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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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
A Thousand Roads Passed, Just Waiting To Be Explor
Sean Ward
Painting - 61 x 91.4 x 3.8 cm Painting - 24 x 36 x 1.5 inch
€1,921
Butterfly Halo
Victoria Horkan
Painting - 100.1 x 100.1 x 4.1 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
€4,404
Motion To Strike
Victoria Horkan
Painting - 90.9 x 150.1 x 6.1 cm Painting - 35.8 x 59.1 x 2.4 inch
€4,434
Contemporary Love
Rachel McCullock
Painting - 39.9 x 39.9 x 2 cm Painting - 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch
€417
Tipping Point (cadmium red medium / cadmium orange) #4
Bryan Lavelle
Painting - 60 x 40 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch
€1,048
Une histoire de fleur et de papillons - Série fleur stylisée
Thalye d'Oriam
Painting - 65 x 56 x 0.8 cm Painting - 25.6 x 22 x 0.3 inch
€1,225
La fleur de verre et ses joyaux, Elegance - Série fleur stylisée
Thalye d'Oriam
Painting - 65 x 56 x 0.8 cm Painting - 25.6 x 22 x 0.3 inch
€1,225
Rojo y negro (red and black)
Juan Jose Hoyos Quiles
Painting - 76.2 x 101.6 x 3.8 cm Painting - 30 x 40 x 1.5 inch
€1,975
Enjoying summer shapes I
Geert Lemmers
Painting - 81.3 x 81.3 x 2.5 cm Painting - 32 x 32 x 1 inch
€1,074
"Les coucous" abstrait diptyque vernis pigments et marquages sur plaque de bois 100x(125-125)cm
Olivier Ebel
Painting - 100 x 250 x 2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 98.4 x 0.8 inch
€2,500
The Angle of Repose II
Sheryl Westergreen
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 5.1 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 2 inch
€3,914
The Angle of Repose IV
Sheryl Westergreen
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 5.1 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 2 inch
€3,004
Moonlight Sea Garden
Wendy Smith
Painting - 50 x 100.1 x 3 cm Painting - 19.7 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
€1,579
Breakaway Blue
Wendy Smith
Painting - 89.9 x 119.9 x 3.6 cm Painting - 35.4 x 47.2 x 1.4 inch
€2,085
Playing all day long
Ivana Olbricht
Painting - 65 x 119.4 x 2 cm Painting - 25.6 x 47 x 0.8 inch
€2,221
Pink marble No.2
Ivana Olbricht
Painting - 70.1 x 99.1 x 2 cm Painting - 27.6 x 39 x 0.8 inch
€1,839
On the waves of happiness
Ivana Olbricht
Painting - 99.1 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 39 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
€2,093
Scars of past love
Ivana Olbricht
Painting - 80 x 109.2 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 43 x 0.8 inch
€2,275
Canvas 146
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 109 x 119.9 x 4.1 cm Painting - 42.9 x 47.2 x 1.6 inch
€1,775
Canvas 138
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 104.9 x 130 x 4.1 cm Painting - 41.3 x 51.2 x 1.6 inch
€1,775
Canvas 145
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 108 x 131.1 x 3.8 cm Painting - 42.5 x 51.6 x 1.5 inch
€1,778
Canvas 144
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 104.9 x 130 x 3.8 cm Painting - 41.3 x 51.2 x 1.5 inch
€1,773
Canvas 1
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 100.1 x 100.1 x 3.8 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.5 inch
€1,343
Canvas 139
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 106.9 x 130 x 3.8 cm Painting - 42.1 x 51.2 x 1.5 inch
€1,775
Canvas 135
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 112 x 114.8 x 3.8 cm Painting - 44.1 x 45.2 x 1.5 inch
€1,662
Canvas 148
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 106.9 x 137.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 42.1 x 54.3 x 1.5 inch
€1,859
Canvas 121
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 119.9 x 119.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 1.5 inch
€1,756
Canvas 18
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 100.1 x 100.1 x 3.8 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.5 inch
€1,380
Canvas 112
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 110 x 148.8 x 3.8 cm Painting - 43.3 x 58.6 x 1.5 inch
€1,880
Canvas 150
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 102.9 x 134.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 40.5 x 53.1 x 1.5 inch
€1,866
Canvas 104
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 110 x 119.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 43.3 x 47.2 x 1.5 inch
€1,650
Canvas 152
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 102.1 x 140 x 3.8 cm Painting - 40.2 x 55.1 x 1.5 inch
€1,875
Canvas 155
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 112 x 106.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 44.1 x 42.1 x 1.5 inch
€1,753
Canvas 157
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 109 x 137.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 42.9 x 54.3 x 1.5 inch
€1,821
Canvas 160
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 119.9 x 148.8 x 3.8 cm Painting - 47.2 x 58.6 x 1.5 inch
€2,158
Canvas 162
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 117.9 x 149.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 46.4 x 59 x 1.5 inch
€2,212
Canvas 169
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 117.9 x 147.8 x 3.8 cm Painting - 46.4 x 58.2 x 1.5 inch
€2,137
Canvas 172
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 119.9 x 147.8 x 3.8 cm Painting - 47.2 x 58.2 x 1.5 inch
€2,159
Jardin aquatique
Mathilde de Bellecombe
Painting - 60 x 40 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch
€715
The thing you have to accept at the end of the day
Andrew Weir
Painting - 80 x 60 x 0.5 cm Painting - 31.5 x 23.6 x 0.2 inch
€1,000
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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
