Paris Printer: Mourlot Freres, Paris Condition: Well preserved, consistent with age and medium Provenance: From the 1953 folio Derriere le Miroir, Nos. 60–61, published by Maeght Editeur, Paris About the Publication: Derriere le Miroir (translated as "Behind the Mirror") was an iconic French art periodical published from 1946 to 1982 by Maeght Editeur, one of the most influential art publishers of the 20th century. Founded by Aime Maeght in Paris, the publication was conceived as a visual and literary collaboration between leading modern artists, poets, and critics. Each issue functioned as both an exhibition catalogue and a work of art in itself—featuring original lithographs printed directly from the artists' stones or plates, alongside essays, poems, and critical commentary. Over the course of 36 years, Derriere le Miroir produced more than 250 issues and showcased an extraordinary roster of artists including Henri Matisse, Marc Chagall, Joan Miro, Georges Braque, Alexander Calder, Fernand Leger, Pierre Bonnard, Alberto Giacometti, Eduardo Chillida, Ellsworth Kelly, Francis Bacon, Paul Rebeyrolle, Claude Garache, Antoni Tapies, Bram van Velde, Pierre Alechinsky, Pol Bury, Shusaku Arakawa, and Gerard Titus-Carmel. Printed in the ateliers of Mourlot, Arte, and Imprimerie Moderne du Lion, the periodical set new standards for quality in color lithography, combining fine art printing with elegant typography and poetic text. Beyond its visual brilliance, Derriere le Miroir also became a cultural chronicle of postwar European modernism. Each issue coincided with exhibitions held at Galerie Maeght, providing a collectible and widely accessible record of groundbreaking shows. Its integration of image, text, and philosophy created a dialogue between art and literature that elevated the modern art book to new aesthetic heights. Today, Derriere le Miroir remains one of the most sought-after and historically significant art publications, prized by collectors and scholars alike for its craftsmanship, influence, and its role in defining the visual language of 20th-century modernism. The Maeght Foundation in Saint-Paul-de-Vence continues to honor this legacy through exhibitions and archival preservation of the series, affirming Derriere le Miroir's enduring place in the history of modern art and fine art publishing. About the Artist: Wassily Kandinsky (1866–1944) was a Russian-born painter, theorist, and pioneer of abstract art whose revolutionary vision transformed 20th-century modernism. Regarded as one of the first artists to create purely nonobjective paintings, Kandinsky sought to express inner emotion and spirituality through color, rhythm, and form, believing that art could evoke the same universal harmony as music. His groundbreaking theories on abstraction and the “spiritual in art” shaped the foundation of modern aesthetics and influenced generations of artists worldwide. Closely associated with the Bauhaus movement, he developed a dynamic visual language that combined geometry and lyricism, bridging intuition and intellect. Kandinsky’s legacy resonates alongside the innovations of Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Alexander Calder, Georges Braque, Marc Chagall, Alberto Giacometti, Salvador Dali, Joan Miro, Marcel Duchamp, and Man Ray—artists who, like him, redefined the possibilities of modern art. His works are represented in the world’s leading museums, including MoMA, the Guggenheim, the Centre Pompidou, and the Tate, and remain among the most coveted by collectors globally. The highest price ever paid for a Wassily Kandinsky artwork is approximately $45.6 million USD, achieved in 2017 at Christie’s London for Bild mit weissen Linien (Painting with White Lines) (1913). Wassily Kandinsky Sans Titre, Kandinsky Derriere le Miroir, Kandinsky Maeght Editeur Paris, Kandinsky Mourlot Freres, Kandinsky 1953 edition, Kandinsky lithograph...

Category

1950s Modern Art

Materials

Lithograph

Portrait of a Young Woman
Portrait of a Young Woman

Portrait of a Young Woman

Located in London, GB

'Portrait of a Young Woman', oil on board, by Anna Costa (circa 1960s). This is a beautiful, expressive portrait of a young woman painted by the artist using her trademark vibrant c...

Category

1960s Modern Art

Materials

Oil, Board

Portrait (Untitled)

Portrait (Untitled)

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Portrait (Untitled), c. mid 1930s, hammered copper, 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches Beryl McCarthy Wynnyk was a California-based painter, sculptor, and craftsperson. She studied at the Califo...

Category

1930s Modern Art

Materials

Copper

Signed Antique American Modernist Watermelon Still Life Framed Oil Painting
Signed Antique American Modernist Watermelon Still Life Framed Oil Painting

Signed Antique American Modernist Watermelon Still Life Framed Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique American school modernist watermelon still life pastel painting. Pastel on paper. Signed. Framed. Measuring 18 by 22 inches overall and 16 by 20 painting alone.

Category

1940s Modern Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Nude - Original Drawing In Pencil by Jacques Arland - 1920
Nude - Original Drawing In Pencil by Jacques Arland - 1920

Nude - Original Drawing In Pencil by Jacques Arland - 1920

Located in Roma, IT

Nude is an original drawing in pencil on paper realized in 1920 ca. by Jacques Arland. With the stamp of the artist on the lower left" Jacques Arland". The state of preservation is...

