Abstract Emotional Brush Painting. Joyful Impulse
Located in Zofingen, AG
sensations. Artwork is done in ink and ocher pastel on thick white paper. "Every time I draw such
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$6,850
H 25 in W 31 in D 1.5 in
"Untitled" Acrylics, Pencils, Oil Pastels on Paper in Neutral Hues of Taupe
By Karina Gentinetta
Located in New York, NY
, this work is a beautiful expression of acrylics, carbon pencils, and oil pastels in hues of black
Glaze, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Carbon Pencil
$5,400
H 30 in W 40 in
"Preferred But Not Required, " Oil Pastel signed by Reginald K. Gee
By Reginald K. Gee
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Preferred But Not Required" is an original oil pastel drawing by Reginald K. Gee. The artist
Oil Pastel
Monochrome abstract drawing. Funny Silver Mood - 4 -
Located in Zofingen, AG
This monochrome abstract drawing is made with Chinese ink and silver pastel on heavy white paper
Paper, Pastel, Ink
Abstract Calligraphic Brush Drawing. Free flow movement
Located in Zofingen, AG
sensations. Artwork is done in ink and ocher pastel on thick white paper. "Every time I draw such abstract
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$1,777
H 12.8 in W 9.85 in
Untitled #3 - Emmanuelle Messika, 21st Century, Abstract drawing
By Emmanuelle Messika
Located in Paris, FR
Coloured inks and pastel on paper Signed Gestural abstraction Outsider art Artist’s statement
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$1,777
H 12.8 in W 9.85 in
Untitled #2 - Emmanuelle Messika, 21st Century, Abstract drawing
By Emmanuelle Messika
Located in Paris, FR
Coloured inks and pastel on paper Signed Gestural abstraction Outsider art Artist’s statement
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$1,777
H 12.8 in W 9.85 in
Untitled #1 - Emmanuelle Messika, 21st Century, Abstract drawing
By Emmanuelle Messika
Located in Paris, FR
Coloured inks and pastel on paper Signed Gestural abstraction Outsider art Artist’s statement
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$136
H 9.45 in W 11.82 in D 0.4 in
Loch Fyne, seascape, skyscape, Scotland, mountains, walking
Located in Deddington, GB
Pastel on Pastelmat, painted after a holiday near Loch Fyne - an early summer morning Additional
Board, Oil Pastel
Untitled II (II)
By James Moore
Located in New York, NY
pastel on paper
Paper, Pastel
Untitled
Located in Toronto, Ontario
background. The artist was first introduced to pastels during a 1996 trip to Greece. Attracted to the
Pastel
Water flows, finds its way
Located in Pampilhosa da Serra, PT
Eliz Gündüz, a visionary artist born in Antalya in 2001, is a rising star in the world of abstract
Oil Pastel
Soulless eyes on every crossroads
Located in Pampilhosa da Serra, PT
Eliz Gündüz, a visionary artist born in Antalya in 2001, is a rising star in the world of abstract
Oil Pastel
Tulip shaped clouds, follow you from behind
Located in Pampilhosa da Serra, PT
Eliz Gündüz, a visionary artist born in Antalya in 2001, is a rising star in the world of abstract
Oil Pastel
A rose for who ?
Located in Pampilhosa da Serra, PT
Eliz Gündüz, a visionary artist born in Antalya in 2001, is a rising star in the world of abstract
Oil Pastel
Walk through the night, in the time
Located in Pampilhosa da Serra, PT
Eliz Gündüz, a visionary artist born in Antalya in 2001, is a rising star in the world of abstract
Oil Pastel
Dream a little dream
Located in Pampilhosa da Serra, PT
Eliz Gündüz, a visionary artist born in Antalya in 2001, is a rising star in the world of abstract
Oil Pastel
$343
H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.01 in
Expressive abstract artwork. Minimalistic graphics. Expressively Fast .5.
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Expressively Fast" This intuitive abstract drawing is made with Chinese ink and pastel on
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$343
H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.01 in
Expressive abstract artwork. Minimalistic graphics. Expressively Fast .3.
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Expressively Fast" This intuitive abstract drawing is made with Chinese ink and pastel on
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$343
H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.01 in
Expressive abstract artwork. Minimalistic graphics. Expressively Fast .4.
