Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

Italian, b. 1927

Mario Padovan is an Italian Postwar & Contemporary painter born in 1927. His exploration of various artistic languages and movements reflects a relentless pursuit of self-expression and a profound engagement with the global artistic landscape. In the forties, Padovan delved into figurative art, beginning his artistic odyssey. The fifties saw him embracing informal art, followed by a foray into the vibrant world of Pop Art in the sixties. The seventies witnessed his experiments with Opt Art and image-splitting techniques, showcasing a willingness to push artistic boundaries. Throughout this journey, Padovan explored diverse materials and techniques, from traditional mediums like oil and acrylics to unconventional choices like colored sand, ready-made objects, paper, wood, steel, and even cold light. These elements, when combined, enriched his artistic expression, creating a multifaceted body of work. Padovan's artistic repertoire expanded to encompass sculpture, conceptual installations, and the creation of artist books to meet his evolving creative needs. Critics aptly labeled him a "creative nomad," acknowledging his responsiveness to inner impulses that guided his artistic evolution. In the eighties, Padovan's focus shifted to the geometry of the square, a fascination that would persist for decades. His exploration of geometric forms evolved into illuminated envelopes, a theme that gained prominence in his works. A significant milestone in Padovan's career occurred in 1984 when he exhibited at the 41st Venice Biennale, following an invitation from Giorgio Di Genova and Giovanni Carandente. Subsequent exhibitions showcased his unique blend of classical art citations, mainly drawing inspiration from the Renaissance and Baroque eras. The artist's geometric interpolations and extrapolations inspired by Bernini's Fontana dei Fiumi and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel figures were exhibited in Rome, Viterbo, and Ferrara, further solidifying his reputation as an artist with a profound connection to classical art. In 2000, Padovan found inspiration in the baroque angels of Ponte Sant'Angelo in Rome, infusing geometric and light elements to highlight the formal perfection of classical art. This marked a continuous dialogue with the past, a theme encapsulated by Picasso's words: "A mediocre artist imitates while a genius copies." As Padovan approaches ninety, his artistic curiosity remains undiminished. His ongoing studies delve into the coherence of numbers, the aesthetic mystery of Phidias' Golden Mean, modern graphic techniques, universal DNA, and the history of monotheistic religions. This relentless pursuit of knowledge and creativity epitomizes Padovan's "creative madness," a term he uses to describe the enduring passion that fuels his artistic exploration and innovation.

Artist: Mario Padovan

Mario PadovanWhite - Acrylic Painting by Mario Padovan - 1976, 1976

$2,149

White - Acrylic Painting by Mario Padovan - 1976

By Mario Padovan

Located in Roma, IT

White is an contemporary artwork realized by Mario Padovan in 1976. Mixed colored acrylic painting on canvas. Signature, title, date and technique on the back.

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1970s Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

Ryan RivadeneyraTranslucent Purple Bubbles, Mid-Century Shapes in Warm Tones, Overlapping Layers, 2021

$590

H 40 in W 28 in

Translucent Purple Bubbles, Mid-Century Shapes in Warm Tones, Overlapping Layers

By Ryan Rivadeneyra

Located in Barcelona, ES

"Translucent Purple Bubbles" is a hand-painted acrylic painting on high-quality 300g paper by artist Ryan Rivadeneyra. These painting, influenced by modernist artists of the 50's, 6...

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2010s Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Paper

LidoyneMexican Abstract Painting - Sublimation, 2010

$325

H 20 in W 16 in D 0.1 in

Mexican Abstract Painting - Sublimation

By Lidoyne

Located in Houston, TX

Abstract acrylic in earthy hues of green and accented in a deep maroon by Mexican artist Lidoyne, 2010. Signed and dated lower right. Original vintage one-of-a-kind artwork on pape...

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2010s Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic

Irena OrlovMid Century Modern Green Pink Mixed Media on Canvas 48" X 36", 2019

$5,250

H 36 in W 48 in D 1.5 in

Mid Century Modern Green Pink Mixed Media on Canvas 48" X 36"

By Irena Orlov

Located in Los Angeles, CA

One of a kind Mixed Medium on Canvas Artwork: Original abstract mixed media work on canvas, which combines new media - digital original hand painting, printed on canvas, then hand p...

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2010s Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink

Fred MartinSpring Landscape acrylic and pastel painting by Fred Martin, 1970-71

$3,000

H 18 in W 18 in

Spring Landscape acrylic and pastel painting by Fred Martin

By Fred Martin

Located in Hudson, NY

Exhibited: 1973 San Francisco Museum of Art 2003 Oakland Museum of California "Fred Martin Retrospective" A native Californian, Fred Martin was born...

