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Neo-Expressionist Art

NEO-EXPRESSIONIST STYLE

A resurgence of interest in Expressionism, Pop art, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism and other movements gained steam among artists of the 1970s and ’80s, in part as a reaction to the austerity of the prevailing minimalism and Conceptual art of the era. A decadent, bold and brash art style called Neo-Expressionism saw painters returning to figural representation, creating highly textured works that were imbued with intensely personal narratives.

Neo-Expressionist paintings are sensuous in nature and highly subjective in meaning. Expressive brushwork, highly pigmented colors and layered forms and materials lent sculptural attributes to the work and were used to depict symbolic narratives from history, mythology and the artist’s personal experience. 

Prominent figures such as Jean-Michel Basquiat led the Neo-Expressionist movement in the United States with paintings and prints that were raw, emotional and often violent in nature. In Germany, Die Neuen Wilden (the “New Fauves”) was the name given to a group of postwar artists that included the likes of sculptor Georg Baselitz and Gerhard Richter, a painter and photographer who explored the possibilities of both abstraction and realism, sometimes in a single piece. The work of the New Fauves — labeled as such for its return to Fauvism’s textured brushwork and use of vibrant colors — shares commonalities with Neo-Expressionism, and Baselitz was a pioneer of the movement in Europe. In addition, Willem de Kooning’s pulsating action paintings and Julian Schnabel’s experimentation with the materiality of paintings also took shape during this period.

“I was trying to make paintings different from the paintings that I saw a lot of at the time, which were mostly minimal, and they were highbrow and alienating, and I wanted to make very direct paintings that most people would feel the emotion behind when they saw them,” said Basquiat. 

Neo-Expressionism generated some polarizing opinions, with some celebrating the revival of personal subjectivity in art while others criticizing the movement for being too commercially driven and nostalgic. But most experts agree that Neo-Expressionism was a huge commercial success and culturally impactful, paving the way for the postmodern work of artists like Richter and Sigmar Polke

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Style: Neo-Expressionist
'King of Farts' original ceramic vase and relief signed by Michael Gross
'King of Farts' original ceramic vase and relief signed by Michael Gross

'King of Farts' original ceramic vase and relief signed by Michael Gross

By Michael Gross

Located in Milwaukee, WI

The ceramic sculptures of Wisconsin artist Michael Gross are personal narratives that reveal an unusual mix of earthly magic and primal vitality. The artist works in a variety of forms, including figurines, large vessels and furniture. The present vase is among the top tier of his works from the 1980s, showing multiple playful figures in relief around the vessel. In his Neo-Expressionist style, hearkening to the works of Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat, the figures are colored in painterly polychrome. Also, not unlike the painted narrative vessels of Ancient Greece, though much more subversive, many of the figures and stories are identified with text: 'King of Fart,' 'Dance Little Sister,' 'Girls for Every Boy,' and 'Beach Boy.' 22 x 13 x 12 inches overall Signed 'Gross' near base Dated 1986 near upper rim SELECTED COLLECTIONS INCLUDING WORKS BY GROSS: Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C.; Sharon Lynne Wilson...

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1980s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Ceramic

Untitled_Body on the Field #6
Untitled_Body on the Field #6

Untitled_Body on the Field #6

By Zsolt Berszán

Located in Baden-Baden, DE

Untitled_Body on the Field #6, 2022 coloured pencils on paper 39 3/8 H x 27 9/16 W inches 100 H x 70 W cm Signed on reverse Zsolt Berszán embodies in his works the dissolution of t...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Paper, Color Pencil

Untitled_Body on the Field #7
Untitled_Body on the Field #7

Untitled_Body on the Field #7

By Zsolt Berszán

Located in Baden-Baden, DE

Untitled_Body on the Field #7, 2022 coloured pencils on paper 39 3/8 H x 27 9/16 W inches 100 H x 70 W cm Signed on reverse Zsolt Berszán embodies in his works the dissolution of t...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Paper, Color Pencil

Modernist Watercolor Painting Peter Goldman American Filmmaker Neo Expressionist
Modernist Watercolor Painting Peter Goldman American Filmmaker Neo Expressionist

Modernist Watercolor Painting Peter Goldman American Filmmaker Neo Expressionist

By Peter Emanuel Goldman

Located in Surfside, FL

Poetry piece. Based on poem or song. Washington Square New York Watercolor painting hand signed by Peter Emanuel Goldman. Legendary French American Film Auteur, These are recently p...

