Paintings on Cardboard

Once considered a humble material, cardboard is now embraced by contemporary artists for its expressive potential. Paintings on cardboard combine tactile depth with raw aesthetic appeal, making them particularly attractive to collectors seeking unconventional works.

The surface absorbs paint in unique ways, allowing for matte finishes, layered textures, and bold gestures. Often used in abstract, surrealist, or outsider art, cardboard serves as an intimate and experimental medium.

Browse Artsper's collection of paintings on cardboard—authentic, original artworks that offer a refreshing alternative to traditional canvases.

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Painting, Big Jump, Dima Filatov

Dima Filatov

Painting . 200 x 120 x 1 cm Painting . 78.7 x 47.2 x 0.4 inch

€1,800

Painting, Portrait cubain, Janmar

Janmar

Painting . 128 x 103 x 1 cm Painting . 50.4 x 40.6 x 0.4 inch

€2,300

Painting, Balloon (Dog) Girl 1/1, MVR

MVR

Painting . 24 x 19 x 1 cm Painting . 9.4 x 7.5 x 0.4 inch

€445

Painting, Sky, Simon Kozhin

Sky

Simon Kozhin

Painting . 40 x 50 x 0.3 cm Painting . 15.7 x 19.7 x 0.1 inch

€8,700

Painting, Youth, Dima Filatov

Dima Filatov

Painting . 120 x 70 x 0.5 cm Painting . 47.2 x 27.6 x 0.2 inch

€900

Painting, Untitled, F. M. G.

F. M. G.

Painting . 105 x 75 cm Painting . 41.3 x 29.5 inch

€1,800

Painting, River, Leonid K.

Leonid K.

Painting . 40 x 40 x 2 cm Painting . 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch

€249

Painting, A Small city, Piotr Fafrowicz

Piotr Fafrowicz

Painting . 46 x 55.5 x 0.1 cm Painting . 18.1 x 21.9 x 0 inch

€1,800

Painting, Nexus, Lek

Lek

Painting . 70 x 50 x 1 cm Painting . 27.6 x 19.7 x 0.4 inch

€2,000

Painting, Untitled, Kim En Joong

Kim En Joong

Painting . 24 x 33 x 1 cm Painting . 9.4 x 13 x 0.4 inch

€3,200

Painting, Tulips, Bozena Lesiak

Bozena Lesiak

Painting . 46 x 38 x 0.1 cm Painting . 18.1 x 15 x 0 inch

€900

Painting, Old Trees, Alexander Shandor

Alexander Shandor

Painting . 41 x 69 x 0.3 cm Painting . 16.1 x 27.2 x 0.1 inch

€1,076

Painting, Structures, Severine Dietrich

Severine Dietrich

Painting . 60 x 80 x 2 cm Painting . 23.6 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch

€1,100

Painting, Au delà, Florence Boré

Florence Boré

Painting . 40 x 40 x 0.3 cm Painting . 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.1 inch

€1,000

Painting, C10/011, Jean-Jacques André

Jean-Jacques André

Painting . 11 x 11 x 0.5 cm Painting . 4.3 x 4.3 x 0.2 inch

€60 €54

Painting, Green, Kalya Zografova

Kalya Zografova

Painting . 50 x 41 x 0.5 cm Painting . 19.7 x 16.1 x 0.2 inch

€1,250

Painting, Grumor Question, XOOOOX

XOOOOX

Painting . 48.5 x 19 x 3 cm Painting . 19.1 x 7.5 x 1.2 inch

€3,100

Painting, FAVELA 2, Ceet Fouad

Ceet Fouad

Painting . 80 x 60 x 0.2 cm Painting . 31.5 x 23.6 x 0.1 inch

€3,500

Painting, Evening, Vladimir Batrakov

Vladimir Batrakov

Painting . 24 x 34 x 2 cm Painting . 9.4 x 13.4 x 0.8 inch

€405

Painting, M.50, Peter Klasen

Peter Klasen

Painting . 65 x 50 cm Painting . 25.6 x 19.7 inch

€10,500

Painting, Jaurès assassiné, C215

C215

Painting . 14 x 14 x 0.2 cm Painting . 5.5 x 5.5 x 0.1 inch

€1,300

Painting, La fille au bonnet, Viza

Viza

Painting . 100 x 80 x 3 cm Painting . 39.4 x 31.5 x 1.2 inch

€1,800

Painting, Homme et chien, Pat Andrea

Pat Andrea

Painting . 21.5 x 24 x 2 cm Painting . 8.5 x 9.4 x 0.8 inch

€2,800

Painting, Sail, Strashevich Alexander

Strashevich Alexander

Painting . 75 x 55 x 2 cm Painting . 29.5 x 21.7 x 0.8 inch

€735

Painting, Transition Study, Mr Jago

Mr Jago

Painting . 20 x 20 x 0.5 cm Painting . 7.9 x 7.9 x 0.2 inch

€2,000

Painting, Not Guilty, Mr Brainwash

Mr Brainwash

Painting . 40.6 x 35.5 x 5 cm Painting . 16 x 14 x 2 inch

€17,000

Painting, Fragmented Bloom, Liana Ohanyan

Liana Ohanyan

Painting . 90 x 100 x 2 cm Painting . 35.4 x 39.4 x 0.8 inch

€1,346 €1,076

Painting, Still life, Krzysztof Lyzyn

Krzysztof Lyzyn

Painting . 65 x 92 x 0.1 cm Painting . 25.6 x 36.2 x 0 inch

€1,200

Painting, Untitled, Jorge Camacho

Jorge Camacho

Painting . 70 x 50 x 0.1 cm Painting . 27.6 x 19.7 x 0 inch

€2,500

Painting, Sans titre, Logovarda

Logovarda

Painting . 30 x 36.5 x 0.1 cm Painting . 11.8 x 14.4 x 0 inch

€1,300

Painting, Ornament & Misfit, Emphi

Emphi

Painting . 29.7 x 42 x 0.1 cm Painting . 11.7 x 16.5 x 0 inch

€800

Painting, Karton, Vladimir Velickovic

Vladimir Velickovic

Painting . 32 x 28 x 3 cm Painting . 12.6 x 11 x 1.2 inch

€4,000

Painting, Pop Liberty, Poplea

Poplea

Painting . 80 x 60 x 2 cm Painting . 31.5 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch

€2,243

Painting, Fée, Zwy Milshtein

Zwy Milshtein

Painting . 39 x 22 cm Painting . 15.4 x 8.7 inch

€1,800

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Need help with Paintings on Cardboard ?
What type of paint is best for painting on cardboard?

Acrylic paint is the best type of paint for painting on cardboard. It dries quickly, is water-resistant, and adheres well to the surface. Additionally, it is easy to clean up with soap and water.

Can you use acrylic paint on cardboard?

Yes, acrylic paint can be used on cardboard. It is a versatile medium that adheres well to cardboard and dries quickly. However, it is important to prime the cardboard surface before painting to prevent the paint from soaking in and to ensure a smooth finish.

How do you prepare cardboard for painting?

To prepare cardboard for painting, start by cleaning it with a damp cloth to remove any dirt or debris. Then, apply a coat of gesso or primer to create a smooth surface for the paint to adhere to. Allow the primer to dry completely before painting.