Abstract Paintings
ABSTRACT STYLE
Beginning in the early 20th century, abstract art became a leading style of modernism. Rather than portray the world in a way that represented reality, as had been the dominating style of Western art in the previous centuries, abstract paintings, prints and sculptures are marked by a shift to geometric forms, gestural shapes and experimentation with color to express ideas, subject matter and scenes.
Although abstract art flourished in the early 1900s, propelled by movements like Fauvism and Cubism, it was rooted in the 19th century. In the 1840s, J.M.W. Turner emphasized light and motion for atmospheric paintings in which concrete details were blurred, and Paul Cézanne challenged traditional expectations of perspective in the 1890s.
Some of the earliest abstract artists — Wassily Kandinsky and Hilma af Klint — expanded on these breakthroughs while using vivid colors and forms to channel spiritual concepts. Painter Piet Mondrian, a Dutch pioneer of the art movement, explored geometric abstraction partly owing to his belief in Theosophy, which is grounded in a search for higher spiritual truths and embraces philosophers of the Renaissance period and medieval mystics. Black Square, a daringly simple 1913 work by Russian artist Kazimir Malevich, was a watershed statement on creating art that was free “from the dead weight of the real world,” as he later wrote.
Surrealism in the 1920s, led by artists such as Salvador Dalí, Meret Oppenheim and others, saw painters creating abstract pieces in order to connect to the subconscious. When Abstract Expressionism emerged in New York during the mid-20th century, it similarly centered on the process of creation, in which Helen Frankenthaler’s expressive “soak-stain” technique, Jackson Pollock’s drips of paint, and Mark Rothko’s planes of color were a radical new type of abstraction.
Conceptual art, Pop art, Hard-Edge painting and many other movements offered fresh approaches to abstraction that continued into the 21st century, with major contemporary artists now exploring it, including Anish Kapoor, Mark Bradford, El Anatsui and Julie Mehretu.
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Style: Abstract
Françoise LANDOWKSI (1917-2007) “Pierrot” Claude Debussy
Located in Holywell, GB
Françoise LANDOWKSI (1917-2007) “Pierrot” Claude Debussy
An ethereal painting of a pierrot with the image repeated until it fades away across the canvas. The pierrot is also shown i...
Category
1960s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Wild and Free, Original Painting, Semi Abstract Seascape, Ocean art, Blue
Located in Deddington, GB
Wild and Free is a semi-abstract seascape painting by Helen Howells. It was inspired by the coast of South Wales, which is my homeland. It is not of any specific place, but is a comb...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
In silence Watercolor painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
"A watercolor painting for the interior on cotton paper measuring 38x56cm.
This interior painting with nature is about a warm summer evening by the Volga River, the pacification of n...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
White Abstract #10 by Murray Duncan, mix media on artist board, resin, geometric
Located in Toronto, CA
White Abstract #10 by Murray Duncan, 2023
Mix media on artist board, resined
Size 48" x 60" x 1.5
Unframed
Murray Duncan is a self-taught creative visionary. Know for his large-scal...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Wood Panel, Pencil
R. Poch 7 Blue Daisies Castle acrylic painting
By Ramon Poch
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
3.-Castle 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 Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Up Memory by Murray Duncan, mix media on artist board, abstract geometric
Located in Toronto, CA
Up Memory by Murray Duncan
2023
Mix media on artist board
Size 84" x 72" x 1.5"
Unframed
Murray Duncan is a self-taught creative visionary. Know for his large-scale, expressive cont...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Wood Panel
Steven Baris "Stations of Attention Q4" Oil on Mylar
By Steven Baris
Located in New York, NY
Steve Baris considers his abstract painting to be diagrams that he creates in a persistent attempt to visually define and articulate the amorphous, and ineffable processes of everyda...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mylar, Oil
Ruz Vertical Blue Black Abstract Acrylic on paper Painting
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Original work of the artist RUZ
Ruz. astract. Vertical. blue .black - Abstract Acrylic on paper Painting
Perfect state
virtual frame
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, we are i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
One Flower Garden, Lilacs : Abstract painting
Located in New York, NY
Abstract painting "One Flower Garden, Lilacs" by Iliyan Ivanov. The artwork showcases the enduring fascination and artistic exploration of the enchanting world of plants, flowers and...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
