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Abstract Photography

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
Color:  Beige
Aspen Study I - large scale photograph of Indian summer autumnal color palette
Located in San Francisco, CA
Aspen Study I by Frank Schott a series of images capturing the yellow golden Indian summer foliage palette of aspen trees in California's Sierra Nevada ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Archival Pigment, Archival Ink, Giclée

Topologie III
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Edition of 20
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photogravure, Lithograph

Topologie IV
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Edition of 20
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photogravure, Lithograph

Aspen Study II - large scale photograph of Indian summer autumnal color palette
Located in San Francisco, CA
Aspen Study II by Frank Schott a series of images capturing the yellow golden Indian summer foliage palette of aspen trees in California's Sierra Nevada ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Archival Pigment, Giclée

Arcana 09. Abstract color photograph
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Arcana 09, 2023 by Monika Bravo From The Series Arcana Archival digital print Size: 34 in. H x 50 in. W "Arcana" stems as a series of unique studies for an upcoming commissioned glass/metal wall at the Interdisciplinary Engineering building at the University of Washington in Seattle. Whimsical elements in vibrant colors interact with geometric silhouettes, inspired by Oskar Schlemmer's Triad ballet and Josef Albers' pedagogical experiments from the Bauhaus era; they also incorporate historical engineering tools. ______________________ Bravo uses multiple treatments of the image, that the artist relates to a specific place, this correspondence between space and transformation has led her practice to focus on the analysis of the places where she lives physically and emotionally, as a result, the works dwell between the document and the anecdotal. Monika Bravo examines the notion of perception by questioning whether the world we live in, is but a mental construction; her artistic practice is used as a tool to decipher the laws that govern the world she lives in. Through this survey, she creates objects by incorporating still, moving, audio and interactive images to generate situations where she can materialize and communicate her emotional state. She wants to challenge the audience’s own perception of what they consider real by generating a platform where they are induced to connect by exploring, interacting, and at times by focusing on an object-place- scene for a duration of time in a manner that is both meditative and investigative. Monika Bravo is a multi-disciplinary artist born in Bogotá, Colombia, who lives and works in Miami. In 1982, Bravo left Bogotá, moving to Rome to study fashion design, which she continued in Paris at Esmod, before traveling to London to study photography. In 1994 she moved to New York. Her work has received acclaim including a 1999 New York Times review which called her piece Synchronicity (from a group exhibition at El Museo del Barrio) a "standout...small, beautifully blurry video images of boats plowing through New York Harbor..." Recent exhibitions: Rubin Museum, the power of intention, 56th Venice Biennale representing the Vatican City-State, at the Pavilion of the Holy See. TESSERAE curated by Octavio Zaya is shown at Flora Ars Natura, Bogota, and Johannes Vogt, NYC, Saro Leon, Gran Canaria. Everyday Alchemy, curated by Andrea Hinteregger De Mayo at Von Bartha Gallery, Base; WOVEN Xaviera Simmons...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment

YELLOW Photography Print Limited Edition
Located in Slovak Republic, SK
print / photo. Signed by the author. Also available in limited edition of 15 - in different sizes (signed by the author).
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, Color, Digital, Archival Pigment

"Removal of Self #56" Photography 16" x 20" inch Edition 1/1 by Ben Cope
Located in Culver City, CA
"Removal of Self #56" Photography 16" x 20" inch Edition 1/1 by Ben Cope 2011 Photo on deconstructed paper 16” x 20” inch Ben Cope is a Georgia native graduating from Columbus Sta...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, Pigment

Die Frau in Grün
Located in Berlin, DE
Die Frau in Grün Gestural photography Intentional Camera Movement The edition size (regardless of the printed size) is 7+2 E.A. each Betty Schmidt is a German artist, her specialty...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Canvas

The conversation
Located in Berlin, DE
The conversation Gestural photography Intentional Camera Movement The edition size (regardless of the printed size) is 7+2 E.A. each Betty Schmidt is a German artist, her specialty...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Canvas

Tentation #12- Floral landscape soft pastel color contemporary abstract photo
Located in New York, NY
Belgian photographer Isabelle Menin creates portraits of flowers that are not only gorgeous in form and color, but also uniquely expressive. Fresh blossoms and withering blooms melt ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Photographic Paper

Sisters 2
Located in New York, NY
Type-c print on Ilford Ilfoflex Archival Super Gloss, 2003. Signed, dated, titled, and numbered 1/2 on verso. In the series ‘Weights & Measures’ (2003) Andrew George turns his lens ...
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Film, Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Lambda

