Pattern Painting
Pattern paintings, often referred to as motif paintings, are a captivating genre within contemporary art that revolves around the repetition of shapes, colors, and patterns to create visually impactful compositions. These works explore the rhythm and energy of design, where repeating elements, whether abstract or figurative, evoke emotions, build narratives, and create a sense of harmony. From geometric shapes to floral patterns and organic forms, pattern paintings offer a rich visual experience that engages the viewer on multiple levels.
In modern art, motif paintings bridge the world of abstract expressionism and decorative art, often blending aesthetic beauty with conceptual depth. Renowned artists like Yayoi Kusama, known for her iconic polka dots and infinity nets, and Bridget Riley, celebrated for her optical geometric patterns, have helped elevate this style to international acclaim, inspiring a global audience.
Pattern paintings are versatile and diverse, ranging from bold, large-scale works to delicate, intricate designs. These works often explore the relationship between form, symmetry, and space, incorporating influences from minimalism, optical art, and conceptual art. Perfect for modern interiors, these artworks add texture, dynamism, and visual interest to any environment, making them ideal for those looking to make a statement with their art collection.
On Artsper, you can discover a wide range of pattern paintings and motif artworks from talented contemporary artists, offering endless opportunities to explore this innovative and dynamic genre. Whether you're a seasoned collector or new to the world of contemporary art, motif paintings are a must-see for those seeking to engage with the intersection of art, design, and modern culture.
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Embrace Nature 4 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait Floral, Women
Oyeleye Feranmi
Painting - 76.2 x 61 x 2.5 cm Painting - 30 x 24 x 1 inch
€1,365
Embrace Nature 5 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait Floral, Women
Oyeleye Feranmi
Painting - 50.8 x 40.6 x 2.5 cm Painting - 20 x 16 x 1 inch
€910
Splendor 2 -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait Floral, Africa Women
Oyeleye Feranmi
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1 inch
€1,502
Embrace (Nature) 3
Oyeleye Feranmi
Painting - 50.8 x 40.6 x 2.5 cm Painting - 20 x 16 x 1 inch
€1,001
Girl in Her Cultural Bead 3
Oyeleye Feranmi
Painting - 61 x 45.7 x 2.5 cm Painting - 24 x 18 x 1 inch
€1,320
Girl in Her Cultural Bead 1
Oyeleye Feranmi
Painting - 61 x 45.7 x 2.5 cm Painting - 24 x 18 x 1 inch
€1,320
Animal Painting #019-1760
Les Thomas
Painting - 31 x 31 x 4 cm Painting - 12.2 x 12.2 x 1.6 inch
€1,560
Spirale infernale
Muriel Deumie
Painting - 100 x 100 x 2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 0.8 inch
€1,000 €900
One crazy dream (Colorful panorama)
Nestor Toro
Painting - 86.4 x 68.6 x 1.8 cm Painting - 34 x 27 x 0.7 inch
€2,758
Echoes (Narcissistic Garden) 2
Nestor Toro
Painting - 91.4 x 121.9 x 1.8 cm Painting - 36 x 48 x 0.7 inch
€4,587
The eight months I waited and fantasized – diptych
Gergana Tabakova
Painting - 260 x 300 x 3 cm Painting - 102.4 x 118.1 x 1.2 inch
€5,240
Beyond the sea no. 3824
Anita Kaufmann
Painting - 198.1 x 139.7 x 2.5 cm Painting - 78 x 55 x 1 inch
€2,878
Tomorrow People
Niki Stearman
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 3.3 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1.3 inch
€2,958
More Than Human
Niki Stearman
Painting - 152.4 x 121.9 x 3.3 cm Painting - 60 x 48 x 1.3 inch
€3,322
Get Myself Together
Niki Stearman
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 3.3 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1.3 inch
€2,503
Life is precious X
Xiaoyang Galas
Painting - 59.9 x 80 x 3.8 cm Painting - 23.6 x 31.5 x 1.5 inch
€1,584
The beauty of tomorrow 22
Veronica Vilsan
Painting - 88.9 x 170.2 x 10.2 cm Painting - 35 x 67 x 4 inch
€2,390
Eternal Sunshine
Esteban Vera
Painting - 89.9 x 69.9 x 5.1 cm Painting - 35.4 x 27.5 x 2 inch
€2,612
Glowing Optimism,
Esteban Vera
Painting - 110 x 89.9 x 5.1 cm Painting - 43.3 x 35.4 x 2 inch
€3,231
Legado de lo Invisible #2. From The Legado Invisible Series
Ivan Castiblanco
Painting - 160 x 90.9 x 5.8 cm Painting - 63 x 35.8 x 2.3 inch
€2,731
Legado de lo Invisible #1. From The Legado Invisible Series
Ivan Castiblanco
Painting - 149.9 x 149.9 x 5.8 cm Painting - 59 x 59 x 2.3 inch
€3,641
State of Mind - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Africa, Women
Oyeleye Feranmi
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1 inch
€2,958
Intervention "Worlds in collision"
Sebastian Murra
Painting - 100 x 56 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 22 x 1.6 inch
€1,600
Abstract Wall Art Drawing
Michael Verlangieri
Painting - 55.9 x 76.2 x 0.3 cm Painting - 22 x 30 x 0.1 inch
€3,645
Ever changing states
Doris Duschelbauer
Painting - 79.8 x 110 x 3.6 cm Painting - 31.4 x 43.3 x 1.4 inch
€4,733
The Fourth Dimension VI
Sia Aryai
Painting - 111.8 x 69.9 x 0.5 cm Painting - 44 x 27.5 x 0.2 inch
€1,329
Crosslight, Mixed Media on Canvas
Peter Foesters
Painting - 61 x 61 x 8.9 cm Painting - 24 x 24 x 3.5 inch
€1,820
Cypher number 48
Federico Cortese
Painting - 39.9 x 39.9 x 0.3 cm Painting - 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.1 inch
€382
The second voyage of Christopher Columbus, 1493
Federico Cortese
Painting - 39.9 x 55.9 x 0.3 cm Painting - 15.7 x 22 x 0.1 inch
€455
The third voyage of Christopher Columbus, 1498
Federico Cortese
Painting - 39.9 x 55.9 x 0.3 cm Painting - 15.7 x 22 x 0.1 inch
€455
A journey to Italy, Acerenza
Federico Cortese
Painting - 34.8 x 34.8 x 0.3 cm Painting - 13.7 x 13.7 x 0.1 inch
€332
Summer in the Countryside
Ania Pieniazek
Painting - 70 x 100 x 2.5 cm Painting - 27.6 x 39.4 x 1 inch
€1,973
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Abstract Expression
Giorgio Lo Fermo
Painting - 37 x 27 x 0.5 cm Painting - 14.6 x 10.6 x 0.2 inch
€600
N°30.60-26 19A (NG106)
Nicolas Galtier
Painting - 60 x 30 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 11.8 x 0.8 inch
€700
Nailed it Series No.81
Sumit Mehndiratta
Sculpture - 84 x 84 x 4 cm Sculpture - 33.1 x 33.1 x 1.6 inch
€1,000
Portrait de compression de drapeaux Français
César Baldaccini
Print - 76 x 59 cm Print - 29.9 x 23.2 inch
€750
Fancy Bait for Fancy Fish
Mike Jacobs
Painting - 41 x 51 x 1 cm Painting - 16.1 x 20.1 x 0.4 inch
€800
