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David Barnett Mixed Media

American, b. 1933

David Barnett, an artist, collector, appraiser and gallerist has been passionate about art from the early age of five. David’s career as an art dealer began at age 19 when, as a fine arts student, he sponsored an exhibition of work by fellow student artists. In 1966, he opened his first gallery in a converted basement apartment at Wisconsin Avenue and 21st Street. In 1985, David moved his gallery from Wisconsin Avenue into the Old Button Mansion on State Street and has been active ever since. 

David’s talents for recognizing undervalued artists and for meeting the needs of art lovers, art collectors and artists have created a vibrant, flourishing gallery and collection of over 6,000 works of art. David was born and raised in Wisconsin. He has been painting in watercolors, acrylics and oil pastels as well as fine art photography. David has more than 10 different series he has developed over the years. They include Abstract, Surrealism, Morph Dog, Up North Birch Bark, Impressions of Mexico City, Southwest, Fireworks, Famous Artist Paying Homage and Garden Panorama. Influential artists include Vermeer, Miró, Kandinsky, Chagall, Nolde and Klee. David has been featured in many magazines, newspapers and public television programs regarding his beautiful gallery collection and knowledge and passion for fine art. David also has work in the permanent collection Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, Arizona. In November 2005, he opened his second studio gallery in Hartland, Wisconsin.

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Artist: David Barnett
Surreal Collage: 'Arduous Journey'
Surreal Collage: 'Arduous Journey'

Surreal Collage: 'Arduous Journey'

By David Barnett

Located in New York, NY

Combining found elements with those fashioned by my own hand, my work encompasses two- and three-dimensional collage as well as sculptural objects. Infused with a rich sense of histo...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Mixed Media

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Mixed Media

Surreal Collage: 'The Descendant'
Surreal Collage: 'The Descendant'

Surreal Collage: 'The Descendant'

By David Barnett

Located in New York, NY

Combining found elements with those fashioned by my own hand, my work encompasses two- and three-dimensional collage as well as sculptural objects. Infused with a rich sense of histo...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Mixed Media

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Mixed Media

Surreal Collage: 'Watching'
Surreal Collage: 'Watching'

Surreal Collage: 'Watching'

By David Barnett

Located in New York, NY

Combining found elements with those fashioned by my own hand, my work encompasses two- and three-dimensional collage as well as sculptural objects. Infused with a rich sense of histo...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Mixed Media

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Mixed Media

Surreal Collage: 'The Witness'
Surreal Collage: 'The Witness'

Surreal Collage: 'The Witness'

By David Barnett

Located in New York, NY

Combining found elements with those fashioned by my own hand, my work encompasses two- and three-dimensional collage as well as sculptural objects. Infused with a rich sense of histo...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Mixed Media

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Mixed Media

Surreal Collage: 'Dem Bones'

Surreal Collage: 'Dem Bones'

By David Barnett

Located in New York, NY

Barnett, a surrealist artist incorporates discarded mechanical objects and gadgets into his artwork. His work is characterized by its unique and ecl...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Mixed Media

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Paper, Color Pencil

Flowers Close Up Watercolor Mixed Media Artwork, Framed, 21st Century
Flowers Close Up Watercolor Mixed Media Artwork, Framed, 21st Century

Flowers Close Up Watercolor Mixed Media Artwork, Framed, 21st Century

By David Barnett

Located in Milwaukee, WI

Framed Dimensions: 11.75 x 23.13 in Framed with UF5 plexiglass which filters out 99% of harmful UV rays Signed along the lower right edge "David Barnett"

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21st Century and Contemporary David Barnett Mixed Media

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Watercolor

Homage to Alphacolor Pastels & Mixed Media, Framed, 21st Century
Homage to Alphacolor Pastels & Mixed Media, Framed, 21st Century

Homage to Alphacolor Pastels & Mixed Media, Framed, 21st Century

By David Barnett

Located in Milwaukee, WI

David Barnett, an artist, collector, appraiser and gallerist has been passionate about art from the early age of five. David’s career as an art dealer began at age nineteen when, as ...

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21st Century and Contemporary David Barnett Mixed Media

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Ink, Oil Crayon

Surreal Collage: 'Willful Blindness'

Surreal Collage: 'Willful Blindness'

By David Barnett

Located in New York, NY

Mixed media collage: found objects, watercolor, pastel, and printed matter on masonite. Framed in plexiglass box frame. Barnett, a surrealist artist incorporates discarded mechanica...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Mixed Media

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Pastel, Found Objects, Watercolor

Homage to Ruth Grotenrath: Framed Irises in Mixed Media, 21st Century
Homage to Ruth Grotenrath: Framed Irises in Mixed Media, 21st Century

Homage to Ruth Grotenrath: Framed Irises in Mixed Media, 21st Century

By David Barnett

Located in Milwaukee, WI

Signed in pen lower right corner "David Barnett" Titled in pen lower left corner "Irises Homage to Ruth Grotenrath" Framed using archival museum-quality materials, including UF5 Ple...

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21st Century and Contemporary David Barnett Mixed Media

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Acrylic, Watercolor, Black and White

Surreal Collage: 'Cyclopaedia'
Surreal Collage: 'Cyclopaedia'

Surreal Collage: 'Cyclopaedia'

By David Barnett

Located in New York, NY

Combining found elements with those fashioned by my own hand, my work encompasses two- and three-dimensional collage as well as sculptural objects. Infused with a rich sense of histo...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Mixed Media

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Mixed Media

Surreal Collage: 'Mechanical Garden'
Surreal Collage: 'Mechanical Garden'

Surreal Collage: 'Mechanical Garden'

By David Barnett

Located in New York, NY

Combining found elements with those fashioned by my own hand, my work encompasses two- and three-dimensional collage as well as sculptural objects. Infused with a rich sense of histo...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Mixed Media

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Mixed Media

Surreal Collage: 'Damselfly'
Surreal Collage: 'Damselfly'

Surreal Collage: 'Damselfly'

By David Barnett

Located in New York, NY

'Combining found elements with those fashioned by my own hand, my work encompasses two- and three-dimensional collage as well as sculptural objects. Infused with a rich sense of hist...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Mixed Media

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Mixed Media

Surreal Collage: 'Happy Valley'

Surreal Collage: 'Happy Valley'

By David Barnett

Located in New York, NY

Barnett, a surrealist artist incorporates discarded mechanical objects and gadgets into his artwork. His work is characterized by its unique and ecl...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Mixed Media

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Mixed Media

Surreal Collage: 'Prototypes #3'

Surreal Collage: 'Prototypes #3'

By David Barnett

Located in New York, NY

Barnett, a surrealist artist incorporates discarded mechanical objects and gadgets into his artwork. His work is characterized by its unique and ecl...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Mixed Media

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Pastel, Found Objects, Acrylic, Pencil

Surreal Collage: 'The Definition of Insanity'

Surreal Collage: 'The Definition of Insanity'

By David Barnett

Located in New York, NY

Barnett, a surrealist artist incorporates discarded mechanical objects and gadgets into his artwork. His work is characterized by its unique and eclectic mix of materials, which rang...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Mixed Media

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Watercolor, Color Pencil, Graphite

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David Barnett mixed media for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic David Barnett mixed media available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of mixed media to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of blue and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by David Barnett in mixed media, paint, watercolor and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large David Barnett mixed media, so small editions measuring 7 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of John Baker, Aimée Farnet Siegel, and Anastasia Pelias. David Barnett mixed media prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $425 and tops out at $15,500, while the average work can sell for $2,725.