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Abstract Figurative Painting in Soft Pastel Tones by Salvita De Corte
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 Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Acrylic
Steppefire (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
Reiner Heidorn is a self-taught German contemporary painter known for monumental abstract oil paintings that dissolve the boundaries between humanity and nature. Working from his stu...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
R. Poch Yellow original acrylic painting
By Ramon Poch
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
115. original acrylic painting
Born in Badalona (Barcelona).
Photographer and advertising film director.
Founding partner of the advertising production company La Cosa de las Pelicu...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Ruz 3071 abstract acrylic canvas painting
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
original abstract acrylic canvas painting
Ruz, Rafael (Barcelona 1956)
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, we are inclined to talk about real ‘psychodrama’, in the same sense t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Raventos Blue Boat original expressionist acrylic painting
By Maria Asuncion Raventos
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Escritura y Barcos original expressionist acrylic painting
RAVENTÓS Mª Assumpció – (San Sadurní d’Anoia, Barcelona 1930).
Raventos trained at the elite Sant Jordi School of Fine Arts...
Category
1990s Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
I. Cahue 7 sea bottom. algae. blue yellow. abstract
By Isidro Cahue
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
bottom of the sea- original abstract acrylic canvas painting
Artwork by Spanish artist ISIDRO CAHUE.
Acrylic
Perfect state
The personality of the artist is reflected in different f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Ruz Vertical 3158. painting
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Original artwork by Spanish artist Rafael Ruz. Acrylic on canvas in perfect condition.
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, we are inclined to talk about real ‘psychodrama’, in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
R. Poch Women Pamela Blue Red 130 x 80 original
By Ramon Poch
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
86.-Woman in blue 130 x 80 original acrylic painting
Born in Badalona (Barcelona).
Photographer and advertising film director.
Founding partner of the advertising production compan...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Isidro Cahue blue drops effect original abstract acrylic paper painting
By Isidro Cahue
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
blue drops effect original abstract acrylic paper painting
Artwork by Spanish artist ISIDRO CAHUE.
The personality of the artist is reflected in different fields of art. His ...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Acrylic
Ruz Vertical 3173. painting
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Original artwork by Spanish artist Rafael Ruz. Acrylic on canvas in perfect condition.
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, we are inclined to talk about real ‘psychodrama’, in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Caldentey Bottles original neo-expressionist acrylic painting
By Toni Caldentey
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
bottles- original neo-expressionist acrylic painting
contemporary work by the mallorquin artist Toni CALDENTEY
Painting on paper
Perfect state
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Cardboard
Ruz 25 Abstract Black Gold Blue Green
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
black, gold, blue, green abstract acrylic canvas painting
Original artwork by Spanish artist Rafael Ruz. Acrylic on canvas in perfect condition.
While contemplating the painting of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Raventos 4Textures Gray and Black Barcelona original abstract
By Maria Asuncion Raventos
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
" Informalisme " original abstract mixed media painting
RAVENTÓS Mª Assumpció – (San Sadurní d’Anoia, Barcelona 1930).
Raventos trained at the elite Sant Jordi School of Fine Arts i...
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Ruz Vertical Little colors. original acrilic painting
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Original artwork by Spanish artist Rafael Ruz. VIRTUAL FRAME
Acrylic on paper in perfect condition.
RUZ, Rafael (Barcelona 1956)
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, we are incl...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Cardboard
R. Poch. Two Woman Blue Eyes original acrylic canvas painting
By Ramon Poch
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
91.-R. Poch. Two women. blue. eyes original acrylic canvas painting
Born in Badalona (Barcelona) in 1955.
Photographer and advertising film director.
Founding partner of the adverti...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Unspecific rank 1 (Abstract Painting)
Located in London, GB
Reiner Heidorn is a self-taught German contemporary painter known for monumental abstract oil paintings that dissolve the boundaries between humanity and nature. Working from his stu...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ruz Vertical Clear Background Black and Red.
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Original artwork by Spanish artist Rafael Ruz. Acrylic on canvas in perfect condition.
