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MINIMALIST STYLE

A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.

Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)

Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.

Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.

Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.

Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Minimalist
Elevation 1. John Groom, 1981, Acrylic on Canvas
Elevation 1. John Groom, 1981, Acrylic on Canvas

Elevation 1. John Groom, 1981, Acrylic on Canvas

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Amazing artwork by Jon Groom Acrylic on canvas. We have mounted it on a white acrylic painted board Excellent provenance- Nicola Jacobs Gallery and then to owner The mea...

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1980s English Vintage Minimalist Paintings

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Paper

Vintage Monumental 1999 Original Jungle Painting on Canvas
Vintage Monumental 1999 Original Jungle Painting on Canvas

Vintage Monumental 1999 Original Jungle Painting on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This monumental original oil painting, dated 1999, is a captivating celebration of the exotic, echoing the lush and surreal jungle landscapes of Henri Rousseau. The composition featu...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Untitled Abstract Oil Painting, Minimalist Style, Hand-Painted, 2017
Untitled Abstract Oil Painting, Minimalist Style, Hand-Painted, 2017

Untitled Abstract Oil Painting, Minimalist Style, Hand-Painted, 2017

By Brynhildur Gudmundsdóttir

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Abstract Oil Painting Education 1994–96 MFA, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada 1991–94 BFA, Rockford College, Illinois, USA Solo Exhibitions 2017/18 Landscape / Still Moving, Rockford Art Museum Annex, Rockford, Illinois, USA 2017 Life Still / In Motion, Kortman Gallery, Rockford, Illinois, USA 2015 Ljósanótt, Keflavik, Iceland 2014 Umbrot, Kaffi Sólon, Reykjavik, Iceland 2012 Brotinn himinn, Kaffi Sólon, Reykjavik, Iceland 2011 Eins og enginn sé morgundagurinn, Listasalur IÐU, Reykjavik, Iceland 2009 Myndbirtingar, B5, Reykjavik, Iceland 2006 ekki endilega hér / hvergi (possibly nowhere), Gallerí List, Reykjavik, Iceland 2006 In Transit, Galeriazero, Barcelona, Spain 2005 Koma og fara, SPH, Garðabaer, Iceland 2001 flökt (taktur einsemd snerting), Café Prestó, Kopavogur, Iceland 1999 Manngervingar (anthropomorphic), The Labour Unions’ Art Gallery, Iceland 1998 hafið bláa hafið, Gallerí smíðar&skart, Reykjavik, Iceland Group Exhibitions 2016 Ljósanótt, Keflavik, Iceland 2002 Anniversary Exhibition, Gallerí List, Reykjavik, Iceland 1998 Brynhildur Gudmundsdottir & Hekla Gudmundsdottir, Bílar&list, Reykjavik, Iceland 1996 Masters of Fine Arts Graduate Exhibition, Belkin Gallery, Vancouver, Canada 1996 XQXQXQX, Skuggi Gallery, Rockford, Illinois, USA 1995 Invitational Drawing Exhibition, OR Gallery, Vancouver, Canada 1995 Annual Erotic Art Exhibition, New-Era Society, Victoria, Canada 1995 Opening Exhibition, Skuggi Gallery, Rockford, Illinois, USA 1995 Gullnáman, Laugarvatn, Iceland 1995 Heart Art, Rockford College Art Gallery, Illinois, USA 1994 TSYQEOPXHBE, BFA Exhibition, Rockford College Art Gallery, Illinois, USA 1994 Just Another One Night Stand, Rockford College Art Gallery, USA 1993 No Icelandic Conversation, Rockford College Student Art...

