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Abstract Drawings and Watercolor 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
Geometric Study in Motion 1960s by Serge Guerin French b1916
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Geometric Study in Motion 1960s by Serge Guerin French b1916 by Serge Guerin (b. 1916), French Black ink on paper, unframed Size: 25.75 (height) x 19.75 (width) inches Provena...
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20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink, Gouache

Contemporary Watercolor Painting, Design for form , C. 2007 by David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
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Early 2000s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Watercolor

Abstract Watercolor Painting, Design for Sculpture , C. 1995 by David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
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1990s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Watercolor

Contemporary Watercolor Painting, Design for Panel , C. 1994 by David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
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1990s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Watercolor

French Expressionist Abstract Original Painting Artists Studio Provenance
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Expressionist Composition by Jacques COULAIS (1955-2011) gouache painting on paper/ card unframed: 8.5 x 5.75inches condition: excellent provenance: all the paintings we hav...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Oil

Morandi 12 (Abstract Cubist Still Life Painting Inspired by Morandi Bottles)
Located in Hudson, NY
Abstract cubist style still life graphite and acrylic painting inspired by Giorgio Morandi's bottle still life paintings "Morandi 12” by Hudson Valley artist, David Dew Bruner, made...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Graphite

Painting A Beautiful View Of The Cap Frehel Beach, Northern Brittany
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022) signed lower left, Inscribed Verso. watercolour painting on artist paper, unframed 10 x 14 inches Very good condition. Provenance: from the artists...
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20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Post-Impressionist French Watercolour Painting Brittany Beach Scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022) signed lower left, Inscribed Verso. watercolour painting on artist paper, unframed 10.75 x 16.75 inches Very good condition. Provenance: from the a...
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20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Vintage Lascaux Caves Abstract Watercolor
Located in Soquel, CA
Abstracted composition inspired by prehistoric paintings in the caves of Lascaux, France by Les (Leslie Luverne) Anderson (American, 1928-2009). Signed "Les Anderson" lower right. Fr...
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1980s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Watercolor

French Expressionist Abstract Original Painting Artists Studio Provenance
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Expressionist Composition by Jacques COULAIS (1955-2011) gouache painting on paper/ card unframed: 10.75 x 8.25 inches condition: very good and impressive provenance: all th...
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20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Gouache

Untitled No. 15 (Abstract Black Grey Charcoal Drawing with Mat Black Frame)
Located in Hudson, NY
Abstract black and grey charcoal drawing on thick, high quality Arches paper Vertical drawing, 25 x 20 inch image on 30.5 x 22.5 inch Arches paper 35 x 28.5 inches in black frame wi...
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Early 2000s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Charcoal

Profil Orange
Located in CANNES, FR
Paco Rabanne ( 1934 -2023 ) " Profil Orange " 41 X 31 cm 49 X 39 cm framed . colored pencil , Gouache, felt-tip pen and graphite on paper . signed and dated 1990.
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1990s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Felt Pen, Color Pencil, Graphite

French Expressionist Abstract Original Painting Artists Studio Provenance
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Expressionist Composition by Jacques COULAIS (1955-2011) gouache painting on paper/ card unframed: 12.75 x 9.75 inches condition: excellent provenance: all the paintings we ...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Oil

Abstract Composition
By Cornelia Schulz
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork "Abstract Composition" c.1990 is an acrylic paint on paper by American artist Cornelia Schulz, b.1936. It is signed at the lower right corner. The artwork size is 14.25 x 8.35 inches, paper size is 16.15 x 10 inches, framed size is 24.25 x 15.75 inches. Custom framed in a wooden white wash color frame, with off white matting. It is in excellent condition. About the artist. Cornelia Schulz (b. 1936) lives and works in the San Francisco Bay Area. For close to 50 years she has honed her skills in abstract paintings of complex shape and color. Her early education in the arts began at the Los Angeles County Art Institute in 1954 through 1957, the heyday of the California Ceramics Revolution. She studied sculpture in clay and wood with Renzo Fenci (1914 – 1999), and drawing from Herbert Jepson (1908 –1993). She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in painting (1959) and her Master of Fine Arts in welded steel sculpture (1961) from the San Francisco Art Institute (SFAI). Schulz began her teaching career at the University of California Davis Art Department in 1973, retiring as Professor Emeritus in 2002. During her tenure at the University of California in Davis, Cornelia Schulz became the first female Chair...
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Late 20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Acrylic

