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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A journey to Italy, Abbadia San Salvatore
Federico Cortese
Painting - 34.8 x 34.8 x 0.3 cm Painting - 13.7 x 13.7 x 0.1 inch
€302
A journey to Italy
Federico Cortese
Painting - 34.8 x 34.8 x 0.3 cm Painting - 13.7 x 13.7 x 0.1 inch
€302
Relief number 15
Federico Cortese
Painting - 41.9 x 17 x 7.9 cm Painting - 16.5 x 6.7 x 3.1 inch
€265
Much better that way
Michael Grine
Painting - 43.2 x 27.9 x 0.3 cm Painting - 17 x 11 x 0.1 inch
€274
La Nature s'éveille
Mathilde de Bellecombe
Painting - 60 x 40 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch
€720
Legado de lo Invisible #3. From The Legado Invisible Series
Ivan Castiblanco
Painting - 40.4 x 40.4 x 5.8 cm Painting - 15.9 x 15.9 x 2.3 inch
€915
Yomeimon of Toshogu
Marco Araldi
Painting - 81.5 x 81.5 x 5 cm Painting - 32.1 x 32.1 x 2 inch
€3,970
Christmas wreath
Maria Tuzhilkina
Painting - 39.9 x 39.9 x 1.5 cm Painting - 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.6 inch
€640
Rabbit with red bow
Maria Tuzhilkina
Painting - 49.8 x 39.9 x 1.5 cm Painting - 19.6 x 15.7 x 0.6 inch
€686
Beyond the sea no. 124 large blue abstract
Anita Kaufmann
Painting - 149.9 x 149.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 59 x 59 x 1 inch
€4,468
Prayer like confetti
Xiaoyang Galas
Painting - 50 x 39.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 19.7 x 15.7 x 1.5 inch
€1,363
Love me tender II
Xiaoyang Galas
Painting - 72.9 x 59.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 28.7 x 23.6 x 1 inch
€1,683
Conversation d'oiseaux
Isabelle Schenckbecher-Quint
Painting - 30 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 11.8 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
€700
Beyond the sea no. 2224 large blue abstract - set
Anita Kaufmann
Painting - 149.9 x 149.9 x 0.3 cm Painting - 59 x 59 x 0.1 inch
€894
Tornado Alley
Allan P Friedlander
Painting - 101.6 x 76.2 x 3.8 cm Painting - 40 x 30 x 1.5 inch
€1,829
Bath time, Vacation on the Happy Island serie
Olha Vlasova
Painting - 60 x 40 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch
€600
Comme un parfum d'été
Sylvie Julkowski-Egard
Painting - 92 x 73 x 2 cm Painting - 36.2 x 28.7 x 0.8 inch
€1,500
What A Mess You've Made
Preston M Smith
Painting - 91.4 x 61 x 2 cm Painting - 36 x 24 x 0.8 inch
€1,363
Mystic Patterns
Artur Hakobjanyan
Painting - 80 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
€1,646 €1,317
Embrace Nature 6 - 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
€1,372
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
€1,372
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
€915
African Royale - 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
€2,607
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
€1,509
Splendor - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Floral, Africa Women
Oyeleye Feranmi
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1 inch
€2,698
Truce with black
Sumit Mehndiratta
Painting - 102 x 100 x 0.1 cm Painting - 40.2 x 39.4 x 0 inch
€1,400
Ponte in luce
Antonino Puliafico
Painting - 96 x 111 x 2 cm Painting - 37.8 x 43.7 x 0.8 inch
€2,500
Plant Lady, Sweet Home series
Olha Vlasova
Painting - 70 x 50 x 1.5 cm Painting - 27.6 x 19.7 x 0.6 inch
€600
Girl with bouquet, Spring series
Olha Vlasova
Painting - 60 x 40 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch
€600
Quand le silence est d'or
Geraldine Bandiziol
Painting - 20 x 20 x 4 cm Painting - 7.9 x 7.9 x 1.6 inch
€180
La paix au jardin
Geraldine Bandiziol
Painting - 25 x 25 x 2 cm Painting - 9.8 x 9.8 x 0.8 inch
€250
Tenement
Loretta Kaltenhauser
Painting - 121.9 x 152.4 x 3.8 cm Painting - 48 x 60 x 1.5 inch
€2,103
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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
