Because of Amani
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
contemporary Abstract Expressionism by San Jose based artist Helen Bellaver. This work has a subtle background
Acrylic
Legend
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Presented by 'Gallery 1202' for Market Art & Design "Legend," is part of Bellaver's current series
Acrylic
Black & Cream No. 2
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Presented by 'Gallery 1202' for Market Art & Design "Black and Cream No. 2" is part of Helen
Acrylic
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H 24 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
Garden Black & Red - Bold Contemporary Square Abstract Flora Painting
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Garden Black & Red," by Abstract Expressionist artist Helen Bellaver is bold, stunning, and eye
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Red Kimono- Abstract Expressionist Kimono Painting
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver's "Red Kimono" is part of a series of works on paper the artist competed over the
Paper, Acrylic
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H 30 in W 24 in
Day and Night- Gestural Abstract Line Work Acrylic Painting on Paper
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
“Day and Night,” by Helen Bellaver is a study for a large triptych on canvas. This work is highly
Paper, Acrylic
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H 20 in W 20 in D 1.5 in
Endeavor, Trust - Contemporary Square Abstract Painting in Neutral + White + Bla
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver's abstract expressionist painting "Endeavor, Trust," is a classic painting
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 20 in W 20 in D 1.5 in
Endeavor, Stand - Square Abstract Mixed Media Painting in White and Black
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver's abstract expressionist painting "Endeavor, Stand," is a classic painting
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 48 in W 36 in D 1.5 in
Desert Glow - Geometric Abstract in Black + Grey + Cream + Red with Pinstripes
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver. Bellaver's typical style is reminiscent of Clyfford Still, and Franz Kline, but this
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 48 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
Pathway 30 - Elegant Neutral Abstract in Cream + Rose Gold + Sage w/ Chevron
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Pathway 30" by Helen Bellaver is a luxurious display of cream, rust, rose, and silvery green. The
Acrylic, Canvas, Mixed Media
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H 24 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
Garden Red - Bold Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Panting with Flowers (Red)
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Garden Red," by Abstract Expressionist artist Helen Bellaver is bold, stunning, and eye-catching
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 30 in W 23 in
Abstract 63 - Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media ( Black + Yellow + Cream)
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Abstract 63," is a contemporary Abstract painting by San Jose based artist Helen Bellaver. In this
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Archival Paper
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H 33 in W 25 in D 0.5 in
Blue Violet - Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media (Blue + Black + Sienna + Cream)
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
based artist Helen Bellaver. In this work, Helen layers a medium onto her paper to create subtle texture
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Archival Paper
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H 20 in W 20 in D 1.5 in
Legends Home- Abstract Expressionist Acrylic Painting
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Affair with Black: Abstract Expressionism by Helen Bellaver," this past January. Bellaver uses a medium
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 48 in W 36 in D 1 in
Stance- Bold Abstract Expressionist Painting in Black & Cream w/ Subtle Texture
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Stance," is a classic example of contemporary Abstract Expressionism by Helen Bellaver, a Bay Area
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 20 in W 20 in D 1.5 in
Legends Night Garden- Abstract Expressionist Acrylic Painting
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Legends Night Garden," is a contemporary Abstract painting by San Jose based artist Helen Bellaver
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 40 in W 20 in D 1.5 in
Legends Diptych - Floral Contemporary Abstraction with Black and Cream
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver. Her contemporary abstract floral works are reminiscent of Donald Sultans. The pieces are
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 48 in W 36 in
Moon Glow - Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media Painting in Red, Cream and Black
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Moon Glow," is a contemporary Geometric Abstract painting by San Jose based artist Helen Bellaver
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 36 in W 60 in D 1.5 in
Black and Cream No. 1- Abstract Expressionist Acrylic Painting with Dark Colors
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Black and Cream No. 1," by Helen Bellaver is a stunning work of Contemporary Abstract
