Maura Petersen Paintings

American, Danish, b. 1956

Maura Petersen, an inspired artist, was nurtured in an environment steeped in artistry, shaped by the vibrant community surrounding her father, Roland Petersen, a founding professor at the University of California Davis Art Department. Her childhood was rich in modern art influences, with sculptures and paintings by notable artists like Manuel Neri and Wayne Thiebaud gracing her family home. A pivotal sabbatical to Europe in the 1960s exposed her to the art scenes in Paris and London, where she attended lectures and marveled at masterpieces in the Louvre and other prestigious museums. Later on in her career, Maura engaged in intensive study from 2017 to 2021 at Monterey Peninsula College and Cabrillo College, focusing on Color Theory, figure drawing/painting, and Design. Her mentorship under Claire Thorson and her father helped refine her technique, focusing on contrasts in values, saturation, and spatial dynamics. Maura’s artistic medium of choice includes oils for expansive, free-form subject matter and acrylics for structured, prismatic motifs. Her works explore the interaction of the human figure with both natural and constructed environments, capturing the contrasts of light and shadow and the interplay of forms.

Artist: Maura Petersen

Maura Petersen"The Swimmer" - Contemporary Bright Colorful Figurative Abstract Oil Painting, 2025

$7,000

"The Swimmer" - Contemporary Bright Colorful Figurative Abstract Oil Painting

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "The Swimmer" 2025 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. "The Swimmer" radiates confidence and c...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Open Figure", Contemporary Figurative Nude, Blurred Model, Acrylic on Canvas, 2019

$4,500

"Open Figure", Contemporary Figurative Nude, Blurred Model, Acrylic on Canvas

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Open Figure" 2019 Acrylic paint on stretched canvas Signed on the back of the canvas. “Open Figure” is a dynamic figurative painting that empha...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Summer Still Life" - Vibrant Colorful Modern Abstract Textural Still Life Art, 2025

$7,000

"Summer Still Life" - Vibrant Colorful Modern Abstract Textural Still Life Art

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, Danish born 1956) "Summer Still Life" 2025 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. "Summer Still Life" is a v...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"The Guest", Large Figurative Abstract Interior Scene, Soft Vibrant Tones, Oil, 2026

$11,750

"The Guest", Large Figurative Abstract Interior Scene, Soft Vibrant Tones, Oil

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "The Guest" 2026 Acrylic paint on stretched canvas The artist signed the bottom right corner of the painting. "The Guest" draws the viewer into ...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Stretcher Bars, Oil

Maura Petersen"Lounging Figure" by Maura Petersen - Colorful Textured Abstract Woman Resting, 2019

$3,750Sale Price|25% Off

"Lounging Figure" by Maura Petersen - Colorful Textured Abstract Woman Resting

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Lounging Figure" 2019 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. In "Lounging Figure", Maura Petersen en...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Figure in Blue Suit", Contemporary Figurative Piece, Vibrant Acrylic on Canvas, 2023

$9,500

"Figure in Blue Suit", Contemporary Figurative Piece, Vibrant Acrylic on Canvas

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Figure in Blue Suit" 2023 Acrylic paint on stretched canvas The artist signed the bottom right corner of the painting. “Figure in Blue Suit” is...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Still-Life" by M. Petersen - Colorful Abstract Impressionist Still-Life, 2024

$9,500

"Still-Life" by M. Petersen - Colorful Abstract Impressionist Still-Life

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Still-Life" 2024 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. Maura Petersen’s “Still-Life” exudes...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"The March" by M. Petersen - Vibrant Expressive Powerful Figurative Scene, 2024

$10,500

"The March" by M. Petersen - Vibrant Expressive Powerful Figurative Scene

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "The March" 2024 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. In "The March", Maura Petersen paints...

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2010s Expressionist Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura PetersenContemporary Oil Painting on Canvas, Figurative Oil Painting, Signed, 48x36, 2026

$10,500

Contemporary Oil Painting on Canvas, Figurative Oil Painting, Signed, 48x36

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

"Stellar" is a bold and joyful figurative painting that captures a woman in a moment of complete ease, arms raised, weight shifting naturally, entirely at home in her own body. Peter...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Stretcher Bars, Oil

Maura PetersenReclining Figure, Maura Petersen, Acrylic Paint on Canvas, Figurative Painting, 2024

$10,150

Reclining Figure, Maura Petersen, Acrylic Paint on Canvas, Figurative Painting

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, Danish, born 1956) "Reclining Figure" 2024 Acrylic paint on stretched canvas. Signature and date in the bottom right corner. Comes with a certificate of aut...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Acrylic, Canvas, Stretcher Bars

