Skip to main content

Michael David More Art

American, b. 1954

Abstract painter Michael David is best known for his use of encaustic, a technique that incorporates heated beeswax and pigment. Considered an inheritor of Abstract Expressionism, David’s abstract work primarily centers on the use of a densely layered surface to facilitate a direct and immediate spiritual experience. 

David often incorporates religious iconography and symbolism, art historical themes such as the nude, and contemporary politics into his paintings resulting in a critical dialogue between the layered abstraction of the surface and the integrated representational imagery. Alongside his work on canvas, David has developed a body of studio photography that recreates paintings by Caravaggio, Manet, and Mantegna, among others, in works that confront racism, homophobia, and sexism. 

David also works in mixed media and environmental sculpture, still within the horizon of his abiding concerns for sociopolitical questioning through art-making. His work is included in the public collections of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Denver Art Museum, Jewish Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art, Edward Albee Foundation and others.

Find original Michael David art on 1stDibs.

(Biography provided by Renata Fine Arts)

to
2
1
Overall Width
to
Overall Height
to
3
1
2
3
3
3
3
3
13
312
227
121
117
3
Artist: Michael David
All Good Cowboys Have Chinese Eyes - Giant Tondo

All Good Cowboys Have Chinese Eyes - Giant Tondo

By Michael David

Located in Phoenix, AZ

encaustic on panel b. 1954, Reno Nevada Michael David is best known for his use of encaustic on large abstract paintings. A practitioner of Abstract Expressionism, David layers bees...

Category

2010s Abstract Michael David More Art

Materials

Wax, Encaustic, Oil, Wood Panel

Sand & Sea
Sand & Sea

Sand & Sea

By Michael David

Located in Phoenix, AZ

encaustic on panel b. 1954, Reno Nevada Michael David is best known for his use of encaustic on large abstract paintings. A practitioner of Abstract Expressionism, David layers bees...

Category

2010s Color-Field Michael David More Art

Materials

Wood, Wax, Encaustic, Oil

All Good Cowboys Have Chinese Eyes
All Good Cowboys Have Chinese Eyes

All Good Cowboys Have Chinese Eyes

By Michael David

Located in Phoenix, AZ

encaustic on panel b. 1954, Reno Nevada Michael David is best known for his use of encaustic on large abstract paintings. A practitioner of Abstract Expressionism, David layers bees...

Category

2010s Color-Field Michael David More Art

Materials

Wax, Encaustic, Wood Panel, Oil

Related Items
Speedy Snoopy (Original Artwork On Wood Panel)
Speedy Snoopy (Original Artwork On Wood Panel)

Speedy Snoopy (Original Artwork On Wood Panel)

By Mauro Oliveira

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

**STORE CLOSURE - UP TO 80% OFF - TAKE ADVANTAGE OF IT** ***EVERYTHING MUST GO BY DECEMBER 31ST!*** >>The artist is moving to a new full time venture in 2026<< _________...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Michael David More Art

Materials

Acrylic, Wood Panel

Modernist Gestural Abstract Color Field Painting Woman Artist Francine Tint
Modernist Gestural Abstract Color Field Painting Woman Artist Francine Tint

Modernist Gestural Abstract Color Field Painting Woman Artist Francine Tint

By Francine Tint

Located in Surfside, FL

Francine Tint (b. 1943) Another Time Thick acrylic impasto on board, 1999, Hand signed 'Francine Tint' titled, dated Inscribed 'To Piri, Enjoy Much Love' on the reverse. 14 x 15 1/...

Category

1990s Color-Field Michael David More Art

Materials

Acrylic, Acrylic Polymer, Wood Panel

Empire Awaits - original abstract impressionism painting - contemporary art
Empire Awaits - original abstract impressionism painting - contemporary art

Empire Awaits - original abstract impressionism painting - contemporary art

Located in London, Chelsea

This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online. Empire Awaits by José Martinez transports the viewer to the to...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Michael David More Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Contemporary Abstract Oriental Signed Painting
Contemporary Abstract Oriental Signed Painting

Kozo InoueContemporary Abstract Oriental Signed Painting, 1974

$601Sale Price|64% Off

H 32.29 in W 31.89 in D 0.79 in

Contemporary Abstract Oriental Signed Painting

By Kozo Inoue

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful contemporary abstract signed painting Series of 4 canvas assembled to form a single painting signed Kozo Inoue dated 1974 This painting, never before on the market, comes f...

Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract Michael David More Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Blue tree, 45x45cm, oil on canvas

FleurBlue tree, 45x45cm, oil on canvas, 2025

$675Sale Price|25% Off

H 17.72 in W 17.72 in

Blue tree, 45x45cm, oil on canvas

By Fleur

Located in Yerevan, AM

Blue tree, 45x45cm, oil on canvas

Category

2010s Abstract Michael David More Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Untitled (Remembered)
Untitled (Remembered)

Untitled (Remembered)

By Jeremy Nichols

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an original painting on panel by artist Jeremy Nichols. The piece ships ready to hang in the pictured floater frame and measures 24in height x 18in width. The artist had recently focused on mainly graphite works in this style in recent years and this piece marks an exciting transition back to including paint and color in his process. Jeremy Nichols was born in Tokyo, Japan in 1982. He spent most of his youth in the suburbs of Columbus, Ohio and traveling back and forth from Tokyo, Japan. After high school, he went to the Ohio State University to study Printmaking under Charles Massey...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Michael David More Art

Materials

Acrylic, Wood Panel

Untitled No. 63  Abstract Composition Mixed Media
Untitled No. 63  Abstract Composition Mixed Media

Untitled No. 63 Abstract Composition Mixed Media

By Michael David

Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL

Untitled No 63,​ abstract composition 1987 Mixed media on wood panel, wax, oil, paper. signed with initials, gallery label. Abstract painter Michael David is best known for his use of encaustic, a technique that incorporates heated beeswax and pigment. Considered an inheritor of Abstract Expressionism, David’s abstract work primarily centers on the use of a densely layered surface to facilitate a direct and immediate spiritual experience. He often incorporates religious iconography and symbolism, art historical themes such as the nude, and contemporary politics into his paintings resulting in a critical dialogue between the layered abstraction of the surface and the integrated representational imagery. Alongside his work on canvas, David has developed a body of studio photography that recreates paintings by Caravaggio, Manet, and Mantegna, among others, in works that confront racism, homophobia, and sexism. David also works in mixed media and environmental sculpture...

Category

1980s Abstract Michael David More Art

Materials

Oil, Paper, Wax, Wood Panel

1970s Modern Abstract Italian Painting by Claudio Cazzola
1970s Modern Abstract Italian Painting by Claudio Cazzola

Claudio Cazzola1970s Modern Abstract Italian Painting by Claudio Cazzola, 1972

$1,058Sale Price|20% Off

H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 0.79 in

1970s Modern Abstract Italian Painting by Claudio Cazzola

By Claudio Cazzola

Located in Roma, IT

Beautiful modern painting from the 1970s by the artist Claudio Cazzola. An abstract motif of rare intensity and originality, this very elegant painting has two exhibition stamps on t...

Category

1970s Abstract Michael David More Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Modern Hiroshi Yasukawa Signed Abstract Painting
Modern Hiroshi Yasukawa Signed Abstract Painting

Modern Hiroshi Yasukawa Signed Abstract Painting

By Hiroshi Yasukawa

Located in Roma, IT

Important abstract painting by the great modern Japanese artist Depicts in the purest abstract-minimalist style an irregular rectangular geometric shape. The black and white chromati...

Category

1970s Abstract Geometric Michael David More Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Quarry" by Katheryn Holt - Green and Ochre Tone Color-Field Abstract Painting
"Quarry" by Katheryn Holt - Green and Ochre Tone Color-Field Abstract Painting

"Quarry" by Katheryn Holt - Green and Ochre Tone Color-Field Abstract Painting

Located in Carmel, CA

Katheryn Holt (American, born 1951) "Quarry" 2022 Oil Paint, Mixed Media, Wood Panel, Wood The artist signed the back of the painting. About the Artist: Katheryn Holt paints memory....

Category

2010s Color-Field Michael David More Art

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Wood, Wood Panel

Wallflower - 5"x7", Green, Pink, Black, White, Floral Abstract Painting
Wallflower - 5"x7", Green, Pink, Black, White, Floral Abstract Painting

Wallflower - 5"x7", Green, Pink, Black, White, Floral Abstract Painting

By Andrea Stajan-Ferkul

Located in Mississauga, Ontario

In this small and delicate painting, the combination of paint, pastel and paper collage, create a strong, abstracted composition. Pink and black pop from a vibrant background of inte...

Category

2010s Contemporary Michael David More Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Color Pencil, Oil Pastel, Oil, Magazine Paper

Michael David more art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Michael David more art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of more art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of red and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Michael David in encaustic paint, oil paint, organic material 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 minimalist style. Not every interior allows for large Michael David more art, so small editions measuring 32 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of and Christopher Wool. Michael David more art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $11,000 and tops out at $60,000, while the average work can sell for $11,000.