Untitled - abstraction art, made in orange, turquoise, brown color
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. The work was done with alcohol ink in orange, turquoise, brown color on Yupo paper. The work is 11 by 14 inches in size, framed black with a styrene face o...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Ink

Untitled
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Untitled Pastel on paper, 1922 Initialed and dated lower right (see photo) Exhibited: Francis Nauman, Leon Kelly: Draftsman Extraordinaire, New York, April 4 - May 23, 2014. Provenance: Estate of the Artist The Orange Chicken...
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1920s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Pastel

Raphaelle Pia, Papier douche 4, 1980, acrylic on paper
Located in PARIS, FR
Raphaelle PIA (born in 1942) Papier douché 4, 1980 Acrylic paint on paper Titled, signed et dated “1980” lower right Dimensions of the work : 50 x 65 cm Sold without frame Raphaëll...
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1980s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink, Acrylic, Watercolor

"A Small City Park" Mid-Century Abstract by Edward Marecak, Colorado Modernist
Located in Denver, CO
Discover A Small City Park, an original mid-century modern abstract painting by acclaimed Denver artist Edward Marecak (1919–1993). Executed in acrylic and watercolor on paper, this ...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Acrylic, Watercolor

Circle of Pablo Picasso Nude Abstract Figurative Monotone Colors
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Superb period work from the 1960's era - very close in every respect to the later works by Pablo Picasso. The artwork is not signed but we believe it to be of French authorship. Pr...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor, Pencil

Emotions - abstract painting, made in violet, orange color
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. The work was done with alcohol ink in violet, orange color on Yupo paper. The work is 11 by 14 inches in size, framed black with a styrene face on a mat bo...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Ink

"Abstract Cityscape" NYC Early 20th Century American Scene Social Realism Ashcan
Located in New York, NY
"Abstract Cityscape" NYC Early 20th Century American Scene Social Realism Ashcan Abraham Walkowitz (American, 1878-1965) Abstract Cityscape Sight: 6 1/4' x 8 1/2 inches Mixed media...
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1910s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Mixed Media

"Lemons"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
I have worked on a new series of small oil paintings. This is the one of them. This series is dedicated to a summer period. This artwork is done with oil paints on a heavy weight ...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Oil

Geologies Series 9045
Located in Kansas City, MO
Nancy Charak Title: Geologies Series 9045 Materials: Drawing on 140# Fabriano Artistico Date: 2018 Dimensions: 22"x30" Nancy Charak makes paintings and drawings in her studio in Tuc...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Handmade Paper, Color Pencil

Abstract Watercolor Painting, Design for Light , c. 2000 by David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
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Early 2000s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Watercolor

Mountainscape inspired by M.Saryan-made in yellow, orange, red, blue, turquoise
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. The ladscape was done with alcohol ink in yellow,orange,red,blue,green,pink color on Yupo paper. The work is 22 by 28 inches in siz...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Ink

Untitled
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Signed and dated "1962" by the artist lower right. Mixed media on heavy paper. Done for a show to fund a trip to Italy.
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1960s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink, Mixed Media

Untitled , By Haley Prestifilippo, Graphite Drawing on Paper
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This 7.75" x 7.75" graphite on paper framed drawing is by Haley Prestifilippo. This graphite work presents a striking contrast between detailed and abstract elements. In the upper le...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Graphite

Abstract Watercolor Painting, Design for Light , 2004 by David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
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Early 2000s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Watercolor

Untitled
Located in PARIS, FR
A magnificent work in Indian ink and "levi" ink, counter glued on strong paper and accompanied by a certificate from the Zao Wou-Ki Foundation. Zao Wou-Ki was born in Beijing on 1 F...
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1990s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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India Ink, Rice Paper