Cupola
Located in New York, NY
Type-c print on Ilford Ilfoflex Archival Super Gloss, 2004. Signed, dated, titled, and numbered 2/2 on verso. In the series ‘Weights & Measures’ (2003) Andrew George turns his lens ...
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Film, Photographic Paper, C Print, Color

LA Story
Located in New York, NY
Lambda digital-c print on Ilford Ilfoflex Archival Super Gloss, 2003. Signed, dated, titled, and numbered 1/1 on verso. This is a unique print. In the series ‘Weights & Measures’ (2...
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Early 2000s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Film, Photographic Paper, Color, Digital, Lambda

3AM
Located in New York, NY
Lambda digital-c print on Ilford Ilfoflex Archival Super Gloss, 2003. Signed, dated, titled, and numbered 2/2 on verso. In the series ‘Weights & Measures’ (2003) Andrew George turns...
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Film, Photographic Paper, Color, Digital, Lambda

Japanese 1
Located in New York, NY
Lambda digital-c print on Ilford Ilfoflex Archival Super Gloss, 2003. Signed, dated, titled, and numbered 5/6 on verso. In the series ‘Weights & Measures’ (2003) Andrew George turns...
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Early 2000s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Film, Photographic Paper, Color, Digital, Lambda

Hole 2 - Abstract, limited, signed, fine art print
Located in Slovak Republic, SK
Photography/ fine art print, limited 1/5, signed by the author.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, Color

Hole 3 - Abstract, limited, signed, print/photography
Located in Slovak Republic, SK
Photography / art print, limited 1/5, signed by the author.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, Color

My Maine Girl, Signed Contemporary Blue Green Gradient Photographic Print
Located in Boston, MA
My Maine Girl, Signed Contemporary Blue Green Gradient Photographic Print, 2021 24" x 36" x 0.75" (HxWxD) Dye Sublimation Print on Aluminum Hand-signed by the artist in verso. A warm and cozy abstracted landscape by artist Amanda Lomax, this photographic print on metal brings the viewer a nostalgic snapshot of watching the sun pass over the horizon, illuminating the sky with a golden haze. The blurry aspect of the composition allows for this work to come off similarly to a color field painting by Mark Rothko, with the viewer filling in the context with their imagination, as the colors coexist next to each other. Perhaps the golden band of sky is shining over mountains, or maybe it is an oceanic waterscape. There is a mystery and ethereality to the lack of definition and softness of the gradient. Open edition digital...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Metal

Urban Landscapes - Serie 1492 - N° I
Located in Miami, FL
Born 1959, Geneva, Switzerland Vanna Karamaounas aka Iseult Labote – Lives and works in Geneva and Berlin. Born in Geneva of mixed Greek and Swiss heritage, Labote studied art his...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

C Print, Digital

"Removal of Self #60" Photography 16" x 20" inch Edition 1/1 by Ben Cope
Located in Culver City, CA
"Removal of Self #60" Photography 16" x 20" inch Edition 1/1 by Ben Cope 2011 Photo on deconstructed paper 16” x 20” inch Ben Cope is a Georgia native graduating from Columbus Sta...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, Pigment

1996 "Tank Fight" Abstract Figurative Color Photograph
Located in Arp, TX
Greg Ilich "Tank Fight" 1996 Color photograph on glossy paper 11"x8.5" unframed Signed in ink lower right Came from artist's estate
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Late 20th Century Abstract Photography

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Photographic Paper

Contemporary sensual, erotic photograph of nude man from historic image w/ text
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
"For Walt Whitman" by artist Paul Cava is a one-of-a-kind (unique) archival pigment print with gouache and collage on fine art paper. It depicts the negative image of a nude man base...
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Early 2000s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment, Gouache, Archival Paper

Iris Eye #13, 2022, digitally made print, edition of 2, signed
Located in New York, NY
Iris Eye #13, an edition of 2, is part of the artist's "At The Center of Seeing" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 57" x 32...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Pink Sun - Limited Edition Abstract Color Photograph - Square Digital Print
Located in New York, NY
Pink Sun is an abstract limited edition fine art color print by photographer and graphic artist Susan Daboll. This colorful square digital print ships safely in tube. Print Size is...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Paper, Digital, Luster

Untiled #22 abstract sea landscape red and blue color contemporary photography
Located in New York, NY
The series 'Trespassing' explores encounters between human and nature. Human-made objects are placed into a landscape, where their interactions with the natural elements are recorded...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Digital Pigment

