Modern Abstract Photography
MODERN STYLE
The first decades of the 20th century were a period of artistic upheaval, with modern art movements including Cubism, Surrealism, Futurism and Dadaism questioning centuries of traditional views of what art should be. Using abstraction, experimental forms and interdisciplinary techniques, painters, sculptors, photographers, printmakers and performance artists all pushed the boundaries of creative expression.
Major exhibitions, like the 1913 Armory Show in New York City — also known as the “International Exhibition of Modern Art,” in which works like the radically angular Nude Descending a Staircase by Marcel Duchamp caused a sensation — challenged the perspective of viewers and critics and heralded the arrival of modern art in the United States. But the movement’s revolutionary spirit took shape in the 19th century.
The Industrial Revolution, which ushered in new technology and cultural conditions across the world, transformed art from something mostly commissioned by the wealthy or the church to work that responded to personal experiences. The Impressionist style emerged in 1860s France with artists like Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne and Edgar Degas quickly painting works that captured moments of light and urban life. Around the same time in England, the Pre-Raphaelites, like Edward Burne-Jones and Dante Gabriel Rossetti, borrowed from late medieval and early Renaissance art to imbue their art with symbolism and modern ideas of beauty.
Emerging from this disruption of the artistic status quo, modern art went further in rejecting conventions and embracing innovation. The bold legacy of leading modern artists Georges Braque, Pablo Picasso, Frida Kahlo, Salvador Dalí, Henri Matisse, Joan Miró, Marc Chagall, Piet Mondrian and many others continues to inform visual culture today.
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Rusty Scruby Photographic Reconstruction Titled Jim Miller Thistle, 2005
By Rusty Scruby
Located in Dallas, TX
Rusty Scruby’s work, Jim Miller Thistle, is a photographic reconstruction that encourages the viewer's participation; observed from different angles and at ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Fotogramma No. 33
Located in Denton, TX
Edition of 30
Signed, dated and numbered.
Category
20th Century Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
$1,400 Sale Price
43% Off
Untitled (artichokes) by Ida Lansky, ca. 1950, Vintage Silver Gelatin Print
By Ida Lansky
Located in Denton, TX
Untitled (artichokes) by Ida G. Lansky features a detail shot of whole and cut up artichokes. The tones of this photograph are reversed, creating an abstract image from a common object. The produce is lit dramatically from the side, emphasizing it's intricate details.
Untitled (artichokes) by Ida G. Lansky is an 8 x 10 inch vintage silver gelatin print. This photograph includes the artist's stamp in black ink on print verso.
Ida G. Lansky was born in 1910 in Toronto, Canada. She pursued many careers in her lifetime including Nursing, Art, and Library Science. In 1928 she moved to New York City and later attended New York University, The Jewish Hospital in Brooklyn, NY and Cornell University. In 1942 she received a B.S. in Public Health Nursing.
Ida Lansky moved to Hawaii in 1945 and married Irving Lansky. She then moved to Nor- man, Oklahoma and then to Denton, Texas where she studied art and was mother to two children, Ellen and Michele.
From 1954 - 1959 she was in the Visual Art studies program at Texas Women’s University in Denton with an emphasis on photography. She studied under Carlotta Corpron...
Category
1950s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Light Abstraction
Located in Denton, TX
Artist stamp on mount verso.
Vintage gelatin silver print
13 1/2 x 10 1/8 in.
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
$1,400 Sale Price
60% Off
Untitled from "Sirague City"
By Vilem Kriz
Located in Denton, TX
Signed and dated in ink on image.
Dated and stamped on verso.
13 1/2 x 10 1/2 inches. Toned gelatin silver print.
Category
1970s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
$1,200 Sale Price
65% Off
Contemplation by Ida Lansky, c. 1950
s, Vintage Silver Gelatin Print
By Ida Lansky
Located in Denton, TX
Contemplation by Ida Lansky depicts a group of three statues. The figures are turned towards each other and away from the viewer, as if talking in secret.
This photograph is listed as a 9.5 x 7.5 inch vintage silver gelatin print. It is signed and titled in pencil on mount margin by the artist.
Ida G. Lansky was born in 1910 in Toronto, Canada. She pursued many careers in her lifetime including Nursing, Art, and Library Science. In 1928 she moved to New York City and later attended New York University, The Jewish Hospital in Brooklyn, NY and Cornell University. In 1942 she received a B.S. in Public Health Nursing.
Ida Lansky moved to Hawaii in 1945 and married Irving Lansky. She then moved to Nor- man, Oklahoma and then to Denton, Texas where she studied art and was mother to two children, Ellen and Michele.
From 1954 - 1959 she was in the Visual Art studies program at Texas Women’s University in Denton with an emphasis on photography. She studied under Carlotta Corpron...
Category
1950s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Red Wave, Photograph, circa 1975 by Michael DeCamp
Located in Long Island City, NY
This photograph was created by American artist and avid scuba diver Michael DeCamp. DeCamp's abstract photos have an enigmatic quality, and the interactions between shapes and colors...
