Espace en Gris, Abstract Expressionist Painting by Raymond Abner 1956
Located in Long Island City, NY
An original oil painting by Egyptian Born French Artist, Raymond Abner (1919 - 1999) entitled "Espace en Gris".
Canvas, Oil
$796Sale Price|20% Off
H 20 in W 24 in D 2 in
Antique American Abstract Expressionist New York School Circa 1940 Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract expressionist painting. Oil on board, circa 1940. Image size, 24L x 20H.
Canvas, Oil
$1,020Sale Price|20% Off
H 31 in W 35 in D 2 in
Antique American School Nicely Framed Modernist Abstract Expressionist Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Very impressive early American abstract expressionist painting. Oil on board. Framed. Signed. Housed in a wonderful period wide modernist frame.
Canvas, Oil
$1,290
H 19.69 in W 15.75 in
Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting, by British Lloyd Durling - Rising Grey Green
By Lloyd Durling
Located in Bristol, GB
RISING GREY GREEN Size: 50 x 40 cm (including frame) Oil on Linen Board An engaging and powerful abstract composition by British contemporary artist Lloyd Durling, painted in oil on...
Oil, Panel
$3,850
H 34 in W 36 in D 2.5 in
Mid Century Modern Silver & Earthtone Abstract Expressionist - Corban Lepell
Located in Soquel, CA
Gorgeous mid century modernist abstract combining earth-tones and subtlest metallic silver background by Corban LePell (American, b. 1933), 1955. Signed and dated on verso. Condition...
Masonite, Oil
Gray Abstract Painting by Artist Planet, circa 1960, France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This late 19th-century English stereoscope viewer, crafted from richly hued wood, offers a charming glimpse into Victorian visual entertainment. Included are sepia-toned viewing card...
Canvas
$1,450
H 18 in W 21.75 in D 0.7 in
Paul Kauver Smith 1950s Abstract Oil Painting Mid-Century Modern Blue Black
By Paul Kauver Smith
Located in Denver, CO
This original circa 1955 abstract oil painting by American modernist Paul Kauver Smith (1893–1977) is a sophisticated example of postwar Mid-Century Modern abstraction. Executed in a...
Oil
$3,995
H 61.82 in W 26.38 in
Mid-Century French Abstract Expressionist Painting by Elisabeth Dujarric, 1960
Located in NANTES, FR
This oil on canvas, circa 1960, is a postwar French abstraction by Élisabeth Dujarric, a graduate from La Sorbonne in Paris. The work captures Dujarric’s singular position between th...
Oil
$35,000
H 51.5 in W 38.75 in D 1 in
Mid-Century "Ecole de Paris" Abstraction "Symphony in Grey" by Ferenc Varga 1957
Located in New York, NY
"Symphony in Grey" is an iconic oil on canvas, modern art painting by the Hungarian born artist, Ferenc Varga (Hungary, 1906-1989). Varga left Hungary for Paris in 1926 seeking arti...
Canvas
An Abstract Expressionist Painting By Leonard Maurer, 1958
By Leonard Maurer
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A very good example of an original Abstract Expressionist painting by Leonard Maurer, 1958. It is an oil on canvas,measuring 20x24". A real mid century jem, this work combines elemen...
Canvas
$3,881
H 28.75 in W 36.23 in D 1.58 in
Abstract Composition D2, 1950-55 - oil paint, 73x92 cm
By Raymond Dauphin
Located in Nice, FR
Oil on canvas, signed lower right The painting will be framed at the same price.
Oil
$17,500
H 42 in W 70 in
S. F. L. Large Abstract Expressionist Mid Century Oil Painting, Cleveland School
By Richard Andres
Located in Beachwood, OH
Richard Andres (American, 1927–2013) S. F. L., 1955 oil on canvas signed lower right, signed and titled verso 42 x 70 inches Richard Andres was born in Buffalo, New York in 1927. A ...
