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David Barnett Abstract Paintings

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
"Surrealist Self-Portrait, " Acrylic on Canvas signed by David Barnett
"Surrealist Self-Portrait, " Acrylic on Canvas signed by David Barnett

"Surrealist Self-Portrait, " Acrylic on Canvas signed by David Barnett

By David Barnett

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Surrealist Self-Portrait" is an original acrylic painting on canvas by David Barnett. This nearly completely abstract painting features bright oranges, reds, and yellows alongside d...

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1960s Abstract David Barnett Abstract Paintings

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"Room Interior" abstract cubist cubism dark colorful pop mellow 60's signed
"Room Interior" abstract cubist cubism dark colorful pop mellow 60's signed

"Room Interior" abstract cubist cubism dark colorful pop mellow 60's signed

By David Barnett

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Room Interior" is an original acrylic painting on masonite by David Barnett. The artist used bright, non-mimetic colors to create an abstracted interior scene. Artist signed piece o...

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1960s Abstract David Barnett Abstract Paintings

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"Waterfall in the Forest, " Original Abstract Landscape signed by David Barnett
"Waterfall in the Forest, " Original Abstract Landscape signed by David Barnett

"Waterfall in the Forest, " Original Abstract Landscape signed by David Barnett

By David Barnett

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Waterfall in the Forest" is an original acrylic painting on masonite by David Barnett, signed on the verso. The work breaks down the image of the title to its most basic colors and ...

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1960s Abstract Expressionist David Barnett Abstract Paintings

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"Hibiscus Surrounded by the Sun" iridescent acrylics and signed by artist
"Hibiscus Surrounded by the Sun" iridescent acrylics and signed by artist

"Hibiscus Surrounded by the Sun" iridescent acrylics and signed by artist

By David Barnett

Located in Milwaukee, WI

8" x 10" art 18.25" x 20.5" frame 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 deal...

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2010s Modern David Barnett Abstract Paintings

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"Gothic Window, " Acrylic on Masonite signed by David Barnett
"Gothic Window, " Acrylic on Masonite signed by David Barnett

"Gothic Window, " Acrylic on Masonite signed by David Barnett

By David Barnett

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Gothic Window" is an original acrylic painting on masonite board by David Barnett. The artist signed the piece on the back. This painting depicts a geometric and abstracted renderin...

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1960s Expressionist David Barnett Abstract Paintings

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