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Abstract Animal 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
Space Whale, Modern Contemporary Impressionist Painting, 2018, Original Edition
Located in Golden, CO
Immerse yourself in the wonder of space exploration with Topher Straus' captivating Large Scale "Space Whale" Original Edition. This awe-inspiring digital artwork depicts a whimsica...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Metal

On Top of the Wave, Turquoise Fish Drawing Patterns, Subtle Background Seascape
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series by Enric Servera explores the relationship of humans to salt and seawater. The intention of these works is to submerge us into the sea, a salty treasure that surrounds us...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor

Final Birds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oil paint and oil on paper mounted on wood panel. Mostly monochromatic gestural abstraction with multiple bird images.
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Mixed Media, Oil, Wood Panel

One-of-a-kind Painting on Board , Titled "Hungry Giraffe" by Serg Graff, COA
Located in Framingham, MA
This is a unique original acrylic painting on board in a naive primitivism style by Serg Graff Titled "Hungry Giraffe". It comes signed, dated, and with COA (Certificate of Authenti...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Acrylic

Original Large Painting on Board , Titled "Funny Giraffe" by Serg Graff, COA
Located in Framingham, MA
This is a unique original Large acrylic painting on board in a naive primitivism style by Serg Graff Titled "Funny Giraffe". It comes signed, dated, and with COA (Certificate of Aut...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Acrylic

Nature is waking up. Tempera on paper, 27 x 33 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Nature is waking up. Bilateral. Tempera on paper, 27 x 33 cm Victor Karnauh (1950, Dnepropetrovsk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR – 2012, Dnepropetrovsk Oblast, Ukraine) – a painter, a monume...
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1990s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Tempera, Paper

Hawaii Fish Cave Painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
Hawaii Fish Cave Painting This stunning oil painting on canvas depicts a mesmerizing underwater scene, featuring a school of vibrant colorful fish swimming in a cave. The artist, Olg...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Pit Pony, Contemporary Abstract Painting.
Located in Brecon, Powys
‘Pit Pony’ My abstract artwork celebrating the Pit Ponies who worked the coal mines of Britain during the Industrial Revolution. Painted as a Celtic War Horse surrounded by the sight...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Acrylic

Paradise Found by Katharina Husslein Large Colorful Contemporary Painting
Located in DE
Jungle Happiness is a beautiful large painting ca 130 x 190 cm full of color and light. Birds are sitting on the branches and flying through the Bambus trees. Contemporary paintin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Big Bird on Blue
Located in Southampton, NY
Inspired by various facets of his own life story, Salvadoran-American artist J Oscar Molina creates work that seamlessly bridges cultures, industries, and feelings. With a commitment...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Desert Sage" by Allison Leigh Smith, Original Painting, Hare Portrait
Located in Denver, CO
Allison Leigh Smith's "Desert Sage" (2021) is an original oil painting on aluminum, measuring 24 x 24inches. This captivating circular artwork features a beautifully detailed hare, s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Metal

Zebra Pattern
Located in Valencia, ES
Every artwork is hand-made and supported with a certificate of authenticity. Made in Spain, 2024. Package: protected cardboard box. Dispatching terms: 2-3 working days. Location and ...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Sandstone

Trafalgar Square-original surreal wildlife cityscape painting- contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
In “Trafalgar Square,” Nathan Neven transforms one of London’s most iconic landmarks into a surreal and captivating scene, blending the majesty of the natural world with the heart of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Golden Path-original surreal wildlife cityscape painting- contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
In “Golden Path,” Nathan Neven brings a touch of the wild to the heart of London, creating a striking and thought-provoking composition. Two graceful giraffes stride confidently towa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Shaftesbury Fountain-original surreal cityscape painting- contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
In “Shaftesbury Fountain,” Nathan Neven reimagines a beloved London landmark with a whimsical twist, blending reality with playful fantasy. The iconic Shaftesbury Fountain becomes th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Jelly Fish
Located in Zofingen, AG
Jellyfish Painting Underwater Original Art Tropical Ocean Art Oil Painting Fish by OlgaNikitinArt * Title «Jellyfish » * Size 12x12 inches. * Materials: oil paints, stretched canvas...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Oil

Fun Fetch, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist Jeff Fleming describes his painting style as kinetic impressionism. In this piece, a beagle triumphantly retrieves a stick thrown into the ocean. Jeff started the piece with a pencil sketch on the canvas, then with gloved hands, he applied oil paint using his fingers. Details were later added using brushes. Once these layers of paint dried, he moved the piece to his studio floor. "At this point, I whisked paint in random but authoritative strokes - a speckling technique which replicates water splashing."


