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
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 Paintings
Materials
Enamel
Hand Drawn-Painted X-L One Off Edition-Constant Gardener-British Awarded Artist
Located in London, GB
This is an X-large hand drawn with original charcoal and hand painted with original oil and gesso paint; it is the No 1 of the only 10 Limited Editions; the colours of the painting ...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Archival Paper, Giclée, Gesso, Charcoal, Oil, Acrylic
Journey Unknown - Original Abstract Impasto Nature Rural Landscape Painting
By Dana Cowie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Using an impasto, painterly technique Dana Cowie creates cubist-inspired farm and rural landscapes. Working within controlled color schemes, her artworks appear abstract up close and...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Abstract Oil Painting. "Story Of An Gray Exodus"
Located in Bogotá, Bogotá
"Story Of An Gray Exodus" is an 84 x 89 cm abstract painting, distinguished by its texture and layers of color. Dominated by shades of gray, the piece is complemented by flashes of g...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
"seduction series " RK32W, Abstract, Painting, 21st Century, Acrylic and Clay
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, h...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Clay, Acrylic
Echoes of Bloom, II, Abstract Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Earthy tones contrast with soft pinks and greens, hinting at a floral presence. This abstract painting conveys dynamic movement and emotional depth, balancing s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Wildflower song for you - Nature Floral Painting Colorful Blue Joy Mother Earth
By Karnish Art
Located in Cullinan, ZA
Title: Wildflower song for you
Nature Floral Texture Delight Colorful Joy Blue Joy Layers Depth Vibrant Symphony
A joyful gift for Mother's day - or to celebrate Mother Earth and o...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Abstract Seascape Oil Painting on Wood "Sea"
By Sula Repani
Located in FISTERRA, ES
Abstract seascape oil painting on wood panel titled "Sea" by contemporary artist Sula Repani. This evocative abstract seascape artwork c...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
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 Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Wing Of A Butterfly. Acrylic painting, large format, vertical abstract
Located in Oslo, NO
"It is a large-scale abstract painting. I once thought - what could a butterfly wing look like under a microscope? And as a result of my imagination, this work was created." said Ann...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
#225, Abstract, Photography, Painting, Expressionism
Located in München, BY
Unique piece
More sizes and an Essay from Lyle Rexer about this series on request.
JJoachim Schmeisser’s work rescues photography from the centuries-old straightjacket of realism t...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Pigment
The Green Dress 14 - Minimalist Figurative Original Ink Painting on Paper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bettina Mauel expresses vitality and sensuality in her abstract and figurative paintings. “I paint what I experience,” she articulates. “This includes landscapes, dancers and people ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Ink, Mixed Media
Contemporary abstract floral acrylic painting on canvas "Symphony of irises"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
"Symphony of Irises," a vibrant and expressive floral painting by French artist Natalya Mougenot, is part of her abstract series where nature and flowers are captured through her uni...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Contemporary abstract floral acrylic painting on canvas "Dance of red tulips"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
“A Dance of Red Tulips” is a striking piece from Natalya Mougenot’s Floral series, a French artist known for her unique fusion of expressionism, impressionism, abstract art, and naïv...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Hand painted Artist's Proof #1 -Gladiolus Summer Bloom-British Awarded Artist
Located in London, GB
The sheer large size and artist hand-painted quality with vibrant colours bring impact to your space. This rare X-large artist's proof is 80% hand painted and highlighted with origin...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Oil, Acrylic, Archival Paper, Giclée
Pink and Purple Abstract of Orange Circles French 20th Century Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Expressionist Composition
signed by Gilbert Pelissier (French born 1924)
oil painting on canvas, unframed
dated 04'
canvas size: 51 x 38.5 inches
Inscribed verso
condition: ...
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Nicely Framed Antique American Modernist Abstract Expressionist Signed Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Signed. Measuring 29 by 35 inches overall and 23 by 29 painting alone. In excellent original condition. Handso...
Category
1960s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
The Wind Picked Up - Original Abstract Nature Landscape Impasto Painting
By Dana Cowie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Using an impasto, painterly technique Dana Cowie creates cubist-inspired farm and rural landscapes. Working within controlled color schemes, her artworks appear abstract up close and...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Natural Wonder 1, pink, yellow green, blue
Located in Cumming, GA
This original landscape painting captures the ethereal beauty of nature through soft greens, blues, and misty whites, evoking a tranquil and dreamlike atmosphere. The abstract compos...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Bottlebrush Grass-original modern abstract oil painting- contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online.