No Reason by Murray Duncan, mix media on artist board, abstract geometric
Located in Toronto, CA
No Reason by Murray Duncan 2024
Mix media on artist board
Size 48" H x 60" W x 1.5" D
Unframed
Murray Duncan is a self-taught creative visionary. Know for his large-scale, expressiv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Wood Panel
One Flower Garden, Daffodils : Abstract painting
Located in New York, NY
Abstract painting "One Flower Garden, Daffodils" by Iliyan Ivanov. The artwork showcases the enduring fascination and artistic exploration of the enchanting world of plants, flowers ...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Steven Baris "Stations of Attention Q3" Oil on Mylar
By Steven Baris
Located in New York, NY
Steve Baris considers his abstract painting to be diagrams that he creates in a persistent attempt to visually define and articulate the amorphous, and ineffable processes of everyda...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mylar, Oil
Steven Baris "Stations of Attention Q5" Oil on Mylar
By Steven Baris
Located in New York, NY
Steve Baris considers his abstract painting to be diagrams that he creates in a persistent attempt to visually define and articulate the amorphous, and ineffable processes of everyda...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mylar, Oil
Last Thoughts by Murray Duncan, triptych mix media on canvas, abstract geometric
Located in Toronto, CA
Last Thoughts by Murray Duncan, 2024
Triptych - 3 panels
MIx media on canvas
Unframed
Size - 30" x 40" x 1.5" each panel
Murray Duncan is a self-taught creative visionary. Know for ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Ruz original abstract acrylic painting
By Rafael Ruz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Ruz- original abstract acrylic painting. Virtual frame
Original work of the artist RUZ
Acrylic on paper
Perfect state
While contemplating the painting of Ruz, we are inclined to ta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Cardboard
“By the Rapeseed Field”, a scenic oil painting depicting a glowing field
Located in Edgartown, MA
“People sometimes ask me how I start a painting. Starting a painting is easy. I just put down two strokes of color. The interaction between these two marks is the beginning of the di...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
“Rocks at Lagos, Portugal”, scenic oil on canvas with cliffs over a vast horizon
Located in Edgartown, MA
“People sometimes ask me how I start a painting. Starting a painting is easy. I just put down two strokes of color. The interaction between these two marks is the beginning of the di...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Steven Baris "Stations of Attention D3" Oil on Mylar
By Steven Baris
Located in New York, NY
Steve Baris considers his abstract painting to be diagrams that he creates in a persistent attempt to visually define and articulate the amorphous, and ineffable processes of everyda...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mylar, Oil
“Magenta Tree”, A tranquil field with a purple leaf tree
Located in Edgartown, MA
“People sometimes ask me how I start a painting. Starting a painting is easy. I just put down two strokes of color. The interaction between these two marks is the beginning of the di...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sunlit Prayers-Original Triptych-British Awarded Artist-Gold Leaf-Expressionist
Located in London, GB
The 'Sunlit' series is an exploration of the colour yellow and its positive healing effect on individuals impacted by grief.
The pictorial language in this series pays homage to Japa...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
virtualité corporelle 35
Located in Washington, DC
Faced with the pursuit of an unrealistic virtual aesthetic, body dysmorphia has become a prevalent form of social anxiety in our times. The series 'virtualité corporelle' reflects on...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Spring Ikebana - mixed media photography and painting, Limited edition of 10
Located in London, GB
'Spring Ikebana'
London, United Kingdom 2024
The bold moving brushstrokes in the background represent the unpredictable and often overwhelming nature of the world. They can be seen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Photographic Film, Ink, Watercolor, Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, ...
Spring Ikebana - mixed media photography and painting, Limited edition of 20
Located in London, GB
'Spring Ikebana'
London, United Kingdom 2024
The bold moving brushstrokes in the background represent the unpredictable and often overwhelming nature of the world. They can be seen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Photographic Film, Ink, Watercolor, Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, ...
ABSTRACT Artwork Black Dark Wood Panels by Spanish Alicia Gimeno 2024
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Diptych of two wood panels with black lava paint.