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 40 in W 20 in D 1.5 in
Endeavor Diptych - Two Toned Expressionist Acrylic Paintings Black and Cream
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Endeavor Diptych," is an abstract expressionist acrylic set of paintings by artist Helen Bellaver
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 36 in W 60 in
Black and Cream No. 2 - Large Contemporary Abstract Gestural Painting w/ Brown
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Black and Cream No. 2" is part of Helen Bellaver's newest series of work that was unveiled at her
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 36 in W 48 in D 1.5 in
Legend - Large Black, Grey, & Cream, Textured Abstract Expressionist Painting
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
with Black: Abstract Expressionism by Helen Bellaver," this past January. "Legend" was the flagship
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Hero - Abstract Mixed Media Painting in Red, Green and Cream
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver is an abstract expressionist living in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she has
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 20 in W 20 in D 1 in
My Legend's Dream - Square Abstract Mixed Media Painting in White and Black
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver is an abstract expressionist living in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she has
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 20 in W 20 in D 1 in
Legends Daybreak - Square Abstract Mixed Media Painting in White and Black
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver is an abstract expressionist living in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she has
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 20 in W 20 in D 1 in
My Legend's Dream - Square Abstract Mixed Media Painting in White and Black
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver is an abstract expressionist living in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she has
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 12 in W 24 in D 1 in
"Blue Night" - Small Periwinkle, Blue and Black Abstract Acrylic Painting
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver is an abstract expressionist living in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she has
Acrylic, Canvas, Mixed Media
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H 8 in W 8 in D 1 in
November Abstract - Expressionist Painting with Earth Tones, Texture on Wood
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
, giving the texture extra contrast. Helen Bellaver is an abstract expressionist living in the San
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel
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H 8 in W 8 in D 1 in
December Abstract - Expressionist Painting with Earth Tones, Texture on Wood
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
, giving the texture extra contrast. Helen Bellaver is an abstract expressionist living in the San
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel
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H 8 in W 8 in D 1 in
October Abstract - Expressionist Painting with Earth Tones, Texture on Wood
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
," and "December Abstract." These works are unusual for Bellaver's practice, in size, material and color
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel
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H 24 in W 8 in D 1 in
Abstract Triptych - Expressionist Painting with Earth Tones, Texture on Wood
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Abstract Winter," is an Abstract Expressionist triptych by Helen Bellaver. These pieces are also
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 24 in W 30 in
Saratoga Tree- Abstract Line Work Acrylic Painting on Paper of Landscape
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver's "Saratoga Tree" is part of a series of works on paper the artist competed over the
Paper, Acrylic
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H 48 in W 36 in D 1 in
Roulette No. 1 - Abstract Expressionist Painting in Black & Cream
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
, "An Affair with Black: Abstract Expressionism by Helen Bellaver," this past January. Bellaver uses a
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 30 in W 24 in
Bronze No. 1- Geometric Abstract Painting in Brown + Black with Lovely Texture
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver's "Bronze No. 1" is part of a series of works on paper the artist competed over the
Paper, Acrylic, Mixed Media
Blue Kimono- Abstract Expressionist Kimono Paitning
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver's "Blue Kimono," is part of a series of works on paper the artist competed over the
Acrylic, Paper
Green Kimono- Abstract Expressionist Kimono Painting
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver's "Blue Kimono," is part of a series of works on paper the artist competed over the
Acrylic, Paper
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H 15 in W 45 in D 1.5 in
"Seeing" - Beautiful Example of Contemporary Abstract Expressionism in Black + W
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Seeing" is a Contemporary Abstract Expressionist painting by Helen Bellaver. This work is delicate
Acrylic
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H 48 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
Garden Diptych - Floral Gestural Contemporary Abstract Painting in (Black+Red)
