Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

American

Howard Margolis is known for his somewhat primitive or naive forms created in a modernist style. He was a young man with a complex talent and message. He was referred to as a “neo-expressionist” with references to the stylistic and emotional content of the work of Munch, the horrendous primitive of Dubuffet and mystic, child-like images of Klee, and Abstract Expressionist concerns of neo-figurative painting. Margolis’s works were often genre scenes but occasionally included random animals. He was an artist, musician, father, teacher, mentor and social worker. Margolis’s life and spirit are memorialized at the Berkeley Zen Center.

(Biography provided by Robert Azensky Fine Art)

Artist: Howard Margolis

Howard MargolisMid Century Lake Anza Berkeley Bay Area Abstract Expressionist Landscape W/C, c.1960s

$680Sale Price|20% Off

Mid Century Lake Anza Berkeley Bay Area Abstract Expressionist Landscape W/C

By Howard Margolis

Located in Soquel, CA

Brilliantly colorful mid century expressive abstracted landscape of Lake Anza in Berkeley by Bay Area artist Howard Margolis (American, 1927-2015). Signed “Margolis” in lower right c...

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Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Paper, Watercolor

FRANCESCA OWEN Flora, Of All Flowers. Contemporary Impressionist Oil Painting, 2022

$6,924

H 47.25 in W 47.25 in

Flora, Of All Flowers. Contemporary Impressionist Oil Painting

Located in Brecon, Powys

This painting is a gently glowing Expressionist still life. The shades Francesca Owen has used are naturalistic and warm. Now more than ever there's a p...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Brita HanssonMid Century Abstract Figurative LandscapeOil Painting - Harvest Under the Canopy, 1950s

$1,101

H 24.61 in W 29.53 in

Mid Century Abstract Figurative LandscapeOil Painting - Harvest Under the Canopy

Located in Bristol, GB

HARVEST UNDER THE CANOPY Size: 62.5 x 75 cm (including frame) Oil and gouache on card laid onto board A rich and striking striking mid-century modernist figurative landscape composi...

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Paper, Gouache, Board

Paul WadsworthMountain Pool Swim: Contemporary Expressionist Oil Painting, 2023

$7,750

H 47.25 in W 47.25 in

Mountain Pool Swim: Contemporary Expressionist Oil Painting

By Paul Wadsworth

Located in Brecon, Powys

Paul Wadsworth is one of the UK’s leading exponents of Expressionist paintings. His pieces are heavily worked with layers of richly applied paint, the result is paintings that sing w...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Olena KishkurnoSpring Picnic, 2025

$1,435

H 37.41 in W 47.25 in D 0.04 in

Spring Picnic

Located in Zofingen, AG

shipped in roll Spring Picnic is a contemporary painting portraying a quiet moment of closeness between two women resting together in a spring garden. Rendered in soft pastel tones, ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Olena KishkurnoIsland Hours, 2025

$657

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 1.58 in

Island Hours

Located in Zofingen, AG

“Island Hours” captures a suspended moment when time softens and the world feels gently out of focus. The work carries a quiet tropical mood, shaped by warm sunset light and a relaxe...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Andreas Claussen"Search" by Andreas Claussen, Surreal Astronaut Painting, 2023

$4,500

H 31.5 in W 31.5 in

"Search" by Andreas Claussen, Surreal Astronaut Painting

By Andreas Claussen

Located in Denver, CO

Andreas Claussen’s "Search" (2022) is a striking oil painting that blends surrealism and contemporary realism. Measuring 31.5 x 31.5 inches, this compelling work depicts a lone astro...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Mougenot NatalyaContemporary figurative coastal seaside french village painting "Sea walk", 2026

$538

H 16.54 in W 11.7 in D 0.04 in

Contemporary figurative coastal seaside french village painting "Sea walk"

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

"Sea Walk” is a vibrant coastal scene by French artist Natalya Mougenot, capturing the joyful energy of a seaside day through bold color and gesture. Three red and yellow boats tilt ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic

Paul WadsworthStanding By The Temple Lake: Contemporary Expressionist Oil Painting, 2024

$9,486

H 55.12 in W 55.12 in

Standing By The Temple Lake: Contemporary Expressionist Oil Painting

By Paul Wadsworth

Located in Brecon, Powys

Paul Wadsworth has a strong affiliation with the Indian sub-continent and after spending 6 months in the beautiful southern state of Kerala he has returned to his English studio to p...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Michael John HuntCotswold Landscape Painting, Modern Acrylic on Panel, Framed Art, 2026

$7,617

H 25 in W 29 in D 2 in

Cotswold Landscape Painting, Modern Acrylic on Panel, Framed Art

By Michael John Hunt

Located in Sandwich, GB

The Cotswolds! The only way to describe The Cotswolds is that of glorious verdant landscapes and Michael has captured the beauty and serenity perfectly in this painting. Acrylic ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic

Karnish ArtAbundance - The Grapevine Landscape Figurative Colorful Striking Painting Art, 2023

$2,000

H 33.08 in W 46.46 in D 1.19 in

Abundance - The Grapevine Landscape Figurative Colorful Striking Painting Art

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Abundance - The Grapevine Feminine Humanity Colorful Striking Painting Sensual Humanity Powerful Purple Turquoise Flowers Fruit Book Nature Grapes Landscape This strikingly...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic

Paul WadsworthReflected Sun. Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting, 2025

$6,500

H 31.5 in W 31.5 in

Reflected Sun. Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting

By Paul Wadsworth

Located in Brecon, Powys

Leading British Expressionist Paul Wadsworth captures the magic of India in his paintings. These unique pieces are created from real life scenes and experiences laid down onto the ca...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Tibor Nagy"Fade into Night" (2025) Original Abstract Expressionist Cityscape Oil Painting, 2025

$5,600

H 19.7 in W 19.7 in

"Fade into Night" (2025) Original Abstract Expressionist Cityscape Oil Painting

Located in Denver, CO

Tibor Nagy's "Fade into Night" (2025) is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts an abstracted scene of a view down a rainy highway. About the Arti...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Linen

Previously Available Items

Howard MargolisBrown Eyed Man, 1980s

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H 11.5 in W 12.5 in D 0.75 in

Brown Eyed Man

By Howard Margolis

Located in Soquel, CA

Portrait of a brown-eyed man by Berkeley artist Howard Margolis (American, 1927-2015). Unsigned, with “Howard Margolis” on verso. Presented in a simple wood frame without glass. Imag...

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Late 20th Century Expressionist Howard Margolis Figurative Paintings

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Masonite, Acrylic

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