In the beginnings of his artistic career, Peter Keil's style was influenced by German Expressionism. In the paintings from his early Berlin years, he mainly focused on typical big city settings and characters on the fringes of society. However, his style changed visibly at the beginning of the 60s when he lived in Paris for a while and emerged in the city's nightlife.
Keil increasingly parted with his realistic approach and developed a new, much more spontaneous and dynamic painting style which he developed further during his years in London and finally during his time as one of the "Berliner Neue Wilden" at the beginning of the 80s. Since then, the use of intensive to lurid colors and the absence of realistic representation have become characteristic of his painting style.
In Keil's paintings, the color is applied with quick brushstrokes and occasionally with impasto techniques and the images are additionally abstracted by the use of graffiti elements. He prefers to paint human figures, portraits, big city scenes, landscapes and still-life images of flowers. His emotional way of painting is mainly driven by a desire for freedom from social constraints and conventions. In the past 50 years, Keil has created numerous large- and small-scale paintings in oil and mixed media on canvas but also some sculptures in wood and steel and a great number of majolicas.
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Peter Robert Keil Acrylic Portrait on Impressionist Canvas
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
Peter Robert Keil acrylic portrait done on a stretched canvas. Keil is known for his portraits often being painted on top of other found art and paintings. This piece exhibits such ...
Canvas, Paint
$3,500
Couple
By Peter Keil
Located in Hollywood, FL
Artist: Peter Keil Title: Couple Size: 21 1/2 × 25 1/2 Inches (Framed: 24 1/2 × 28 1/2 Inches) Medium: Acrylic on Board Edition: Original Year: 1969 Notes: Hand Signed and Da...
Acrylic, Board
$675
H 9 in W 5 in D 1 in
Nightie Night 1 - 5"x9", Small Framed Artwork, Still-Life, White Beige Feminine
By Andrea Stajan-Ferkul
Located in Mississauga, Ontario
NIGHTIE NIGHT 1 - In this original artwork, focus is placed on the blending of delicate detail and expressive brush work. A subtle tone on tone texture is built up in the background ...
Acrylic, Pencil, Illustration Board
$795
H 34 in W 22 in D 2 in
Large Vintage American Modernist Cubist Portrait Original MCM Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist oil painting. Oil on canvas. Unsigned. Measuring: 34 by 22 inches overall. Excellent condition, ready to hang and enjoy.
Oil, Canvas
$9,674
H 66.93 in W 86.62 in D 1.19 in
Abstract Expressionist Painting in Acrylic and Oil, 21st Century
By Zahra Shahcheraghi
Located in Pampilhosa da Serra, PT
Untitled, from Zahra Shahcheraghi’s Enchanters of Heaven series (2024) Acrylic and oil pastel on canvas · 170 x 220 cm Zahra Shahcheraghi’s monumental abstraction bridges Persian ar...
Canvas, Acrylic, Oil
$454
H 11.82 in W 8.67 in D 0.04 in
Contemporary abstract expressionist woman's portrait painting "Edge of becoming"
By Mougenot Natalya
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This contemporary abstract expressionist woman’s portrait was created by French artist Natalya Mougenot as part of her ongoing series dedicated to Women. In this body of work, Mougen...
Canvas, Acrylic
$512
H 16.15 in W 13 in D 0.79 in
Contemporary abstract expressionist human portrait on canvas "Identity within"
By Mougenot Natalya
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
“Identity Within” – a metamodern reflection on inner truth, duality, and the human journey toward authentic selfhood “Identity Within” is a powerful and introspective portrait in wh...