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Expressively Fast" This intuitive abstract drawing is made with Chinese ink and pastel on
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$343
H 14.57 in W 8.27 in D 0.01 in
Expressive abstract artwork. Minimalistic graphics. Expressively Fast .2.
Located in Zofingen, AG
Confident, bold, decisive, bright! This artwork conveys such a mood. This intuitive abstract
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$5,400
H 28 in W 44 in
"No More Electric Toothbrushes, " Oil Pastel signed on Verso by Reginald K. Gee
By Reginald K. Gee
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"No More Electric Toothbrushes - Part I" is an original oil pastel drawing on illustration board by
Oil Pastel, Illustration Board
$616Sale Price|35% Off
H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 0.71 in
The Code of Knowledge from Science Art Collection by Anastasia Vasilyeva
By Anastasia Vasilyeva
Located in Zofingen, AG
Science Art Collection by the Russian-Swiss artist Anastasia Vasilyeva (b.1982). Concept In this painting, the Greek alphabet emerges from a luminous field of orange and gold, rese...
Oil Pastel, Acrylic
$545
H 16.07 in W 11.7 in D 0.02 in
Expressive Abstract Drawing. Black and blush pink. Free Movement
Located in Zofingen, AG
This expressive abstract drawing is made with Chinese ink and pastel on white paper. Looking at it
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$343
H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.01 in
Expressive abstract artwork. Minimalistic graphics. Expressively Fast .1.
Located in Zofingen, AG
Confident, bold, decisive, bright! This artwork conveys such a mood. This intuitive abstract
Paper, Pastel, Ink, Pencil
Carmargue – 2
By Jon Rowland
Located in Deddington, GB
Carmargue – 2 by Jon Rowland [2021] original Acrylic and pastel on paper Image size: H:51 cm x W
Paper, Pastel, Acrylic
$568
H 16.54 in W 11.66 in D 0.01 in
Abstract calligraphic brush drawing. Intuitive Zen Art. Movement Pattern
Located in Zofingen, AG
pastel on white paper. "Every time I draw such abstract lines, a flow of energy moves my hand. For this
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$462
H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.02 in
Abstract Calligraphy. Energetic Gestural Drawing. Funny Silver Mood - 1 -
Located in Zofingen, AG
This spontaneous gestural drawing is made with Chinese ink and silver pastel on heavy white paper
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$4,000
H 25.5 in W 20.5 in
"Untitled" Diana Kurz, Intense Yellow Abstract Composition on Paper
By Diana Kurz
Located in New York, NY
Diana Kurz Untitled, circa 1961 Pastel on paper 25 1/2 x 20 1/2 inches Diana Kurz (born 1936) is
Paper, Pastel
$450
H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.01 in
Abstract drawing in chocolate tones. Minimalistic graphics. Talking Lines .2.
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Talking Lines" This intuitive abstract drawing in chocolate tones is made with Chinese ink and
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$450
H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.01 in
Abstract drawing in chocolate tones. Minimalistic graphics. Talking Lines .1.
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Talking Lines" This intuitive abstract drawing in chocolate tones is made with Chinese ink and
Paper, Pastel, Ink
$1,700
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 1.58 in
Blue Waves, Science Art Collection by Anastasia Vasilyeva
By Anastasia Vasilyeva
Located in Zofingen, AG
painted with a mixed media technique. The artist uses acrylic and oil pastel. This combination looks like
Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Gifts on Sixth
By Macha Poynder
Located in London, GB
methods of the Abstract Expressionists, blending automatic drawing, performative gestures, and intuitive
Canvas, Pastel, Acrylic
$1,200Sale Price|40% Off
H 36 in W 36 in D 1 in
Round, Cityscape, Black, White Acrylic, Ace Indian Contemporary Artist"In Stock"
By Tapas Ghosal
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Tapas Ghosal - Untitled - 36 x 36 inches (unframed size) Acrylic, dry pastel and dry pigment on
Canvas, Acrylic, Pastel, Pigment
$1,559
H 32 in W 32 in D 1 in
Black and white in acrylic, cityscape, landscape, snowfall, by ace Indian artist
By Tapas Ghosal
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Tapas Ghosal - Untitled - 32 x 32 inches (unframed size) Acrylic, dry pastel and dry pigment on
Canvas, Acrylic, Pastel, Pigment
What Plants Dream Of
Located in Zofingen, AG
turn into a semi-abstract ornament — a dynamic field where ideas are born and collide. The painting
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
$13,500
H 31.89 in W 31.89 in D 1.97 in
Studio Archive No.87 Earth Pigments on Raw Studio Weave Cotton
By Rebecca Wing Sze Lam
Located in STRETTON, AU
Studio Archive No. 87 is a seminal work that explores the visceral connection between human form and raw materiality. What makes this piece unique is the intentional dialogue between...
Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic
$5,400
H 28 in W 44 in
"Recall the Early 80's, " Original Oil Pastel and Ink Drawing by Reginald K. Gee
By Reginald K. Gee
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Recall the Early 80's" is an original oil pastel and ink drawing by Reginald K. Gee. The artist
Oil Pastel, Ink, Board
$2,958
H 51.19 in W 59.06 in D 1.19 in
Warped reality Conceptual Large Painting from Science Art Collection Mathematics
By Anastasia Vasilyeva
Located in Zofingen, AG
Black White abstract painting by Anastasia Vasilyeva from the Science Art Collection. Mathematical
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Engraving
Tenderness and power
Located in Zofingen, AG
Tenderness and Power This work reflects on the paradox of strength revealed through vulnerability. The orange blossoms, vivid and luminous against the profound blue background, embod...
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Delulu Blooms 3
Located in Zofingen, AG
Delulu Blooms 3 "Delulu is the solulu" — a phrase born in the digital era, both humorous and daring, becomes the conceptual root of this painting. Beneath its playful surface lies a ...
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Delulu Blooms
Located in Zofingen, AG
Delulu Blooms "Delulu is the solulu" — a phrase born in the digital era, both humorous and daring, becomes the conceptual root of this painting. Beneath its playful surface lies a de...
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Sunset Wind
Located in Zofingen, AG
shipped in roll Sunset Wind is a work from the Inner Landscapes series, filled with motion, light, and uplift. It conveys a state where youthful energy and the joy of accomplishment...
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Oil
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 22.25 in
Black Sun in the Red and White Sky - Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Black Sun in the Red and White Sky - Acrylic on Paper Bold abstract by Ricardo de Silva (American
Paper, Acrylic, Pastel
Notable Features
By Andrei Petrov
Located in New York, NY
Andrei Petrov is an American artist of Russian origins. He is best known for his abstract oil
Paper, Oil Pastel, Oil, Pencil
$950
H 16 in W 20 in
Toma Yovanovich Mid Century Abstract Landscape Colorful Watercolor Painting
By Toma Yovanovich
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid-Century Modern abstracted landscape watercolor painting by American artist Toma Tovanovich (1931- 2016). Tovanovich's work is found in many public and private collections all...
Paper, Oil Pastel
Abstracted Figures
By Erik Scholz
Located in Norwich, GB
Erik Scholz was a Hungarian artist who trained at the Academy of Fine Arts in Budapest. He was awarded the prestigious Munkácsy Award in 1950, and received stipends to work and study...
Oil Pastel, Mixed Media
Heat Lightning
Located in Austin, TX
"Heat Lighting", an abstract painting by Rebecca Sobin executed in oil, cold wax medium, and pastel
Pastel, Wax, Oil, Wood Panel
$2,018
H 36 in W 36 in D 1 in
Cityscape, landscape, covered in snow, in acrylic on canvas by Indian artist
By Tapas Ghosal
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Tapas Ghosal - Untitled - 36 x 36 inches (unframed size) Acrylic, dry pastel and dry pigment on
Canvas, Acrylic, Pastel, Pigment
$2,850
H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.36 in
Foundational Study No. 25 (i-2) Anatomical Tones
By Rebecca Wing Sze Lam
Located in STRETTON, AU
, Foundational Studies 25(i-2) marks the transition from abstract pigment exploration to figurative application
Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Color Pencil
Detour
Located in Austin, TX
"Detour" is an abstract painting by Rebecca Sobin executed in oil, cold wax medium, and pastel
Pastel, Wax, Oil, Wood Panel
$2,850
H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.04 in
Foundational Study No. 25 (i-1) The Chromatic Dialogue
By Rebecca Wing Sze Lam
Located in STRETTON, AU
Foundational Studies 25(i-1) The Composition A vibrant departure from figurative line work, Foundational Studies 25(i) is a rigorous investigation into the tactile nature of pigmen...