Category
1970s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Vintage Abstract Expressionist Hyman Bloom Photo Collage Assemblage Photograph
Located in Surfside, FL
This is a unique original collage, decoupage style of Jiri Kolar, This is an exceptional artwork which was part of a collaboration between Hyman Bloom and fellow artist and his very ...
Category
1990s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Paper, Photographic Paper
Untitled Abstraction Reverse #1 and #2
By Ida Lansky
Located in Denton, TX
Two photographs each 10 x 8 in., vintage gelatin silver prints by Ida Lansky.
Artist stamp on prints' verso.
Ida G. Lansky was born in 1910 in Toronto, Canada. She pursued many careers in her lifetime including Nursing, Art, and Library Science. In 1928 she moved to New York City and later attended New York University, The Jewish Hospital in Brooklyn, NY and Cornell University. In 1942 she received a B.S. in Public Health Nursing.
Ida Lansky moved to Hawaii in 1945 and married Irving Lansky. She then moved to Norman, Oklahoma and then to Denton, Texas where she studied art and was mother to two children, Ellen and Michele.
From 1954 - 1959 she was in the Visual Art studies program at Texas Women’s University in Denton with an emphasis on photography. She studied under Carlotta Corpron.
1959 marked a peak in her art career when she exhibited her photographs in a group exhibition curated by Henry Holmes...
Category
20th Century Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Untitled #1 and Untitled #2
By Ida Lansky
Located in Denton, TX
Two 10 x 8 in., vintage gelatin silver prints by Ida Lansky.
Artist stamp on prints' verso.
Ida G. Lansky was born in 1910 in Toronto, Canada. She pursued many careers in her lifetime including Nursing, Art, and Library Science. In 1928 she moved to New York City and later attended New York University, The Jewish Hospital in Brooklyn, NY and Cornell University. In 1942 she received a B.S. in Public Health Nursing.
Ida Lansky moved to Hawaii in 1945 and married Irving Lansky. She then moved to Norman, Oklahoma and then to Denton, Texas where she studied art and was mother to two children, Ellen and Michele.
From 1954 - 1959 she was in the Visual Art studies program at Texas Women’s University in Denton with an emphasis on photography. She studied under Carlotta Corpron.
1959 marked a peak in her art career when she exhibited her photographs in a group exhibition curated by Henry Holmes Smith...
Category
20th Century Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Photogram
By Karl Straub
Located in Denton, TX
Ed. of 77
Signed, titled, dated, print date and numbered.
Category
20th Century Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Abstract One, Minneapolis, MN, 2016
By Bill Phelps
Located in Hudson, NY
The Robin Rice Gallery announces the new exhibition VISITOR by photographer Bill Phelps.
Through light and shadow, a gaze, a mindset, Bill Phelps fourth solo show at the Robin Rice ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
"An Ending a Beginning" Photography 56" x 40" in Edition 1/3 by Larsen Sotelo
Located in Culver City, CA
"An Ending a Beginning" Photography 56" x 40" in Edition 1/3 by Larsen Sotelo
Not framed. Ships in a tube
Signed and numbered by the artist.
Comes with COA
Available sizes:
Editi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Rag Paper, Giclée
"Replica" Photography 56" x 40" in Edition 1/3 by Larsen Sotelo
Located in Culver City, CA
"Replica" Photography 56" x 40" in Edition 1/3 by Larsen Sotelo
Not framed. Ships in a tube
Comes with COA
Available sizes:
Edition of 24: 24.5" x 17.5" inch
Edition of 15: 35"...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Rag Paper, Giclée
"Glass Eyes" Photography 56" x 40" in Edition 1/3 by Larsen Sotelo
Located in Culver City, CA
"Glass Eyes" Photography 56" x 40" in Edition 1/3 by Larsen Sotelo
Not framed. Ships in a tube
Signed and numbered by the artist.
Comes with COA
Available sizes:
Edition of 24: 2...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Rag Paper, Giclée
2-Lux - Photography art print of a chandelier on a black background
Located in Oostende, BE
This work of art is called 2-Lux. It's a photography art print of a chandelier on a black background and it's a unique piece.
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Life Magazine Cover July 1980, Mithcell Funk Lighthouse
Located in Miami, FL
alternative photo - done on assignment in Cape Hatteras
Signed lower right, numbered, 3/15 dated
Category
1970s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Neil
s Coffee Shop
Located in Miami, FL
An upward view of a rare old sign in Manhattan's upper east side is transformed into an abstract composition of bold colors and strong shapes
Signed, dated numbered lower right and ...
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Illusion by Ida Lansky, ca. 1950
s, Vintage Silver Gelatin Print, Photography
By Ida Lansky
Located in Denton, TX
Illusion by Ida Lansky depicts a glass vase in front of a window with blinds. The background is distorted through the glass, abstracting the image by emphasizing the varying tones and shapes.