CoCreate 01, From the series "We are one". Abstract color photograph
Located in Miami Beach, FL
CoCreate 01, by Angelica Tcherassi From the series "We are one" Photo Rag Hannemuhle 308grs Sheet size 39.3 H x 27.5 W inches. Image size 33 H x 22.8 W inches. Edition of 22 Unframe...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Color, Archival Pigment

Iris Eye #12, 2022, digitally made print, edition of 3 signed
Located in New York, NY
Iris Eye #12, an edition of 3, is part of the artist's "At The Center of Seeing" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 30" x 1...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Iris Eye #11, 2022, digitally made print, edition of 3, signed
Located in New York, NY
Iris Eye #11, an edition of 3, is part of the artist's "At The Center of Seeing" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image size is 30" x 1...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Iris Eye #25, 2022, digitally made print, edition of 3, signed
Located in New York, NY
Iris Eye #25, an edition of 3, is part of the artist's "At The Center of Seeing" Series. This archival pigment print is printed on Epson Enhanced Matte paper. Image and paper size ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Into the void 03, From the series "Portal". Abstract color photograph
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Into the void 03, by Angelica Tcherassi From the series "Portal" Photo Rag Hannemuhle 308grs Sheet size 39.3 H x 27.5 W inches. Image size 33 H x 22.8 W inches. Edition of 22 Unfram...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Color, Archival Pigment

Connected by 20, From the series "We are one". Abstract color photograph
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Connected by 20, by Angelica Tcherassi From the series "We are one" Photo Rag Hannemuhle 308grs Sheet size 39.3 H x 27.5 W inches. Image size 33 H x 22.8 W inches. Edition of 22 Unf...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment, Color

the Girl 3 - Signed limited edition contemporary art print, Oversize, dark brown
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
The Girl 3 - Large scale photograph by Michael Banks Archival Pigment print on fiber based paper ( Hahnemühle Photo RAG Baryta 315 gsm ) Limited Editions of 5 , signed + numbered ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Color, Digital, Pigment, Archival Pi...

Young girl in an Couture Pink Dress, Fashion Photography
Located in Miami, FL
The interplay of light and shadow, greys and magenta transform a portrait of a flamboyantly dressed young girl into an optically engaging abstraction composed of alternating patterns...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Archival Pigment

Untitled (W.O.F 18-6-13)
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Works of Fire When I look into the night sky I am awestruck by the darkness that is the universe. As the sparse light of the stars descends, I am entangled in a state of wonder, sea...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Industrial Romance 19 Panel
Located in New York, NY
Composite photographs digital imaging Dye sublimation on aluminum panels Edition of 5 **Please note it takes about 6 weeks for delivery from purchase date**
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Panel

The Jazz Building In North Beach, San Francisco
Located in Miami, FL
Street scene and architecture in the North Beach district of San Francisco. This archival color photograph by fine art photographer Mitchell Funk is signed, dated and numbered 2/15, ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Inkjet, Archival Pigment

Multilayer 301 - layered abstract collage of unique torn original photographs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Multilayer 301 unique abstract photo paper collage (1 of 1), signed 39" x 31.5" / 100cm x 80cm About the artist Felix Schramm was born in Hamburg, Germa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Paper, Photographic Film, Photographic Paper, Archival Paper, Inkjet, Gi...

Italia 3- Signed limited edition abstract art print, Large format contemporary
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Italia 3 - Large scale photograph by Michael Banks Archival Pigment print on fiber based paper ( Hahnemühle Photo RAG Baryta 315 gsm ) Limited Editions of 5 , signed + numbered by ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Color, Pigment, Archival Pigment, Di...

Urban Sunbather, New York City - Smaller Print Size
Located in Miami, FL
Elevated view of women sunbathing on basketball court in New York City with unexpected color relationships. The actual color will vary from monitor to monitor. The work is Signed dat...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Paper, Inkjet, Archival Pigment

Italia 1 - Signed limited edition abstract art print, Large format contemporary
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large scale photograph by Michael Banks - Archival Pigment print on fiber based paper ( Hahnemühle Photo RAG Baryta 315 gsm ) Italia 1 - Limited Editions of 5 , signed + numbered b...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Color, Pigment, Archival Pigment, Di...

