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Neo-Expressionist Art

NEO-EXPRESSIONIST STYLE

A resurgence of interest in Expressionism, Pop art, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism and other movements gained steam among artists of the 1970s and ’80s, in part as a reaction to the austerity of the prevailing minimalism and Conceptual art of the era. A decadent, bold and brash art style called Neo-Expressionism saw painters returning to figural representation, creating highly textured works that were imbued with intensely personal narratives.

Neo-Expressionist paintings are sensuous in nature and highly subjective in meaning. Expressive brushwork, highly pigmented colors and layered forms and materials lent sculptural attributes to the work and were used to depict symbolic narratives from history, mythology and the artist’s personal experience. 

Prominent figures such as Jean-Michel Basquiat led the Neo-Expressionist movement in the United States with paintings and prints that were raw, emotional and often violent in nature. In Germany, Die Neuen Wilden (the “New Fauves”) was the name given to a group of postwar artists that included the likes of sculptor Georg Baselitz and Gerhard Richter, a painter and photographer who explored the possibilities of both abstraction and realism, sometimes in a single piece. The work of the New Fauves — labeled as such for its return to Fauvism’s textured brushwork and use of vibrant colors — shares commonalities with Neo-Expressionism, and Baselitz was a pioneer of the movement in Europe. In addition, Willem de Kooning’s pulsating action paintings and Julian Schnabel’s experimentation with the materiality of paintings also took shape during this period.

“I was trying to make paintings different from the paintings that I saw a lot of at the time, which were mostly minimal, and they were highbrow and alienating, and I wanted to make very direct paintings that most people would feel the emotion behind when they saw them,” said Basquiat. 

Neo-Expressionism generated some polarizing opinions, with some celebrating the revival of personal subjectivity in art while others criticizing the movement for being too commercially driven and nostalgic. But most experts agree that Neo-Expressionism was a huge commercial success and culturally impactful, paving the way for the postmodern work of artists like Richter and Sigmar Polke

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Style: Neo-Expressionist
The Student
Located in Natchez, MS
"The Student", handsome and self possessed. Another beautiful example of Bailey's portraiture.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

Helen
Located in Natchez, MS
"Helen" is from an interesting group of diminutive portraits created by Bailey in and around 2020. She appears as a Victorian portrait of an ancestor.
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Golden Equality 1
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"The Golden Equality" is the first pair from the series of Abfillage works referred to as "Renegades of a breaking nation". The distorted afro hair pattern, the symbol, and the expre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Newsprint, Acrylic, Wood Panel

Orbit
Located in Denver, CO
"Orbit" is a vibrant, large-scale oil painting by Hunt Slonem. The cobalt blue background of the composition offsets large abstract orbs and the forms of white egrets, a graceful bir...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

Columbia
Located in Natchez, MS
Again, expressing a love for film and popular culture, Bailey creates a stunning work based on the Columbia Pictures logo.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

Paramount
Located in Natchez, MS
A tribute to the artist's love of film and popular culture. Bailey creates a work based on the Paramount Pictures logo.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

Ocelots Blue Pearls
Located in Denver, CO
This vibrant grouping of ocelots on a pink background is a special work by artist Hunt Slonem. Each rendered with unique and loving detail, the felines stand out against a bubblegum ...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"White Gold Mortality". Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
A stark and powerful painting, it immediately attracts attention. Berlin has revisited the skull motif in this piece of Neo-Expressionist art to sublime effect. The painting is a mas...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Gold Leaf

WILD DOG
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Original unique piece hand painted
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Acrylic, Oil

Warning Code Red ! Contemporary Neo Expressionist Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
Primary, rich red defines this painting, yet the face is so magnetic. Berlin is hugely conscious of the environment and these highly immediate works are his way of trying to draw att...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Acrylic

Hunt Slonem "Glisten Hutch" White Outline Bunnies On Multicolor Background
Located in Houston, TX
Hunt Slonem "Glisten Hutch" White Outline Bunnies On Multicolor Background White diamond dust bunnies on a multicolor resin background Hunt Slonem is a well-renowned American artis...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Resin, Oil