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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

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Paper, Watercolor

Untitled_Body on the Field #1 - 21st Century, Green, Blue, Sky, Contemporary
Untitled_Body on the Field #1 - 21st Century, Green, Blue, Sky, Contemporary

Untitled_Body on the Field #1 - 21st Century, Green, Blue, Sky, Contemporary

By Zsolt Berszán

Located in Baden-Baden, DE

Untitled_Body on the Field #1, 2022 coloured pencils on paper 39 3/8 H x 27 9/16 W inches 100 H x 70 W cm Signed on reverse Zsolt Berszán embodies in his works the dissolution of th...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Paper, Color Pencil

Three Good Men - Basquiat Inspired Figurative Colorful Original Art on Canvas
Three Good Men - Basquiat Inspired Figurative Colorful Original Art on Canvas

Three Good Men - Basquiat Inspired Figurative Colorful Original Art on Canvas

By Soren Grau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expressionist style inspired by artists such as Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Grau's work engages the viewer with color and symbolism, inviting each person to unscramble the mystery behind his paintings. He explores social commentary and individuality using bold colors and emotive lines. This 24-inch high by 24-inch wide painting is stretched, wired, and ready to hang. The sides of this original mixed-media artwork are painted and it does not require framing. It is signed by the artist on the front lower right corner and the back. Affordable Continental U.S. and International shipping available. A certificate of authenticity issued by the art gallery is included. Soren Grau is an artist from Denmark who has lived in Los Angeles for the past 12 years. Each of his artworks convey both personal meaning and ambiguity, to be interpreted differently by each person. His cultural commentary runs parallel to our social consciousness. The pure pleasure of creating is the driving force behind his painting. He believes that art need not be complicated, and that art is for everyone. “Whatever an artist does, they put a piece of their soul into the artwork,” explains Grau. “In that way you can show who you really are...

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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Celebrating Life - Colorful Stick Figure Pop Art
Celebrating Life - Colorful Stick Figure Pop Art

Celebrating Life - Colorful Stick Figure Pop Art

By Soren Grau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a stre...

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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

WARRIORS OF LIGHT
WARRIORS OF LIGHT

WARRIORS OF LIGHT

Located in CÓRDOBA, ES

Original art by DARIA KUSTO The magic flow reality.. Acrylic on canvas Shipped From Spain.

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

"Dog and Kitty Go for a Ride" by Spowart - Colorful Yellow Animal Abstract
"Dog and Kitty Go for a Ride" by Spowart - Colorful Yellow Animal Abstract

"Dog and Kitty Go for a Ride" by Spowart - Colorful Yellow Animal Abstract

Located in Carmel, CA

Lesley Anne Spowart (American, born 1957) "Dog and Kitty Go for a Ride" 2021 Acrylic Paint, Mixed Media, Wood Panel, Wood The artist signed the bottom left and the back of the painti...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Paper, Wood Panel, Acrylic, Mixed Media, Wood

Circle Jerks
Circle Jerks

Circle Jerks

By Ford Crull

Located in Brooklyn, NY

“It is terrifying to paint. When you start out, you are faced with this great unknown. And you think, am I ever going to paint again? Yet, as you work, it starts to formulate itsel...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mannequin
Mannequin

Mannequin

By Soren Grau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...

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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Welcoming II
Welcoming II

Welcoming II

By Soren Grau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...

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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Philippe Cognee Carved Painting  Expressionist Wood Relief Sculpture African Art
Philippe Cognee Carved Painting  Expressionist Wood Relief Sculpture African Art

Philippe Cognee Carved Painting Expressionist Wood Relief Sculpture African Art

Located in Surfside, FL

Roughly hewn and painted, carved wooden sculpture. Hand signed and dated. Provenance Richard Gray Gallery, Chicago, Illinois, (accompanied with copy of original invoice dated 1986.) This was from his show Out of Africa. Expressionist paintings and carved reliefs at the Richard Gray Gallery, Chicago His first one-man exhibition in the United States, the show featured multidimensional and multi-media work with influences from Africa and nature. Philippe Cognée...

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1980s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Wood, Oil

Landscape 126 by Jean Krille - Oil on masonite 81x60.5 cm
Landscape 126 by Jean Krille - Oil on masonite 81x60.5 cm

Landscape 126 by Jean Krille - Oil on masonite 81x60.5 cm

By Jean Krille

Located in Geneva, CH

Jean Krillé’s paintings are known for their expressive use of color and dynamic, abstract forms, blending realism with abstraction in his depictions of nature. His landscapes often f...

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Late 20th Century Neo-Expressionist Art

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Masonite, Oil

Hipster Fishing
Hipster Fishing

Hipster Fishing

By Soren Grau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...

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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Urban Flowers 3
Urban Flowers 3

Urban Flowers 3

By Soren Grau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Whatever 3
Whatever 3

Whatever 3

By Soren Grau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...

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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Salvation!
Salvation!

Matthew MarcotSalvation!, 2023

$7,600Sale Price|20% Off

Salvation!

