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Modern Paintings

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Oil on Canvas Painting by Artist Clifford Bailey, Titled Oh red
Located in North Miami, FL
Captivating Oil on Canvas Masterpiece by Renowned Artist Clifford Bailey Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of contemporary art with this mesmer...
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20th Century American Modern Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Rubber City 2 by Mauro Oliveira
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rubber City 2 by Mauro Oliveira, signed. Erasers, acrylic paint covered with resin on wood frame Height: 20 inches / Width: 20 inches / Depth: 0.75 inch 1 in stock in Los Angeles Ord...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Resin, Acrylic, Wood

Rubber City 2 by Mauro Oliveira
Rubber City 2 by Mauro Oliveira
$450 Sale Price
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Super Silver Oscar by Mauro Oliveira
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Super silver oscar by Mauro Oliveira, signed. Acrylic paint with automobile vinyl tapes, covered with resin on wood frame. Measures: Height: 81.5 inches / width: 34.5 inches / depth:...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Resin, Acrylic, Wood

Super Silver Oscar by Mauro Oliveira
Super Silver Oscar by Mauro Oliveira
$1,999 Sale Price
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Juan Navarette Contemporary Oil Painting, Cuban American Artist
Located in Miami, FL
Juan Navarette Contemporary Oil Painting, Cuban American Artist An oil on canvas by seasoned Cuban-American artist Juan Navarette titled "Cantares Del Canaveral". Juan A. Navarrete...
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1990s American Modern Paintings

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Canvas

1978 Larry Gray Original Atmospheric Landscape Pastel Painting One-of-a-Kind
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Fabulous 1978 Larry Gray original one-of-a-kind atmospheric landscape dry pigment and pastel painting on wove paper. Signed and dated by the artist in the lower right. The painting l...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Paintings

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Plexiglass, Walnut, Paper

Cuban American Artist Juan Navarrette Oil Painting
Located in Miami, FL
Cuban American Artist Juan Navarrette Oil Painting An oil on canvas by seasoned Cuban-American artist Juan Navarrette titled "Comienzo del Amor". Juan A. Navarrette was born in Hav...
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Early 2000s American Modern Paintings

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Canvas

Contemporary Oil on Canvas by Cuban American Artist Juan A. Navarrete
Located in Miami, FL
Contemporary Oil on Canvas by Cuban American Artist Juan A. Navarrete An oil on canvas by seasoned Cuban-American artist Juan Navarette titled " Poem for Four Lovers". Juan A. Navar...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Canvas

Maria Astadjov Modern Abstract Painting "Every Day That Goes By", 2019
Located in Montreal, QC
Modern abstract, mixed-media on aluminum painting; titled “Every Day That Goes By” by Maria Astadjov, a conceptual fine artist. Signed on front bottom r...
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2010s Canadian Modern Paintings

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Aluminum

1960s Russian Impressionist Oil Painting By Aleksander Gusarevich "Fishing Day"
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A sumptuous mid-20th century oil on board by Russian painter Aleksander Gusarevich (1908-1970). Entitled "Fishing Day", circa 1960, it is signed A Gusarevich. It is framed in a high ...
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Mid-20th Century Russian Modern Paintings

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Canvas

Richard Hirsch Encaustic Painting of Nothing #10, 2011
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary American ceramic artist Richard Hirsch's encaustic Painting of Nothing #10 is made of ceramic raw materials, dry pigment and wax. This piece is part of his ongoing Paint...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Clay, Organic Material

Contemporary Painting on Canvas by Cuban-American Artist Juan A. Navarrete
Located in Miami, FL
Contemporary Painting on Canvas by Cuban-American Artist Juan A. Navarrete Oil on canvas titled "Sunset" by Cuban-American artist Juan A.Juan. . Navarrete was born in Havana, Cuba, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Canvas

Little Italian Enamel on Copper Signed Amurri
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Little Italian enamel on copper signed Amurri (Giancarlo Amurri) within a square black frame cm. 23,5. It' a little art work! O/633.
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Paintings

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Copper

Richard Hirsch Encaustic Painting of Nothing #19, 2011
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary American ceramic artist Richard Hirsch's encaustic Painting of Nothing #19 is made of ceramic raw materials, dry pigment and wax. This piece is part of his ongoing Paint...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Clay, Organic Material

"Home" Abstract Oil and Wax on Canvas Painting by Joaquin Pineiro
Located in Houston, TX
"Home" Abstract Oil and Wax on Canvas Painting by Joaquin Pineiro
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Richard Hirsch Encaustic Painting of Nothing #3L, 2013
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary American ceramic artist Richard Hirsch's encaustic Painting of Nothing #3L is made of ceramic raw materials, dry pigment and wax. This piece is part of his ongoing Paint...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Clay, Organic Material