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Ink, Color Pencil
Jim Stella 2012 Large Painting Mixed Media
Located in Rochester Hills, MI
Jim Stella 2012 Mixed Media Oil, Acrylic, Oil Stick and Collage 100 x 67 inches Jim Stella was born in Detroit in 1954 and was attracted to art from an early age. He attended Unive...
Oil Crayon, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Jim Stella 2012 Large Painting Mixed Media
Located in Rochester Hills, MI
Jim Stella 2012 Mixed Media Oil, Acrylic, Oil Stick and Collage 68 x 63 inches Jim Stella was born in Detroit in 1954 and was attracted to art from an early age. He attended Univer...
Oil Crayon, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Jim Stella 2017 Triptych Three Paintings Mixed Media
Located in Rochester Hills, MI
Jim Stella Triptych 2017 Mixed Media Oil, Acrylic, Oil Stick and Collage 48 x 72 in 24" x 48" in each panel Jim Stella was born in Detroit in 1954 and was attracted to art from...
Oil Crayon, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Painting and Mixed Media
Located in Rochester Hills, MI
Jim Stella 2017 Mixed Media Oil, Acrylic, Oil Stick and Collage 51" x 35" inches Jim Stella was born in Detroit in 1954 and was attracted to art from an early age. He attended Unive...
Oil Crayon, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Painting and Mixed Media
Located in Rochester Hills, MI
Jim Stella 2017 Mixed Media Oil, Acrylic, Oil Stick and Collage 90" x 68" inches Jim Stella was born in Detroit in 1954 and was attracted to art from an early age. He attended Unive...
Oil Crayon, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Beginning in the early 20th century, abstract art became a leading style of modernism. Rather than portray the world in a way that represented reality, as had been the dominating style of Western art in the previous centuries, abstract paintings, prints and sculptures are marked by a shift to geometric forms, gestural shapes and experimentation with color to express ideas, subject matter and scenes.
Although abstract art flourished in the early 1900s, propelled by movements like Fauvism and Cubism, it was rooted in the 19th century. In the 1840s, J.M.W. Turner emphasized light and motion for atmospheric paintings in which concrete details were blurred, and Paul Cézanne challenged traditional expectations of perspective in the 1890s.
Some of the earliest abstract artists — Wassily Kandinsky and Hilma af Klint — expanded on these breakthroughs while using vivid colors and forms to channel spiritual concepts. Painter Piet Mondrian, a Dutch pioneer of the art movement, explored geometric abstraction partly owing to his belief in Theosophy, which is grounded in a search for higher spiritual truths and embraces philosophers of the Renaissance period and medieval mystics. Black Square, a daringly simple 1913 work by Russian artist Kazimir Malevich, was a watershed statement on creating art that was free “from the dead weight of the real world,” as he later wrote.
Surrealism in the 1920s, led by artists such as Salvador Dalí, Meret Oppenheim and others, saw painters creating abstract pieces in order to connect to the subconscious. When Abstract Expressionism emerged in New York during the mid-20th century, it similarly centered on the process of creation, in which Helen Frankenthaler’s expressive “soak-stain” technique, Jackson Pollock’s drips of paint, and Mark Rothko’s planes of color were a radical new type of abstraction.
Conceptual art, Pop art, Hard-Edge painting and many other movements offered fresh approaches to abstraction that continued into the 21st century, with major contemporary artists now exploring it, including Anish Kapoor, Mark Bradford, El Anatsui and Julie Mehretu.
Find original abstract paintings, sculptures, prints and other art on 1stDibs.
The Italian-American’s 2020 abstract painting “The Hoe” personifies his “art of not knowing.”
In his current show at New York's Lehmann Maupin gallery, the Puerto Rican–born talent reveals new paintings with a semiautobiographical aspect.