Breathe # 202206 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
Breathe # 202206 (Abstract Photography) Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas - Unframed. Backed with Dibond and C-channel hanging system + keyhole option. Available...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Plexiglass, C Print

Tentation #12- Floral landscape soft pastel color contemporary abstract photo
Located in New York, NY
This abstract floral photography has dominant grey and pink colors. Belgian photographer Isabelle Menin creates portraits of flowers that are not only gorgeous in form and color, b...
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2010s Abstract Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Flock of Birds over New York City Rooftops ( Abstract Photography )
Located in Miami, FL
A flock of birds hovers above snow-covered Manhattan rooftops. The image is as much about an overall composition in abstract art as it is a document of group avian behavior. Signe...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Bleed # 202124 (Abstract photography)
Located in London, GB
Bleed # 202124 (Abstract Photography) Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas - Unframed. Edition: 1/3. Paul Snell combines traditional and digital techniques to explor...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Plexiglass, C Print

Topologie I
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Edition of 20
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Photogravure

Breathe # 202206 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
Breathe # 202206 (Abstract Photography) Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas - Unframed. Backed with Dibond and C-channel hanging system + keyhole option. Available...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Plexiglass, C Print

Stilbon (Two)
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Stilbon Stilbon in the ancient Greek religion, is the sky god of Hermaon, the planet Mercury, and one of the Astra Planeta. The word, Stilbon, means shining. All works are contact p...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Stilbon (Three)
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Stilbon Stilbon in the ancient Greek religion, is the sky god of Hermaon, the planet Mercury, and one of the Astra Planeta. The word, Stilbon, means sh...
Category

2010s Abstract Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Bleed # 202124 (Abstract photography)
Located in London, GB
Bleed # 202124 (Abstract Photography) Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 3mm Matte Plexiglas - Unframed. Edition: 1/3. Paul Snell combines traditional and digital techniques to explor...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Plexiglass, C Print

New York City Abstract in Yellow by Street Photographer Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
Colorful locks hanging from a wire above the Brooklyn Bridge are set against a blurred yellow New York City Taxi Cab. They form an unexpected ambiguous abstract image composed of i...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Mute # 201706 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
Mute # 201706 (Abstract Photography) This work is framed 8mm face and 65mm depth. Chromogenic print face-mounted 8 mm plexiglass. Backed with Dibond and C-channel hanging system ...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Plexiglass, C Print

Celebration1, Original Abstract Photograph, 2016
Located in Boston, MA
Artist Commentary: From a collection of stills taken from Celebration, 2015. This video compilation celebrates gesture. Unlike “Goodbye Friend” where DeRosato slowly glitches the l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Photographic Paper

Cracked Paint Abstraction Chinatown San Francisco Mural, Abstract Photography
Located in Miami, FL
A painted wall advertisement becomes an abstract work of art through the lens of Mitchell Funk. San Francisco is known for is a rich environment of...
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Early 2000s Abstract Photography

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Archival Paper, Archival Ink, Archival Pigment

Lumina # 202104 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
Lumina # 202104 (Abstract Photography) Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 4.5mm Matte Plexiglas Box - Unframed. Available on request 5-6 week turnaround. Backed with Dibond and C-channe...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Plexiglass, C Print

Lumina # 202104 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
Lumina # 202104 (Abstract Photography) Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 4.5mm Matte Plexiglas Box - Unframed. Backed with Dibond and C-channel hanging system + keyhole option. Editi...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Plexiglass, C Print

NY # 201801 (Abstract Photography)
Located in London, GB
NY # 201801 (Abstract Photography) Chromogenic Print Face-mounted 4.5mm Plexiglas - Unframed. Backed with Dibond and C-channel hanging system + keyhole option. Available on reques...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Plexiglass, C Print

Beautiful Flower Woman on Fifth Avenue Easter Parade, Fine Art Photography
Located in Miami, FL
The merger of human and plant forms is complete with a lovely young woman dressed in an elaborate flower hat. The beauty and warmth of her floral outfit are matched by her smile. Si...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment, Archival Ink, Archival Paper

Italia 1 - Signed limited edition archi print, Color Photography, Large Format
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large scale photograph by Michael Banks - Archival Pigment print on fiber based paper ( Hahnemühle Photo RAG Baryta 315 gsm ) Italia 1 - Limited Editions of 5 , signed + numbered b...
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2010s Abstract Photography

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Digital Pigment, Photographic Paper, Archival Paper, Color, Pigment, Arc...

Abstract photography for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic 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 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, orange and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Mitchell Funk, Paul Snell, Michael Banks, and Seb Janiak. Frequently made by artists working with Paper, 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 Abstract photography, so small editions measuring 0.5 inches across are also available. Prices for 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 $50 and tops out at $36,000, while the average work sells for $3,359.

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