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Garden Red" and "Garden Black/Red" by Abstract Expressionist artist Helen Bellaver are bold
Acrylic, Canvas, Mixed Media
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H 30 in W 23 in
Abstract 63 - Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media ( Black + Yellow + Cream)
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
contemporary Abstract painting by San Jose based artist Helen Bellaver. In this work, Helen layers a medium
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Archival Paper
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H 45 in W 15 in D 1.5 in
Mother and Child on the Boarder- Figurative Abstract Expressionist Painting
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
artist Helen Bellaver. The work loosely depicts a mother holding her child. The contemporary work aims to
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 48 in W 36 in D 1.5 in
Primal Dance- Abstract Expressionist Painting in Red + Mossy Green + Black
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Primal Dance," by Helen Bellaver is a stunning work of Contemporary Abstract Expressionism. This
Canvas, Acrylic, Mixed Media
Winter No. 2- Black and White Abstract Gestural Painting
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Winter No. 2," by Helen Bellaver is an abstract expressionist work on paper. Bellaver created
Paper, Acrylic
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H 36 in W 48 in D 1.5 in
Primal Blue Dust - Stunning Abstract Painting in Yellow + Blue on Wood
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
Helen Bellaver is an abstract expressionist living in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she has
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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H 12 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
White Night - Small White, Contemporary Abstract Acrylic Painting (Black+White)
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Gilroy, CA
"White Night" has a creamy background, but then intense patches of white with subtle blue-greys, muted peach, and ochres. This piece pairs well with "Blue Night" (SOLD) which is in ...
Acrylic, Canvas, Mixed Media
Stance
By Helen Bellaver
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Abstract Expressionism by Helen Bellaver, a Bay Area based artist who has been practicing for over thirty
Acrylic
Helen Bellaver is an Abstract Expressionist living in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she has been practicing for the last 30 years. Her work has evolved into expressions of black. Bellaver's style is akin to the great Abstract Expressionists such as Clyfford Still, Franz Kline and color-field painter Mark Rothko. The mark-making on her works comes directly from the genre of Abstract Expressionism and her emotions break through the compositions powerfully.
Bring audacious experiments with color and textures to your living room, dining room or home office. Abstract paintings, large or small, will stand out in your space, encouraging conversation and introducing a museum-like atmosphere that’s welcoming and conducive to creating memorable gatherings.
Abstract art has origins in 19th-century Europe, but it came into its own as a significant movement during the 20th century. Early practitioners of abstraction included Wassily Kandinsky, although painters were exploring nonfigurative art prior to the influential Russian artist’s efforts, which were inspired by music and religion. Abstract painters endeavored to create works that didn’t focus on the outside world’s conventional subjects, and even when artists depicted realistic subjects, they worked in an abstract mode to do so.
In 1940s-era New York City, a group of painters working in the abstract mode created radical work that looked to European avant-garde artists as well as to the art of ancient cultures, prioritizing improvisation, immediacy and direct personal expression. While they were never formally affiliated with one another, we know them today as Abstract Expressionists.
The male contingent of the Abstract Expressionists, which includes Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning and Robert Motherwell, is frequently cited in discussing leading figures of this internationally influential postwar art movement. However, the women of Abstract Expressionism, such as Helen Frankenthaler, Lee Krasner, Joan Mitchell and others, were equally involved in the art world of the time. Sexism, family obligations and societal pressures contributed to a long history of their being overlooked, but the female Abstract Expressionists experimented vigorously, developed their own style and produced significant bodies of work.
Draw your guests into abstract oil paintings across different eras and countries of origin. On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive range of abstract paintings along with a guide on how to arrange your wonderful new wall art.
If you’re working with a small living space, a colorful, oversize work can create depth in a given room, but there isn’t any need to overwhelm your interior with a sprawling pièce de résistance. Colorful abstractions of any size can pop against a white wall in your living room, but if you’re working with a colored backdrop, you may wish to stick to colors that complement the decor that is already in the space. Alternatively, let your painting make a statement on its own, regardless of its surroundings, or group it, gallery-style, with other works.