Illusion by Ida Lansky is listed as a 9.5 x 7.5 inch vintage gelatin silver print. This photograph is signed and titled in pencil on mount margin by artist.
Ida G. Lansky was born in 1910 in Toronto, Canada. She pursued many careers in her lifetime including Nursing, Art, and Library Science. In 1928 she moved to New York City and later attended New York University, The Jewish Hospital in Brooklyn, NY and Cornell University. In 1942 she received a B.S. in Public Health Nursing.
Ida Lansky moved to Hawaii in 1945 and married Irving Lansky. She then moved to Nor- man, Oklahoma and then to Denton, Texas where she studied art and was mother to two children, Ellen and Michele.
From 1954 - 1959 she was in the Visual Art studies program at Texas Women’s University in Denton with an emphasis on photography. She studied under Carlotta Corpron...
Category
1950s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Main Street, Denton Texas
Located in Miami, FL
Signed dated, numbered lower l 4/15 left recto , other sizes available, unframed, printed later
Category
1980s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Live Bait New York, New York at Night Street Scene
Located in Miami, FL
This noir is a photograph of a New York at Night street scene. In "Live Bait New York Neon" we see an illuminated bus stop juxtaposed against neon l...
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
American Flag in Neon Reflections of Red White and Blue, Patriotic New York
Located in Miami, FL
American Flag in Times Square rendered in Neon. Patriotic colors of Old Glory are described in vibrating neon. Cars in the foreground reflect the striped pattern, while faces and fi...
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Archival Paper, Inkjet
Red Roses. Pink Roses. Beautiful Flowers, Abstract Photography
By Robert Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Signed, numbered and dated lower right 3/15 . unframed, other sizes available. Printed on Hahnemühle Fine Art paper
Robert Funk is a painter, advertising art director and photogra...
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Inkjet
American Flag in Neon
Located in Miami, FL
The patriotic colors of Old Glory are described in vibrating neon. Cars in the foreground reflect the striped pattern, while faces and figures punctuate the scene. Signed and dated ...
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
Wherever You Look You See the Chrysler Building: 30 Rockefeller Observation Deck
Located in Miami, FL
Wherever you look, you see the Chrysler Building. In 1980, it was easier to see it because there was less clutter in the Manhattan skyline. From the Observation Deck of 30 Rockefel...
Category
1980s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
1-Lux - Photography art of red roses
Located in Oostende, BE
1-Lux, Photography art print of a composition with red roses. The art work was framed and is a unique piece.
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
American Flag in Neon in New York City Street Scene at Night
Located in Miami, FL
The patriotic colors of Old Glory are described in vibrating neon. Cars in the foreground reflect the striped pattern, while faces and figures punctuate the scene. Signed and dated ...
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Archival Pigment
Group of Red Roses. Pink Roses. Beautiful Flowers
By Robert Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Signed, numbered and dated lower right 3/15 . unframed, other sizes available. printed later Printed on Hahnemühle Fine Art paper
Robert Funk is a painter, advertising art directo...
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Inkjet
Live Bait New York
Located in Miami, FL
Neon illuminated bus stop juxtaposed against trendy bar.
Signed, dated, numbered 4/15 other size available, unframed
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
Nutsy 02
Located in New York, NY
For this image, Eric Ceccarini invited Nutsy, a graphic artist and calligrapher, to create this artwork. This artwork is offered in 3 sizes, price depends on edition number and size....
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, Digital, Digital Pigment, Archival Paper, Color, Arc...
Price Upon Request
Vogue
By Jan Stussy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a suite of five original photographic collages by American artist Jan Stussy.
The artist took various images on paper, some perhaps from magazines, and cut and assembled these five original collages, all of Vogue models.
Jan Stussy was a prolific artist, a close companion of artist Stanton Macdonald Wright, and was head of the arti department at UCLA for thirty years. Stussy also received an academy award for his short film, "Gravity is my Enemy,"
This suite of collages are absolutely brilliant, in the surreal manner of Man Ray.
Please contact our West Hollywood gallery...
Category
1970s Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Black and White
Price Upon Request
Homage to Rothko, Study 13
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Prices range depending on how many works have sold so below are the base/starting prices and my not be indicative of the price for this particular print. Please contact us for price and availability:
24 x 30 inches: $3500
36 x 44 inches: $5000
44 x 60 inches: $7500
All editions of 15. Prices subject to change without notice and prices increase as works sell.
Richard Ehrlich...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
Modern abstract photography for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Modern abstract photography 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 abstract photography 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, red, pink and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Stuart Möller, Adolph Studly, Mitchell Funk, and Howard Schatz. Frequently made by artists working with Archival Pigment Print, and Pigment Print and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Modern abstract photography, so small editions measuring 3.63 inches across are also available. Prices for abstract photography made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $320 and tops out at $18,000, while the average work sells for $2,200.
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