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Karel Appel Paintings

Dutch, 1921-2006
Karel Appel was a founding member of COBRA, an art movement originating in Germany that strived to replicate and invoke the child’s approach to art. Within this movement he created abstracted and simplified figures, often monsters and fractured depictions of people.
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Artist: Karel Appel
Figures, Abstracted Faces
By Karel Appel
Located in New York, NY
A large and impressive Karel Appel of his most desirable subject, abstracted faces. Very difficult to find a work of this size and impact by the artist. Often the faces are not as ...
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1970s Abstract Expressionist Karel Appel Paintings

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Canvas, Paper, Oil

Abstract Cobra acryl painting in orange, yellow & red, called 'Venster'
By Karel Appel
Located in Oostende, BE
Unique painting by Karel Appel (part of Cobra movement). The paining is signed and comes with a certificate by Jan Nieuwenhuizen Segaar (Karel Appel expert). The sizes mentioned ar...
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1980s Karel Appel Paintings

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Canvas, Paper, Acrylic

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Karel Appel paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Karel Appel paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Karel Appel in canvas, fabric, paint and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Karel Appel paintings, so small editions measuring 24 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Kristy Chettle, Marisa Busanel, and Julia Marc. Karel Appel paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $30,593 and tops out at $88,000, while the average work can sell for $55,000.
Questions About Karel Appel Paintings
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025
    Karel Appel is famous for his influence on the world of fine art. He was a founding member of CoBrA, an art movement originating in Germany that strived to replicate and invoke a child’s approach to art. Within this movement, he created abstracted and simplified figures, often monsters and fractured depictions of people. Shop an assortment of Karel Appel art on 1stDibs.

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