Category

1920s Modern Art

Materials

Pencil

Flowers in Vase French Modernist Signed & Framed Oil Painting on Canvas
Flowers in Vase French Modernist Signed & Framed Oil Painting on Canvas

Flowers in Vase French Modernist Signed & Framed Oil Painting on Canvas

By Huguette Ginet-Lasnier

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Still Life of Flowers Huguette Ginet-Lasnier (French 1927-2020) signed and inscribed verso framed oil painting on canvas framed: 20 x 17 inches canvas: 16 x 13 inches. All the painti...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Hummingbird
Hummingbird

Hummingbird

Located in Zofingen, AG

This painting captures that fleeting moment when the world goes silent, and only the heart remains — hearing more than words ever could. A little girl has paused in the middle of a b...

Category

2010s Modern Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Vintage American Modernist Framed Landscape Signed Fall River Scene Oil Painting
Vintage American Modernist Framed Landscape Signed Fall River Scene Oil Painting

Vintage American Modernist Framed Landscape Signed Fall River Scene Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Vintage American modernist landscape oil painting. Oil on board. Signed. Framed. Provenance from a Sag Harbor, NY collection. Handsomely framed in a wood molding. Excellent conditio...

Category

1980s Modern Art

Materials

Oil, Board

Cortland Street
Cortland Street

Cortland Street

Located in Middletown, NY

Etching with drypoint on antique handmade laid Japon paper, 12 7/8 x 7 1/2 (327 x 191 mm); sheet 15 5/16 x 10 7/16 (389 x 265 mm), full margins. Signed in pencil in the lower margin....

Category

Early 20th Century Modern Art

Materials

Drypoint, Etching

Dining - Pencil Drawing by Paul Emile Colin - 1924

Dining - Pencil Drawing by Paul Emile Colin - 1924

Located in Roma, IT

Dining is a drawing realized by Paul Emile Colin in 1924. Carbon Pencil on ivory-colored paper Good conditions with slight foxing. The artwork is realized through deft expressive ...

Category

1920s Modern Art

Materials

Pencil

Zermatt Skiing, 1968
Zermatt Skiing, 1968

Zermatt Skiing, 1968

By Slim Aarons

Located in New York, NY

Skiers in Zermatt, Switzerland, March 1968. Slim Aarons Zermatt Skiing 1968 C print (Printed later) Estate signature stamped and hand numbered edition of 150 with certificate of au...

Category

1960s Modern Art

Materials

C Print

Fleurs
Fleurs

Fleurs

By Pablo Picasso

Located in PARIS, FR

• An authenticated work This work is authenticated by Paloma Ruiz Picasso and Diana Widmaier Ruiz Picasso, who issued a certificate of authenticity on October 7, 2024. • A dated wor...

Category

1950s Modern Art

Materials

Ceramic

Le Lapin Domestique - Etching by Jacques De sève - 1771
Le Lapin Domestique - Etching by Jacques De sève - 1771

Le Lapin Domestique - Etching by Jacques De sève - 1771

Located in Roma, IT

Le Lapin Domestique is an artwork realized  by Jacques de Seve in 1771.   Etching B./W. print  on ivory paper. Signed on  plate on the lower left margin. The work is glued on cardb...

Category

1770s Modern Art

Materials

Etching

Full Cry  - Etching by  Henry Alke - 1846

Full Cry - Etching by Henry Alke - 1846

By Henry Alken

Located in Roma, IT

Etching and aquatint realized by Henry Alken in 1846. Plate from "The Analysis of the Hunting Field". Very good condition. Henry Alken (1765-1851) was en english painter and engrav...

Category

Mid-19th Century Modern Art

Materials

Etching

Saraswati, Figurative, Mythology by Raja Ravi Verma "In Stock"

Saraswati, Figurative, Mythology by Raja Ravi Verma "In Stock"

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Raja Ravi Varma - Laxmi, 19 x 14 inches Oleograph with embellishments, Circa (Unframed & Delivered) Raja Ravi Varma (29 April 1848 – 2 October 1906) was an Indian painter and artist...

Category

1890s Modern Art

Materials

Paper, Mixed Media

Vintage American School Coastal Seascape Trompe L'Oeil Modernist Oil Painting
Vintage American School Coastal Seascape Trompe L'Oeil Modernist Oil Painting

Vintage American School Coastal Seascape Trompe L'Oeil Modernist Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Indulge in a journey to the vibrant and nostalgic era of the 1970s with our vintage original oil painting—a mesmerizing modernist beach interior scene, capturing the essence of sandy...

Category

1970s Modern Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Japanese Print, White-billed Pie - Signed Woodcut
Japanese Print, White-billed Pie - Signed Woodcut

Japanese Print, White-billed Pie - Signed Woodcut

Located in Paris, IDF

Mokuchu URUSHIBARA White-billed Pie, c. 1930 Woodcut after on an ink drawing Signed with the artist's stamp On paper 32 x 26.5 cm (c. 12.59 x 10.23 in) INFORMATION : Engraving pub...

Category

1930s Modern Art

Materials

Woodcut

"Couple At Party" by Thurston Hopkins

"Couple At Party" by Thurston Hopkins

By Thurston Hopkins

Located in London, GB

"Couple At Party" by Thurston Hopkins A debutante at a 'Coming-Out Ball' for British actress Anna Massey in Highgate, north London. Picture Post - 7881 - A Deb Among the Stags - pub...

Category

1970s Modern Art

Materials

Black and White

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