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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Terra Incognita (Le Pavé de France 5)
Jessica Snow
Painting - 35.5 x 45.7 cm Painting - 14 x 18 inch
$3,479
Lucean le stelle
Antonella Laganà
Painting - 70 x 70 x 2 cm Painting - 27.6 x 27.6 x 0.8 inch
$3,510
L'isola che non cé
Antonella Laganà
Painting - 60 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch
$5,850
Born to be happy
Xiaoyang Galas
Painting - 80 x 80 x 4.1 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 1.6 inch
$3,540
Pathfinder 2 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Black Women Face
Ogunniyi Oluwatosin
Painting - 76.2 x 61 x 2.5 cm Painting - 30 x 24 x 1 inch
$2,350
Something wonderful 4
Francisco Santos
Painting - 100.3 x 120.1 x 5.1 cm Painting - 39.5 x 47.3 x 2 inch
$2,200
To the Republic
Michael Grine
Painting - 23.5 x 28.6 x 1.9 cm Painting - 9.25 x 11.25 x 0.75 inch
$300
03 Composition with cables
Roman Rembovsky
Painting - 89.9 x 89.9 x 2 cm Painting - 35.4 x 35.4 x 0.8 inch
$2,131
White abstract tropical flowers
Maria Tuzhilkina
Painting - 48.3 x 48.3 x 0.8 cm Painting - 19 x 19 x 0.3 inch
$1,700
Small poppy in large grass
Maria Tuzhilkina
Painting - 50 x 50 x 3 cm Painting - 19.7 x 19.7 x 1.2 inch
$1,850
Myth, Muse and Metaphor #1
Nancy Goodman Lawrence
Painting - 61 x 61 x 2 cm Painting - 24 x 24 x 0.8 inch
$1,600
Sisters in Yellow 5 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Love African Fabric
Oluwafemi Afolabi
Painting - 182.9 x 152.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 72 x 60 x 1 inch
$5,000
Good Woman - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Women on African Fabric
Oluwafemi Afolabi
Painting - 121.9 x 152.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 60 x 1 inch
$4,000
Life in Colors 62
Veronica Vilsan
Painting - 88.9 x 180.3 x 10.2 cm Painting - 35 x 71 x 4 inch
$2,846
Behind the landscape
Nestor Toro
Painting - 81.3 x 111.8 x 1.8 cm Painting - 32 x 44 x 0.7 inch
$4,070
Natures luminescence 1
Nestor Toro
Painting - 83.8 x 78.7 x 1.8 cm Painting - 33 x 31 x 0.7 inch
$3,030
Daydream panorama (Natures Imagery) 29
Nestor Toro
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 3.8 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1.5 inch
$4,230
Daydream panorama (Natures Imagery) 35
Nestor Toro
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 1.8 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 0.7 inch
$4,040
Daydream panorama (Natures Imagery) 36
Nestor Toro
Painting - 91.4 x 61 x 3.8 cm Painting - 36 x 24 x 1.5 inch
$3,030
Iridescent green forest 1
Nestor Toro
Painting - 83.8 x 78.7 x 1.8 cm Painting - 33 x 31 x 0.7 inch
$3,240
Somewhere in Between (Orange refractions)
Nestor Toro
Painting - 134.6 x 99.1 x 1.8 cm Painting - 53 x 39 x 0.7 inch
$5,040
Daring Natural Synergy 3
Nestor Toro
Painting - 114.3 x 91.4 x 0.3 cm Painting - 45 x 36 x 0.1 inch
$3,200
Nighttime fearlessness 7
Nestor Toro
Painting - 76.2 x 121.9 x 1.8 cm Painting - 30 x 48 x 0.7 inch
$4,030
Reflections of Colors 2
Nestor Toro
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 1.8 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 0.7 inch
$4,235
Reflection of colors 9
Nestor Toro
Painting - 91.4 x 61 x 1.8 cm Painting - 36 x 24 x 0.7 inch
$3,030
High frequency garden 3
Nestor Toro
Painting - 86.4 x 71.1 x 1.8 cm Painting - 34 x 28 x 0.7 inch
$3,030
Blue streams (A closer look)
Nestor Toro
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 1.8 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 0.7 inch
$5,040
Reflections of Europe 3
Nestor Toro
Painting - 101.6 x 76.2 x 1.8 cm Painting - 40 x 30 x 0.7 inch
$3,460
A mist of memories
Doris Duschelbauer
Painting - 115.8 x 88.9 x 3.6 cm Painting - 45.6 x 35 x 1.4 inch
$6,300
The Geometer's Hand 1
Marilyn Henrion
Painting - 101.6 x 76.2 x 2.5 cm Painting - 40 x 30 x 1 inch
$7,300
The Geometer's Hand 2
Marilyn Henrion
Painting - 101.6 x 76.2 x 2.5 cm Painting - 40 x 30 x 1 inch
$7,300
The Geometer's Hand 4
Marilyn Henrion
Painting - 101.6 x 76.2 x 3.8 cm Painting - 40 x 30 x 1.5 inch
$7,300
The Geometer's Hand 5
Marilyn Henrion
Painting - 101.6 x 76.2 x 2.5 cm Painting - 40 x 30 x 1 inch
$7,300
The Geometer's Hand 6
Marilyn Henrion
Painting - 101.6 x 76.2 x 2.5 cm Painting - 40 x 30 x 1 inch
$7,300
The Geometer's Hand 7
Marilyn Henrion
Painting - 101.6 x 76.2 x 2.5 cm Painting - 40 x 30 x 1 inch
$7,300
The Geometer''s Hand 14
Marilyn Henrion
Painting - 101.6 x 76.2 x 2.5 cm Painting - 40 x 30 x 1 inch
$7,300
The Geometer's Hand 13
Marilyn Henrion
Painting - 101.6 x 76.2 x 2.5 cm Painting - 40 x 30 x 1 inch
$7,300
La danse éphémère des ancres - Portrait poétique de femme
Thalye d'Oriam
Painting - 100 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
$3,217
La femme au chapeau, Force et douceur en harmonie un jour d'été - Portrait poétique de femme (2)
Thalye d'Oriam
Painting - 100 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
$3,656
The Magnificient Seven
Konstantinos Papaioannou
Painting - 100 x 70 x 0.2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 27.6 x 0.1 inch
$1,521
Sisterhood 2 (Love and Strength)
Oyeleye Feranmi
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$3,250
Aurum 5
Marco Araldi & Keng Wai Lee
Painting - 42.5 x 35.5 x 4 cm Painting - 16.7 x 14 x 1.6 inch
$1,252
Aurum 3
Marco Araldi & Keng Wai Lee
Painting - 42.5 x 35.5 x 4 cm Painting - 16.7 x 14 x 1.6 inch
$1,252
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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
$819
Abstract Expression
Giorgio Lo Fermo
Painting - 37 x 27 x 0.5 cm Painting - 14.6 x 10.6 x 0.2 inch
$702
Portrait de compression de drapeaux Français
César Baldaccini
Print - 76 x 59 cm Print - 29.9 x 23.2 inch
$877
Nailed it Series No.81
Sumit Mehndiratta
Sculpture - 84 x 84 x 4 cm Sculpture - 33.1 x 33.1 x 1.6 inch
$1,170
Fancy Bait for Fancy Fish
Mike Jacobs
Painting - 41 x 51 x 1 cm Painting - 16.1 x 20.1 x 0.4 inch
$936