Alicia Gimeno, born in Barcelona (1989), trained in graphic design during her time in Mexico. From the beginning, she was captivat...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Wood Panel
Northern legends.White expansion
Located in Oslo, NO
Movement of white color that give impression of power and victory.Working on abstraction is often very intuitive and sometimes the artist has to rein in this "beast" to achieve the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Found It Anyway by Murray Duncan, mix media on canvas, abstract geometric modern
Located in Toronto, CA
Found It Anyway by Murray Duncan, 2023
Mix media on canvas
Floating black frame
Size is 49.5 x 49.5 x 2"
Murray Duncan is a self-taught creative visionary. Know for his large-scale,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Wild Summer Flowers in Champagne, Blooming Prairie, Illustration Style Poppies
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Wild Summer Flowers in Champagne" is an abstract expressionist painting by Romina Milano where a landscape of black gestures unfolds across colorful brushstrokes infused with raw em...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Ink, Watercolor
Hard Conversations by Murray Duncan, mix media on artist board
Located in Toronto, CA
Hard Conversations by Murray Duncan, 2023
Mix media on artist board
Size - 48" x 60" x 2"
Unframed
Murray Duncan is a self-taught creative visionary. Know for his large-scale, expre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Pastel, Acrylic, Wood Panel
Separated By A Line by Murray Duncan, mix media on canvas, abstract geometric
Located in Toronto, CA
Separated By A Line by Murray Duncan, 2024
Mix media on canvas
Size 60" x 48" x 1.5
Unframed
Murray Duncan is a self-taught creative visionary. Know for his large-scale, expressive ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Light Hearted by Murray Duncan, mix media on canvas, abstract geometric modern
Located in Toronto, CA
Light Hearted by Murray Duncan, 2024
Mix media on canvas
Size: 50" x 77" x 1.5
Unframed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Pastel, Acrylic
Colourful Expressive Abstract Sea Landscape Art by Contemporary British Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Colourful Expressive Abstract Sea Landscape Scene by Contemporary British Artist
Art measures 16 x 16 inches
Frame measures 21 x 21 inches
The painting depicts a serene landscape f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Acrylic
Northern legends.In a dream world
Located in Oslo, NO
Abstract ,symbolic and decorative painting . Shape , movement and colour that creates one fantasy world.Working on abstraction is often very intuitive and sometimes the artist has ...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Northern legends.Pursuit.
Located in Oslo, NO
One abstract and symbolic way to tell one history.Working on abstraction is often very intuitive and sometimes the artist has to rein in this "beast" to achieve the desired image.I...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Euphoria. Floral Abstraction, acylic on synthetic paper by Vika Flartina
Located in Zofingen, AG
I create my paintings by applying many translucent layers, just as people are made up of different layers, among them layers of other people's opinions, influences as well as memorie...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Greenery Floral Abstraction, acylic painting on synthetic paper
Located in Zofingen, AG
A work from the series "Secrets of Memories".
I create my paintings by applying many translucent layers, just as people are made up of different layers, among them layers of other pe...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Nothing superfluous. Floral Abstraction, acylic painting by Vika Flartina
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Nothing superfluous." The painting is inspired by spring, when everything is just beginning to awaken, like man and his awakening, when everything superfluous is cut off.
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Paper
Organics 7. oil on canvas by Evgeniya Bova
Located in Zofingen, AG
This painting is part of a series that reflects the beauty of the plant world from an unusual perspective - through an intense macro view.
These are semi-abstract canvases where the...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
virtualité corporelle 19
Located in Washington, DC
Faced with the pursuit of an unrealistic virtual aesthetic, body dysmorphia has become a prevalent form of social anxiety in our times. The series 'virtualité corporelle' reflects on...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Organics 8. Original oil painting by Evgeniya Bova
Located in Zofingen, AG
This painting is part of a series that reflects the beauty of the plant world from an unusual perspective - through an intense macro view.
These are semi-abstract canvases where the...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Organics 9. Original oil painting by EVGENIYA BOVA
Located in Zofingen, AG
This painting is part of a series that reflects the beauty of the plant world from an unusual perspective - through an intense macro view.
