Driaan Claassen
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Bronze, Polish, Abstract, Sculpture, Art, Contemporary, Modern, Patina, Complex.
Located in Cape Town, WC
By artist:
Driaan Claassen
"I am worthy of safety"
2023
Bronze
30 x 25 x 25cm
Artist Bio
Born in
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 11.82 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Black, Texture, Sand, Square, Contemporary, Art, Sculpture, Modern, Abstract.
Located in Cape Town, WC
By Artist: Driaan Claassen
"Sand print"
2023
sand
57 x 11 x 11 cm
Neural Pathway (Collection
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
H 20.87 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Raw, Wood, Sphere, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture, Art, Geometric
Located in Cape Town, WC
By artist: Driaan Claassen
"I'm not in control"
2023
Wood: Kiaat
35 cm Ø
Neural Pathway
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Laminate, Wood
Raw, Wood, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture, Art, Geometric, Form, Flow
Located in Cape Town, WC
By artist: Driaan Claassen
"Trust your gut"
2023
Wood: Kiaat
31 x 23 x 15 cm
Conscience
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
H 12.21 in W 9.06 in D 5.91 in
Bronze, Polish, Abstract, Sculpture, Art, Contemporary, Modern, Patina, Green
Located in Cape Town, WC
By artist: Driaan Claassen
"I deserve better"
2023
Bronze
37 cm x 10 cm x 10 cm
17kg
Neural
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 18.9 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Raw, Wood, Cube, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture, Art, Geometric
Located in Cape Town, WC
By artist : Driaan Claassen
"I will transcend my limits"
2023
Wood: Laminated Kiaat
37 x 37 x 37 cm
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Laminate, Wood
H 14.57 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in
Copper, Crystal, Polished, Raw, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
artist Driaan Claassen as he explores the subconscious world within himself. The primary palette of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Wire
H 16.93 in W 13 in D 15.75 in
Blue, Powder Coating, Wire, Steel, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
the mind feels like to artist Driaan Claassen as he explores the subconscious world within himself
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Wire
H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in
Blue, White, Beaded, Steel, Pattern, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
symbolic of what the mind feels like to artist Driaan Claassen as he explores the subconscious world within
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Wire
H 37.01 in W 16.54 in D 9.85 in
Copper, Crystal, Polished, Raw, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Wire
H 14.18 in W 6.7 in D 7.09 in
Blue, Polish, Enamel, Bronze, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Enamel, Bronze
H 16.54 in W 4.53 in D 2.37 in
Black, Polish, Enamel, Bronze, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Enamel, Bronze
H 10.24 in W 4.34 in D 2.37 in
Copper, Crystal, Black, Framed Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Copper
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 1.97 in
Black, Bronze, Patina, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 13.78 in W 3.55 in D 3.94 in
Polished, Bronze, Patina, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture, Vessel
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Black, Bronze, Patina, White, Marble, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Driaan ClaassenBlack, Bronze, Patina, White, Marble, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture, 2021
H 49.22 in W 35.44 in D 29.53 in
Black, Bronze, Patina, White, Marble, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Driaan ClaassenBlack, Bronze, Patina, White, Marble, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture, 2021
H 23.63 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Large, Blue, Stained, Wood, Sphere, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Coating
Large, Black, Stained, Gloss, Wooden, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Coating
Driaan ClaassenLarge, Black, Stained, Gloss, Wooden, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture, 2021
H 51.19 in W 8.47 in D 8.47 in
Raw, Wood, White, Marble, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble
H 98.43 in W 51.19 in D 23.63 in
Raw, Bronze, Patina, White, Marble, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 23.63 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Black, Bronze, Patina, White, Marble, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Driaan ClaassenBlack, Bronze, Patina, White, Marble, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture, 2021
H 23.63 in W 22.05 in D 17.72 in
Red, Polish, Bronze, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture 2nd Edition
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
H 22.45 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in
Black, Bronze, Patina, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture 2nd edition
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 11.82 in W 6.7 in D 5.91 in
Yellow, Polish, Enamel, Bronze, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
H 14.57 in W 5.91 in D 2.17 in
Black, Bronze, Patina, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 14.77 in W 5.71 in D 5.12 in
Polished, Bronze, Patina, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture, Vessel
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Copper, Crystal, Polished, Raw, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis, artist and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Wire
H 9.45 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Purple, Wood, Matte, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis, artist and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Coating
H 17.33 in W 3.15 in D 4.53 in
Copper, Vessel, Polished, Raw, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du
Category
2010s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Copper, Polished, Ceramic, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Wire
H 6.7 in W 4.93 in D 4.34 in
Copper, Polished, Ceramic, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Wire
H 4.73 in W 6.89 in D 4.34 in
Copper, Polished, Ceramic, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Wire
H 5.12 in W 6.3 in D 5.12 in
Raw, Wood, Satin, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis, artist and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
H 17.33 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Copper, Crystal, Polished, Raw, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
€850
2022
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Wire
Copper, Crystal, Polished, Raw, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis, artist and founder
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Wire
Copper, Crystal, Polished, Raw, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis, artist and founder
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Wire
Copper, Crystal, Polished, Raw, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis, artist and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Wire
H 14.18 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Black, Raw, Satin, Wood, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
exploration of marks left on the physical mind by experiences of emotion and feelings. In Driaan Claassens
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Raw, Wood, Matte, Varnish, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
abstracted exploration of marks left on the physical mind by experiences of emotion and feelings. In Driaan
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Coating, Varnish, Wood
H 17.72 in W 14.57 in D 6.5 in
Black, Raw, Satin, Wood, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
abstracted exploration of marks left on the physical mind by experiences of emotion and feelings. In Driaan
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
H 9.45 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
Raw, Wood, Matte, Varnish, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
abstracted exploration of marks left on the physical mind by experiences of emotion and feelings. In Driaan
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Coating, Varnish
H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 31.5 in
Polished, Black, Bronze, Patina, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
abstracted exploration of marks left on the physical mind by experiences of emotion and feelings. In Driaan
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 14.57 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Polished, Black, Bronze, Patina, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
abstracted exploration of marks left on the physical mind by experiences of emotion and feelings. In Driaan
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 14.57 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Polished, Black, Bronze, Patina, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
abstracted exploration of marks left on the physical mind by experiences of emotion and feelings. In Driaan
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 14.57 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Polished, Black, Bronze, Patina, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
abstracted exploration of marks left on the physical mind by experiences of emotion and feelings. In Driaan
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 14.57 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Black, Stained, Wood, Sculpture, Modern, Sticky, Art, Contemporary, Abstract
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
unstructured or ungrounded thought.