"Bottle Brush Grass" by Antoinette Ferwerda is an original abs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Copper
Contemporary New Abstract Dots 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 Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Contemporary impressionist floral acrylic painting paper "Among the sunflowers"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
"Among the Sunflowers" is a striking contemporary floral painting by French artist Natalya Mougenot, whose work is deeply inspired by the expressive legacy of Van Gogh. Like the Dutc...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
May Flowers 2 - Modern Acrylic Geometric Resin Artwork
By Ricky Hunt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ricky Hunt’s mixed media minimalist wall art is influenced by his tumultuous past that led to a paradigm shift in creativity and life. He covers the wood panel with layers of acrylic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel
Hand-Painted Large Artist Proof-Summer Night-British Awarded Artist-One Off
Located in London, GB
This is an unique one-off Artist's Proof , its outstanding hand-painted quality and its visual presence promises to bring huge impact to your space.
The Large Artist's Proof “Summer ...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Archival Paper, Giclée
Compression litteraire, Abstract, Library, Expressionism, Contemporary, Oil
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
SIZE FRAME: 157 X 57 cm (61.81 x 22.44 in) you can request a wood frame
Sophie Dumont is a professional painter whose work is collected worldwide and is known for her deep explora...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
TBG Origins: ETERNALLY HELD - Meditative Green Black Gold Abstract Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Abstract minimalist artist Jason DeMeo presents a collection of artworks designed to engage viewers in a meditative experience, drawing them closer to the enduring ideals of truth, b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Oil Painting On Canvas. A Forgotten Dog On Green.
Located in Bogotá, Bogotá
Oil painting of a forgotten French bulldog, set against an abstract background dominated by Veronese green with touches of gold leaf. Made with professional Rembrandt colors. For dur...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold
Large American Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting "Blue Landscape" Oregon 1955
Located in Portland, OR
A large American Abstract Expressionist oil on canvas painting by Pacific Northwest artist Frederick Heidel ( 1915-2000), "Blue Landscape", Oregon, circa 1955.
This is a large & earl...
Category
1950s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
ABSTRACT Contemporary Artist French Rose Madone New Artwork forms earth colors
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 A...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Pigment
Essentials Collection: PRESENCE - Meditative Green Black Gold Abstract Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Abstract minimalist artist Jason DeMeo presents a collection of artworks designed to engage viewers in a meditative experience, drawing them closer to the enduring ideals of truth, b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Hand-Painted Limited Edition #2-Lime Trees in Yellow-British Awarded Artist
Located in London, GB
This is a highly collatable ( only 10 made in exceptional giclée quality and with original hand-painted highlight by artist) in a very attractive price.
Only ten Limited Edition, he...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Acrylic, Archival Paper, Giclée, Oil
Manhattan Beach - Colorful Abstract Landscape on Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Maria C Bernhardsson's original artworks are influenced by the architecture and geometry of houses. Born in Sweden, Bernhardsson travels the world photographing and sketching houses ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Captivated - Art Deco, Modern, Abstract, Colorful, Minimalism, Invest, Bold, Joy
By Karnish Art
Located in Cullinan, ZA
Title: Captivated
Art Deco, Modern, Abstract, Colorful, Minimalism, Invest, Bold, Joy
This series connects to that around as well as that within.
Captivated takes the viewer to a ...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
The Awakening - Floral Landscape Nature Colorful Vibrant Joy Mother Earth Flower
By Karnish Art
Located in Cullinan, ZA
Title: The Awakening 2
Floral Landscape Nature Colorful Vibrant Flowers Joy Delight Texture Layers
Little Gem
A joyful gift for Mother's day - or to celebrate Mother Earth and our ...
Category
2010s 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 Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
Abstract expressive floral acrylic painting on canvas "Memories in roses"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
Contemporary abstract expressionist floral painting "Memories in Roses" by French artist Natalya Mougenot is a vibrant addition to her Floral series. In this piece, Natalya depicts a...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Morning Story, Abstract Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A blend of muted greens, grays, and earth tones evokes a moody landscape. The composition suggests a horizon where the sky meets a textured field. Bold brushstrokes and layered colors create a sense of depth and movement, capturing the essence of a landscape in transition. Hints of blue and orange add contrast and intrigue.
About the Artist
Artist Ronda Waiksnis captures nature's visceral beauty in her abstract and expressionist works. Embracing the capriciousness of the creative process, she allows her intuition to guide her, resulting in pieces that feel both organic and unrefined. "My paintings have been found, not built," says Ronda. Rarely using brushes, she applies layers of paint with large palette knives or her fingers, emphasizing the importance of balancing creative abandon and physical control. Ronda operates in a gloriously messy studio, a standalone building behind her house, with a powerful sound system that keeps the vibe carefree and intense. When she's not creating art, Ronda enjoys spending time with her loved ones, playing with her dogs, and savoring a glass of wine.