Canvas, Acrylic
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 24 in W 18 in D 0.75 in
"Weeds" Colorful Abstract Expressionistic Mixed Media Painting on Canvas
By Paul Indrek Kostabi
Located in New York, NY
Paul Kostabi is known for his wildly fun, expressionistic, and colorful portraits. This painting is a perfect definition of his most popular works. Red, bright whites, greens, and blues disperse in a frenzy of splatters, fast brush strokes, and speckles ascending across the canvas. The exuberant, bright, and messy depictions of this piece hold much fascination in its execution. His layered approach to the paint is part of what makes his works so attractive and exciting; creating many dimensions and highlights resembling the shine and gleam of stars in the universe. This is a unique work painted with mixed media on canvas, is signed by the artist lower left and titled and dated on verso. Art measures 24 x 18 inches Paul Kostabi (Paul Indrek Kostabi) was born in 1962 in Whittier, California. He is an American artist, musician, music producer, and audio engineer. He is the brother of artist Mark Kostabi. He became part of the CBGB Festival in 2014 exhibiting paintings alongside photographers Bob Gruen, Michael Lavine...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
$2,750
H 17 in W 14 in D 1 in
"Fragmented" by L. A. Spowart - Contemporary Figure in Blue Abstract Painting
By Lesley Anne Spowart
Located in Carmel, CA
Lesley Anne Spowart (American, born 1957) "Fragmented" 2022 Acrylic Paint, Mixed Media, Board The artist signed the bottom right and back of the painting. "Fragmented" by Lesley Ann...
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Board
$740
H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 0.4 in
Starry starry night: Portrait, Painting, Abstract, Intense, Muse, Van Gogh
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: Starry starry night Portrait, Painting, Abstract, Intense, Muse, Contemporary, Invest, Van Gogh STARRY NIGHT - Van Gogh's Muse? This soulful artwork reflecting Van Gogh's S...
Acrylic, Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Stretcher Bars
$2,845
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 0.79 in
Untitled 4 - Series Final Fantasy, Minutiae Contemporary Figurative Painting
By Magdalena Peszkowska
Located in Hallein, AT
Magdalena Peszkowska born in 1980 in Gdańsk, Poland. Studied in Department of Painting at Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk (1999-2004). Diploma with special recognition in painting in ...
Acrylic, Cardboard
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 40 in W 30 in
"Hey Sinatra" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Portrait of Iconic Frank Sinatra
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
This painting is from the artist's Hollywood abstract series, where she instills the character on the lower half of the composition and depicts abstract colors and movements around t...
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$2,000Sale Price|42% Off
H 24 in W 18 in D 1.5 in
"Crunch N'Munch" Abstract Expressionistic Mixed Media Painting on Canvas
By Paul Indrek Kostabi
Located in New York, NY
Paul Kostabi is known for his wildly fun, expressionistic, and colorful portraits. This painting is a perfect definition of his most popular works. Red, bright whites, greens, and blues disperse in a frenzy of splatters, fast brush strokes, and speckles ascending across the canvas. Art measures 24 x 18 inches Paul Kostabi (Paul Indrek Kostabi) was born in 1962 in Whittier, California. He is an American artist, musician, music producer and audio engineer. He is the brother of artist Mark Kostabi. He became part of the CBGB Festival in 2014 exhibiting paintings alongside photographers Bob Gruen, Michael...
Acrylic, Canvas, Mixed Media
$600
H 8.27 in W 9.06 in D 0.4 in
Georgian Contemporary Art by Ilia Menabde - Mages
Located in Paris, IDF
Acrylic on cardboard Framed, 30 x 31,5 x 3 cm Ilia Menabde is a Georgian painter born in 2003 who lives and works in Tbilisi, Georgia. His practice explores the relationship between...
Cardboard, Acrylic
$398
H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 0.6 in
Contemporary Expressionist portrait woman acrylic painting "Feminine Power"
By Mougenot Natalya
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This modern vibrant abstract expressionist woman's portrait was created by French artist Natalya Mougenot and makes part of her ongoing series dedicated to Women, where she explores ...
Canvas, Acrylic
$990
H 28.35 in W 39.77 in D 0.2 in
Portrait Painting Longing Africa Bold Flow Desire Striking Invest Gold Sensual
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: My African Dream - The Longing Portrait Painting Contemplation Africa Bold Flow Dream Striking Investment Color Gold Abstract portrait in Acrylics and Oil sealed with high qu...
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$640
H 24.02 in W 24.02 in D 0.79 in
Dreamtime: Portrait Abstract Contemporary Butterfly Soft Warm Freedom Invest
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: Dreamtime Dreamtime Portrait Abstract Contemporary Butterfly Soft Warm Freedom Portraits through the eyes of Karnish. "DREAMTIME Follow her to a world of play and abundan...
