Helen Steele Paintings

American, 1961-2022

Artist Statement: My compositions are never preconceived, yet my themes are recurrent: the use of the figure as the means of investigating various psychological states: harmony, serenity, anxiety, and isolation... The figure is my starting point, not my true subject. My subjects are human presence and absence. My approach is intuitive, suggesting rather than detailing. As I work and rework my canvas the image appears sometimes only to elude me then to reassert itself much later. I work in multiple layers with buried images and words. paint is wiped off and layers are peeled yielding the emerging image. Symbolic markings, personal imagery, shapes, and words appear, and questions arise. Intimacy is translated through the sensuality of line, the simplest and subtlest of my tools. The line can be bold and assertive or sublime and quite sensual. Biography: 1961 - Born in Eisenstadt, Germany 1982 - 1987 - Studied at the Ludwigs Maximilian University in Munich 1987 - Earned master’s degree in art education, art history, and psychology 1986 - 1988 - Master studies with Hans Daucher, Capri, Italy 1987 - Move to Los Angeles, CA 1987 - 1988 multiple exhibitions in Los Angeles, ca 1988 - Move to San Rafael, CA 1991 - 2005 - Art Instructor 1999 - 2002 - Studies with Linda Goodman 1988 - 2018 - exhibitions in California, Colorado, Georgia, New Mexico, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, and Idaho

Artist: Helen Steele

Helen Steele'The Little Lake' by Helen Steele - Large Abstract Landscape in Earth Tones, 2010

$20,000

'The Little Lake' by Helen Steele - Large Abstract Landscape in Earth Tones

By Helen Steele

Located in Carmel, CA

Helen Steele (German, 1961-2022) 'The Little Lake' 2010 Mixed Media, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "The Little Lake" by Helen Steele is a 36" x ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Stretcher Bars

Helen Steele'A Feeling Within' by Helen Steele - Large Diptych Post Impressionist Landscape, 2010

$25,000

'A Feeling Within' by Helen Steele - Large Diptych Post Impressionist Landscape

By Helen Steele

Located in Carmel, CA

Helen Steele (German, 1961-2022) 'A Feeling Within' 2010 Mixed Media, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the paintings. "A Feeling Within", a masterwork by Helen S...

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21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Stretcher Bars

Helen Steele'Sundown' by Helen Steele - Muted Earth Tone Post Impressionist Landscape, 2010

$9,600Sale Price|28% Off

'Sundown' by Helen Steele - Muted Earth Tone Post Impressionist Landscape

By Helen Steele

Located in Carmel, CA

Helen Steele (German, 1961-2022) 'Sundown' 2010 Mixed Media, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "Sundown", a 36" x 36" mixed media canvas by Helen St...

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21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Stretcher Bars

Helen Steele'Lost' by Helen Steele - Ochre and Earth Tone Modern Figurative Painting, 2010

$19,000

'Lost' by Helen Steele - Ochre and Earth Tone Modern Figurative Painting

By Helen Steele

Located in Carmel, CA

Helen Steele (German, 1961-2022) 'Lost' 2010 Mixed Media, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "Lost" by Helen Steele is a 48" x 36" mixed media canvas...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Stretcher Bars

Helen Steele'The Couple in Red' by Helen Steele - Modern Abstract Figurative Painting, 2011

$10,000

'The Couple in Red' by Helen Steele - Modern Abstract Figurative Painting

By Helen Steele

Located in Carmel, CA

Helen Steele (German, 1961-2022) 'The Couple in Red' 2011 Mixed Media, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "The Couple in Red" is a stirring 30" x 24"...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Stretcher Bars

Helen Steele'In Passing' by Helen Steele - Red and Ochre Modern Figurative Abstract Art, 2010

$14,000

'In Passing' by Helen Steele - Red and Ochre Modern Figurative Abstract Art

By Helen Steele

Located in Carmel, CA

Helen Steele (German, 1961-2022) 'In Passing' 2010 Mixed Media, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "In Passing," a 48" x 24" work by Helen Steele, is...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Stretcher Bars

Michael PaukerAbstract Expressionist Figurative Homage to Willem de Kooning

$3,400Sale Price|29% Off

H 56.5 in W 39 in D 1.5 in

Abstract Expressionist Figurative Homage to Willem de Kooning

By Michael Pauker

Located in Soquel, CA

Abstract Expressionist Figurative Homage to Willem de Kooning's "Women Singing" Colorful and dynamic abstract expressionist figurative mixed media painting contemporary piece, featu...

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Late 20th Century Modern Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Magazine Paper, Stretcher Bars

Karnish ArtCarnival - Abstract Painting Modern Bold Invest Colorful Large Contemporary Joy, 2021

$1,900

H 35.83 in W 47.64 in D 0.79 in

Carnival - Abstract Painting Modern Bold Invest Colorful Large Contemporary Joy

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: The Guardians and the Carnival Abstract Painting Modern Bold Invest Colorful Large Contemporary Joy Love the detail in this artwork by Karnish. This work is part of a serie...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Color Pencil, Stretcher Bars

Nicola SimbariWalking By The Sea, 1970

$18,000

H 38 in W 46 in D 2 in

Walking By The Sea

By Nicola Simbari

Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL

Walking By The Sea. Artist signed lower right corner, canvas size (31 1/2 x 39 1/4in). Nicola Simbari was born in Italy and grow up in Rome. He studied at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Roma, and in the 1940s he began devoting himself to painting in a studio at Via del Babuino in central Rome. Simbari's early exposure to the architectural world had a lasting impression on his art, as he incorporated geometric forms and architectural structures into almost all of his paintings. He began to develop a distinct style stemming from impressions of life, nature, and the Mediterranean...