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2010s Icelandic Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Paint

Vintage Monumental 1999 Original Jungle Painting Oil on Canvas
Vintage Monumental 1999 Original Jungle Painting Oil on Canvas

Vintage Monumental 1999 Original Jungle Painting Oil on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This monumental original oil painting, dated 1999, is a captivating celebration of the exotic, echoing the lush and surreal jungle landscapes of Henri Rousseau. The composition featu...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Johannes Jan Schoonhoven wall relief Netherlands 2018
Johannes Jan Schoonhoven wall relief Netherlands 2018

Johannes Jan Schoonhoven wall relief Netherlands 2018

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

This artwork, created by Johannes Jan Schoonhoven in his Amstelveen atelier in 2018, is a striking example of his signature relief technique. Made from papier-mâché, pigment, and paint on canvas, the piece embodies the artist’s deep engagement with texture, repetition, and light. The structured yet organic grid-like pattern reflects the influence of his grandfather, Jan Schoonhoven, while maintaining a distinct, contemporary identity. The monochromatic composition enhances the play of light and shadow across the surface, creating a dynamic visual rhythm. This piece is a testament to Schoonhoven’s dedication to material exploration and minimalist aesthetics. In excellent condition and signed and dated at the back; Jan Schoonhoven Jr 2018. Johannes Schoonhoven (born December 24, 1975, in Amsterdam), formerly known as Jan Schoonhoven Jr., is a Dutch visual artist and the grandson of renowned artist Jan Schoonhoven. Schoonhoven creates reliefs featuring fine linear structures in blue and red, with blue being the dominant color in his drawings. His reliefs, made from cardboard, papier-mâché, and optical glass, often feature blue, red, and white hues. A self-taught artist, he lives and works in Amstelveen. In March 2011, he cast one of his artworks into the sea, encased in a plastic box with a note for its finder. The following month, he sent another piece into the sky attached to balloons. His 2013 papier-mâché artwork White Wave sold for over €6,000 at Christie’s Paris in 2017 and £7,500 at Sotheby’s London. In February 2012, Schoonhoven co-founded the artist group ZERO+ with John Breed...

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2010s Dutch Minimalist Paintings

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Paper

Vintage Monumental Original Abstract Diptych Oil Painting on Canvas - Set of 2
Vintage Monumental Original Abstract Diptych Oil Painting on Canvas - Set of 2

Vintage Monumental Original Abstract Diptych Oil Painting on Canvas - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This monumental diptych offers a profound exploration of Color Field abstraction, commanding any interior with its ethereal presence and impressive scale. Comprising two expansive ca...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Minimalist Geometric Abstract Relief in Tonal Whites by Dutch Artist
Minimalist Geometric Abstract Relief in Tonal Whites by Dutch Artist

Minimalist Geometric Abstract Relief in Tonal Whites by Dutch Artist

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Expressive abstract relief in white by Dutch artist Henk van Putten (1936-2019) Van Putten called himself a constructivist in the tradition of Vladimir Tatlin, with whom he shared not only aesthetic principles but also social commitment. For example, almost everything he made in 3D is made up of several parts; glued, welded or screwed together. In his paintings, which he often made prior to the 3D version, he even painted the seams where they would appear in the later work. Van Putten’s work, although easily recognisable, shows a clear affinity with artists he admires such as André Volten, Gerrit Rietveld and more generally with ‘De Stijl’. Yet he made no contact with them; he felt much more like a kindred spirit of German artists, especially the ZERO movement whose members, like himself, were strongly involved in society. He befriends people like Egon Eppich and Hap Grieshaber...

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1980s Dutch Vintage Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Vintage Boho Original Found Object Oil Painting on Canvas
Vintage Boho Original Found Object Oil Painting on Canvas

Vintage Boho Original Found Object Oil Painting on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Presenting a compelling Vintage Abstract Found Object Mixed Media Art piece, an original work that masterfully blends painting with sculptural elements. This unique artwork features ...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Original Abstract Oil Painting on Board
Vintage Boho Original Abstract Oil Painting on Board

Vintage Boho Original Abstract Oil Painting on Board

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Command attention and set a sophisticated mood with this impactful, large-scale vintage abstract oil painting. Rendered directly onto board, this original artwork features a deep, im...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Paint

Vintage Aboriginal Mixed Media Abstract on Canvas
Vintage Aboriginal Mixed Media Abstract on Canvas

