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ABSTRACT Colors Body Forms Contemporary Artist Danny Avidan NEW Large
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Danny Avidan’s paintings explore the tension between form and formlessness, using it as a way to reflect on the body and the creative process. His expressive gestures continuously at...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Charcoal, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Pencil, Pigment
Original Oil Painting of Rustic Kitchen Scene with Copper Pot and Onions
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Original Oil Painting of Rustic Kitchen Scene with Copper Pot and Onions
Artist: Roland Pichard
Medium: Oil on oil paper, mounted on card
Size: 14 (height) x 10.5 (width), ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original-Impasto-Dahlias Jardin d'Hiver Series-British Awarded Artist-Impression
Located in London, GB
-In light of new tariffs, we’ve applied a 20% discount off the market price of this piece to support our collectors in facing potential added costs. At the gallery, we work closely w...
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Original Oil Painting of Olive Trees in a Serene Landscape with Distant Hills
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Original Oil Painting of Olive Trees in a Serene Landscape with Distant Hills
Artist: Roland Pichard
Signed: Bottom right
Medium: Oil on oil paper, mounted on card
Size: 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract expressive floral acrylic painting on paper "Floral emotion"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
The vibrant artwork "Floral Emotion", by French artist Natalya Mougenot, radiates energy through its dynamic use of color and movement. Embracing an abstract approach, the artist int...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
French Impressionist Equestrian Parade with Jockeys and French Flags
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Equestrian Parade with Jockeys and French Flags
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 13 x 16.25 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on cardboard, unframed
Con...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lilac. Acrylic, impressionism, landscape, horizontal, large, flowers, violet
Located in Oslo, NO
“Lilac” is a painting made in spring, when everything in nature is fragrant!
"In this work I captured the fleeting beauty of nature in bold, impressionistic brushstrokes." said Anna...
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Abstract 2519
Located in Zofingen, AG
In creating this piece, I let my emotions and intuition guide each stroke, pulling from deep within to layer acrylics in a dance of chaos and serenity. Here, abstract forms and visce...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
ZT 250304 - contemporary modern red & white abstract geometric painting relief
Located in Doetinchem, NL
ZT 250304 is a unique one-of-a-kind small contemporary modern painting relief by Dutch artist Hewrman Coppus. The relief is made from meticulously hand cut, folded and glued cardboar...
Category
2010s Contemporary Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cardboard
Original-Dahlias-British Awarded Artist-Impression-Impasto-Jardin d'Hiver Series
Located in London, GB
-In light of new tariffs, we’ve applied a 20% discount off the market price of this piece to support our collectors in facing potential added costs. At the gallery, we work closely w...
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Roses de Mon Jardin Floral Still Life of Pink and Orange Roses in Vase
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Roses de Mon Jardin Floral Still Life of Pink and Orange Roses in Vase
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 13 x 9.5 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Conditio...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Symphonie verticale III - geometric contemporary modern painting relief
By Olivier Julia
Located in Doetinchem, NL
Symphonie verticale III is one of the latest medium size contemporary modern sculpture painting reliefs by French-Dutch artist Olivier Julia. The relief is made from 140 (!) individu...
Category
2010s Contemporary Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Acrylic
Echoes of the Avant-Garde: Mid-Century Visions IV
By STM
Located in London, GB
'Echoes of the Avant-Garde: Mid-Century Visions IV', oil on board (circa 1970s), initialed 'STM'. Step into a world where the spirit of early 20th-century modernism meets the bold ex...
Category
1970s Cubist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
French 1970's Abstract Composition Mixed Media Painting on Canvas signed/ dated
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Expressionist Composition
by Gilbert Pelissier (French born 1924)
signed and dated 73'
oil painting with other media on canvas, unframed
canvas size: 20 x 24 inches
conditio...
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
DAMIEN HIRST - THE CURRENCY. Original work The Currency Project. Dots. Colors
By Damien Hirst
Located in Madrid, Madrid
DAMIEN HIRST - THE CURRENCY: 6274. NOBODY SHOULD HEAR IT
Date of creation: 2016
Medium: Enamel paint on handmade paper
Edition: 5.149 unique works on paper
Size: 21.5 x 30 cm
Conditi...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Enamel
Impasto Oil Painting of River Tree Scene British Postwar & Contemporary Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Impasto Oil Painting of River Tree Scene British Postwar & Contemporary Artist, Terry Evans
Terry Evans is a British Postwar & Contemporary Painte...