About the Artist
Artist Jeff Fleming uses fingerpainting to create exuberant portraits of dogs. Growing up in Southern California, Jeff was first introduced to fingerpainting in kindergarten. He painted through high school and college and won several art awards, including Best of Show in a city wide student competition. After graduating with a degree in journalism and advertising, he went to work as an art director. For the next 40 years, he created print, radio and television ads for a number of top agencies. "After retiring in 2019, the clouds of stress and pressure cleared and allowed me to set my creative energy free," says Jeff. He began developing new techniques focused on the excitement and energy of painting. Today, he uses a variety of methods and tools, including fingerpainting wearing nitrile gloves, traditional paint brushes, bamboo shish kebab sticks, kite string, spraypaint and splattering. While working, Jeff always listens to music, including Broadway musicals, dance music and rhythmic Hawaiian tunes.


Words that describe this painting: beagle, dog, pet, impressionism, Iris Scott...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Oil

On Top of the Wave, Mixed Media on Paper, White Fish Drawing Patterns Colorful
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series by Enric Servera explores the relationship of humans to salt and seawater. The intention of these works is to submerge us into the sea, a salty treasure that surrounds us...
Category

2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor

School of Red Fish Painting Impasto Palette Knife Art
Located in Zofingen, AG
Red Fish Painting Ocean Art Impasto Painting Palette Knife Art by Olga Nikitina Title: Red Fish Symphony Size: 85x60x2 cm Materials: oil, stretched canvas, palette knife Shipping: ga...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Unapologetic" by Allison Leigh Smith, Original Painting, Snake and Flowers
Located in Denver, CO
Allison Leigh Smith's "Unapologetic" (2022) is an original oil painting on aluminum, measuring 18 x 18 inches. This captivating circular artwork features a detailed portrayal of a ra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Metal

Birch Rabbit I, bunny, orange color painted birch on wood trophy plaque
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Colorful Innocent animal image, great for child Birch bark on trophy plaque.
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Panel, Mixed Media

Blue and White Abstract Overlapping Shapes Fish Scribble Gestures, Mediterranean
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series by Enric Servera explores the relationship of humans to salt and seawater. The intention of these works is to submerge us into the sea, a salty treasure that surrounds us...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor

Marine Blue Diptych, Abstract Fish Pattern Gestures, Mediterranean Navy Painting
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series by Enric Servera explores the relationship of humans to salt and seawater. The intention of these works is to submerge us into the sea, a salty treasure that surrounds us...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor

The Surprise- original impressionist Cityscape oil painting-wildlife modern art
Located in London, Chelsea
Embark on a journey of discovery with "The Surprise," a captivating original painting by artist Nathan Neven. This enchanting composition, skillfully rendered in oil on canvas, blend...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Looks Like Sun" Original Buffalo Art by Brian Keith Stephens, Western Landscape
Located in Denver, CO
"Looks Like Sun" is an evocative original painting by Brian Keith Stephens, capturing the rugged spirit of a western buffalo. This piece, using oil and wax on cotton, measures 32 x 4...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Cotton, Wax, Oil

Sea of Blues Diptych, Abstract Blue & White Fish Patterns, Mediterranean Style
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series by Enric Servera explores the relationship of humans to salt and seawater. The intention of these works is to submerge us into the sea, a salty treasure that surrounds us...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

Materials

Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Watercolor

"Slow Speed" Original Bull Painting by Brian Keith Stephens, Textural Art
Located in Denver, CO
"Slow Speed" is an original painting by Brian Keith Stephens, beautifully composed on cotton using oil and wax. This artwork measures 40 x 54 inches and is presented unframed, ready ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Cotton, Wax, Oil

Marine Diversity Diptych, Abstract Colourful Fish Patterns, Vivid Tones Gestures
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series by Enric Servera explores the relationship of humans to salt and seawater. The intention of these works is to submerge us into the sea, a salty treasure that surrounds us...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor

