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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Invisible Narratives 3.
Petr Strnad
Painting - 35 x 44.7 x 0.2 cm Painting - 13.8 x 17.6 x 0.1 inch
€340
Contemplation 21
Jeffrey Davies
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 3.8 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1.5 inch
€1,365
White Veil Harmony Series #20
Ray Brandolino
Painting - 71.1 x 71.1 x 3.8 cm Painting - 28 x 28 x 1.5 inch
€1,070
Etude Prémices 5
J/Y Delaunay-Israël
Painting - 49 x 84 x 1 cm Painting - 19.3 x 33.1 x 0.4 inch
€415
Curva Etude n°: 4
J/Y Delaunay-Israël
Painting - 30 x 30 x 1 cm Painting - 11.8 x 11.8 x 0.4 inch
€100
Du repos pour mon esprit
Geraldine Bandiziol
Painting - 90 x 30 x 2 cm Painting - 35.4 x 11.8 x 0.8 inch
€675
Feeling groovy
Juan Jose Hoyos Quiles
Painting - 71.1 x 50.8 x 0.5 cm Painting - 28 x 20 x 0.2 inch
€510
Color Boundaries #68
Natasha Zupan
Painting - 80 x 59.7 x 7.6 cm Painting - 31.5 x 23.5 x 3 inch
€7,100
Color Boundaries #61
Natasha Zupan
Painting - 49.5 x 49.5 x 7.6 cm Painting - 19.5 x 19.5 x 3 inch
€5,916
Posdata Admiración. From the Posdata series
Ivan Castiblanco
Painting - 47 x 66.8 x 0.3 cm Painting - 18.5 x 26.3 x 0.1 inch
€637
Posdata Apreciación. From the Posdata series
Ivan Castiblanco
Painting - 47 x 66.8 x 0.3 cm Painting - 18.5 x 26.3 x 0.1 inch
€637
Sisters in Yellow 2
Oluwafemi Afolabi
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1 inch
€2,913
Teach us to love ourselves
Oluwafemi Afolabi
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
€2,731
Petit éclat de lueur rose violette iridescente
Jonathan Pradillon
Painting - 20 x 20 x 1.5 cm Painting - 7.9 x 7.9 x 0.6 inch
€60
Le monde autrement
Geraldine Bandiziol
Painting - 30 x 30 x 2 cm Painting - 11.8 x 11.8 x 0.8 inch
€350
Texture couteau blanc orange
Jonathan Pradillon
Painting - 61 x 50 x 1.6 cm Painting - 24 x 19.7 x 0.6 inch
€160
Texture couteau blanc jaune
Jonathan Pradillon
Painting - 61 x 50 x 1.6 cm Painting - 24 x 19.7 x 0.6 inch
€160
Antiche forme e nuovi segnali n. 1541
Luigi Cei
Painting - 80 x 60 x 1 cm Painting - 31.5 x 23.6 x 0.4 inch
€1,460
Dégradé carré rose
Jonathan Pradillon
Painting - 50 x 50 x 1.5 cm Painting - 19.7 x 19.7 x 0.6 inch
€140
Dégradé carré jaune
Jonathan Pradillon
Painting - 50 x 50 x 1.5 cm Painting - 19.7 x 19.7 x 0.6 inch
€140
MOON SHIN Red ink Sculpture 1972 Collection MMCA Museum Modern Contemporary Art Seoul
Moon Shin
Painting - 15 x 12 cm Painting - 5.9 x 4.7 inch
€3,900
Texture couteau dorée rouge iridescente
Jonathan Pradillon
Painting - 50 x 20 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 7.9 x 0.8 inch
€90
Texture couteau étain or cuivre
Jonathan Pradillon
Painting - 50 x 20 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 7.9 x 0.8 inch
€90
Texture couteau blanc orange violette
Jonathan Pradillon
Painting - 50 x 20 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 7.9 x 0.8 inch
€90
Texture couteau blanc jaune rose
Jonathan Pradillon
Painting - 50 x 20 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 7.9 x 0.8 inch
€90
Texture couteau blanc jaune rouge
Jonathan Pradillon
Painting - 50 x 20 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 7.9 x 0.8 inch
€90
Texture couteau blanc violette magenta
Jonathan Pradillon
Painting - 50 x 20 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 7.9 x 0.8 inch
€90
Texture couteau rose rouge iridescente
Jonathan Pradillon
Painting - 61 x 50 x 1.6 cm Painting - 24 x 19.7 x 0.6 inch
€160
Blooming in a sphere
Gergana Tabakova
Painting - 90 x 80 x 2.5 cm Painting - 35.4 x 31.5 x 1 inch
€1,465
Illusive Stability 19.
Petr Strnad
Painting - 42.2 x 29.7 x 0.1 cm Painting - 16.6 x 11.7 x 0 inch
€290
N°150.200-9.17 (NG82)
Nicolas Galtier
Painting - 100 x 200 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 78.7 x 1.6 inch
€8,300
150.200-5 17 (NG79)
Nicolas Galtier
Painting - 200 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 78.7 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
€8,200
XXXL Green Echoes
Susan Wooler
Painting - 150.1 x 100.1 x 4.1 cm Painting - 59.1 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
€2,068
XXL Deafening Silence
Susan Wooler
Painting - 119.9 x 80 x 4.1 cm Painting - 47.2 x 31.5 x 1.6 inch
€1,528
Transition III
Michael Grine
Painting - 51.4 x 41.5 x 3.4 cm Painting - 20.25 x 16.325 x 1.325 inch
€273
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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