Category
1990s Realist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
#172, Abstract, Photography, Painting, Expressionism
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
Unique piece
More sizes and an Essay from Lyle Rexer about this series on request.
Joachim Schmeisser’s work rescues photography from the centuries-old straightjacket of realism to...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Pigment
Of Grey and Colors by Gaetan de Seguin - Figurative contemporary Painting
By Gaëtan de Seguin
Located in DE
Contemporary figurative painting with lots of details and movement. Beautiful statement piece for any art collection. Combining a lot of different colors in any interiors and settin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Large Mid 20th Century French Cubist Oil Painting Sailing Yachts Flotilla at Sea
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Flotilla, Sailing Yachts at Sea
French cubist artist, circa 1950's
oil on board, unframed
board: 23 x 49.5 inches
provenance: private collection, France
condition: very good and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Cubist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract R 2505
Located in Zofingen, AG
In crafting this artwork, I embraced the chaotic yet harmonious dance of nature. The vibrant greens and soothing pinks capture the rejuvenating spirit of spring, reflecting the renew...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic Polymer, Oil
Containment 2491 - abstract geometric contemporary modern painting relief
Located in Doetinchem, NL
Containment 2491 is a unique one-of-a-kind contemporary modern painting relief by Dutch artist Sander Martijn Jonker. His reliefs are made by creating a unique single-use mould in wh...
Category
2010s Contemporary Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Jute, Resin, Acrylic, Fiberboard
French Village Church Tower Oil Painting with Dramatic Sky and Earthy Palette
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Village Church Tower Oil Painting with Dramatic Sky and Earthy Palette
By Fanch Lel
Size: 15 x 18 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Condition: The...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fresh Moods 100 - Large Abstract Dark Blue Painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
READY TO HANG - GALLERY QUALITY
A beautiful modern abstract, 100% handmade painting, made with professional varnished acrylics and Amsterdam acrylic sprays on stretched heavy canvas...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Spray Paint, Acrylic
Where I belong - Green vibrant abstract landscape river painting
By Jennifer L. Baker
Located in Broomfield, CO
A painting from my new Angel Collection, dedicated to the angels that accompanied me through my fight against aggressive cancer this year (I won!).
Inspired by the mountain river in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
When time stands Still - Contemporary Architecture Pool House Oil Painting
Located in DE
Lilly Muth's architectural paintings transport viewers on a visual journey to a different world, where imagination knows no bounds and the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lignes brisées - geometric contemporary modern painting relief
By Olivier Julia
Located in Doetinchem, NL
Ligne brisée is a new small size contemporary modern sculpture painting relief by French-Dutch artist Olivier Julia. The relief is made from oak wood and finished with a mixture of a...
Category
2010s Contemporary Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Acrylic
Geometric Landscape, Oil Paint on Canvas , Made in Italy By Marilina Marchica
By Marilina Marchica
Located in Agrigento, AG
Landscape
OIl on Canvas
116x89 cm
2025
Ready to Hang
certificate of authenticity
Description: An original artwork representing a minimalist geometric landscape. Created using oil ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Oil
Originals-Magic Bell Triptych-British Awarded Artist-After Monet-Impressionism
Located in London, GB
To Shizico Yi a triptych is a visual prayers; it embodies a meditative journeylike the form of meditation.
The repetition of motifs within the triptych serves as a method to revisit...
Category
2010s Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Wood Panel
Contemporary Large New Abstract Gestural Colors Artist Christina Gschwantner
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
At Escat Gallery we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of trust and professionalism for our collectors. Every artwork in our collection comes with a Certificate of Au...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Acrylic, Oil
Primary Colors on Gray Terrazzo, Squared Painting on Watercolor Paper, Minimal
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of hand painted acrylic paintings by Natalia Roman are inspired by the colors and textures of Italian terrazzo tiling. The patterns created combine a variety of vivid col...