Leopard pattern
Located in Valencia, ES
Every artwork is hand-made and supported with a certificate of authenticity. Made in Spain, 2024. Package: protected cardboard box. Dispatching terms: 2-3 working days. Location and ...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

Materials

Sandstone

Monochrome Giraffe Pattern
Located in Valencia, ES
Every artwork is hand-made and supported with a certificate of authenticity. Made in Spain, 2024. Package: protected cardboard box. Dispatching terms: 2-3 working days. Location and ...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

Materials

Sandstone

In the Rainforest by Katharina Husslein Large Colorful Contemporary Painting
Located in DE
In the Rainforest is a beautiful large painting 200 x 142 cm full of color and light. Birds are sitting on the branches and flying through the Bambus trees. About the Gallery: Foll...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Monochrome Tiger Pattern
Located in Valencia, ES
Every artwork is hand-made and supported with a certificate of authenticity. Made in Spain, 2024. Package: protected cardboard box. Dispatching terms: 2-3 working days. Location and ...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Sandstone

Coral Reef Painting Ocean Art Underwater Seascape Original Painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
Tropical Coral Reef Painting by Olga Nikitina Title: Coral Reef Size: 100x75cm Materials: Oil, Cotton Canvas, Palette Knife Shipping: Stretched on woden frame, gallery standards pack...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil

Mid-Century Paleolithic Hunt Scene
By Nan Street Fowler
Located in Soquel, CA
A wonderful mid-century interpretation of prehistoric, Paleolithic cave paintings; done in reddish earth tones and rich in visual texture by Sausalito, California artist Nan Street F...
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1950s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Masonite, Oil

Hawaii Tropical Fish Underwater Art
Located in Zofingen, AG
HawaiiTropical School of Fish This stunning oil painting on canvas by Olga Nikitina captures the beauty of a school of fish swimming gracefully in the ocean depths. The vibrant blue ...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Space Whale, Modern Contemporary Impressionist Painting, 2018, Limited Edition
Located in Golden, CO
Immerse yourself in the wonder of space exploration with Topher Straus' captivating "Space Whale" Limited Edition. This awe-inspiring digital artwork depicts a whimsical and colo...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

Materials

Metal

Tropical Coral Reef Painting Original Ocean Art
Located in Zofingen, AG
Coral Reef Painting by Olga Nikitina Title: Coral Reef Size:85x60cm Materials: Oil, Stretched Canvas, Palette Knife Shipping: gallery standards packaging, Express Shipping with track...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil

Bluebirds I, grey and white composition, abstracted with text "Drug of a Nation"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Birds on repurposed galvanized steel. Predominately monochromatic repeated, patterned, abstracted bird images
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Metal

Cow Pattern
Located in Valencia, ES
Every artwork is hand-made and supported with a certificate of authenticity. Made in Spain, 2024. Package: protected cardboard box. Dispatching terms: 2-3 working days. Location and ...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Sandstone

Venus of the North- original impressionistic wildlife oil painting- modern art
Located in London, Chelsea
In "Venus of the North" by Nathan Neven, a captivating blend of still life and wildlife unfolds within the confines of a surreal setting. The focal point of the piece is a room adorn...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Good Hope - original abstract interior wildlife whale painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
"Good Hope" by Nathan Neven stands as a mesmerizing testament to the artist's unique vision, capturing a scene where a magnificent whale gracefully navigates a vibrant interior space...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Serenisima-original wildlife surreal interior abstract painting-contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
In "Serenissima" by Nathan Neven, a captivating world unfolds where the untamed beauty of wildlife converges with the refined elegance of an opulent interior setting. This wildlife i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Blue Tones, Abstract Figurative Painting of Fish Patterns, Seascape on Paper
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series by Enric Servera explores the relationship of humans to salt and seawater. The intention of these works is to submerge us into the sea, a salty treasure that surrounds us...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Watercolor

The Great Octopus Escape, Modern Abstract Impressionist Landscape, 2020, Ltd Ed
Located in Golden, CO
Immerse yourself in a captivating underwater world with Topher Straus' mesmerizing "The Great Octopus Escape" Limited Edition. This digital artwork portrays an octopus with vibrant c...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Metal