Vintage Aboriginal Mixed Media Abstract on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This striking original mixed media work on canvas is a masterclass in textural abstraction and color field theory. Dominating the composition is a vibrant cerulean and cobalt blue fi...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Vintage Pressed Specimen Clippings - Set of 5
Vintage Pressed Specimen Clippings - Set of 5

Vintage Pressed Specimen Clippings - Set of 5

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your wall decor with this sophisticated set of five original botanical specimen artworks. Each piece features a meticulously preserved hand-pressed clipping—including delicat...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Vintage Boho Abstract Painting Oil on Canvas Signed en Verso
Vintage Boho Abstract Painting Oil on Canvas Signed en Verso

Vintage Boho Abstract Painting Oil on Canvas Signed en Verso

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Brimming with serene, organic energy, this vintage abstract oil on canvas is a beautiful study in color and form. The artist uses a warm, sophisticated palette of sun-drenched yellow...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage MCM Original Abstract Oil on Canvas
Vintage MCM Original Abstract Oil on Canvas

Vintage MCM Original Abstract Oil on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vibrant original oil on canvas captures the electric energy of the Mid-Century Modern era through a masterclass in rhythmic abstraction. Featuring a dynamic interplay of sweepin...

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Mid-20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Abstract Pastel on Paper
Vintage Boho Abstract Pastel on Paper

Vintage Boho Abstract Pastel on Paper

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This striking original abstract pastel work on paper offers a masterful exploration of form and color, showcasing an intricate vertical composition. The artist utilizes a sophisticat...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Minimalist Italian Mixed-Media Painting By Lella Rendesi
Minimalist Italian Mixed-Media Painting By Lella Rendesi

Minimalist Italian Mixed-Media Painting By Lella Rendesi

Located in Prato, Tuscany

An original, unique, and rare Italian artwork created in 2015 in Prato (Florence, Italy) by painter and sculptor Lella Rendesi. Centered on the theme of the Italian flag, the piece i...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Vintage Boho Abstract Original Oil on Canvas
Vintage Boho Abstract Original Oil on Canvas

Vintage Boho Abstract Original Oil on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This contemporary abstract painting is a vibrant exercise in fluid dynamism, utilizing a pour painting technique to create mesmerizing, marbled streams of color. The artwork features...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Abstract Contemporary Painting - Mixed Media Art - Signed - France 1990s
Abstract Contemporary Painting - Mixed Media Art - Signed - France 1990s

Abstract Contemporary Painting - Mixed Media Art - Signed - France 1990s

Located in ROUEN, Normandie

Abstract Contemporary Painting - Mixed Media Art - Signed - France 1990s This abstract painting is composed of various materials (mixed-media artwork). The background consists of ...

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Late 20th Century French Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Jute, Wood, Paint, Paper

Linda Syddick Napaltjarri Painting Australian Contemporary Indigenous Art Paint
Linda Syddick Napaltjarri Painting Australian Contemporary Indigenous Art Paint

Linda Syddick Napaltjarri Painting Australian Contemporary Indigenous Art Paint

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

Linda Yunkata Syddick Napaltjarri (born c. 1937) is a Pintupi- and Pitjantjatjara- speaking Indigenous artist from Australia's Western Desert region. Her father was killed when she was young her mother later married Shorty Lungkarta Tjungarrayi an artist whose work was a significant influence on Linda Syddick's painting. Linda Syddick was one of many Western Desert women who took up painting in the early 1990s as part of a broader contemporary Indigenous Australian...

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20th Century Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Wood

Nobu Fukui 60's Minimalist Painting
Nobu Fukui 60's Minimalist Painting

Nobu Fukui 60's Minimalist Painting

By Nobu Fukui

Located in Sharon, CT

An important acrylic/canvas painting from Fukui's early work approximating minimal forms within a square format. In a way these impacting 'Logos' (if you will) are at a juncture betw...

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1960s American Vintage Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Mid-Century Semi-Abstract Acrylic on Canvas Painting, Marion ‘66
Mid-Century Semi-Abstract Acrylic on Canvas Painting, Marion ‘66

Mid-Century Semi-Abstract Acrylic on Canvas Painting, Marion ‘66

Located in Miami, FL

Semi-abstract framed acrylic on canvas painting depicting a harbor with pilings, a boat and building using soft purples, blues and pinks. Painting is by artist Marion, 1966.