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Rag Paper
Huge Contemporary French Expressionist Abstract Modernist Still Life Painting
By Andrée de Frémont
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Modernist Still Life
by Andree de Fremont (French, contemporary)
signed painting on canvas, unframed
canvas: 39.5 x 39.5 inches
Provenance: from a collection in France
Condition: ver...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Acrylic
Zen Blossoms - colorful original square roses textured asian painting on canvas
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Observe a tree, a flower, a plant. Let your awareness rest upon it. How still they are, how deeply rooted in Being. Allow nature to teach you stillness." – Eckhart Tolle
Let your g...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Contemporary New Abstract Pastel Strokes Colors Artist Christina Gschwantner
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
At Escat Gallery we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of trust and professionalism for our collectors. Every artwork in our collection comes with a Certificate of Au...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Original-Impasto-Moonlit Jardin d'Hiver Series-British Awarded Artist-Impression
Located in London, GB
Jardin d'Hiver Series is Shizico Yi's latest collection, created in her winter studio while longing for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en plein...
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
French Impressionist Winter Street Scene with Sacré-Cœur in Snow
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Winter Street Scene with Sacré-Cœur in Snow
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 13 x 16 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Condition: The ...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid 20th-Century French Oil Cubist Nude Woman Reading Portrait
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Nude Woman Reading
by Therese Hummel (French, 1911-1999)
oil on canvas, unframed
canvas : 10.75 x 16 inches
Provenance: private collection of this artists work, Paris
Condition: soun...
Category
Mid-20th Century Cubist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Contemporary abstract acrylic painting of a woman canvas "My green apple bowl"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This contemporary abstract piece of a woman holding green apples titled " My green apple bowl".was created by French artist Natalya Mougenot.
French conte...
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Mid-Century Abstract Dramatic Seascape Clouds Textured Signed Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Seascape with Clouds
Swedish, mid century
signed indistinctly
oil on canvas, framed
Framed: 15.5 x 19 inches
Canvas: 15 x 18 inches
Provenance: priv...
Category
Mid-20th Century Cubist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original Diptych-Landscape Memories-Gold Leaf with Oil-British Awarded Artist
Located in London, GB
Shizico's unique approach to paintings, erasing, rewriting, and destroying the landscape in the background through bold strokes of gold leaf on the top layers in this series, works o...
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
#147, Abstract, Photography, Painting, Expressionism
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
Unique piece
More sizes and an Essay from Lyle Rexer about this series on request.
Joachim Schmeisser’s work rescues photography from the centuries-old straightjacket of realism to...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Pigment
ABSTRACT Black Lines Painting Spanish Artist Alicia Gimeno
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Alicia Gimeno, born in Barcelona (1989), trained in graphic design during her time in Mexico. From the beginning, she was captivated by calligraphy, the gestuality of brush strokes, ...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Ink, Acrylic
Small Talk, blue, flowers, landscape, pink, purple, green, gold
Located in Jönköping, SE
This painting is from my series titled "The Untethered Soul." This series delves into the transformative power of nature, capturing the essence of what one feels rather than sees. In...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Impressionist Seascape Painting of the Chausey Islands with Boats and Rocks
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Impressionist Seascape Painting of the Chausey Islands with Boats and Rocks
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 19.75 x 25.5 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Canopy Vase, 2024 - Abstract Oil Painting on Found Book Cover, White + Red
By Daisy Cook
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Canopy Vase, 2024
oil on found book cover
20 x 15 cm
7 7/8 x 5 7/8 in
signed, titled and dated verso
Daisy Cook is a British painter of landscape and still life.
Cook creates abs...
Category
2010s Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Found Objects, Oil
French Modernist Oil Painting Nice Coastal Mediterranean French Rivera City
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Nizza (Nice, South of France)
by Artan Shabani, signed and dated 1999
signed oil on canvas, framed
framed: 28 x 32 inches
canvas : 20 x 24 inches
inscribed verso
Provenance: private ...
Category
1990s Post-Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Landscape" Abstract Geometric Mixed Media Paint Made in Italy
By Marilina Marchica
Located in Agrigento, AG
Title: Paper Landscape
Technique: Collage and mixed media on canvas
Dimensions: 100x100 cm (stretcher frame depth: 3.5 cm)
Original artwork by Marilina Marchica, created with a neut...