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, we are inclined to talk about real ‘psychodrama’, in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Tharrats blue. black. Constellation. original abstract acrylic painting
By Joan-Josep Tharrats i Vidal
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Constellation. original abstract acrylic painting
THARRATS VIDAL, Joan Josep (Gerona, 1918 - Barcelona, 2001).
After starting his training in Beziers (France) in 1935 Tharrats re...
Category
Early 20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Acrylic
Fantasy with Flowers 74
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures)
paper 59x42cm
On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media.
Flowers are a smile of ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper
Fantasy with Flowers 73
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures)
paper 59x42cm
On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media.
Flowers are a smile of ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper
Anamorphose I by Frédérique Domergue - abstract sculpture, wood, bronze
By Frédérique Domergue
Located in Paris, FR
Anamorphose I is a unique sculpture by French contemporary artist Frédérique Domergue. This piece is made with oak wood clad in patinated bronze. Dimensions are 140 × 35 × 17 cm (55....
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Bronze
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - Pomegranate
Located in Paris, IDF
Acrylic, gouache, foil on cardboard
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of education...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Gouache, Cardboard
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - Munch's Woman
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil pastel on paper,
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of educational projects boo...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel, Oil
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - Evening Street
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil pastel on craft paper,
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of educational projec...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Paper, Oil Pastel
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - Chrysanthemums
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on primed fiberboard, PVA gesso
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of education...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - Flower Garden
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on primed fiberboard, PVA gesso
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of education...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - Talking Roofs
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas mounted on cardboard,
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of education...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard, Canvas
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - The Alps
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas mounted cardboard,
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of educational ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - White Ship
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas mounted cardboard,
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of educational ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - Merchant House
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas mounted cardboard,
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of educational ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - Cumulus Clouds
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas mounted cardboard,
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of educational ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Abstract 2572
Located in Zofingen, AG
This enchanting abstract artwork captivates with its ethereal blend of pastel hues, expertly layered to evoke a sense of serene transcendence. The dominant palette of soft pinks, pur...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
Point Series Study (3/22) by James Lumsden - Abstract painting, blue, lilac
Located in Paris, FR
Point Series Study (3/22) is a unique acrylic on canvas, matt finish painting by contemporary artist James Lumsden, dimensions are 20 × 20 cm (7.9 × 7.9).
The artwork is signed, sold...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Blossoming. Modern colorful abstract painting 100x100 cm
Located in Zofingen, AG
An energetic pulse of color and movement bursts from a luminous center, expanding into a field of cool teals and blues. Organic ribbons of orange, pink, purple, and green twist and s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Fantasy with Flowers 70
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures)
paper 59x42cm
On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media.
Flowers are a smile of ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper
Fantasy with Flowers 69
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures)
paper 59x42cm
On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media.
Flowers are a smile of ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - Shallow Water
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas,
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of educational projects books, sh...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Fantasy with Flowers 72
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures)
paper 59x42cm
On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media.
Flowers are a smile of ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper
Fantasy with Flowers 67
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures)
paper 59x42cm
On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media.
Flowers are a smile of ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper
Fantasy with Flowers 66
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures)
paper 59x42cm
On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media.