Original Watercolor Ski Poster "Pontresina" by Herbert Leupin, circa 1949
Located in Nantucket, MA
Original Watercolor Ski Poster "Pontresina" by Herbert Leupin (Swiss: 1916 - 1999), a watercolor and gouache painting original for one of Leupin's celeb...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Modern Paintings

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Paper

"Arrival" Oil on Canvas Painting by Vicente Puig
Located in Dubai, AE
Large oil on canvas painting, titled "Arrival" in an original octagonal silvered wood frame. Depicting Spanish ship arriving in the New World. Signed "V.Puig" at the bottom. The pai...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Modern Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Painting Regarde moi by Frédérique Tristant France 2024 Mixed media.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Painting Regarde moi by Frédérique Tristant. Mixed media on canvas. France 2024. Frédérique Tristant is a French artist born in Vannes in 1971, who lives and works in Brittany in ...
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2010s French Modern Paintings

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Paint

Modern Sculptural Green Yellow Color Oil Fibreboard Painting, Austria, 1993
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern green oil on fibreboard painting executed in Austria 1993. A beautiful color splash, this modern interpretation from an ancient Roman soldier dated 1993. The composition in gr...
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1990s Austrian Modern Paintings

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Natural Fiber

Oil Painting Lady with Insect by Jean-Pierre Clement "Nocturn" French Artist
Located in Toledo, OH
Framed oil painting on board of young lady with insect by French artist Jean-Pierre Clement. Surrealist with metallic gold designs and vivid blues. Very good condition. Painting meas...
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20th Century European Modern Paintings

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Wood

Maria Astadjov Modern Abstract Painting titled “Might Dream of You”, 2019
Located in Montreal, QC
Modern abstract, oil on canvas painting; titled “Might Dream of You” by Maria Astadjov, a conceptual fine artist, oil on canvas, signed on front bottom ...
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2010s Canadian Modern Paintings

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Canvas

Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting by Cuban-American Artist Juan A. Navarrete
Located in Miami, FL
Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting by Cuban-American Artist Juan A. Navarrete A figurative oil on canvas by Cuban-American artist Juan Navarrete titled "4 Para el Camino". Navarret...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Canvas

Modernist Painting Suggestiveness by Peter Sengl, 1985, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Modernist Painting Suggestiveness by Peter Sengl 1985 Austria This painting by Peter Sengl was named suggestiveness. Also the painting is signed and dated. Peter Sengl was born 1945...
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1980s Austrian Vintage Modern Paintings

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Canvas

"Dream A Little Dream" by Allan Rodewald
Located in Pasadena, TX
Allan Rodewald pursues abstract art to escape the limits of the real world through his self expression and exploration. As a youth, Allan studied in rur...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Paint

Vintage Abstract Floral Still Life Painting, "Love" by Garmed
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Abstract Floral Still Life Painting, "Love" by Garmed Offered for sale is an original acrylic on canvas titled “Love” by Venezuelan born Miami resident artist Garmed, Alfr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Paradise" Oil on Canvas Painting by Vicente Puig
Located in Dubai, AE
Large oil on canvas painting, in an octagonal silvered frame. Depicting Eve with a Parrot in a paradise garden. Signed "V.Puig" at the bottom. ABOUT VICENTE PUIG Vicente Puig (1882...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Modern Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Large Oil on Canvass Nude Painting by Alan Brassington
Located in London, GB
A large and impressive oil painting of a male nude, by acclaimed British artist Alan Brassington. This dates from the late 20th century. Alan Brassington specialises in portraits an...
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1990s British Modern Paintings

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Canvas

Large Black and White Painting Attributed to Beatrix Syjuco
Located in Miami, FL
A striking work of decorative attributed to Beatrix Syjuco similar to her Method of Madness II painting, circa 2017. Pencil on canvas. Professionally framed, measures: 50" W x 36" ...
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20th Century Canadian Modern Paintings

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Paint, Wood

Modernist Vintage Multicolored Oil Painting by Koster, 1980s
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern multicolored oil painting from the 1980s by Koster. The motif shows a Spain torero and a bull in the arena. very good condition approx. measures: Width 150 cm Height 100 cm De...
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Late 20th Century Modern Paintings

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Paint

Original Painting by Pierre Dmitrenko Abstract, 1942
Located in Toledo, OH
Original gouache on paper by French artist Pierre Dmitrenko. Abstract style signed and dated 1942 lower right. Nice condition with slight wear. Image size is 19.13" W x 13.32" H, Ove...
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Mid-20th Century European Modern Paintings