Category
2010s Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Pastel, Acrylic
Meanders of Blue sand, abstract, oil on canvas, textured, Landscape, tan
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Sophie Dumont is a contemporary painter whose work explores the boundaries between abstraction and landscape. Through an intuitive approach to color and texture, she creates composit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Contemporary abstract impressionist seascape seaside acrylic painting on paper
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This artwork "When the blue sky meets the blue sea" is a captivating example of abstract expressionism, where vibrant color and dynamic brushwork coalesce to evoke an emotive landsc...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Post Impressionist French Harbour Scene of Saint Servan with Boats and Church
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Post Impressionist French Harbour Scene of Saint Servan with Boats and Church
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 9.5 x 13 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
C...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fake Marshmallow Series. "Red". Vibrant Contemporary Pop Art Sculpture in Clay
By Elizabeth Art Candy
Located in FISTERRA, ES
"Red" is a striking piece from Elizabeth Art Candy’s latest series dedicated to "Marshmallows", inspired by the evocative power of "sweet memories". This contemporary wall sculpture ...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Clay, Canvas, Spray Paint
Contemporary expressive colorful acrylic painting "Purple blossoms"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This vibrant artwork, titled Purple Blossoms, is created by French artist Natalya Mougenot as part of her "FLORAL" series, where she explores the themes of nature and flowers. Throug...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
Set of 2 Abstract Expressionist, Original pieces, Landscapes and seascapes
Located in Carballo, ES
Lot of 2 original works by TUSET (A Coruña, 1997) made with ink and seawater on paper. The works can be framed on request or sent to you in a protected envelope for you to place, onc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Ink, Handmade Paper
Postcard from Palermo, Bauhaus Mosaic Triptych, Primary Tones Geometry on Paper
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This abstract geometric acrylic painting is a vibrant and playful composition that draws inspiration from vintage Italian parasols. With a focus on bold, bright colors and clean line...
Category
2010s Analytic Cubist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil, Acrylic
Aqua green painting and shadows, The Magic Flute, visually translated opera
Located in Carballo, ES
Vítor Mejuto introduces a geometric synthesis that breaks down painting into its most structural essence. His work, in which line, stain and shape establish a precise chromatic balan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Constructivist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Acrylic, Graphite
Cadence pastorale, Abstract Landscape, Countryside, Contemporary Modern French
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Choose the frame: black or wood
Sophie Dumont is a professional painter whose work is collected worldwide and is known for her deep exploration of texture, color, and form. Her pain...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Blue and White Abstract Overlapping Shapes Fish Scribble Gestures, Mediterranean
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series by Enric Servera explores the relationship of humans to salt and seawater. The intention of these works is to submerge us into the sea, a salty treasure that surrounds us and reminds us of its natural beauty and the importance of its preservation.
Details:
Title: Marina N31
Medium: Acrylic on Paper
Size: 106 x 70 cm ( 41.7 x 28 inches)
Year: 2024
* Frame is for illustrative purposes only. Artwork shipped carefully rolled and packaged in a tube.
* Certificate of Authenticity provided.
Enric Servera (Ciutadella de Menorca, 1970) lives and works between Barcelona and Menorca, Spain. His works explores the colors and forms of the ocean, inspired by the fauna and flora of the Mediterranean Sea. His work has shown in galleries across Spain, and is part of several public and private collections.
Words that may describe this series of artworks are: Mediterranean-inspired art, abstract sea...
Category
2010s Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Watercolor
Abstract Composition N°3 by Alexandre Rochat - Oil on Canvas - 93x73 cm
By Alexandre Rochat
Located in Geneva, CH
Alexandre Rochat (1895-1981) was a French artist known for his figurative work and rural landscapes. Active during the early 20th century, his art reflects the transitional period be...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
'Cubist Still Life', Italian School (circa 1940s)
Located in London, GB
'Cubist Still Life', gouache on paper, from the Italian School of artists (circa 1940s). Surely this very attractive piece was inspired by Juan Gris (1887-1927) and Georges Braque's ...
Category
1940s Modern Europe - Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Gouache
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