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Mid-20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Minimalist Black and White Abstract Painting by Wolf Haxton "Scribles II"
Minimalist Black and White Abstract Painting by Wolf Haxton "Scribles II"

Minimalist Black and White Abstract Painting by Wolf Haxton "Scribles II"

Located in Southampton, NJ

A striking contemporary abstract painting by Los Angeles artist Wolf Haxton. Executed in bold acrylic on canvas on a crisp white ground, the work features an intricate tangle of inte...

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Early 2000s American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Vintage Monumental 1999 Original Jungle Oil Painting on Canvas
Vintage Monumental 1999 Original Jungle Oil Painting on Canvas

Vintage Monumental 1999 Original Jungle Oil Painting on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This monumental original oil painting, dated 1999, is a captivating celebration of the exotic, echoing the lush and surreal jungle landscapes of Henri Rousseau. The pensive compositi...

Category

Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Minimalist Abstract Brush Stroke Painting by Kelsey Irvin "Mark Makers II"
Minimalist Abstract Brush Stroke Painting by Kelsey Irvin "Mark Makers II"

Minimalist Abstract Brush Stroke Painting by Kelsey Irvin "Mark Makers II"

Located in Southampton, NJ

This striking work by Kelsey Irvin explores the balance between movement and stillness through bold minimalism, in the style of Franz Kline. One sweeping black brushstroke extend acr...

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Early 2000s American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Untitled Abstract Oil Painting, Minimalist Style, Iceland, 2017
Untitled Abstract Oil Painting, Minimalist Style, Iceland, 2017

Untitled Abstract Oil Painting, Minimalist Style, Iceland, 2017

By Brynhildur Gudmundsdóttir

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Abstract oil painting Education 1994–1996 MFA, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada 1991–1994 BFA, Rockford College, Illinois, USA Solo Exhibitions 2017-20118 Landscape / Still Moving, Rockford Art Museum Annex, Rockford, Illinois, USA 2017 Life Still / In Motion, Kortman Gallery, Rockford, Illinois, USA 2015 Ljósanótt, Keflavik, Iceland 2014 Umbrot, Kaffi Sólon, Reykjavik, Iceland 2012 Brotinn himinn, Kaffi Sólon, Reykjavik, Iceland 2011 Eins og enginn sé morgundagurinn, Listasalur IÐU, Reykjavik, Iceland 2009 Myndbirtingar, B5, Reykjavik, Iceland 2006 ekki endilega hér / hvergi (possibly nowhere), Gallerí List, Reykjavik, Iceland 2006 In Transit, Galeriazero, Barcelona, Spain 2005 Koma og fara, SPH, Garðabaer, Iceland 2001 flökt (taktur einsemd snerting), Café Prestó, Kopavogur, Iceland 1999 Manngervingar (anthropomorphic), The Labour Unions’ Art Gallery, Iceland 1998 hafið bláa hafið, Gallerí smíðar&skart, Reykjavik, Iceland Group Exhibitions 2016 Ljósanótt, Keflavik, Iceland 2002 Anniversary Exhibition, Gallerí List, Reykjavik, Iceland 1998 Brynhildur Gudmundsdottir & Hekla Gudmundsdottir, Bílar&list, Reykjavik, Iceland 1996 Masters of Fine Arts Graduate Exhibition, Belkin Gallery, Vancouver, Canada 1996 XQXQXQX, Skuggi Gallery, Rockford, Illinois, USA 1995 Invitational Drawing Exhibition, OR Gallery, Vancouver, Canada 1995 Annual Erotic Art Exhibition, New-Era Society, Victoria, Canada 1995 Opening Exhibition, Skuggi Gallery, Rockford, Illinois, USA 1995 Gullnáman, Laugarvatn, Iceland 1995 Heart Art, Rockford College Art Gallery, Illinois, USA 1994 TSYQEOPXHBE, BFA Exhibition, Rockford College Art Gallery, Illinois, USA 1994 Just Another One Night Stand, Rockford College Art Gallery, USA 1993 No Icelandic Conversation, Rockford College Student Art...