Oil
$13,698
H 44.1 in W 36.23 in D 1.58 in
Abstract Composition XVII, 1950-60 - oil paint, 112x92 cm
By Jean De Maisonseul
Located in Nice, FR
Oil on canvas, signed on back. Jean Pandrigue de Maisonseul was born in Algiers on August 3, 1912. During the conquest of Algeria his great-grandfather, a naval officer from the Viv...
Oil
Vintage American Black and White Framed Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American abstract painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Measuring: 17 by 21 inches overall and 16 by 20 artwork alone. Framed in silver gilt wood molding. Excellent condition, re...
Canvas, Oil
$975
H 16 in W 19 in D 2 in
Vintage American Modernist Signed Abstract Expressionist Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
This enigmatic and atmospheric abstract painting—signed lower right—features a striking typographic element reading “HIJKLYN,” embedded within a densely worked surface of gestural b...
Oil, Board
$4,371
H 34 in W 28 in D 2 in
Black on Grey Conceptual Abstract - British 60's Conceptual art oil painting
By Penelope Ellis
Located in Hagley, England
This striking conceptual abstract oil painting is by British artist Penelope Ellis. It was painted in 1963 in black on a grey background. The shapes appear to be floating or flying, ...
Oil
$2,280Sale Price|20% Off
H 26.63 in W 46.63 in D 2.25 in
Grey and Tan Abstract Expressionist Texture Mid-Century Abstract by Peter Witwer
By Peter Witwer
Located in Soquel, CA
Grey & Tan Abstract Expressionist Textural Mid-Century Abstract by Peter Witwer Heavily textured, expressive composition by Peter Witwer (American, 1928-1968). Over the top of a hea...
Linen, Plaster, Oil
Painter Anatomical Skull
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this painter anatomical human skull, circa 1970. This skull was acquired from a painter's studio, the skull was painted with oil paint.
Plaster
Antique 18th Century Carved Lime wood Frieze Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique 19th century carved lime wood frieze panel. This architectural panel displays a scrolling design of foliage with a Neoclassical flair, showcasing a look of elegance and c...
Wood
$17,346Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.75 in W 15.75 in D 8.67 in
Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Masterfully carved Italian Vanitas / Memento Mori bust in solid marble from late 19th century. White Carrara marble skull combined with masterfully carved hood & robes all from...
Carrara Marble
Carved Wood Skull Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
Asian carved wood skull sculpture with genuine teeth and movable jaw. Late 20th century.
Wood
$3,750Sale Price|50% Off
H 15 in W 22 in
North on West Street (West Side Highway NYC Cityscape)
By De Hirsch Margules
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
De Hirsh Margules (1899-1965). North on West Street , 1939. Watercolor on Arches wove paper. Signed and dated in pencil by artist lower margin. Sheet measures 15 x 22 inches. Framed ...
Watercolor, Rag Paper
$795
H 32 in W 24 in D 2 in
Antique American Modernist Abstract Expressionist New York School Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
American modernist abstract expressionist oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed verso.
Canvas, Oil
$716Sale Price|20% Off
H 36 in W 36 in D 2 in
American Large Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Signed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage modernist abstract painting. Oil on canvas. Image size, 36L x 36H. Signed verso, "Larry Glickman".
Canvas, Oil
$3,580Sale Price|20% Off
H 36 in W 24 in D 2 in
American Abstract Expressionist Mid Century Framed Vintage Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pure mid century abstract expressionist painting. Great colors and movement. Oil on canvas. Framed. No signature found.
Canvas, Oil
$50,000
H 36 in W 48 in D 4 in
Untitled: Street Art - Graffiti Art Before Basquiat - African American
By Alvin Hollingsworth 1
Located in Miami, FL
Sometimes, the most celebrated artists are not the most original. Such is the case with Jean-Michel Basquiat, known for bringing into mainstream abstract yet representational street ...
Metal
$1,180Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 32 in D 2 in
Large Antique American Modernist Abstract Expressionist Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Impressive early American modernist abstract oil painting. Framed. Oil on canvas. Signed. Image size, 20H by 24L. Excellent ready to hang condition. Impressive colors and compo...