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Matthew Marcot is an American, self-taught artist specializing in Abstract and Neo-Expressionism, and primary mediums are semiotics and collage. An underlying theme in Marcot’s work ...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

MEMORIES OF SUMMER
MEMORIES OF SUMMER

MEMORIES OF SUMMER

By Daria Kusto

Located in CÓRDOBA, ES

Acrylic, ink on watercolour paper. Original art by Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Permanent Marker

HONEY
HONEY

HONEY

By Daria Kusto

Located in CÓRDOBA, ES

Mixed media on watercolour paper. by artist Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker

SUNNY AND FUNNY
SUNNY AND FUNNY

Daria KustoSUNNY AND FUNNY, 2023

$144Sale Price|36% Off

SUNNY AND FUNNY

By Daria Kusto

Located in CÓRDOBA, ES

Acrylic ,ink on watercolor paper Original art by Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker

EMOTIONS
EMOTIONS

EMOTIONS

By Daria Kusto

Located in CÓRDOBA, ES

Oil pastel on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work of any technique, style and size, cont...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker

EMOTIONS
EMOTIONS

EMOTIONS

By Daria Kusto

Located in CÓRDOBA, ES

Oil pastel on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work of any technique, style and size, cont...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Permanent Marker

100 Percent
100 Percent

100 Percent

By Soren Grau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

GROWING TOGETHER
GROWING TOGETHER

Daria KustoGROWING TOGETHER, 2023

$137Sale Price|40% Off

GROWING TOGETHER

By Daria Kusto

Located in CÓRDOBA, ES

Markers on paper. by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Permanent Marker

"Janus". Contemporary Figurative Painting
"Janus". Contemporary Figurative Painting

"Janus". Contemporary Figurative Painting

By Sax Berlin

Located in Brecon, Powys

Janus presided over the beginning and ending of conflicts, hence war and peace. The gates of the Temple of Janus in Rome were opened in times of war and closed to mark the arrival of...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

"Little Miss" by L. A. Spowart - Small Bright Neo-Figurative Abstract Painting
"Little Miss" by L. A. Spowart - Small Bright Neo-Figurative Abstract Painting

"Little Miss" by L. A. Spowart - Small Bright Neo-Figurative Abstract Painting

Located in Carmel, CA

Lesley Anne Spowart (American, born 1957) "Little Miss" 2023 Acrylic Paint, Mixed Media, Wood Panel, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right and back of the painting. "Lit...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel, Stretcher Bars

"Oath"- Neo Expressionist Painting on Canvas
"Oath"- Neo Expressionist Painting on Canvas

"Oath"- Neo Expressionist Painting on Canvas

By Ford Crull

Located in Brooklyn, NY

“It is terrifying to paint. When you start out, you are faced with this great unknown. And you think, am I ever going to paint again? Yet, as you work, it starts to formulate itself....

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Enamel

My Culture and My Beauty 1
My Culture and My Beauty 1

My Culture and My Beauty 1

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

In the evocative artwork "My Culture and My Beauty," Loje Oluwaseun masterfully encapsulates the essence of beauty within the rich tapestry of tradition...

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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

LOVE AROUND
LOVE AROUND

Daria KustoLOVE AROUND, 2023

$144Sale Price|50% Off

LOVE AROUND

By Daria Kusto

Located in CÓRDOBA, ES

Pastel, markers, ink on paper, varnish. Original art by Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Permanent Marker

Hipster Games - Original Basquiat Style Figurative Painting
Hipster Games - Original Basquiat Style Figurative Painting

Hipster Games - Original Basquiat Style Figurative Painting

By Soren Grau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With cultural icons and world events acting as inspiration, artist Soren Grau strives to communicate meaning through figures and colors. He paints in a street art-inspired Neo-expres...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

"Canine Kaleidoscope" by L. A. Spowart - Vibrant Blue Neo Expressionist of Dogs
"Canine Kaleidoscope" by L. A. Spowart - Vibrant Blue Neo Expressionist of Dogs

"Canine Kaleidoscope" by L. A. Spowart - Vibrant Blue Neo Expressionist of Dogs

Located in Carmel, CA

Lesley Anne Spowart (American, born 1957) "Canine Kaleidoscope" 2024 Acrylic paint, Glue, Paper, Collage, Mixed Media, Wood Panel The artist signed the bottom right and back of the p...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Paper, Glue, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel, Pencil

DREAMS OF THE GOLDEN SNAKE
DREAMS OF THE GOLDEN SNAKE

DREAMS OF THE GOLDEN SNAKE

Located in CÓRDOBA, ES

Original art by DARIA KUSTO The magic flow reality.. Acrylic on canvas Shipped From Spain.