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2010s Icelandic Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Paint

Gunnar Persson Still Life Painting, Oil on Panel, 1969
Gunnar Persson Still Life Painting, Oil on Panel, 1969

Gunnar Persson Still Life Painting, Oil on Panel, 1969

Located in Rīga, LV

Original oil on canvas by Swedish artist Gunnar Persson (1908–1975), featuring an abstract still life in soft muted tones. Gunnar Persson (1908–1975) was a Swedish painter recogniz...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Paintings

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Paint

Guy de Rougemont oil on canvas 2006
Guy de Rougemont oil on canvas 2006

Guy de Rougemont oil on canvas 2006

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Guy de Rougemont oil on canvas 2006

By Guy de Rougemont

Located in Paris, IDF

This is a beautiful and playful oil on canvas by French artist Guy de Rougemont, signed Rougemont and dated 2006 on the back. It’s been framed with a royal blue shadow box matching t...

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Early 2000s French Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Vintage Original Oil Portrait on Canvas
Vintage Original Oil Portrait on Canvas

Vintage Original Oil Portrait on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This striking large-scale oil on canvas offers a compelling study of the modern male form, rendered with a sophisticated, cool palette of deep cerulean and slate grays. The artist em...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Gabe Silverman 1980s Hard Edge Minimalist Painting on Canvas, Newly Reframed
Gabe Silverman 1980s Hard Edge Minimalist Painting on Canvas, Newly Reframed

Gabe Silverman 1980s Hard Edge Minimalist Painting on Canvas, Newly Reframed

Located in Miami, FL

Gabe Silverman 1980s Hard Edge Minimalist Painting on Canvas Newly Reframed Offered for sale is a large rare minimalist original Hard Edge acrylic on canvas painting recently discov...

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1980s American Vintage Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Denis Perollaz Panneau in Metal Mixed-Media Painting
Denis Perollaz Panneau in Metal Mixed-Media Painting

Denis Perollaz Panneau in Metal Mixed-Media Painting

Located in Paris, FR

"Panneau" by Denis Perollaz (1965): Mixed-media on metal. A circular recycled road sign on which the original painting has been blowtorched and manipulated creating a textured surfac...

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2010s French Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Metal

Minimalist Abstract Brush Stroke by Kelsey Irvin "Mark Makers I"
Minimalist Abstract Brush Stroke by Kelsey Irvin "Mark Makers I"

Minimalist Abstract Brush Stroke by Kelsey Irvin "Mark Makers I"

Located in Southampton, NJ

This striking work by Kelsey Irvin explores the balance between movement and stillness through bold minimalism. Two sweeping black brushstrokes extend across a textured white ground,...

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Early 2000s American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Original Oil on Canvas, Colored Scape, Minimalist, Signed, 1966
Original Oil on Canvas, Colored Scape, Minimalist, Signed, 1966

Original Oil on Canvas, Colored Scape, Minimalist, Signed, 1966

Located in Hudson, NY

A fantastic original oil on canvas by Naohiko Inukai. This is number forty in a series of colored scapes he created in the mid 1960's and is in excellent condition. This work is signed and dated on the reverse It's color changes subtly with the lighting, when properly lit it casts a beautiful warm orange tone throughout the room. Born in 1937 in Kurashiki-city Okayama,Japan. He came to the US around 1960 and returned to Japan around 1982 were he still resides. Education:Cooper Union School of Art and Architecture New York...