G_44 - Minimalist, Contemporary, Drawing, Black, White
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
G_44, 2021 white ink on black cardboard (signed on reverse) 27 9/16 H x 39 3/8 in. 70 H x 100 W cm Alina Aldea's drawings project all the possible forms which appear to disappear wi...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink, Cardboard

Original ink on Paper, Contemporary Abstract Expressionist
Located in Carballo, ES
Black And White Minimal Painting is an original artwork realized by TUSET in 2020. The painting is unframed, we can frame it in natural wood or black on request. The title of this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink, Handmade Paper

Josette Urso "Float" - Abstract Watercolor Painting on Paper
Located in New York, NY
Josette Urso Float, 2022 watercolor on paper 30 x 22 in. (urso234) Josette Urso’s paintings are driven by a sense of urgency. Working from her observations of her surrounding enviro...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Watercolor

French Expressionist Abstract Original Painting Artists Studio Provenance
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Expressionist Composition by Jacques COULAIS (1955-2011) gouache painting on paper/ card unframed: 10.75 x 8.5 inches condition: excellent provenance: all the paintings we h...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Oil

French Expressionist Abstract Original Painting Artists Studio Provenance
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Expressionist Composition by Jacques COULAIS (1955-2011) gouache painting on paper/ card unframed: 12.75 x 10 inches condition: excellent provenance: all the paintings we ha...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Oil

Signed Chinese Calligraphy Drawing, (Memorial Sloan Kettering Art Coll.), Framed
Located in New York, NY
Zhang Hui (b. 1969) Untitled Calligraphy Drawing (from the Memorial Sloan Kettering Art Collection), 2007 India ink on hand made fine art paper Signed and dated in graphite pencil on...
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Early 2000s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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India Ink

Dorothy Dehner, Mid Century Modern signed abstract sculptural drawing, Framed
Located in New York, NY
Dorothy Dehner Untitled Mid Century Modern abstract sculptural drawing, 1955 Marker and graphite on paper Signed and dated by Dorothy Dehner in black felt tip pen on the front Frame ...
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1950s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Mixed Media, Permanent Marker, Graphite

Contemporary Watercolor Painting, Fire Series , C. 1995 by David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
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1990s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Watercolor

Untitled (abstract 1957)
Located in Columbia, MO
Perle Fine (American, 1905–1988) Perle Fine’s work is distinguished by a refined sense of balance, gestural energy, and a deep engagement with the language of abstraction. A key figu...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

"Summer colorful garden"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
My dear art lover, This semi-abstract vibrant expressive artwork celebrates a summer floral period. This floral artwork named "Summer colorful garden" with its bright vivid colors ...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Acrylic, Watercolor

Remains (Body in the Field 21) - Contemporary, Blue, Green, 21st Century
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
Remains (Body in the Field 21 ), 2022 oil on paper 16 17/32 h x 11 13/16 w in. 42 H x 30 W cm Zsolt Berszán embodies in his works the dissolution of the human body through the prism...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Oil

Psychic Garden (Meteor) - botanical - cyanotype - ethereal - colorful
Located in Atlanta, GA
This piece is an abstract botanical work on paper featuring hues of blue, tan, pink, green and white in a simple white box frame behind UV Plexiglas. Caroline Bullock is inspired by the work of Agnes Martin, Anish Kapoor, Katharina Grosse, Andy Goldsworthy and Lucy Dodd...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Acrylic, Archival Paper, Glitter

1960s "Red Landing" Gouache and Oil Pastel Abstract SF Female Artist
Located in Arp, TX
Gloria Dudfield Red Landing 1960s Oil Pastel and Gouache on Paper 26.5"x36" Good Condition - Wear consistent with age and history. Small areas of foxing. Edges have tears, paper sho...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Oil Pastel, Gouache

Contemporary Watercolor Painting, Design for Sculpture , 2005 by David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
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Early 2000s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor

Abstract composition - acrylic on paper in beige, gray, pink salmon color, 2023
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. The work was done with acrylic in beige, pink salmon and grey color on a paper. Each work is 24 by 18 inches in size, framed (gold). Mila Akopova is New Y...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Oil Crayon, Acrylic

Together, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
In this soft Northern California landscape, artist Patricia Pendergast explores the expressive colors she experienced while on location. "I pushed the local c...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Oil Pastel

Summer cocktail-abstraction art, made in ultramarine blue, rose, pink color
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. The work was done with alcohol ink in ultramarine blue, rose, pink color on Yupo paper. The work is 20 by 26 inches in size, framed in fine-quality solid w...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Ink

French Impressionist Watercolor Landscape Paris River Bridge Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
“Cityscape with Bridge" By Maurice Mazeilie (French) Watercolour on paper, unframed Size: 4.5 x 6.25 inches (Height x Width) Stamped Verso Condition: Good - There are no noticeable f...
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20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Remains (Body in the Field 7) - Contemporary, Green, Grey, Blue, 21st Century
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
Remains (Body in the Field 7), 2022 oil on paper (signed on reverse) 16 17/32 H x 11 13/16 W in. 42 H x 30 W cm Zsolt Berszán embodies in his works the dissolution of the human body...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Oil

The mazes of memory-abstraction art, made in brown, light blue, aubergine color
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. The diptych is made with alcoholic ink on Yupo paper. Each work is 11 by 14 inches in size, framed without glass on a double mat board in light blue with s...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Ink

French Expressionist Abstract Original Painting Artists Studio Provenance
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Expressionist Composition by Jacques COULAIS (1955-2011) gouache painting on paper/ card unframed: 12.75 x 10 inches condition: excellent provenance: all the paintings we ha...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Oil

Lily in Charcoal abstract expressionism photography edition of 10
Located in London, GB
'Lily in Charcoal' 2023 From raw energy to sublime. 'Lily in Charcoal' is an expression piece combining an abstract charcoal drawing with a live lily emerging from a gash. The charc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Photographic Film, Charcoal, Archival Ink, Archival Paper

Untitled
Located in Wellesley, MA
"Untitled," Flashe on Paper, 30 x 22 Inches A highly sophisticated series of large and small paintings, drawings and monoprints by Margo Margolis, NY artist who recently retired as ...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Other Medium

Large Scale Ocean Seascape Abstract Monoprint - Acrylic and Pastel on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Large Scale Ocean Seascape Abstract Monoprint - Acrylic and Pastel on Paper A dynamic large-scale vintage abstracted seascape Monoprint by Dennis Frings...
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Late 20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Paper

Post-Impressionist French Watercolour Painting The Fields Of Nice
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022) signed lower left, Inscribed Verso. watercolour painting on artist paper, unframed 10 x 13.75 inches Very good condition. Provenance: from the arti...
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20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Composition IV - abstraction art, made in black, orange, yellow and white
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. Abstraction art, made in black, orange, yellow on white foam board. Can be as a single independent painting, diptych or 4-pieces art composition. Also, we...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Epoxy Resin, Foam Board

"Wonderful floral glow"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
In this abstract floral artwork I experience the world of nature through the bright colors of a summer period. While painting, I sought to capture the beauty of summer flowers whic...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor

Africa (mountain)- abstract art, made in yellow, orange, blue, pink, grey, green, brown
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. The work was done with alcohol ink in yellow, orange, blue, pink, grey, green and brown color on Yupo paper. The work is 20 by 26 inches in size, framed in...
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Ink

Untitled
Located in Surfside, FL
30X21.25 without the frame. Mixed Media painting and drawing on paper. Lawrence Kupferman had a long and illustrious career as an artist and educator. His work has been exhibited at ...
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20th Century Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Mixed Media

Untitled 171215
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Untitled 171215" is an original acrylic and acrylic transfer on panel painting by Ryan Beck measuring 16"h x 16"w. Ryan Beck works in an abstract style that aims to link contempora...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Acrylic, Panel