Untitled V
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, this is not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About Artist Wisdom Uche...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Untitled
Located in Denver, CO
A rabbit outlined in pigmented blue oil paint is the subject of this painting by Hunt Slonem. This work comes framed in an artist-selected vintage style example, adding character and...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

"Indigo" Abstract Painting 35.5" x 75" inch by Ahmed Gaafary
Located in Culver City, CA
"Indigo" Abstract Painting 35.5" x 75" inch by Ahmed Gaafary To begin this description, let me start with this question: Is it the internal side of things that is more important or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

Hunt Slonem "Dreaming Upward" Painted Acrylic LED Lightbox with Butterflies
Located in Baltimore, MD
Hunt Slonem LED Lightbox with acrylic painted butterflies and vibrant blue background. A nearby electrical outlet is required for installation. Inspired by nature and his 60 pet bir...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Paint, LED Light

Black Suede Shoe
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, this is not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About Artist Wisdom Uche...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

Chinensis Light
Located in Denver, CO
"Chinensis Light" sees artist Hunt Slonem return to a favored subject - the rabbit. A gaggle of the long-eared creatures crowds into the frame, rendered in stylized black lines on an...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Oil, Canvas

HONEY
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on watercolour paper. by artist Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Permanent Marker

EMOTIONS
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Oil pastel on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work of any technique, style and size, cont...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker

Hibiscus Hummingbirds Havan - Oil Painting by Hunt Slonem
Located in Denver, CO
Green hummingbirds flit amongst red blossoms in this oil painting by artist Hunt Slonem. The delicate avian creatures are so small they seem to blend in with the surrounding flora, c...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Oil, Canvas

July 18
Located in Denver, CO
This large scale still life by artist Hunt Slonem features dozens of one of the worlds smallest avian creatures - the hummingbird. Rendered in gestural green oil paint and accompanie...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Hunt Slonem "Glisten 2 Hutch" White Outline Bunnies On Multicolor Background
Located in Houston, TX
Hunt Slonem "Glisten 2 Hutch" White Outline Bunnies On Multicolor Background White diamond dust bunnies on a multicolor resin background Hunt Slonem is a well-renowned American arti...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Resin, Oil, Canvas

ABSTRACT RAIN
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Origiinal art by DARIA KUSTO Acrylic on canvas Shipped rolled in a tube From Spain
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Permanent Marker, Acrylic

Thought I Wasn't Enough
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
I would always seek validation on every little thing. Validation to take the simplest action and most times the response breaks me even more. I realized to be confident in one’s body I had to work on my mind because the mind controls...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

EMOTIONS
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Oil pastel on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work of any technique, style and size, cont...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker

Pink, 80x100cm
Located in Yerevan, AM
Pink, 80x100 cm
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Riera i Arago ELICE vERTICAL engraving.
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Josep Maria Riera i Aragó (Barcelona, 1954), is a Spanish plastic artist. He studied at the Faculty of Fine Arts in Barcelona. Throughout his career he ...
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Early 17th Century Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Engraving

Morning Lorries Countess
Located in Denver, CO
"Morning Lories Countess" features the titular winged creatures on a boldly striped background. Using a limited pallet, artist Hunt Slonem has created a hight-impact and attention gr...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Oil, Canvas

BIRD'S -EYE VIEW
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on watercolour paper. by artist Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker

"Valley of Wonders" Mixed media Painting 59" x 43" in by Emanuele Tozzoli
Located in Culver City, CA
"Valley of Wonders" Mixed media Painting 59" x 43" in by Emanuele Tozzoli Mixed media on canvas ABOUT THE ARTIST Born in Italy in 1989, Emanuele discovered painting in the very ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Mixed Media

SUNNY AND FUNNY
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on watercolour paper. by artist Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Permanent Marker

Ragin' Against The Machine. Contemporary Figurative Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
It's long believed that "the machine" is capitalism and the oppressive structures at the highest levels of society. Renegade artist Basquiat became drawn into this machine and became...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Gold Leaf

MEMORIES OF SUMMER
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on watercolour paper. by artist Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker

FEELING
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
markers on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker

