David Stephens Abstract Paintings

American

David Stephens left a corporate career to make his living as an artist in 1989. In the years that followed, a growing circle of galleries and collectors were drawn to David's work. The subject matter ranged from landscapes to cityscapes, florals and figurative images. David often painted in plein air. In the spring of 1996, David and his wife Sylvia opened a gallery in Carmel, California, named Sylvia Savage, the gallery director, Savage Contemporary Fine Art. Now closed, the gallery’s original vision and values were, to show and sell unique contemporary paintings and sculptures that blend the abstract and the figurative to express archetypal themes. Describing himself, David said, "First and foremost, I am a colorist. I am naturally inclined towards an exploratory, emotional approach because, for me, color connotes a sense of spiritual energy and centeredness. Additionally, many of my images contain spatial elements and movement which lends a sense of expansion. Line, form, and texture also help shape my interpretive, light-filled paintings."

(Biography provided by Robert Azensky Fine Art)

Artist: David Stephens

David StephensMonotype I Abstract Painting, Opaque and Transparent Colors, Signed, 1998

$880Sale Price|20% Off

Monotype I Abstract Painting, Opaque and Transparent Colors, Signed

By David Stephens

Located in Soquel, CA

Monotype I Abstract Painting, Opaque and Transparent Colors, Signed Opaque and transparent colors work together in this beautiful Monotype painting by David Stephens (American, 20th...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Dye, Ink, Archival Paper

David StephensTan and Magenta Abstract Textured Monotype, circa 1990s

$875

Tan and Magenta Abstract Textured Monotype

By David Stephens

Located in Soquel, CA

Vibrant and dynamic monotype painting by David Stephens (American, 20th Century). Painted on glass and pressed onto paper and then, sand (or a similar medium) was used in the pressin...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Mixed Media, Oil

David StephensMonotype II Abstract Painting, Opaque and Transparent Colors, Signed, 1998

$1,100

Monotype II Abstract Painting, Opaque and Transparent Colors, Signed

By David Stephens

Located in Soquel, CA

Opaque and transparent colors work together in this beautiful Monotype painting by David Stephens (American, 20th century). Soft arcs of ochre, violet, and blue move across the surfa...

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1990s Abstract David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Dye, Ink, Archival Paper

David StephensMagenta and Teal Abstracted Figurative Textured Monoprint, circa 1990s

$556Sale Price|20% Off

Magenta and Teal Abstracted Figurative Textured Monoprint

By David Stephens

Located in Soquel, CA

Vibrant and dynamic monoprint by David Stephens (American, 20th Century). Sand (or a similar medium) was used in the pressing of this monoprint, creating a pocked texture in multiple...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Mixed Media, Oil

David StephensAbstract Figurative Textured Monoprint, circa 1990s

$1,650

Abstract Figurative Textured Monoprint

By David Stephens

Located in Soquel, CA

Vibrant and dynamic monoprint by David Stephens (American, 20th Century). Sand (or a similar medium) was used in the pressing of this monoprint, creating a pocked texture in multiple...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Mixed Media, Oil

Mila AkopovaMystery - abstract painting, made in grey, blue color, 2021

$230

H 20 in W 16 in

Mystery - abstract painting, made in grey, blue color

By Mila Akopova

Located in Fort Lee, NJ

Interior design paintings. The work was done with alcoholic ink in grey, blue color on Yupo paper. The work is 11 by 14 inches in size, framed (gold or black) with a styrene face on ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Ink

Mila AkopovaThe garden of delights - abstraction art, made in pink, purple, grey color, 2021

$760

H 20 in W 16 in

The garden of delights - abstraction art, made in pink, purple, grey color

By Mila Akopova

Located in Fort Lee, NJ

Interior design paintings. The diptych is made with alcoholic ink in pink, purple, fuchia, grey color on Yupo paper. Each work is 11 by 14 inches in size, framed (gold) with a styren...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Ink

Shizico YiHand Painted X-Large-Gladiolus Glorious-British Artist-Limited Edition#9 of 10, 2024

$542

H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 0.04 in

Hand Painted X-Large-Gladiolus Glorious-British Artist-Limited Edition#9 of 10

Located in London, GB

This rare X-large Limited Edition is 80% hand painted and highlighted with original paint and brushstrokes painted by artist Shizico Yi. Only 10 Limited Edition has been made, last ...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Gesso, Archival Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Archival Paper, Giclée

Nicholas Evans"Many For The Empath" (abstract, flora, fauna, roses, oil painting, green, pink), 2026

$850

H 16.15 in W 13 in D 0.79 in

"Many For The Empath" (abstract, flora, fauna, roses, oil painting, green, pink)

By Nicholas Evans

Located in Paris, IDF

MANY FOR THE EMPATH 2026 Paris, France This complex and layered floral painting of an abundant, overflowing bouquet presents an energetic and mesmerizing subject. This original mixe...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Oil Crayon, Dye, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Oil, Acrylic