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Paper

Contemporary Wooden Sculpture-Painting in Light-Grey by Christofer Kochs
Located in Salzburg, AT
Contemporary abstract wooden painting created by circular sawing, light-grey and black painted on white-stuff, signed by hand Christofer Kochs, 2008.008. CHRISTOFER KOCHS Biographi...
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Early 2000s German Modern Paintings

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Wood

Lyle Braden Abstract Painting, 1983
Located in Raleigh, NC
An incredible original oil on canvas. This piece realized in the early 80s and shows wonderful contrast and movement. A study of light and color with a unique composition. Piece is m...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Paintings

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Canvas

"Santa Fe Rains" 1980 s Abstract Painting by Mary Jane Schmidt
By Mary Jane Schmidt
Located in Dallas, TX
Large scale blue and pink oil painting, "Santa Fe Rains" by Mary Jane Schmidt on canvas. Signed by artist and dated, 1988.
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1980s Vintage Modern Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Lyle Braden Abstract Painting, 1983
Located in Raleigh, NC
An incredible original oil on canvas board. This piece realized in the early 80s and shows wonderful contrast and movement. A study of light and color with a unique composition. Piec...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Pierre Fortin Modern Figurative Abstract Charcoal Painting Titled "2020"
Located in Montreal, QC
Charcoal on paper mounted on wood panel, titled: 2020; Panel 48" x 48" x 1.5" deep. Signed Pierre Fortin and dated 2020 on the front and back of the canvas. Pierre Fortin a Conceptual Artist Fine Artist, born in Montreal, Quebec. Fortin's career spans over 30 years designing and creating for a wide range of nationally and internationally recognized corporations, magazines and publishers. His work has been featured in Catapult Magazine, American Illustration and Communication Arts. Fortin's worked in the video game and theme park industry. His work included mural creation for Universal Studios to being commissioned by Sports Illustrated, The Atlantic Monthly, Forbes, Business Week and Time magazine... He has also created designs of sculptures and props for the Beijing Cube Water Park. The water park won a WWA Industry Innovation Award. Pierre also collaborated in the design of the Dollywood Mystery Mine, in Pigeon Forge...
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2010s Canadian Modern Paintings

Materials

Paper

Abstract Acrylic on Canvas Painting "Tireless Defender" by Alexander Hecht
Located in Montreal, QC
Abstract acrylic on canvas painting. Signed: Alexander Hecht, titled “Tireless Defender” and dated 2012, backside of the canvas; canvas size 40" x 60" x 2" profile. Alexander's artwo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Canvas

Original Painting by Listed Miami Artist, Ahmed Gomez, "Relics"
Located in North Miami, FL
This wonderful early painting in acrylic on canvas by Listed and famed Miami artist, Ahmed Gomez from 2015. THIS ITEM IS LOCATED AND WILL SHIP FROM OUR MI...
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2010s American Modern Paintings

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Acrylic, Wood

Painting of an African Mask by Yves Farbos.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Painting of an African Mask by Yves Farbos. Painting on cardboard of an African mask, signed by the artist Yves Farbos, 98, XXth century.     h : 46cm , w : 33cm, d: 0,5cm
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20th Century French Modern Paintings

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Paper

Painting "the Lady with a Hat", 20th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Painting "The Lady with a Hat", 20th century. Large painting by Luez "The Lady with a Hat", 20th century, unframed. Measures: H: 109 cm, W: 68 cm, D:...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Abstract Painting Oil on Canvas Titled ‘Taureau’ by Louise Clara
Located in Montreal, QC
This work titled “Taureau” (Bull) by Louise Clara is artist signed, front lower left, framed size: 60” x 60” x 1.5” profile, canvas size: 59" x 59” .59”, circa 2012. Oil on tinted ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Paintings

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Acrylic

Michelle Hénault Modern Abstract Painting "Le Grand Bleu/The Big Blue", 2015
Located in Montreal, QC
Modern abstract, oil on canvas painting; titled “Le Grand Bleu” by Michelle Hénault, a conceptual fine artist. Signed on front bottom right, also, signed...
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2010s Canadian Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Pulliam Abstract Framed Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Pulliam Abstract framed oil painting on canvas This painting measures: 20 wide x 2 deep x 24 inches high This painting is in great Vintage condition with minor marks, dents, an...
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2010s American Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Andrew Plum Waiting Another Day Contemporary Abstract Painting, 2008
Located in Montreal, QC
“Waiting Another Day” is an original, one-of-a-kind, red, yellow, white, black, green, contemporary, acrylic on wood panel abstract painting. Vibrant pops of color work in harmony to create this unique, contemporary work of art by Andrew...
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Early 2000s Canadian Modern Paintings