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1980s Expressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Oil

Karnish ArtAbsolute Wealth - Painting Contemporary Abstract Colorful Maximalism Bold Invest, 2022

$2,200

H 39.38 in W 47.25 in D 0.79 in

Absolute Wealth - Painting Contemporary Abstract Colorful Maximalism Bold Invest

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Absolute Wealth Large Painting Absolute Wealth - Contemporary Abstract Colorful Maximalism Bold Invest Another soulful artwork by Karnish. Symbols and forms unfold in this me...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Helen Steele Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Acrylic, Wood, Charcoal, Spray Paint, Color Pencil, Stret...

Paul-Louis Bolot (French 1918-2003)1960's French Post-Impressionist Signed Oil Painting Olive Tree in Provence, 1966

$989Sale Price|20% Off

H 22.5 in W 19 in D 1 in

1960's French Post-Impressionist Signed Oil Painting Olive Tree in Provence

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Provence Landscape by Paul-Louis Bolot (French 1918-2003) signed & dated 66'' oil on canvas in wooden frame framed: 22.5 x 19 inches canvas: 22 x 18 inches original oil painting con...

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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Vintage American Modernist Fauvist Landscape Oil Painting, 1990

$695

H 24 in W 18 in D 1 in

Vintage American Modernist Fauvist Landscape Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Vintage American modernist landscape oil painting. Oil on canvas. Provenance from a Sag Harbor, NY collection. Measuring: 18 by 24 inches overall. Excellent condition, ready to han...

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1990s Fauvist Helen Steele Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Karnish ArtEvanescence Painting Large Contemporary Bold Blue Statement Figurative Modern, 2024

$1,720

H 32.68 in W 46.46 in D 1.19 in

Evanescence Painting Large Contemporary Bold Blue Statement Figurative Modern

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Evanescence of Time Evanescence Painting Large Contemporary Bold Blue Statement Figurative Modern Texture Stories In this vibrant acrylic painting, I've infused the essence ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Oil, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Falling Together, Large-Scale Contemporary Multi-Color Abstract, c.2000

$2,195

H 48 in W 36 in D 1 in

Falling Together, Large-Scale Contemporary Multi-Color Abstract

Located in Soquel, CA

Falling Together, Large-Scale Contemporary Multi-Color Abstract Beautiful and compelling large-scale contemporary abstract by an unknown San Francisco bay area artist (American, 20t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Charles FuhrmanMid Century Modern Brick Path Through the Trees, Abstracted Landscape, 1960

$875

H 36 in W 24 in D 1 in

Mid Century Modern Brick Path Through the Trees, Abstracted Landscape

By Charles Fuhrman

Located in Soquel, CA

Mid-Century Modern abstracted landscape of autumn trees lining a red brick pathway by Charles Fuhrman (American, 1940-1995), c.1960s. Signed "Fuhrman" lower left. Unframed. Image, 36...

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1960s Post-Impressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Pierre Bittar"Village Mediterranee", 20th Century

$2,800

H 39.5 in W 33 in D 2 in

"Village Mediterranee"

By Pierre Bittar

Located in Astoria, NY

Pierre Bittar (French, b. 1934), "Village Mediterranee", Oil on Canvas, signed lower right, Wally Findlay Galleries label to verso, giltwood frame. Image: 31.25" H x 25" W; frame: 39...

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20th Century Post-Impressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

French SchoolLarge Figurative French Expressionist Signed Oil, group of figures, Moses?

$1,321Sale Price|20% Off

H 24.25 in W 20 in D 1 in

Large Figurative French Expressionist Signed Oil, group of figures, Moses?

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist/ School: French School, indistinctly signed and dated Title: Large group of figures travelling through desert - possibly Biblical, Moses? Medium: signed oil painting on canvas, framed and inscribed verso. framed: 24.25 x 20 inches...

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20th Century Expressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Karnish ArtWild Abundance - Abstract Maximalism Painting Show-stopper Unique Bold Symbolism, 2022

$1,390

H 29.93 in W 39.77 in D 0.79 in

Wild Abundance - Abstract Maximalism Painting Show-stopper Unique Bold Symbolism

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Wild Abundance Wild Abundance - Abstract Maximalism Painting Show-stopper Unique Bold Symbolism One-of-a-kind This painting is a vibrant and colorful celebration in mixed me...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars, Spray Paint

Previously Available Items

Helen Steele"A Little Sunshine" Mixed Media Landscape Abstract Expressionist, 2012

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H 30 in W 24 in D 1.5 in

"A Little Sunshine" Mixed Media Landscape Abstract Expressionist

By Helen Steele

Located in Carmel, CA

"A Little Sunshine" is a 30" x 24" mixed media canvas by Helen Steele and comprises of a serene composition in the style of contemporary figurative abstraction. The piece is swathed ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media

Helen Steele'Reflection' by Helen Steele - Vivid Figurative Abstract Painting in Red, 2013

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H 40 in W 30 in D 1.5 in

'Reflection' by Helen Steele - Vivid Figurative Abstract Painting in Red

By Helen Steele

Located in Carmel, CA

Helen Steele (German, 1961-2022) 'Reflection' 2013 Mixed Media, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. This piece titled "Reflection" by Helen Steele is ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Helen Steele Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Stretcher Bars

Helen Steele paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Helen Steele paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Helen Steele in canvas, fabric, mixed media 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 abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Helen Steele paintings, so small editions measuring 24 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Sylvia Rutkoff, Rebecca Allan, and Heather Farrell. Helen Steele paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $7,200 and tops out at $12,800, while the average work can sell for $10,000.