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Acrylic

Ilori 2 (Heavy)
Ilori 2 (Heavy)

Janet AdebayoIlori 2 (Heavy), 2022

$1,592Sale Price|20% Off

Ilori 2 (Heavy)

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

The title itself, "ÌLÒRÍ," holds a special meaning, as the artist reveals it is a name given to a child who finds its way into their mother's belly while she is still breastfeeding another child. This unique and touching term encapsulates the interconnectedness of life, illustrating how love and new beginnings can emerge even in the midst of existing responsibilities. Adebayo's artwork appears to be a reflection on her personal journey and the story of her birth. She shares how her mother affectionately calls her "ÌLÒRÍ" and playfully recounts the amusing moments when she questions her conception. The artist playfully suggests that she jokingly implores her mother to use protection, a humorous remark that adds a light-hearted touch to the piece. The openness and candor with which Adebayo communicates her personal story add authenticity and vulnerability to the artwork, drawing viewers into her emotional world. The central theme of the artwork revolves around family, particularly the artist's late brother who was just nine months old at the time of her conception. Through her words, "I Miss you bro and happy mother's month. Your struggle is noticed," Adebayo honors her sibling's memory and acknowledges the sacrifices her mother made as a parent. The metaphorical use of the phrase "coconut head" suggests a sense of stubbornness, perhaps referring to the artist's own determination to enter this world despite the odds. This resilient spirit symbolizes the strength of the human will and the innate desire to live, even against all odds. It is a testament to the power of life and the profound connection between siblings, even those who have never met. "ÌLÒRÍ" is more than just a visual artwork; it is a story of life, love, and the unbreakable ties that bind families together. Janet Adebayo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

NEURAL CONNECTIONS
NEURAL CONNECTIONS

NEURAL CONNECTIONS

Located in CÓRDOBA, ES

Original art by DARIA KUSTO The magic flow reality.. Acrylic on canvas Shipped From Spain.

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Acrylic

Landscape n°86 by Jean Krillé - Oil on canvas 50x60 cm
Landscape n°86 by Jean Krillé - Oil on canvas 50x60 cm

Landscape n°86 by Jean Krillé - Oil on canvas 50x60 cm

By Jean Krille

Located in Geneva, CH

Oil on canvas sold without frame Jean Krillé is a Swiss artist from Geneva, recognized for his significant contributions to contemporary art. Born in the 20th century, Krillé gaine...

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1980s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Oil

Blue Scarf That Binds
Blue Scarf That Binds

Blue Scarf That Binds

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

This expansive blue sky we all share is a global symbol of togetherness. It was set in motion by a group of women in Afghanistan ready to be heard. In 2008, a small group of brave women from a group called RAWA” gathered in war-torn Khandahar wearing a blue scarf to publicly pray for peace and justice in Afghanistan. A surprising 1500 more brave women joined to begin the Blue Scarf movement. In 2009, thousands more women joined the movement with organizing help from Unifem. With this peaceful hike, a global movement was born, blue scarves...

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Early 2000s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic, Polymer

Figurehead
Figurehead

Omoayo George OsobaFigurehead, 2022

$4,000Sale Price|20% Off

Figurehead

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

In the days when every seaport had its figurehead to show, this same day calls for free, I must go save these countrymen, my honorable crew if they still breathe. I must sail deep down north again, with strong men and skillful hands. All I ask this day is dread naught and a star to steer her as the people blare for salvaging; And all I ask again is a windy day and a friendly storm at night, And a sweet dream with my shipment when the long cruise is over. (Written by the Artist) 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. About Artist Osoba Omoayo George...

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Early 2000s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic, Polymer

Vigneron:  Contemporary Neo Expressionist Oil Painting
Vigneron:  Contemporary Neo Expressionist Oil Painting

Vigneron: Contemporary Neo Expressionist Oil Painting

By Sax Berlin

Located in Brecon, Powys

From Sax Berlin's Wine Drinkers series painted whilst he stayed at the famous Chateau Lescours in St Emillion, France. This Neo-Expressionist work is vibrant and relatable; a real to...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Oil, Acrylic

Patterson Boats Green Golden acrylic painting
Patterson Boats Green Golden acrylic painting

Patterson Boats Green Golden acrylic painting

Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL

Patterson. virtual framed Licenciado en Bellas Artes por ISPEJV, en la Habana en 2002, especialización en Restauración y Conservación de pintura Mural y caballete. Ha ejercido co...

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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Acrylic

Neo-expressionist art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Neo-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 blue, orange, purple, pink and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Hunt Slonem, Enzio Wenk, Sax Berlin, and Jean Sanglar. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Acrylic 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 Neo-Expressionist art, so small editions measuring 1 inches across are also available. Prices for art made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $39 and tops out at $215,000, while the average work sells for $3,444.