Artist Bio:
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Coating
H 12.6 in W 16.93 in D 14.18 in
Green, Gloss, Glaze, Ceramic, Clay, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Sculpture
Located in Cape Town, WC
2022
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Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Coating, Glaze, Ceramic
H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 13 in
Yellow, Wood, Stained, Sphere, Abstract, Contemporary, Art, Sculpture, Modern
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
:
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Coating
Green, Stained, Wood, Sticky, Art, Modern, Sculpture, Contemporary, Artwork
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
understood.
Artist Bio:
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation
Category
2010s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble
H 33.08 in W 27.56 in D 7.88 in
Red, Stained, Wood, Sticky, Art, Modern, Sculpture, Contemporary, Artwork
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Bio:
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
2010s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble
H 30.71 in W 11.03 in D 9.85 in
Black, Stained, Wood, Sticky, Art, Modern, Sculpture, Contemporary, Mental
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
understood.
Artist Bio:
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Coating
H 9.85 in W 23.63 in D 13 in
Orange, Stained, Wood, Sticky, Art, Modern, Sculpture, Contemporary, Artwork
Located in Cape Town, WC
understood.
Artist Bio:
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation
Category
2010s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Coating
H 45.28 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Maroon, Wood, Sphere, Stained, Art, Abstract, Sculpture, Modern, Contemporary
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
the subconscious realm.
Artist Bio:
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first
Category
2010s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Coating
Yellow, Bronze, Sphere, Polish, Abstract, Art, Sculpture, Contemporary, Modern
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
.
Artist Bio:
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Royal Blue, Wood, Stained, Bubbling, Abstract, Sculpture, Modern, Art, Globular.
Located in Cape Town, WC
, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis, artist and
Category
2010s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Coating
H 7.09 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in
Red, Bronze, Cylinder, Polish, Art, Modern, Sculpture, Abstract, Contemporary
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
the subconscious realm.
Artist Bio:
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Purple, Stained, Wood, Square, Contemporary, Art, Sculpture, Modern, Abstract.
By Driaan Claassen
Located in Cape Town, WC
Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis, artist and founder
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Coating, Laminate
Driaan ClaassenPurple, Stained, Wood, Square, Contemporary, Art, Sculpture, Modern, Abstract. , 2022
H 33.47 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Copper, Polished, Blue, Ceramic, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Art, Sculpture
Located in Cape Town, WC
30cm x 20cm
6 kg
€5500
2022
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D
Category
2010s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Copper
H 8.27 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in
Raw, Wood, Satin, Abstract, Contemporary, Modern, Bench, Design Sculpture
By Driaan Claassen and Wiid Design
Located in Cape Town, WC
, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis, artist and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
H 18.9 in W 14.77 in D 118.12 in
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A Close Look at abstract Art
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.
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If you’re thinking about decorating your space with abstract sculpture, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.
You don’t have to look for a piece that demands attention. Find a work of abstract sculpture that speaks to you. As is the case with any abstract art, whether it’s sculpture, an abstract painting or a grouping of prints, you can select a work for your living room or dining room, for example, that will either casually fade into the background or serve as a focal point. When you’re thinking about how to arrange your furniture and decor, consider color, texture and what kind of energy you’d like a specific room or corner to evoke. Abstract sculpture can go a long way in elevating a home, and its history is interesting if you’re shopping for a new piece today.
As a pioneer in naturalistic forms and figures that vividly express emotion, Auguste Rodin is often called the father of modern sculpture. His work in the 19th and early 20th century broke with artistic conventions and inspired modernism, leading to a new period of avant-garde abstraction.
Among the first artists to push abstract sculpture into the mainstream were Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque. They helped define the movement of Cubism, which focused on deconstructing the world abstractly.
Later in the 20th century, the artistic movements of Italian Futurism, Dadaism, Neo-Dadaism, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism and minimalism all contributed to the advancement of new and more abstract sculpture designs. Italian Futurism, for example, celebrated movement, dynamics and technology in abstract sculpture. These movements passed down ideas that continue to inform abstract sculpture today.
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