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Acrylic

Francine Tint (Am. B. 1943) Large Figural Painting Titled "3 Sisters" 1990
Located in Bridgeport, CT
About the Artist: Francine Tint is a contemporary American artist known for abstract expressionist painting. She studied at Pratt Institute and Brooklyn Museum college, and has exhib...
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20th Century American Modern Paintings

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Acrylic, Wood, Paint, Paper

Landscape Painting Oil on Canvas Signed Pulliam
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Landscape painting oil on canvas Signed Pulliam This painting measures: 30 wide x 1 deep x 30 inches high This painting is in Good Vintage Condition with missing glass and mino...
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2010s American Modern Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Contemporary Collage Oil Painting by Jean-Daniel Rohrer
Located in Atlanta, GA
Title: Ecriture Liee (Linked Writing) Artist: Jean-Daniel Rohrer (Swiss Canadian, 1960-). Media: Mixed media on Canvas (collage, stencil, chalk and oil on canvas). Year: 2007 Siz...
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Early 2000s Canadian Modern Paintings

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Canvas

Untitled Abstract Painting on Paper, Modern Mixed Media, Signed, 1990s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This original untitled abstract painting on paper by Cole dates to the 1990s and presents a compelling blend of figurative and abstract expression. The composition centers on a styli...
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1990s American Modern Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic, Paint

Niek van der Plas, Venise, Oil on Canvas
Located in Lantau, HK
Niek van der Plas paints impressionist scenes beaches, dunes, bulb fields, city scenes. Figures are often central in the work of this painter, who was born in 1954 and who is notable...
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Late 20th Century Dutch Modern Paintings

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Canvas

Abstract painting by Remo Bianco, Italian Spatialist, Collectible Italian Art
Located in Milano, IT
Italian Artist - 50's Painting - Modern Italian Artwork Painting Stunning oil on canvas painting by Italian modern artist Remo Bianco, Spatialist painter. The canvas is signed and d...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Trilogy Aquatinta by Rajko Kovacevic
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquatinta art technique combination by Rajko Kovacevic Yugoslavian Academic artist he was leaving and work in Italy in the late 1970s and begging of eighties inspired by Venice Carnival...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Paintings

Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Wpa Original Oil on Board
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Step back into a significant era of American art history with this compelling vintage original oil painting on board, potentially a piece created under the Works Progress Administrat...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood, Masonite, Paint

Nude lady by Juraj Huliak
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Nude lady by Slovak painter Juraj Huliak painted in the beggining of 2023. Acryl on cardboard.
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2010s Slovak Modern Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Raymond Mauchamps XX-XXI Composition Aux 5 Visages
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Raymond MAUCHAMPS (XX-XXI) Composition aux 5 visages, oil on panel.
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1980s European Vintage Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Pulliam Abstract Framed Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Pulliam abstract framed oil painting on canvas This painting measures: 20 wide x 2 deep x 24 inches high This painting is in great vintage condition with minor marks, dents, an...
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2010s American Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Mixed Technique on Paper by Andrea Branzi, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
Mixed technique on paper (collage - acrylic) designed by Andrea Branzi. Created for the exhibition project Galleries of modern art of Arezzo 1989, Italy. Bibliography Andrea Bra...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Paintings

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Acrylic

Large Green, Pink, White Abstract Acrylic Painting on Canvas by John Link
Located in Greensboro, NC
Large Vibrant Green, Pink, & White Abstract Acrylic and Alkyd Resin Painting on Canvas by John Link titled "Precession" 2007. Painting on canvas by the La...
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Early 2000s North American Modern Paintings

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Canvas, Resin, Acrylic

Original oil painting beach parasols BLUE DREAM by Carole Grandgirard France
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original painting beach with parasols BLUE DREAM Viviane. By Carole Grandgirard, title and signature on the back of the canvas. Oil on canvas...
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2010s French Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Abstract #2 Oil on Canvas by Milo Kekav?
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and very colorful abstract oil on canvas by what looks to be Milo Kekar or kovac. Colors stretch out over and into the white and stop leaving a white edge. Artist paints ove...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Landscape Tree Painting Oil on Canvas Signed Pulliam
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Landscape tree painting oil on canvas signed Pulliam This painting measures: 30 wide x 1 deep x 30 inches high This painting is in great vintage ...
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2010s American Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Betsy Cain - Night View 1 2
Located in Savannah, GA
Betsy Cain (American/Georgia, b.1949) Two oil on canvas paintings by Savannah artist Betsy Cain, 1980. Night View #1 21 by 17 inches 1 ¼ deep Night View #2 18 ¾ by 16 1 ¼ inches d...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

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