Peter Halley, Hand signed dated original ink graphite drawing; unique Framed
Located in New York, NY
PETER HALLEY 6/21/96.9, 1998 Graphite and ink drawing Hand-signed by artist, signed and dated in graphite lower right front; lower left front bears title: 6/21/96.9 Frame included: elegantly matted and framed in a hand made museum frame with UV plexiglass signed and dated in graphite lower right front; lower left front bears title: 6/21/96.9 This is a unique work Frame included: elegantly floated and framed in a museum quality hand made white wood frame under UV plexiglass Measurements: Framed 16.5 inches vertical by 13 inches horizontal by 1.5 inches Artwork (visible) 10 inches vertical by 8 inches horizontal Peter Halley Biography Peter Halley was born in 1953 in New York. He began his formal training at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, from which he graduated in 1971. During that time, Halley read Josef Albers’s Interaction of Color (1981), which would influence him throughout his career. From 1973 to 1974 Halley lived in New Orleans, where he absorbed the vibrant cultural influences of the city, began using commercial materials in his art, and first became acquainted with the writings of earthwork artist Robert Smithson. In 1975 the artist graduated from Yale University, New Haven, with a degree in art history. After Yale, Halley returned to New Orleans, where he received an MFA in painting from the University of New Orleans in 1978. He had his first solo exhibition at the Contemporary Art Center, New Orleans, that same year. In 1978 Halley spent a semester teaching art at the University of Louisiana, Lafayette. He has continued to teach throughout his career. In 1980, Halley moved back to New York and had his first solo exhibition in the city at PS122 Gallery. At this time, Halley was drawn to the pop themes and social issues addressed in New Wave music. Inspired by New York’s intense urban environment, Halley set out to use the language of geometric abstraction to describe the actual geometricized space around him. He also began his iconic use of fluorescent Day-Glo paint. In 1984, Halley started to exhibit with the International With Monument gallery, becoming closely associated with the organization and its artists, who exhibited conceptually rigorous work in a market-savvy, coolly presented space that stood in stark contrast to the bohemian, Neo-Expressionist flair of the East Village art scene at the time. In 1986, an exhibition of four artists from International With Monument at the Sonnabend Gallery in New York heralded the group’s growing success. By the late 1980s, Halley was exhibiting with prominent galleries in the United States and Europe. In 1989, an exhibition of his paintings traveled to the Museum Haus Esters, Krefeld, Germany; Maison de la culture et de la communication de Saint-Étienne, France; and Institute of Contemporary Arts, London. From 1991 to 1992, a retrospective toured Europe, with presentations at the CAPC Musée d’art contemporain de Bordeaux, France; Musée d’art contemporain, Lausanne, Switzerland; Museo nacional centro de arte Reina Sofía, Madrid; and Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam. In 1992, the Des Moines Art Center hosted his first solo exhibition at a U.S. museum. While developing his visual language, Halley became interested in French post-structuralist writers, including Jean Baudrillard, Guy Debord, Michel Foucault, and Paul Virillio, all of whom shared his concern with the character of social spaces in a post-industrial society. In 1981, he published his first essay “Beat, Minimalism, New Wave, and Robert Smithson” in Arts, a New York–based magazine that would publish eight of his essays before the decade’s end. Halley’s writings became the basis for Neo-Geometric Conceptualism (also known as Neo-Geo), the offshoot of Neo-Conceptualism associated with the work of Ashley Bickerton, Halley, and Jeff Koons. In 1988, the artist’s writings were anthologized in Collected Essays, 1981–1987, and again in 1997 in a second anthology, Recent Essays, 1990–1996. In the mid-1990s, Halley began to produce site-specific installations for museums, galleries, and public spaces. These characteristically brought together a range of imagery and mediums, including paintings, wall-size flowcharts, and digitally generated wallpaper prints. Halley has executed permanent installations at the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Texas, and the Gallatin School of Individualized Study at New York University. In 2011, his installation of digital prints Judgment Day...
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1990s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink, Graphite

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