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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Intervention "Worlds in collision"
Sebastian Murra
Painting - 100 x 56 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 22 x 1.6 inch
$1,907
The eight months I waited and fantasized – diptych
Gergana Tabakova
Painting - 260 x 300 x 3 cm Painting - 102.4 x 118.1 x 1.2 inch
$6,247
Abstract Wall Art Drawing
Michael Verlangieri
Painting - 55.9 x 76.2 x 0.3 cm Painting - 22 x 30 x 0.1 inch
$4,005
Tomorrow People
Niki Stearman
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 3.3 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1.3 inch
$3,250
Ever changing states
Doris Duschelbauer
Painting - 79.8 x 110 x 3.6 cm Painting - 31.4 x 43.3 x 1.4 inch
$5,200
More Than Human
Niki Stearman
Painting - 152.4 x 121.9 x 3.3 cm Painting - 60 x 48 x 1.3 inch
$3,650
Get Myself Together
Niki Stearman
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 3.3 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1.3 inch
$2,750
The Fourth Dimension VI
Sia Aryai
Painting - 111.8 x 69.9 x 0.5 cm Painting - 44 x 27.5 x 0.2 inch
$1,460
Crosslight, Mixed Media on Canvas
Peter Foesters
Painting - 61 x 61 x 8.9 cm Painting - 24 x 24 x 3.5 inch
$2,000
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
$420
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
$500
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
$500
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
$365
Summer in the Countryside
Ania Pieniazek
Painting - 70 x 100 x 2.5 cm Painting - 27.6 x 39.4 x 1 inch
$2,258
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
$2,110
Butterfly Halo
Victoria Horkan
Painting - 100.1 x 100.1 x 4.1 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
$4,839
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
$4,872
Contemporary Love
Rachel McCullock
Painting - 39.9 x 39.9 x 2 cm Painting - 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch
$458
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
$1,199
Boiserie Baroque Rouge et Ivoire
Sophie Duplain
Painting - 120 x 60 x 3 cm Painting - 47.2 x 23.6 x 1.2 inch
$2,384
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
$2,170
Enjoying summer shapes I
Geert Lemmers
Painting - 81.3 x 81.3 x 2.5 cm Painting - 32 x 32 x 1 inch
$1,180
The Angle of Repose II
Sheryl Westergreen
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 5.1 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 2 inch
$4,300
The Angle of Repose IV
Sheryl Westergreen
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 5.1 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 2 inch
$3,300
Moonlight Sea Garden
Wendy Smith
Painting - 50 x 100.1 x 3 cm Painting - 19.7 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
$1,735
Breakaway Blue
Wendy Smith
Painting - 89.9 x 119.9 x 3.6 cm Painting - 35.4 x 47.2 x 1.4 inch
$2,291
Playing all day long
Ivana Olbricht
Painting - 65 x 119.4 x 2 cm Painting - 25.6 x 47 x 0.8 inch
$2,440
Pink marble No.2
Ivana Olbricht
Painting - 70.1 x 99.1 x 2 cm Painting - 27.6 x 39 x 0.8 inch
$2,020
On the waves of happiness
Ivana Olbricht
Painting - 99.1 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 39 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
$2,300
Scars of past love
Ivana Olbricht
Painting - 80 x 109.2 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 43 x 0.8 inch
$2,500
Canvas 146
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 109 x 119.9 x 4.1 cm Painting - 42.9 x 47.2 x 1.6 inch
$1,950
Canvas 138
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 104.9 x 130 x 4.1 cm Painting - 41.3 x 51.2 x 1.6 inch
$1,950
Canvas 145
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 108 x 131.1 x 3.8 cm Painting - 42.5 x 51.6 x 1.5 inch
$1,953
Canvas 144
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 104.9 x 130 x 3.8 cm Painting - 41.3 x 51.2 x 1.5 inch
$1,948
Canvas 1
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 100.1 x 100.1 x 3.8 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.5 inch
$1,475
Canvas 139
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 106.9 x 130 x 3.8 cm Painting - 42.1 x 51.2 x 1.5 inch
$1,950
Canvas 135
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 112 x 114.8 x 3.8 cm Painting - 44.1 x 45.2 x 1.5 inch
$1,826
Canvas 148
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 106.9 x 137.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 42.1 x 54.3 x 1.5 inch
$2,042
Canvas 121
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 119.9 x 119.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 1.5 inch
$1,929
Canvas 18
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 100.1 x 100.1 x 3.8 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.5 inch
$1,516
Canvas 112
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 110 x 148.8 x 3.8 cm Painting - 43.3 x 58.6 x 1.5 inch
$2,065
Canvas 150
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 102.9 x 134.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 40.5 x 53.1 x 1.5 inch
$2,050
Canvas 104
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 110 x 119.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 43.3 x 47.2 x 1.5 inch
$1,813
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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