Canvas, Oil
$4,500
H 30.5 in W 24.5 in
"Untitled" Tully Filmus, Abstract, Cubist, Colorful, Pink, Blue and Yellow
By Tully Filmus
Located in New York, NY
Tully Filmus Untitled, circa 1950s Signed lower right Oil on canvas 30 x 24 inches Tully Filmus was a Russian-born American realist painter known for his figurative scenes, portrai...
Canvas, Oil
$1,475
H 29 in W 35 in D 2 in
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...
Oil, Board
$519
H 47.25 in W 31.5 in D 0.04 in
Hand-Painted Large Artist Proof-Summer Night-British Awarded Artist-One Off
By Shizico Yi
Located in London, GB
This stunning Artist's Proof is an one-off, oil hand-painted, signed at front and on the back label too; each proof is 80% hand painted by Shizico Yi, because the nature of hand mixe...
Gesso, Archival Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Archival Paper, Giclée
$2,520Sale Price|30% Off
H 27 in W 30 in D 1 in
"Sunflowers of Provence, Abstract Expressionist Oil on Canvas, Framed"
Located in Hillsborough, NC
Large Abstract Expression of Sunflowers in Provence sets the traditional fields ablaze with orange. Painted by Scottish artist Sheila McNab MacMillan, who is known for bold outlines ...
Canvas, Oil
$1,650
H 10 in W 30 in D 1 in
Multi-Color Abstract Expressionist Horizontal Landscape
By Michael Pauker
Located in Soquel, CA
Bold multi-color abstract expressionist oil painting illustrating vivid colors of gold, magenta, teal and yellows by Michael Pauker (American, b. 1957). This high octane colorful hor...
Canvas, Oil
Carved Wood American Eagle with Gold Finish
Located in Norwell, MA
Carved wooden eagle painted with an old gold finish. Eagle is very detailed and clutching the Great Seal in the likeness of the US Coat of Arms. Rear hanging wire. Overall dimensi...
Wood
Bring audacious experiments with color and textures to your living room, dining room or home office. Abstract paintings, large or small, will stand out in your space, encouraging conversation and introducing a museum-like atmosphere that’s welcoming and conducive to creating memorable gatherings.
Abstract art has origins in 19th-century Europe, but it came into its own as a significant movement during the 20th century. Early practitioners of abstraction included Wassily Kandinsky, although painters were exploring nonfigurative art prior to the influential Russian artist’s efforts, which were inspired by music and religion. Abstract painters endeavored to create works that didn’t focus on the outside world’s conventional subjects, and even when artists depicted realistic subjects, they worked in an abstract mode to do so.
In 1940s-era New York City, a group of painters working in the abstract mode created radical work that looked to European avant-garde artists as well as to the art of ancient cultures, prioritizing improvisation, immediacy and direct personal expression. While they were never formally affiliated with one another, we know them today as Abstract Expressionists.
The male contingent of the Abstract Expressionists, which includes Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning and Robert Motherwell, is frequently cited in discussing leading figures of this internationally influential postwar art movement. However, the women of Abstract Expressionism, such as Helen Frankenthaler, Lee Krasner, Joan Mitchell and others, were equally involved in the art world of the time. Sexism, family obligations and societal pressures contributed to a long history of their being overlooked, but the female Abstract Expressionists experimented vigorously, developed their own style and produced significant bodies of work.
Draw your guests into abstract oil paintings across different eras and countries of origin. On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive range of abstract paintings along with a guide on how to arrange your wonderful new wall art.
If you’re working with a small living space, a colorful, oversize work can create depth in a given room, but there isn’t any need to overwhelm your interior with a sprawling pièce de résistance. Colorful abstractions of any size can pop against a white wall in your living room, but if you’re working with a colored backdrop, you may wish to stick to colors that complement the decor that is already in the space. Alternatively, let your painting make a statement on its own, regardless of its surroundings, or group it, gallery-style, with other works.