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1960s American Vintage Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Abbahao, Untitled great stylized FIsh, China on paper, Italy 1976
Abbahao, Untitled great stylized FIsh, China on paper, Italy 1976

Abbahao, Untitled great stylized FIsh, China on paper, Italy 1976

Located in Firenze, IT

Abbahao, Untitled FIsh, China on paper Italy 1976 Signed and sold by FBArte Gallery Black lacquered wooden frame In frame 92 x 45 cm Conditions: excellent, no defects

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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Paper

Franz Mörscher, still life 1953, oil on canvas
Franz Mörscher, still life 1953, oil on canvas

Franz Mörscher, still life 1953, oil on canvas

By Franz Mörscher

Located in Saarbrücken, SL

Franz Mörscher The composition of the painting is deliberately designed for reduction and corresponds to the idea of cultural minimalism and the new objectivity that developed in the 20th century. Mörscher chooses the rational, crystalline form of the representation of selected objects (vases, lemon, fruits?) and uses color as surface and line to create structure in the space. In this composition, Mörscher reduces the classical means of perspective to create a pictorial space between object light and color. The application of paint appears partially modeled. The natural crack and fissure network (Krakelee) of the sometimes layered paint application seems to be deliberately achieved. The selection of the depicted objects is possibly also based on symbolic aspects. After the desolation of the war years, the painting speaks of the color world of the spirit of optimism of the 1950s. W 63 x H 50 Measures with frame: W 71 x H 58 Biography Franz Mörscher was born on November 7th, 1931 in Bundenbach and died on July 14th, 2018 in Neunkirchen (Saar). Besides the sculptor Hubert Nietsch, he was the second artist to set a monument to the miner’s cow in public space in Germany from 1993 to 1995. Franz Mörscher studied from 1951 at the School of Arts and Crafts Saarbrücken with Boris Kleint among others in the subjects of painting and sculpture. During his studies he met the photographer Otto Steinert...

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1950s German Vintage Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Kamut by Bruno Chavanne, Oil on Canvas Painting
Kamut by Bruno Chavanne, Oil on Canvas Painting

Kamut by Bruno Chavanne, Oil on Canvas Painting

Located in Paris, FR

"Kamut" by Bruno Chavanne (1957), 2012: Oil on canvas. Certificate of Authenticity provided by the gallery. Measures: 97 x 130 cm 38.2 x 51.2 inches ...

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2010s French Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Vintage Boho Original Geometric Abstract Oil on Canvas
Vintage Boho Original Geometric Abstract Oil on Canvas

Vintage Boho Original Geometric Abstract Oil on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This serene square abstract painting is a superb example of Mid-Century Modern geometric art, signed simply "Ursula." The composition features an array of floating rectangular and tr...

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Mid-20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Abstract Geometric Oil on Canvas
Vintage Boho Abstract Geometric Oil on Canvas

Vintage Boho Abstract Geometric Oil on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This graphic and instantly recognizable square canvas offers a nod to both Mid-Century Op Art and Pop Art aesthetics, utilizing clean geometry and high contrast for maximum visual im...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Original Abstract Oil on Canvas
Vintage Original Abstract Oil on Canvas

Vintage Original Abstract Oil on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This monumental original oil painting on canvas is a vibrant celebration of biomorphic abstraction, offering a serene yet energetic visual experience. Set against a luminous chartreu...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Abstract Minimalist Diptych Black & White Panel Painting Erik Atkinson Icon 1971
Abstract Minimalist Diptych Black & White Panel Painting Erik Atkinson Icon 1971

Abstract Minimalist Diptych Black & White Panel Painting Erik Atkinson Icon 1971

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Abstract Minimalist Diptych Black & White Panel Painting Erik Atkinson Icon 1971. Acrylic on board with mirror and plexi glass in 2 pieces, overall 1...