Words that describe this painting: expressive, muted, soft, gestural, stream...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Willing Game 2" ( floral, pink, green, vibrant, energetic, optimistic, pair)
Located in Paris, IDF
WILLING GAME 2
This vibrant and dynamic floral painting features cropped roses and their stems, offering a lively and uplifting subject matter. Created on antique linen canvas, thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Crayon, Oil, Acrylic
Contemporary Abstract Painting In Greens And Yellows On Canvas, "Untitled" 2024
Located in Bogotá, Bogotá
This painting is part of a series in which I explore the chromatic relationships between colors and tones, inspired by the art and aesthetics of pre-Columbian cultures. In a contempo...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
1990's Abstract Elegance Geometric Composition Grey Beige Figurative Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Figures
French School, indistinctly signed
dated 90
signed oil on canvas, framed
framed: 22 x 19 inches
canvas : 18 x 15 inches
Provenance: private collection, France
Condit...
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Hand-Painted Large OneOff Artist Proof-Summer Night Bloom-British Awarded Artist
Located in London, GB
This stunning large One-Off Artist Proof is almost 80% handprinted by the artist Shizico Yi and its visual presence promises to bring huge impact to your space. The Proof is hand-pai...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Archival Paper, Giclée, Oil
landscape sea painting Marine lovers
Located in Roma, GB
one-of-a-kind painting on canvas
XXL Large size
100x200cm (105X205cm)
The title of this artwork suggests many interpretations. The time of the day is also uncertain.
Delicate oran...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Infinite Embrace - Large Vibrant Abstract 3D Textural Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Playing with the interaction between positive and negative space, strong colors on neutral backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Contemporary abstract floral acrylic painting on canvas "Blooming in sunshine"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
"Blooming in Sunshine" is a striking, expressive contemporary painting by French artist Natalya Mougenot, and it forms part of her Floral series. In this series, Natalya masterfully ...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
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 Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
American Beauty - Colorful Lifeguard Stand on Beach Original Oceanscape Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kathleen Keifer's original artworks represent one of the most significant expressions of New California Realism. Keifer brings a fresh perspective to her colorful scenes of everyday ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
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 Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Acrylic, Oil
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 Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic
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 Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Ink, Acrylic
ABSTRACT Size Minimalism Painting Textil Spanish Artist Alicia Gimeno Black
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 Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Acrylic
Abstract Painting In Yellow Tones With Figuration And Gold On Canvas."Distances"
Located in Bogotá, Bogotá
Oil painting on canvas, abstract, in yellow tones with blocks of green, blue, orange, and violet, featuring animal figures: a fish and birds. This piece is part of a color block stud...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
"Main Beach Sunset II" Modern Impressionist Southern California Seascape
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Main Beach Sunset II" is a colorful example of Bryan Mark Taylor's modern approach to Impressionism. This beautiful oil on panel captures the mood and feel of the California Rivie...
Category
2010s 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 Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
Contemporary figurative acrylic painting of a woman with lemons on canvas
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This artwork, titled 'Enjoying Lemons", vividly portrays a faceless young woman with a distinctive, abstract style, done in a figurative manner with a touch of art naïf.
Created by...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
My Secret Garden
By Anne Harney
Located in Wenham, MA
In this large work the artist has shown flowers floating, turning, and growing in a space repleat with light and color. Evocative of a garden at the height of its glory this piece is...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Green Cathedral - Large Contemporary Abstract Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Harrison Gilman's large original artworks begin with a layer of fast-paced gestural abstraction followed by organic shapes and geometric structures. Some of his paintings remain in t...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Spray Paint
Meanders of Blue sand, abstract, oil on canvas, textured, Landscape, tan
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 Paintings
Materials
Oil
1960's French Cubist Abstract Portrait of Woman Colorful Clothing signed Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Woman
Andre Dalloz ( French School, circa 1960's)
signed oil on canvas, in a wooden frame
framed : 24 x 15.5 inches
canvas: 23.5 x 15 inches
Provenance: private collect...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Abstract paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Abstract paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add paintings created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, purple, orange, red and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Giorgio Lo Fermo, Sumit Mehndiratta, Nestor Toro, and Cindy Shaoul. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Synthetic Resin Paint and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Abstract paintings, so small editions measuring 0.1 inches across are also available.