Shizico YiDo Not Go Gentle Into that Good Night-Hand painted No 2 Limited Edition of Ten, 2025

$556

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0.2 in

Do Not Go Gentle Into that Good Night-Hand painted No 2 Limited Edition of Ten

Located in London, GB

This striking large hand painted limited Edition is No. 2 of only 10 in existence. 90% of the painting is hand-painted in oil and gesso on giclee by Shizico Yi, the edition featuring...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Gesso, Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Archival Paper, Giclée

Shizico YiHand Painted One of One Artist's Proof-Sunset Song Blue -British Awarded Artist, 2025

Sold|~~$333~~

H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 0.12 in

Hand Painted One of One Artist's Proof-Sunset Song Blue -British Awarded Artist

Located in London, GB

This one of one unique Artist's proof is 80% hand painted by artist Shizico Yi on Giclee made on Aluminium, the original paints are hand mixed by the artist. It is the only hand pai...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Metal

Rebecca Wing Sze LamFoundational Study No. 25 (B) Gestural Form & Crimson Pigment, 2026

$2,850

H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.04 in

Foundational Study No. 25 (B) Gestural Form & Crimson Pigment

By Rebecca Wing Sze Lam

Located in STRETTON, AU

Foundational Studies 25(B) The Composition A refined entry point into the studio’s practice, Foundational Studies 25(B) is a deliberate exploration of form and verse. Executed on ha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Paint, Crayon, Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Archival ...

Jonas FischArt School - Large Oversized Original Textural Figurative Abstract Expressionist, 2018

$3,360Sale Price|40% Off

H 67 in W 52 in

Art School - Large Oversized Original Textural Figurative Abstract Expressionist

By Jonas Fisch

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Swedish artist Jonas Fisch’s imagery is vibrantly buzzing with colorful commentary on society - past and present - morphed into figures, words, and shapes. His heavily layered canvas...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Nicholas Evans"Wraiths Petals" (abstract, dark, flora, floral landscape, black, pink, green), 2024

$550

H 16.15 in W 10.63 in D 0.79 in

"Wraiths Petals" (abstract, dark, flora, floral landscape, black, pink, green)

By Nicholas Evans

Located in Paris, IDF

WRAITHS, PETALS 2024 Paris, France "Wraiths, Petals" is a dark, flora, atmospheric painting that blends organic forms with abstraction. Created using a mix of oil paint, oil stick, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Oil Crayon, Dye, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Oil, Acrylic

Shizico YiFrom Matisse to Hokusai-London Skyscape-Original Mono Screen-British awardArtist, 2012

$3,337

H 43.71 in W 22.84 in D 0.71 in

From Matisse to Hokusai-London Skyscape-Original Mono Screen-British awardArtist

Located in London, GB

This artwork was awarded and Pre-select by Bite , the exhibition, London 2012 , at The Mall Galleries, at the centre of London's famous The Mall, an iconic Avenue, in front of Buckin...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Fabric, Dye, Printer's Ink, Monoprint, Woodcut

Shizico YiHand-Painted Canvas Limited Edition#5/10–Sunshine Factory-British Awarded artist, 2023

$542

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 0.6 in

Hand-Painted Canvas Limited Edition#5/10–Sunshine Factory-British Awarded artist

Located in London, GB

This stunning large-scale hand-painted canvas edition is created in oil by Shizico Yi and is 95% hand painted directly onto canvas. Signed on the front and fully signed and numbered ...

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2010s Abstract David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Giclée, Archival Pigment

Bettina MauelThe Red Dress 5 - Framed Dynamic Original Red Figurative Abstract Oil Painting, 2016

$1,425

H 32 in W 39 in

The Red Dress 5 - Framed Dynamic Original Red Figurative Abstract Oil Painting

By Bettina Mauel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bettina Mauel, an internationally collected artist, effortlessly channels vitality and sensuality through her awe-inspiring collection of abstract and figurative paintings. With an u...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Graphite, Mixed Media, Oil

Previously Available Items

David StephensAbstract Purple and Peach Colored Textured Monoprint David Stephens, circa 1990s

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H 36 in W 24 in D 0.25 in

Abstract Purple and Peach Colored Textured Monoprint David Stephens

By David Stephens

Located in Soquel, CA

Vibrant and dynamic monoprint by David Stephens (American, 20th Century). Sand (or a similar medium) was used in the pressing of this monoprint, creating a pocked texture in multiple...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic

David StephensLavender Figurative Abstract, Nude Dancer, circa 1990s

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H 30 in W 18.75 in D 0.03 in

Lavender Figurative Abstract, Nude Dancer

By David Stephens

Located in Soquel, CA

Vibrant and dynamic unique monotype painting of an abstracted figure in motion in a dynamic pose, on a soft and textured background of lavender tones, by David Stephens (American, 20...

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1990s Expressionist David Stephens Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Mixed Media, Oil

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