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Spectra Fine Jewelry 5-Row Diamond Bracelet
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
opulent Art Deco pieces but with a modern, minimalist touch. The seamless closure and open-back settings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Spectra Fine Jewelry Contemporary 27.84 Carat Diamond Wide Bracelet
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
flexibility made by Spectra Fine Jewelry. This sophisticated piece, reminiscent of opulent Art Deco-era
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Tennis Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Green Jade Bracelet For Women
Located in New York, NY
& Polishing Of the Gemstones is Super Fine. The Metal Is Pure 925 Sterling Silver With Super Smooth Shine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

Jade, Silver, Sterling Silver

Set in 18K Gold, Art Deco style, Aquamarine, Ruby & Diamonds Cord Bracelet
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
the bracelet are 18cm x 3.50cm x 1.00cm (L x W x D). Features: ✦ Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Category

2010s Indian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold

14 Karat White Gold & Diamond Bangle in Art Nouveau Style
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A fine quality 14 karat white gold hinged bangle set with diamonds in the Art Nouveau taste. The
Category

20th Century American Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rare Modernist Art Nouveau Bracelet Blue Enamel Silver 14 Karat Gold Barcelona
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful Modernist Art Nouveau Bracelet in Sterling Silver with 14 Karat Gold and
Category

20th Century Spanish Modernist Modern Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Crystals Navy Purple Iridescent Bangle Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
more. With exquisite fine detail, these fashion jewellery are ideal for a glamorous look. Ideal for a
Category

Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Christian Dior by John Galliano Masai 1997 Beads Black Red Pink Flower Bracelet
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
fine detail, these fashion jewellery are ideal for a glamorous look. Ideal for a splendid gift or an
Category

1990s French Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

Silver Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Arty Cluster Swirl Flower Silver Modernist Cuff Bracelet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Modern Bracelets

Materials

Silver Plate

Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Diamond & Sapphire Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite, handmade bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels is a masterful work of art. Featuring a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

18 Karat White Gold Mesh Sapphire and Diamond Lace Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
, .01 sapphire stones interlocking with 19, .07 fine round diamonds flanked by 14 .01 ct diamonds. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi Link Pave Diamond Bracelet
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
The bracelet's luxurious design showcases the fine craftsmanship of each link, seamlessly connected
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Multi Link Pave Diamond Bracelet
Multi Link Pave Diamond Bracelet
Free Shipping
W 0.71 in L 5 in
Sapphire and diamond bracelet 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
sparkling round brilliant diamonds halo eternity bracelet all set in 18ct white gold. Fine quality blue
Category

20th Century European Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Multi Stone Oval Tennis Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Women For Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
& Polishing Of the Gemstones is Super Fine. The Metal Is Pure 925 Sterling Silver With Super Smooth Shine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

18.38 Ct Turquoise Sleeping Beauty Tennis Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
& Polishing Of the Gemstones is Super Fine. The Metal Is Pure 925 Sterling Silver With Super Smooth Shine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

18 Karat White Gold Mesh Sapphire and Diamond Lace Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
, .01 sapphire stones interlocking with 19, .07 fine round diamonds flanked by 14 .01 ct diamonds. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Mesh Sapphire and Diamond Lace Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
, .01 sapphire stones interlocking with 19, .07 fine round diamonds flanked by 14 .01 ct diamonds. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Statement 53 CTW Emerald and 12.5 CTW Diamond Bracelet 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Statement Jewelry Emerald Diamond Fine Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 7 endlessly sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Skinny Diamond Bar Bangle with Hook in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Grace your wrist with this finely crafted work of jewelery art. Crafted from the rarest of 18 karat
Category

2010s Asian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Polka Dot Bracelet by Michael Bondanza
By Michael Bondanza
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Who says fine jewelry has to be so serious. Michael Bondanza has decided to go the playful route by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum

Polka Dot Bracelet by Michael Bondanza
Polka Dot Bracelet by Michael Bondanza
Free Shipping
W 0.75 in D 0.13 in Dm 6.5 in L 7.25 in
One-of-a-Kind Paula Crevoshay "Moon Dance" Bracelet. Moonstones, Blue Sapphires
By Paula Crevoshay
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
piece of jewelry, but a work of art. The "Moon Dance" bracelet is a celebrated piece. In 2020, it won
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Boucheron Paris 18K Gold and Diamond Bracelet, Verger Frères
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
French art of fine textiles and "passementerie", this playful and bold jewel creates a broad band of
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Sapphire 12.81 carats 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
work of art that celebrates the beauty of natural gemstones and fine craftsmanship. Detail: Metal
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace Letter P White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter O White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter H White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter Z White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter M White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter J White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter W White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter S White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter K White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter D White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter B White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter F White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter R White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter V White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet Letter W White Gold White Diamonds HandDecorated Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet Letter P White Gold White Diamonds Blue Sapphires Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet Letter D White Gold White Diamonds HandDecorated Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bracelet White Gold White Diamonds BlueSapphire Emerald Amethyst Topaz Peridhote
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet Letter N White Gold White Diamonds HandDecorated Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet Letter U White Gold White Diamonds HandDecorated Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet Letter H White Gold White Diamonds HandDecorated Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet White Gold White Diamonds Pear Cut Tanzanite NanoMosaic Insert
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet Letter R White Gold White Diamonds HandDecorated Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet Letter O White Gold White Diamonds Sapphires Micromosaic Insert
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet Letter a White Gold White Diamonds Blue Sapphires Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet Letter T White Gold White Diamonds orange Sapphires Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet Letter Y White Gold White Diamonds HandDecorated Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Bracelet Letter L White Gold White Diamonds HandDecorated Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter Y White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter T White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter C White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter U White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter A White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter I White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter Q White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter L White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace Letter G White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Fine Modern Art For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of fine modern art you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. There are many modern, contemporary and Impressionist versions of these works for sale. Finding the perfect item from our selection of fine modern art may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right choice in our collection of fine modern art for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of gray, black, brown and blue. Finding an appealing object in our assortment of fine modern art — no matter the origin — is easy, but Gerald Berghammer, Toni Frissell, Mark Beard, Teodora Guererra and Slim Aarons each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Fine Modern Art?

The average selling price for a piece of fine modern art we offer is $2,399, while they’re typically $0 on the low end and $4,950,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Fine Modern Art
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Fine art is a category of art comprising works with purely aesthetic purpose, as opposed to applied art, which serves a practical function.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Fine art encompasses drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking and photography, among other genres.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Why it's called fine art comes down to the word's origin. The term originates from the Old French word "fin," which means perfected or of the highest quality. The term is fitting since art is classified as "fine" due to an artist's exceptional technique, ingenuity and creativity. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of fine art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Photography is considered a fine art by many, although this is controversial.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, drawing is a fine art.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Artworks produced for their intellectual value and aesthetic appeal are generally considered fine art. Anything made to serve a functional purpose generally is not. In addition, artwork must be one of a kind or produced only in a limited quantity to be thought of as fine. Explore a large selection of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Fine art denotes work of aesthetic value but no functional purpose, whereas decorative art is both visually appealing and functional.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between fine and functional art is its purpose. Functional art usually has a practical use. Ceramics, textiles and industrial design are examples of functional art. On the other hand, fine art typically exists to tell a story, convey a message or express an idea. Examples of fine art include paintings, prints and sculptures. Shop a wide variety of fine and functional art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between fine and folk art comes down primarily to function. Fine artists produce paintings, prints, sculptures and other artworks to express an idea or concept, communicate a message or tell a story. With folk art, artists are usually more interested in following cultural traditions than self-expression. Pieces of folk art often have more practical uses compared to works of fine art, such as quilts and furniture. Other examples of folk art include pottery, masks, textiles and carvings. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of fine and folk art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Paul Cézanne is often cited as the father of modern art.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Modern art is characterized by a rejection of realism and narrative and a trend toward abstraction.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The term contemporary is applied to art by 21st-century artists; modern art refers to works created from the1880s and through the 1960s.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    The difference between modern art and contemporary art comes down to age. Contemporary art refers to art produced by artists who are still alive or were active during the 1960s and later. Modern art is the term for artworks made between 1850 or 1860 and 1960. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of modern and contemporary art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Modern art encompasses Postimpressionism, Fauvism, Cubism, futurism, expressionism, Dada, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism and Pop art.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    No, Picasso was not a founder of modern art, but he is one of its most famous practitioners.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The father of modern Indian art is generally thought to be Raja Ravi Varma. Active during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, he was the first Indian artist widely known for producing paintings that depicted Indian subjects using the techniques of the European masters. Some of his most famous works include Bhishma on a Bed of Arrows, Bharat Mata, Jatayu Vadham and Lady in the Moonlight. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Indian art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.