Playground Bywater -original sureal cityscape wildlife painting -modern artwork
Located in London, Chelsea
"Playground" by Nathan Neven presents a lively tableau featuring two running wolves, an elephant, and a bear and panda casually seated on stairs. The vibrant scene unfolds against th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Scala of Heaven-original abstract wildlife interior oil painting-modern art
Located in London, Chelsea
Nathan Neven's "Scala of Heaven" is a mesmerizing wildlife interior painting that seamlessly fuses the majestic presence of an elephant and two elegant ostriches with the opulence of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Sloan Square - original London cityscape oil painting -modern art
Located in London, Chelsea
Step into the bustling energy of the city with "Sloan Square," a captivating original painting by artist Nathan Neven. This unique cityscape and wildlife composition, rendered in oil...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

House of Flamingos- original impressionist wildlife oil painting- modern art
Located in London, Chelsea
"House of Flamingos" by Nathan Neven is a captivating blend of still life and wildlife, set within the whimsical confines of a surrealistic world. At the heart of the painting, a flo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Unusual Sunday - original London cityscape wildlife oil painting -modern art
Located in London, Chelsea
"Unusual Sunday" by Nathan Neven invites viewers into an unconventional and vibrant world, where a lone zebra stands between two majestic ostriches. The peculiar scene unfolds agains...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Tiger and Eagle- original interior surreal wildlife oil painting-modern art
Located in London, Chelsea
"Tiger and Eagle" by Nathan Neven offers a captivating glimpse into a surrealistic world where wildlife and interior design intersect. At the center of the painting stands a majestic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Sea of Blues N7, Abstract Blue and White Fish Patterns, Mediterranean Style
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series by Enric Servera explores the relationship of humans to salt and seawater. The intention of these works is to submerge us into the sea, a salty treasure that surrounds us...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Watercolor

Ramon Poch Character Black Cat. original acrylic painting
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
1.-Ramon Poch. Character. black cat 115 x90 cm. acrylic painting Born in Badalona (Barcelona). Photographer and advertising film director. Founding partner of the advertising prod...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Acrylic

Méduses Tropiques
Located in PARIS, FR
Anna Peter-Breton Méduses Tropiques Huile sur toile Oil on canvas 100 x 81 cm 39 3/8 x 31 7/8 in. 2023 Anna Peter-Breton was born in 1985. Originally from Hungary and Kyrgyzs...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Oil

Blue of Blues, Abstract Fish Shapes Diptych, Overlapping Forms, Mediterranean
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series by Enric Servera explores the relationship of humans to salt and seawater. The intention of these works is to submerge us into the sea, a salty treasure that surrounds us...
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2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor

Blue Bird Chelsea -original modern wildlife London Cityscape art -oil painting
Located in London, Chelsea
"Blue Bird" by NATHAN NEVEN is a captivating oil on canvas that merges the untamed essence of wildlife with the structured beauty of urbanity. In this realistic portrayal, giraffes ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Crossing The Albert Bridge- original London wildlife Cityscape oil painting- art
Located in London, Chelsea
Immerse yourself in the enchanting scene of "Crossing The Albert Bridge," a captivating original painting by artist Nathan Neven. This delightful composition, expertly crafted in oil...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Mid Century Bay Area Abstract Expressionist - Cats & Birds
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid Century Bay Area Abstract Expressionist Cats and Birds Composition in Acrylic on Paper How many cats and birds do you see? This striking painting by San Francisco's Bay Area abs...
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1950s Abstract Animal Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic

Fur and Love by Amy Sullivan Contemporary Dog Painting with Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
It only took us a second to fall in love with Amy Sullivan's abstracted barns and structures. Oozing with texture and media, her large-scale and slightly off-kilter renditions of the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

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Mixed Media, Board

Abstract animal paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Abstract animal paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add animal paintings created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, orange, purple, green and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Rocky Hawkins, C. Dimitri, Julie Sneed, and Karnish Art. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Oil Paint and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Abstract animal paintings, so small editions measuring 4.88 inches across are also available. Prices for animal paintings 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 $100 and tops out at $75,000, while the average work sells for $1,964.

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