Flowers are a smile of ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper
Color Choreography - Modern Abstract Landscape paint – Original Oil on Canvas
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Abstract oil painting by French contemporary artist Sophie Dumont, Color Choreography expresses the rhythmic pulse of color and matter through layered movement. Known for her texture...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - The Last Rose
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on primed fiberboard, PVA gesso
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of education...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Fiberboard
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - Pearl Sea
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on primed fiberboard, PVA gesso
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of education...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - Dialogue with Caravaggio
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on primed fiberboard, PVA gesso
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives and works in Moscow, Russia. She is also the author of education...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Fiberboard
Spring Structure Abstract Artwork Original Painting Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Title: Spring Structure
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Year: 2025
Style: Abstract Art
Dimensions: 42.5" x 57.5" x 2" inch (108 x 147x 5cm)
Presentation: Framed, Rea...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Pearl Horizon Abstract Artwork Original Painting Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Title: Pearl Horizon
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Year: 2025
Style: Abstract Art
Dimensions: 45.5" x 57" x 2" inch (116 x 145 x 5cm)
Presentation: Framed, Ready t...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Nocturne in Pink Abstract Artwork Original Painting Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Title: Nocturne in Pink
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Year: 2025
Style: Abstract Art
Dimensions: 40.5" x 69.5" x 2" inch (103 x 177 x 5cm)
Presentation: Framed, Ready ...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
12 Dreams - Large Abstract Expressionism Colorful Mixed Media Painting on Canvas
By Bruce Rubenstein
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The paintings of Bruce Rubenstein seamlessly marry sophistication with affordability. His expressive abstract landscape artwork 'Flourishing Fields' features whimsical details and vi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Enamel
Mauve - Contemporary Colorful Impasto Inspired Abstract Painting Wooden Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impasto-painted strokes of bright colors are the framework of artist Shiri Phillips’ abstract artworks. Her paintings are flooded with texture through the layering of acrylic paint i...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Kauai
By Chase Langford
Located in Napa, CA
Monaghan's paintings have always shown a sensitivity and reverence for light on the cusp of change. Says Monaghan, “Many of my paintings which depict dawn or dusk represent a special...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"umbrella girl series" RK3BA2, Abstract Painting, 21st Century, Acryl
By Roger König
Located in Dessau-Rosslau, Sachsen Anhalt
Artist: Roger König b. Dessau, Germany (1968) Master student of Kurt Schönburg, HWK Halle, Germany.
König combines modern painting with acrylic with old techniques and in this way,...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Clay, Acrylic
"umbrella girl series" RK3A2, Abstract, Portrait Painting, 21st Century, Acrylic
By Roger König
Located in Dessau-Rosslau, Sachsen Anhalt
Art measures 19.68 x 19.68 inches
Frame measures 27.55 x 27.55 inches
Framed in a high-quality contemporary wooden moulding.
Color: Gold patinated
All art frames show signs of wea...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Clay, Acrylic
Jacmel Harbor
By Préfète Duffaut
Located in Miami, FL
Haitian Artist Préfète Duffaut is part of a rare breed of painters who have an instantly recognizable style. This is no easy feat to have achieved. With tens of thousands of painter...
Category
1950s Outsider Art Landscape Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
"Bird Sings on 11th Street" Pat Lipsky, Color Field, Colorful, Expressionist
By Pat Lipsky
Located in New York, NY
Pat Lipsky
Bird Sings on 11th Street, 1969
Stamped "Pat Lipsky" by the artist on the overlap
Acrylic on canvas
80 x 117 inches
Provenance
Dorothy Blau Gallery, Miami
Private Collect...
Category
1960s Color-Field Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Ruz Vertical Big Clear Background Red Violet Abstract Acrylic canvas
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Original work by the Spanish painter Rafael RUZ..
Acrylic on canvas .
Perfect state
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, we are inclined to talk about real ‘psychodrama’, in the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Ruz Vertical Grey Abstract Acrylic on paper
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Original artwork by Spanish artist Rafael Ruz.
Acrylic on paper in perfect condition.
virtual frame
RUZ, Rafael (Barcelona 1956)
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, we are inc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Cardboard
M. Bultrini Blue Big collage "GRAND BLUE"2006 original abstract
By Matteo Bultrini
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
"GRAND BLUE"2006 original abstract mixed media painting
Beautiful composition by the Italian artist
Mixed technique and combustion on wood.
Perfect state.
BULTRINI, Mateo (Rome 197...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Mixed Media
R. Poch Woman Blue CONSUELO. 120 x 120 cm original acrylic painting
By Ramon Poch
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
101. CONSUELO. Painting
Born in Badalona (Barcelona).
Photographer and advertising film director.
Founding partner of the advertising production company La Cosa de las Peliculas:
He...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Life Has No Rules, purple, Joan Mitchell, contemporary, abstract, expressionism
Located in Jönköping, SE
This painting is part of a new series I began in the fall of 2025 titled Contemplation and Introspection. In this series I am exploring the profound relationship between nature and t...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
I Have Learned How Much Strength... - Acrylic on Paper, Abstract Painting, 2025
Located in London, GB
“I Have Learned How Much Strength It Takes to Stay. In Love.” (2025) is a new, original acrylic painting on paper, measuring 41 x 31 cm. The work is built from horizontal bands of de...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
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