Hunt Slonem "Untitled" Black Outline Bunny On Yellow
Located in Houston, TX
Hunt Slonem "Untitled" Black Outline Bunny On Yellow Black outlined bunny on a yellow background in an antique frame Unframed: 10 x 8 inches Framed: 13.25 x 11.25 inches Painting is...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Wood, Oil

Finches Sequestered
Located in Denver, CO
"Finches Sequestered" is a charming oil painting by bird lover and artist Hunt Slonem. Finches are clustered on the canvas, seeming to chatter away amongst themselves. The birds' bol...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

LOVE CREATURES
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Acrylic and markers on canvas. Original art by Daria Kusto. Shipped rolled in a tube From Spain.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Permanent Marker, Acrylic

TRIBAL GIRL
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on watercolour paper. by artist Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work ...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker

CAT STORIES
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on paper by artist Daria Kusto The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Permanent Marker

Golden Triangle 1
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"The golden triangle" is the second pair from the series of Abfillage works referred to as "Renegades of a breaking nation". The eliminated afro hair, the symbol, and the expressions form the basis of the narrative of this art. The expression of serenity, tranquility, calmness, pride, unconscious of the external environment, and a state of deep thought defines the emotional status of the subject. The symbol of this pair is a triangular sign made with a golden color on the neck. It is made of three strokes, unlike the first pair made of 2 strokes, thereby showing a transition. It is basic and a symbol of balance like the other four paintings. The term "golden triangle" is a term used in mathematics for a triangle with an interior angle ratio of 1:2:2. But rather than constructing a mathematical golden triangle, the triangle was painted with golden pigment. The triangle is a symbol of geometric sturdiness and strength, a symbol of harmony, and unity of 3 parts. When we are focused on our truth, we are connected to life and have the experience of life coming to us. "Renegades of a breaking nation" is a series of 5 Abfillage artworks, created in 3 sections creating a form of transition using 3 symbols. A transition from a state of one nation to another. By creating a combination of expressive portraits and symbols in gold acrylic pigments which all signify balance. A transition to steadiness, equilibrium, and stability of a country. Shipping Procedure Ships from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery) About Artist Born and raised in Nigeria, West Africa, Prosper grew up drawing comics and characters which enabled him to understand the human figure and expressions properly, after which he became a full-time studio artist in 2017 Prosper studied at the Federal University of Technology Owerri, where he learned Building technology with an architectural background on designing. He also acquired expertise in graphic design, illustration, 3D modeling, video editing, and animation In 2018 he had his first official art exhibition where he won the Peace Poster award for his painting on Peace at the ANBUKRAFT He has participated in several exhibitions and competitions since then and has won some of them In 2020 he was signed as a brand ambassador to TECNO mobile Nigeria on a one year deal His works has appeared in countries like South Africa, United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Japan e t c Prosper Aluu makes figurative and expressive paintings His stylized figures show the use of the artistic devices of elongation and exaggeration and his unique style of painting the iconic afro hairstyle These are his ways of celebrating and negotiating African identity In traditional African art visual codes, the exaggeration of the head in comparison to other parts of the body is a well-known visual strategy to establish the head as the seat of wisdom...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

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Acrylic, Newsprint, Wood Panel

Valentino
Located in Hollywood, FL
Artist: Hunt Slonem Title: Valentino Size: 20 x 16 Inches Medium: Oil on Canvas Edition: Original Year: 2005 Notes: In Original Custom Frame. Professional Restoration detecte...
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Early 2000s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil

SUNSHINY
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Original artwork by DARIA KUSTO. the magic flow reality. Acrylic and markers on canvas Shipped rolled in a tube From Spain.
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Acrylic, Permanent Marker

The Lost One 1
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Chidebe's work explores the complexities of personal identity. "The Lost One" portrays a solitary figure set against a backdrop of muted space, symbolic of the protagonist's journey ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Newsprint

"Testa d'asino" by Enzio Wenk, 2010 - Acrylic on Canvas, Colorful Words
Located in Bresso, IT
Entire title: "Testa d'asino tagliata che grida e brucia nel fuoco" Translated title: "Head of a donkey that screams and burns in a fire" Acrylic on canvas.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Il re dello zucchero filato" Painting 31" x 24" inch by Emanuele Tozzoli
Located in Culver City, CA
"Il re dello zucchero filato" Painting 31" x 24" inch by Emanuele Tozzoli Mixed media on wood ABOUT THE ARTIST Born in Italy in 1989, Emanuele discovered painting in the very fir...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