These are semi-abstract canvases where the...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sand and Sea Glass, Abstract Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
An abstract grid of organic sand-colored shapes centers around blue and green dots. With interference paint treatment, the elements glow and shimmer with light,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Northern legends.End of winter.
Located in Oslo, NO
Abstract composition that based on floral forms.Working on abstraction is often very intuitive and sometimes the artist has to rein in this "beast" to achieve the desired image.In ab...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Rearranging - Abstract by Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
Rearranging - Abstract by Marc Zimmerman
This masterpiece is exhibited in the Zimmerman Gallery, Carmel CA.
Marc Zimmerman creates playful paintings, whether deep mysterious jungl...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Well Tempered Rhythm - Abstract Pattern Shapes By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
Well Tempered Rhythm - Abstract, Patterns, Shapes By Marc Zimmerman
This masterpiece is exhibited in the Zimmerman Gallery, Carmel CA.
Marc Zimmerman creates playful paintings, wh...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Northern legends.Awakening
Located in Oslo, NO
Abstract composition that based on floral motifs .Working on abstraction is often very intuitive and sometimes the artist has to rein in this "beast" to achieve the desired image.In ...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Algo Sencillo (Abstract painting)
Located in London, GB
Algo Sencillo (Abstract painting)
Acrylic on canvas — Unframed
This artwork will be shipped rolled in a dent-resistant tube.
This method is especially safe for large works, and prov...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
ABSTRACT Artwork White Grey Wood Panels by Spanish Alicia Gimeno 2024
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Three wood panels composition with grey white acrylic paint.
Paulonia Wood
RAMA - Light Freezes III
Alicia Gimeno, born in Barcelona (1989), trained in graphic design during her tim...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Wood Panel
'Intervals' by Lori Poncsak - Blue and Gold Textured Abstract Expressionism
Located in Carmel, CA
'Intervals' by Lori Poncsak is a compelling abstract acrylic painting that masterfully plays with structure and spontaneity across a 30" x 24" canvas. The artist employs a striking p...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
"Bas Relief II" Painting 59" x 59" inch by Ibrahim Khatab
Located in Culver City, CA
"Bas Relief II" Painting 59" x 59" inch by Ibrahim Khatab
Ibrahim Khatab was born in Cairo 1984, works as a co-teacher in Cairo University, he mixes between painting, video art and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Space 27, Painting, Acrylic on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
A series of spaces, geometry mixed with minimal forms in acrylic on paper. Unframed :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
For a walk. Oil on loose canvas, 45 x 42 cm
Located in Riga, LV
For a walk. Oil on loose canvas, 45 x 42 cm
Victor Karnauh (1950, Dnepropetrovsk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR – 2012, Dnepropetrovsk Oblast, Ukraine) – a painter, a monument designer, grad...
Category
1990s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Blue Fusion, Abstract Painting
By Alicia Dunn
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A color field portrays an abstract landscape with a serene blend of blues, purples, and creams. The transition between hues creates a dreamlike quality and exud...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Forms 3, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Acrylic on canvas 100x100x2 cm. Ready to hang Finalist in 2022 in the Sant Jordi Foundation Perelló Lérida Fine Arts Award (Spain). Included in your catalog that will also be se...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Fractal, Modern Colorful Abstract Painting 100x100cm by Anna Selina
Located in Zofingen, AG
Spiritual and metaphysical artwork about peace in your heart, when you are a part of this big world, open-hearted, and sincerely love life. This painting is like a spiritual way, whi...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Blue space II, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Geometric composition of blue forms Ready to hang. No framing required :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artis...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Space 29, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Composition as result of combination of minimal shapes and geometric forms Ready to hang. No framing required :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certifi...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Space 30, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A series of spaces, geometry mixed with black and white minimal forms in acrylic on canvas Ready to hang. No framing required :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an ...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
virtualité corporelle 34
Located in Washington, DC
Faced with the pursuit of an unrealistic virtual aesthetic, body dysmorphia has become a prevalent form of social anxiety in our times. The series 'virtualité corporelle' reflects on...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
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