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Mid-20th Century English Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Art Glass, Mirror, Wood, Paint

Minimalist Oil on Paper by Doug Ohlson 1936-2010 American
Minimalist Oil on Paper by Doug Ohlson 1936-2010 American

Minimalist Oil on Paper by Doug Ohlson 1936-2010 American

Located in Dallas, TX

An original Minimalist oil painting on paper by Doug Ohlson, 1936-2010. Doug Ohlson was an American abstract artist who specialized in geometric patterns and vivid colors. The artwor...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Paper

Vintage Original Abstract Expressionist Portrait
Vintage Original Abstract Expressionist Portrait

Vintage Original Abstract Expressionist Portrait

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This original abstract expressionist portrait is a compelling study of form and color, showcasing a bold and sophisticated figurative style. The artist employs thick, gestural impast...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Vintage Original Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
Vintage Original Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas

Vintage Original Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This compelling abstract expressionist oil painting by artist Susan Potter is a masterful study in movement and tonal contrast. Featuring sweeping, gestural brushstrokes in deep char...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Monumental Abstract Oil on Canvas
Vintage Boho Monumental Abstract Oil on Canvas

Vintage Boho Monumental Abstract Oil on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This striking vintage abstract oil painting captivates with its moody blend of deep grays, soft blues, and muted earth tones. The fluid, textured brushwork creates a sense of depth a...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Black and White Photograph of Landscape
Vintage Black and White Photograph of Landscape

Vintage Black and White Photograph of Landscape

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage black-and-white photograph of a landscape has a timeless, classic appeal. The lack of color allows the viewer to focus on the composition, light, shadows, textures, and con...

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Mid-20th Century North American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Glass, Paper

"Winter" Textured White Oil Painting
"Winter" Textured White Oil Painting

"Winter" Textured White Oil Painting

Located in Dallas, TX

Large textured white oil painting, "Vanilla Icing" by Dallas artist Liz Johnston. 36"W x 48"H x 2"D

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2010s North American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Minimal Black-and-white Abstract Gestural Ink-on-paper by Philip Renteria '1976'
Minimal Black-and-white Abstract Gestural Ink-on-paper by Philip Renteria '1976'

Minimal Black-and-white Abstract Gestural Ink-on-paper by Philip Renteria '1976'

By Philip Renteria

Located in Chireno, TX

Minimalistic black-and-white abstract gestural ink-on-paper by Philip Renteria (1947-1998), 1976. Untitled brush and ink on paper, hand-signed by artist and newly-framed float-mounte...

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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Paint, Paper

"Liminal" by Tommaso Fattovich
"Liminal" by Tommaso Fattovich

"Liminal" by Tommaso Fattovich

By Tommaso Fattovich

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Abstract painting by Tommaso Fattovich. Mixed-media. Signed and dated on the back. Tommaso Fattovich was born and raised in Milan, Italy and he currently resides in Florida. His wor...

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2010s American Minimalist Paintings

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Paint

Peg Work, Black Square
Peg Work, Black Square

Peg Work, Black Square

By Bradley Duncan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Produced by hand in Los Angeles, CA. From locally sourced materials.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Original Abstract Diptych on Canvas
Vintage Boho Original Abstract Diptych on Canvas

Vintage Boho Original Abstract Diptych on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This captivating vintage abstract diptych on canvas presents a mesmerizing exploration of organic forms and fluid movement, embodying a distinct bohemian aesthetic. Each panel, when ...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

PEG Work Black Rectangle Minimalist Art by Bradley Duncan
PEG Work Black Rectangle Minimalist Art by Bradley Duncan

PEG Work Black Rectangle Minimalist Art by Bradley Duncan

By Bradley Duncan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

PEG Work, black rectangle painted wood Measures: 4' x 8' x 5.5" 2016 Produced by hand in Los Angeles, CA. Lead time 5 weeks. Shipping costs not inclu...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Wood

Abstract Oil on Canvas Painting, Minimalist Style, Signed, 1997
Abstract Oil on Canvas Painting, Minimalist Style, Signed, 1997

Abstract Oil on Canvas Painting, Minimalist Style, Signed, 1997

Located in Brooklyn, NY

abstract oil on canvas from 1997 signed LS that reminds of the modernist work from 1930's

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1990s French Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Vintage Boho Original Mixed Media Abstract Painting on Canvas
Vintage Boho Original Mixed Media Abstract Painting on Canvas

Vintage Boho Original Mixed Media Abstract Painting on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Make a sophisticated statement with this large original vintage abstract painting. Rendered in mixed media on canvas, this impressive nearly square piece (30.25" x 30.25") captivates...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

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