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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Les Indiennes 2
Sébastien Couëffic
Painting - 92 x 73 x 2 cm Painting - 36.2 x 28.7 x 0.8 inch
$1,311
Hypnotic Variation
Olivier Swiz
Painting - 162 x 114 x 3 cm Painting - 63.8 x 44.9 x 1.2 inch
$8,822
Outlook (I Dream of Japan)
Judith Berry
Painting - 152 x 224 x 3 cm Painting - 59.8 x 88.2 x 1.2 inch
$11,500
Beneath the Night
Jessica Houston
Painting - 152 x 152 x 2 cm Painting - 59.8 x 59.8 x 0.8 inch
$6,400
Self Portrait… aka Yella v2.6 Dream Within A Dream
LosOtros Mj Tom
Painting - 100 x 280 x 1 cm Painting - 39.4 x 110.2 x 0.4 inch
$3,815
Finding a Way Forward
Judith Berry
Painting - 152.4 x 106.7 x 5.1 cm Painting - 60 x 42 x 2 inch
$3,576
Cruel to be Kind
Zena Blackwell
Painting - 45 x 40 x 3.5 cm Painting - 17.7 x 15.7 x 1.4 inch
$2,822
I'm Fine, Thanks x
Zena Blackwell
Painting - 45 x 40 x 3.5 cm Painting - 17.7 x 15.7 x 1.4 inch
$2,822
Vive les fleurs et freedom
Seb Paul Michel
Painting - 30 x 30 x 2 cm Painting - 11.8 x 11.8 x 0.8 inch
$179
Large Discs and Sticks
Judith Berry
Painting - 152 x 224 x 3 cm Painting - 59.8 x 88.2 x 1.2 inch
$11,500
Je ne suis pas dans un lieu c'est l'espace qui est en moi
Remi Delaplace
Painting - 100 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
$3,922
Colorsaje 13
Claudio Mella Castel
Painting - 100 x 100 x 2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 0.8 inch
$1,192
Vortex in Phthalo green
George Koutsouris
Painting - 80 x 35 x 3.5 cm Painting - 31.5 x 13.8 x 1.4 inch
$1,550
Blue attitude
George Koutsouris
Painting - 80 x 35 x 3.5 cm Painting - 31.5 x 13.8 x 1.4 inch
$1,550
Off Target (triptyque)
Judith Berry
Painting - 102 x 356 x 3 cm Painting - 40.2 x 140.2 x 1.2 inch
$11,000
Crowd with Straw Ramparts
Judith Berry
Painting - 30.5 x 274.3 x 5.1 cm Painting - 12 x 108 x 2 inch
$4,769
Phenomenal Black White XXL
Caroline Vis
Painting - 200 x 200 x 2 cm Painting - 78.7 x 78.7 x 0.8 inch
$17,286
Foisonnement
Philippe Hautenauve
Painting - 100 x 50 x 3.5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 19.7 x 1.4 inch
$2,980
Expectations in the new city
Judith Berry
Painting - 152.4 x 304.8 x 5.1 cm Painting - 60 x 120 x 2 inch
$16,690
All Mighty
Katarina Olympia Zaraj
Painting - 80 x 80 x 1.5 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.6 inch
$1,191
Les demoiselles d'artist
Edvarda Braanaas
Painting - 150 x 120 x 3 cm Painting - 59.1 x 47.2 x 1.2 inch
$9,775
Ngurlu Jukurrpa (Native Seed Dreaming)
Runa Williams Napangardi
Painting - 40 x 30 x 3.5 cm Painting - 15.7 x 11.8 x 1.4 inch
$477
Purple Rain
Jérôme Sorolla "Le parrain des arts"
Painting - 60 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
$3,576
Richesse et nuances
Philippe Hautenauve
Painting - 116 x 89 x 2 cm Painting - 45.7 x 35 x 0.8 inch
$3,815
Colors moving
Philippe Hautenauve
Painting - 100 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
$5,722
Memento Mori aka ad Verbum v.11.13
LosOtros Mj Tom
Painting - 100 x 167.98 x 1 cm Painting - 39.4 x 66.1 x 0.4 inch
$2,384
Memento Mori aka ad Verbum v.5.21
LosOtros Mj Tom
Painting - 100 x 168 x 1 cm Painting - 39.4 x 66.1 x 0.4 inch
$2,384
S… like Solveig or a New Grate v.7.13
LosOtros Mj Tom
Painting - 100 x 175 x 1 cm Painting - 39.4 x 68.9 x 0.4 inch
$2,384
The emotional creation #371
Carla Sá Fernandes
Painting - 100 x 200 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 78.7 x 1.6 inch
$8,941
Black Gold no. 10 (on cork)
Carla Sá Fernandes
Painting - 125 x 200 x 4 cm Painting - 49.2 x 78.7 x 1.6 inch
$14,306
The emotional creation #265
Carla Sá Fernandes
Painting - 180 x 135 x 4 cm Painting - 70.9 x 53.1 x 1.6 inch
$10,133
The emotional creation #229
Carla Sá Fernandes
Painting - 150 x 150 x 4 cm Painting - 59.1 x 59.1 x 1.6 inch
$9,537
Black gold no. 1 (On Cork)
Carla Sá Fernandes
Painting - 110 x 200 x 4 cm Painting - 43.3 x 78.7 x 1.6 inch
$12,398
The emotional creation #373
Carla Sá Fernandes
Painting - 125 x 250 x 4 cm Painting - 49.2 x 98.4 x 1.6 inch
$17,882
The emotional creation #306
Carla Sá Fernandes
Painting - 100 x 200 x 2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 78.7 x 0.8 inch
$8,941
S… like Self Portrait v.3.3..... a 5 Ply Work
LosOtros Mj Tom
Painting - 100 x 355 x 1 cm Painting - 39.4 x 139.8 x 0.4 inch
$4,769
Shine on your crazy diamond
Stéphane Pontié
Painting - 97 x 77.5 x 1 cm Painting - 38.2 x 30.5 x 0.4 inch
$5,961
Désaccord d'accords
Stéphane Pontié
Painting - 116.5 x 0.8 x 0.1 cm Painting - 45.9 x 0.3 x 0 inch
$5,961
Le temps de l'insouciance
Antoine H2o
Painting - 60 x 60 x 0.5 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.2 inch
$393
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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
$715
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
$834
Nailed it Series No.81
Sumit Mehndiratta
Sculpture - 84 x 84 x 4 cm Sculpture - 33.1 x 33.1 x 1.6 inch
$1,192
Portrait de compression de drapeaux Français
César Baldaccini
Print - 76 x 59 cm Print - 29.9 x 23.2 inch
$894
Fancy Bait for Fancy Fish
Mike Jacobs
Painting - 41 x 51 x 1 cm Painting - 16.1 x 20.1 x 0.4 inch
$954