Maura PetersenColorful Contemporary Acrylic Painting, Vibrant Figurative Scene, 50x44, 2026, 2026

$12,750

Colorful Contemporary Acrylic Painting, Vibrant Figurative Scene, 50x44, 2026

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

"Couple by the Shore" by Maura Petersen is a warm and inviting painting that captures the simple pleasure of two people sharing a meal beside the ocean. Petersen places her figures o...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Stretcher Bars, Acrylic, Canvas

Maura PetersenColorful Large Figurative Painting, Acrylic Paint on Canvas, Signed Original, 2026

$12,950

Colorful Large Figurative Painting, Acrylic Paint on Canvas, Signed Original

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

"Women at Aqua Lake" is pure summer, rendered in Maura Petersen's most vibrant and joyful palette. Two women lounge in camp chairs beside a dock, wide-brimmed hats, cold drinks nearb...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Stretcher Bars, Canvas, Acrylic

Maura Petersen"Orange" - Contemporary Figurative Landscape Acrylic Painting in Orange and Blue, 2021

$11,250

"Orange" - Contemporary Figurative Landscape Acrylic Painting in Orange and Blue

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Orange" 2021 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom left of the painting. In "Orange," Maura Petersen captures a solita...

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2010s Expressionist Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Dillon Beach Couple II" Colorful Contemporary Figurative Acrylic Painting, 2026, 2026

$10,640

"Dillon Beach Couple II" Colorful Contemporary Figurative Acrylic Painting, 2026

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Dillon Beach Couple II" 2026 Acrylic paint on canvas, stretcher bars Signed in the bottom left corner and on the verso. "Dillon Beach Couple II...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura PetersenJoan IV, Maura Petersen, Large Colorful Contemporary Figurative Acrylic Painting, 2026

$13,600

Joan IV, Maura Petersen, Large Colorful Contemporary Figurative Acrylic Painting

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Joan IV" 2026 Acrylic paint on canvas, stretcher bars Signed in the bottom right corner and on the verso. "Joan IV" is a bold and psychological...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Stretcher Bars, Acrylic

Maura PetersenFigure with Boats, Maura Petersen, Contemporary Acrylic on Canvas, 48 x 36, 2024, 2024

$10,450

Figure with Boats, Maura Petersen, Contemporary Acrylic on Canvas, 48 x 36, 2024

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1957) "Figure with Boats" 2024 Acrylic paint on stretched canvas Signature in the bottom right corner. Comes with a certificate of authenticity and a l...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Acrylic, Canvas, Stretcher Bars

Maura PetersenColorful Figurative Oil Painting, Woman on Chaise, Original Oil Painting, 48x36, 2024

$10,500

Colorful Figurative Oil Painting, Woman on Chaise, Original Oil Painting, 48x36

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Few artists capture the pleasure of a lazy summer afternoon quite like Maura Petersen, and "Woman on Chaise" is one of her most relaxed and sun-drenched works. A figure reclines on a...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Oil, Canvas, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Anne's Dream" by Maura Petersen - Expressionist Figurative of a Woman Lounging, 2024

$8,250

"Anne's Dream" by Maura Petersen - Expressionist Figurative of a Woman Lounging

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Anne's Dream" 2024 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. Anne's Dream by Maura Petersen captures the el...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Linden Lane" - Vibrant Colorful Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Quiet Scene, 2025

$9,500

"Linden Lane" - Vibrant Colorful Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Quiet Scene

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Linden Lane" 2025 Acrylic paint on stretched canvas The artist signed the bottom left of the painting. “Linden Lane” captures a quiet, intimate...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Stretcher Bars, Acrylic

Maura Petersen'Figure on Couch' by Maura Petersen - Figurative Abstract of a Woman Sitting, 2022

$10,500

'Figure on Couch' by Maura Petersen - Figurative Abstract of a Woman Sitting

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Figure on Couch" 2022 Acrylic paint, Canvas, Stretcher bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. "Figure on Couch" by Maura Pete...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Figure with Cat", Colorful Interior Figurative Abstract, Woman Seated with Cat, 2022

$9,500

"Figure with Cat", Colorful Interior Figurative Abstract, Woman Seated with Cat

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Figure with Cat" 2022 Acrylic paint on stretched canvas The artist signed the bottom right corner of the painting. “Figure with Cat” by Maura P...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Summer Cafe" Colorful Figurative Abstract, Cafe Scene, Acrylic on Canvas, 2025, 2025