Gesso, Canvas, Acrylic, Pastel, Wood, Stretcher Bars
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H 24 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Colorful Portrait Painting on Board by Peter Keil w Tiffany Blue Background
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
This modern abstract painting by Peter Keil is on a smooth masonite board with a painted Tiffany Blue background, black abstract portrait. Here you ...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
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H 29 in W 17 in D 1 in
Stunning Gold Framed Portrait Painting on Canvas 'Berlin' with COA
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
Peter Keil's painting on canvas. Canvas without frame measures 24"x12". Beautiful gold frame is included with this lovely piece. Peter Keil's paintings on canvas are becoming more ...
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 24 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Colorful Portrait Painting on Board by Peter Keil
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
This modern abstract painting by Peter Keil is on a smooth masonite board with a painted Tiffany Blue background, black abstract portrait with many ...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
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H 24 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Colorful Portrait Painting on Board by Peter Keil
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
This modern abstract painting by Peter Keil is on a smooth masonite board with a painted grey background, black abstract portrait with many colors. Here you certainly see the Picasso...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
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H 24 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Colorful Portrait Painting on Board by Peter Keil
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
This modern abstract painting by Peter Keil is on a smooth masonite board with a painted grey background, black abstract portrait with many colors. Here you certainly see the Picasso...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
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H 28 in W 22 in D 1.75 in
Peter Robert Keil Acrylic Portrait on Impressionist Canvas
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
Peter Robert Keil acrylic portrait done on a stretched canvas. Neil is known for his portraits often being painted on top of other found art and paintings. This piece exhibits such ...
Canvas, Paint
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H 24 in W 12 in D 0.125 in
Abstracted Neutral Portrait Painting by Peter Keil - Black & Tan
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
A beautiful Peter Keil original painting. Keil's signature style is shown in these Picasso inspired portraits. These portraits are characteristic of Keil's work in the 1980s when the...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
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H 24 in W 12 in D 0.125 in
Abstract Portrait Painting by Peter Keil - Black & Tan
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
A beautiful Peter Keil original painting. Keil's signature style is shown in these Picasso inspired portraits. These portraits are characteristic of Keil's work in the 1980s when the...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
Sold
H 24 in W 12 in D 0.125 in
Abstract Portrait Painting by Peter Keil - Black & Tan
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
A beautiful Peter Keil original painting. Keil's signature style is shown in these Picasso inspired portraits. These portraits are characteristic of Keil's work in the 1980s when the...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
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H 24 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Colorful Abstract Portrait Painting on Board- Rainbow Showers by Peter Keil
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
This modern abstract painting by Peter Keil is on a smooth masonite board with a taupe background, black abstract portrait and showered with many colors. Here you certainly see the P...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
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H 24 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Whimsical Geometric Multicolor Abstract Portrait Painting on Board by Peter Keil
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
This modern abstract painting by Peter Keil is on a smooth masonite board with a light gray grey background, a black abstracted portrait with lovely whimsical pops of color. Attract...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
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H 24 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Abstract Portrait Painting on Board by Peter Keil
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
This modern abstract painting by Peter Keil is on smooth masonite board with a light gray graphite background, a black abstracted portrait and pops of lovely bright yet subtle colors...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
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H 24 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Black White & Blue Abstract Portrait Painting on Board by Peter Keil
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
This modern abstract painting by Peter Keil is on masonite board with a white textured background and a black & blue abstract portrait. Attracti...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
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H 24 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Black & White Abstract Portrait Painting on Board by Peter Keil
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
This modern abstract painting by Peter Keil is on masonite board with a white textured background and a black abstracted portrait. Attractive design piece with matte finish and lots...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
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H 24 in W 12 in D 0.125 in
Abstract Portrait Painting by Peter Keil - Black on Tan
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
A beautiful Peter Keil original painting. Keil's signature style is shown in these Picasso inspired portraits. These portraits are characteristic of Keil's work in the 1980s when the...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board