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1970s American Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

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Masonite, Pastel, Acrylic

Richard Gubernick Hard Edge Painting on Canvas 1971, 1971

$3,600

H 42.25 in W 42.25 in D 1.5 in

Richard Gubernick Hard Edge Painting on Canvas 1971

Located in Dallas, TX

Richard Gubernick Geometric Hard-Edge Op Art Painting Acrylic on Canvas, 1970s A striking example of 1970s geometric abstraction, this acrylic on canvas by Richard Gubernick explore...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

Robert MotelskiReeds 7 March 09:13 - Modern Nature Oil Painting, Abstract, Minimalism, 2010

$1,791

H 17.72 in W 31.89 in D 0.79 in

Reeds 7 March 09:13 - Modern Nature Oil Painting, Abstract, Minimalism

By Robert Motelski

Located in Salzburg, AT

Robert Motelski's paintings are exceptional visions of nature, visions of space which surrounds us. They tell about being, fate and passing. They depend on the season of year, the ti...

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2010s Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Suzanne VisserTu me Manques - Acryl on canvas - Mixed technique - Handsigned Cert. of auth., 2019

$382Sale Price|20% Off

H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 0.79 in

Tu me Manques - Acryl on canvas - Mixed technique - Handsigned Cert. of auth.

By Suzanne Visser

Located in Sint-Truiden, BE

Acrylic paint on canvas Mixed technique Hand signed Certificate of authenticity Visual artist Suzanne Visser, was born on March 23, 1972 in Oostburg. After completing her studies at...

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2010s Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Ryan RivadeneyraTranslucent Teal Kidney Pools, Mid-Century Shapes and Layers in Cold Blue Tones, 2021

$540

H 28 in W 40 in

Translucent Teal Kidney Pools, Mid-Century Shapes and Layers in Cold Blue Tones

By Ryan Rivadeneyra

Located in Barcelona, ES

"Translucent Teal Kidney Pools" is a hand-painted acrylic painting on high-quality 300g paper by artist Ryan Rivadeneyra. These painting, influenced by modernist artists of the 50's...

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2010s Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Paper

Pascal MagisLarge Acrylic on Canvas, Pascal Magis (1955-2011), 1999

$12,500

H 59 in W 59 in D 2 in

Large Acrylic on Canvas, Pascal Magis (1955-2011)

By Pascal Magis

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Truly a spectacular piece, this acrylic on canvas is by French artist, Pascal Magis. Known for his use of color, Magis uses acrylics as though the paint has a life of its own. Domina...

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1990s Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Irena OrlovMid Century Modern Painting Green Aqua on Canvas 40x60", 2019

$8,500

H 40 in W 60 in D 1.5 in

Mid Century Modern Painting Green Aqua on Canvas 40x60"

By Irena Orlov

Located in Los Angeles, CA

One of a kind Mixed Medium on Canvas Artwork: Original abstract mixed media work on canvas, which combines new media - digital original hand painting, printed on canvas, then hand ...

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2010s Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink, Acrylic

Halina DomanskiHigh Deserts Modern Art Abstract Minimalism Contemporary Conceptual Signed, 2020

$1,800

H 30 in W 24 in D 1.5 in

High Deserts Modern Art Abstract Minimalism Contemporary Conceptual Signed

By Halina Domanski

Located in Yuba City, CA

Nature inspires me. One focus of my work is reduced painting in color and texture and add lines. I like to take the viewer on journey of discovery across the painting surface and sen...

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2010s Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

DanteModern Abstract Muted Painting, 2011

$195

H 20 in W 16 in D 0.1 in

Modern Abstract Muted Painting

By Dante

Located in Houston, TX

Esthetic modern abstract painting in muted pastel colorblocks by French artist, Dante (2011). Signed by the artist at bottom right. Original one-of-a-kind work of art on paper disp...

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2010s Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic

Previously Available Items

Mario PadovanWhite - Acrylic Painting by Mario Padovan - 1976, 1976

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H 39.38 in W 47.25 in D 0.79 in

White - Acrylic Painting by Mario Padovan - 1976

By Mario Padovan

Located in Roma, IT

White is an contemporary artwork realized by Mario Padovan in 1976. Mixed colored acrylic painting on canvas. Signature, title, date and technique on the back.

Category

1970s Modern Mario Padovan Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

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