$10,800

"Summer Cafe" Colorful Figurative Abstract, Cafe Scene, Acrylic on Canvas, 2025

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Summer Cafe" 2025 Acrylic paint on canvas, stretcher bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. "Summer Cafe" captures that parti...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Woman in Lavender", Acrylic Figurative Interior Painting, Seated Woman, Signed, 2019

$2,800

"Woman in Lavender", Acrylic Figurative Interior Painting, Seated Woman, Signed

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Woman in Lavender" 2019 Acrylic paint on stretched canvas Signed on the back of the canvas. “Woman in Lavender” is an expressive figurative wor...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Figure on Aqua Couch" - Colorful Modern Fauvist Inspired Figurative Painting, 2025

$7,500

"Figure on Aqua Couch" - Colorful Modern Fauvist Inspired Figurative Painting

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Figure on Aqua Couch" 2025 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom left of the painting. "Figur...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Figure in Reflection", Colorful Bay Area Figurative Painting, Woman with Mirror, 2025

$7,500

"Figure in Reflection", Colorful Bay Area Figurative Painting, Woman with Mirror

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Figure in Reflection" 2025 Acrylic paint on stretched canvas The artist signed the bottom right corner of the painting. “Figure in Reflection” ...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Blue Star" by Maura Petersen - Green and Blue Contemporary Abstract Woman Model, 2019

$2,000

"Blue Star" by Maura Petersen - Green and Blue Contemporary Abstract Woman Model

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Blue Star" 2019 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. In "Blue Star", Maura Petersen uses expressiv...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Woman in Sunlight and Shadow" by M. Petersen - Colorful Figurative Abstract, 2025

$9,500

"Woman in Sunlight and Shadow" by M. Petersen - Colorful Figurative Abstract

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Woman in Sunlight and Shadow" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. "Woman in Sunlight...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Horse and Woman" by M. Petersen - Expressionist Figurative in Light and Shadow, 2024

$9,500

"Horse and Woman" by M. Petersen - Expressionist Figurative in Light and Shadow

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Horse and Woman" 2024 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. In "Horse and Woman", Maura Petersen ca...

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2010s Expressionist Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen'Bath Scene' by Maura Petersen - Colorful Expressionist Figurative Painting, 2023

$11,500

'Bath Scene' by Maura Petersen - Colorful Expressionist Figurative Painting

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Bath Scene" 2023 Acrylic paint, Canvas, Stretcher bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. Maura Petersen's 'Bath Scene' is a v...

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2010s Expressionist Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Model by Window" by Maura Petersen - Stunning Figurative Impressionist Woman, 2024

$3,250Sale Price|27% Off

"Model by Window" by Maura Petersen - Stunning Figurative Impressionist Woman

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Model by Window" 2024 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. In "Model by Window," Maura Petersen ca...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Awakening" - Bright Colorful Textural Figurative Woman Sitting Abstract Artwork, 2025

$4,750

"Awakening" - Bright Colorful Textural Figurative Woman Sitting Abstract Artwork

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Awakening" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. In “Awakening,” Maura Petersen captur...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"The Dining Room", Vibrant Colorful Figurative Painting, Couple with Flowers, 2025

$9,500

"The Dining Room", Vibrant Colorful Figurative Painting, Couple with Flowers

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "The Dining Room" 2025 Acrylic paint on stretched canvas The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. In "The Dining Room," Maura Peterse...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Westside Cafe" - Colorful Expressionist Sunlit Cafe Scene Acrylic Painting, 2025

$11,250

"Westside Cafe" - Colorful Expressionist Sunlit Cafe Scene Acrylic Painting

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Westside Cafe" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. In "Westside Cafe", Maura Peterse...

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2010s Expressionist Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen"Untitled" by Maura Petersen - Expressionist Figurative of a Woman by a Window, 2024

$3,500

"Untitled" by Maura Petersen - Expressionist Figurative of a Woman by a Window

By Maura Petersen

Located in Carmel, CA

Maura Petersen (American, born 1956) "Untitled" 2024 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "Untitled" by Maura Petersen captures a figure...

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2010s Contemporary Maura Petersen Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Maura Petersen paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Maura Petersen paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of paintings to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of blue and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Maura Petersen in canvas, fabric, paint 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 contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Maura Petersen paintings, so small editions measuring 16 inches across are available. Maura Petersen paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,000 and tops out at $13,000, while the average work can sell for $8,125.