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Wood, Mixed Media

EMOTIONS
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Oil pastel on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed Curated by Art Reserve & Angel Rivas We can do commissioned work of any technique, style and size, cont...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker

Brooklyn Bridge
Located in New York, NY
An exquisitely printed image created by Richard Bosman in 1996, the artist’s iconic Brooklyn Bridge is a woodcut on Mulberry paper. Measuring 18 ¼ 24 ¼ in. (46.4 x 61.6 cm), unframed...
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20th Century Neo-Expressionist Art

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Woodcut

The Universe Mender I by David Salle orange blue and red watercolor stye etching
Located in New York, NY
A delicate, translucent iteration of David Salle's kaleidescopic layers which are usually painted in large scale. Eyes etched in a liquid ocean of blue and orange aquatint form the ground for a nude woman...
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1990s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Etching, Aquatint

ABSTRACT SPACE
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Mixed media on paper by artist Daria Kusto Shipped well protected, unframed
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker

Hunt Slonem "Blue Cloud" Black Outline Bunnies On Light Blue
Located in Houston, TX
Hunt Slonem "Blue Cloud" Black Outline Bunnies On Light Blue Black outlined bunnies on a light blue background in an antique frame Unframed: 28 x 21.5 inches Framed: 39 x 32 inches ...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Wood, Oil

Untitled IV
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, this is not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About Artist Wisdom Uche...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

SKULL DOG
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Original artwork by DARIA KUSTO. the magic flow reality. Markers on paper.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker

I'm Seeing Double
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
I’m not proud of some things I’ve done I cannot summon Jesus to die again for this sin. I’m not yet 60 but Karma is after me. Take it easy on me, let me get some grey hair first. Hunt me later or forgive me. Yea, don’t gimme that look karma, You know I had the longing to do what’s right. (Written by the Artist) Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About Artist Janet Adenike Adebayo (b. 1997) is a self-taught Nigerian artist, born in Lagos and based in Lagos as an artist. She began her journey as a painter in 2017. She refers to herself as a “confessional” artist, as her art is an expression of intimate moments and openness of truths and feelings others may be otherwise shy to confront. Adebayo expresses herself using acrylic and mixed media on canvas, employing techniques such as her signature “mosaic skin” tones, fusing a collage of colors to create humanoid figures, made obvious by exaggerated features. Janet Adebayo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

Hunt Slonem "Coral" Black Outline Bunny On Pink
Located in Houston, TX
Hunt Slonem "Coral" Black Outline Bunny On Pink Black outlined bunny on a pink background in an antique frame Unframed: 10 x 8 inches Framed: 15 x 13 inches Painting is framed - Ple...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Wood, Oil

LOVE AND HORSES
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Original art by Daria Kusto. Acrylic on canvas Shipped rolled in a tube From Spain
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Permanent Marker, Acrylic

LOVE FACE
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Markers & acrylic on paper, 300GR Shipped well protected, unframed I can do commissioned work of any technique, style and size, contact us without obligation i can ship several dra...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Acrylic, Permanent Marker

Hunt Slonem "Thalo" Black Outline Bunny with Yellow and Green
Located in Houston, TX
Hunt Slonem "Thalo" Black Outline Bunny with Yellow and Green Black outlined bunny on a yellow background in an antique circular frame Unframed: 10 x 8 inches Framed: 14.5 x 12.5 in...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

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Wood, Oil

"Mi son ritrovato a volare" by Enzio Wenk, 2010 -Acrylic on Canvas, Blue Faces
Located in Bresso, IT
Translated title: "I found myself flying" Acrylic on canvas.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

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Find a wide variety of authentic Neo-Expressionist art 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 art 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, pink and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Hunt Slonem, Enzio Wenk, Sax Berlin, and Jean Sanglar. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Acrylic 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 Neo-Expressionist art, so small editions measuring 1 inches across are also available. Prices for art 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 $39 and tops out at $215,000, while the average work sells for $3,444.

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