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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Painting, Pekin Girl, Stinkfish

Stinkfish

Painting . 44 x 44 x 1 cm Painting . 17.3 x 17.3 x 0.4 inch

€944

Painting, Cognizant, Michael Grine

Michael Grine

Painting . 237.5 x 118.1 x 0.3 cm Painting . 93.5 x 46.5 x 0.12 inch

€4,571

Painting, Rugby 6, Arno Lanzi

Arno Lanzi

Painting . 73 x 54 x 1 cm Painting . 28.7 x 21.3 x 0.4 inch

€850

Painting, Picoa, Sumit Mehndiratta

Sumit Mehndiratta

Painting . 60 x 40 x 2 cm Painting . 23.6 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch

€850

Painting, Micromonde 5, Javier Ramirez

Javier Ramirez

Painting . 100 x 100 x 2 cm Painting . 39.4 x 39.4 x 0.8 inch

€800

Painting, Monolanche, Sumit Mehndiratta

Sumit Mehndiratta

Painting . 85 x 88 x 3 cm Painting . 33.5 x 34.6 x 1.2 inch

€1,800

Painting, Ripley, Nash

Nash

Painting . 114 x 162 x 2 cm Painting . 44.9 x 63.8 x 0.8 inch

€2,400

Painting, Neowave, Sumit Mehndiratta

Sumit Mehndiratta

Painting . 82 x 135 x 0.1 cm Painting . 32.3 x 53.1 x 0 inch

€1,390

Painting, Pixels, Tic

Tic

Painting . 140 x 140 x 0.1 cm Painting . 55.1 x 55.1 x 0 inch

€1,800

Painting, Delerious, Sanjoy Das

Sanjoy Das

Painting . 55.9 x 86.4 x 0.3 cm Painting . 22 x 34 x 0.1 inch

€723

Painting, 248/2006, Claude Viallat

Claude Viallat

Painting . 103 x 130 x 0.3 cm Painting . 40.6 x 51.2 x 0.1 inch

€16,000

Painting, 007pp1984, Claude Viallat

Claude Viallat

Painting . 60 x 60 x 0.1 cm Painting . 23.6 x 23.6 x 0 inch

€12,000

Painting, 240/2025, Claude Viallat

Claude Viallat

Painting . 177 x 57 cm Painting . 69.7 x 22.4 inch

€12,000

Painting, 1999/PP026, Claude Viallat

Claude Viallat

Painting . 101 x 70 x 1 cm Painting . 39.8 x 27.6 x 0.4 inch

€12,000

Painting, Morning Chat, Grant Leier

Grant Leier

Painting . 61 x 82 x 1 cm Painting . 24 x 32.3 x 0.4 inch

€2,845

Painting, Bouquet, Ludmila Budanov

Ludmila Budanov

Painting . 78.7 x 101.6 x 5.1 cm Painting . 31 x 40 x 2 inch

€1,829

Painting, Into the Sky, Vian Borchert

Vian Borchert

Painting . 91.4 x 91.4 x 3.8 cm Painting . 36 x 36 x 1.5 inch

€4,571

Painting, L.A., Cannibal Malabar

Cannibal Malabar

Painting . 100 x 100 x 4 cm Painting . 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch

€2,000

Painting, Blue map, Marco Araldi

Marco Araldi

Painting . 100 x 100 x 4 cm Painting . 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch

€4,224

Painting, Rosie Pink, Jo Beer

Jo Beer

Painting . 80 x 39.9 x 3.8 cm Painting . 31.5 x 15.7 x 1.5 inch

€1,731

Painting, Intrigue, Jonathan Pradillon

Jonathan Pradillon

Painting . 31.3 x 22.7 x 2 cm Painting . 12.3 x 8.9 x 0.8 inch

€200

Painting, Persian 1, Anne Russinof

Anne Russinof

Painting . 46 x 61 cm Painting . 18.1 x 24 inch

€3,259

Painting, Stromalite, Michael Grine

Michael Grine

Painting . 91.44 x 60.96 x 0.635 cm Painting . 36 x 24 x 0.3 inch

€1,829 €1,371

Painting, Karma, Ademola Ajayi

Ademola Ajayi

Painting . 76.2 x 61 x 2.5 cm Painting . 30 x 24 x 1 inch

€2,149

Painting, Rising Falls, Max Kulich

Max Kulich

Painting . 59.9 x 39.9 x 2 cm Painting . 23.6 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch

€1,317

Painting, Argent comptant, Olivier Ebel

Olivier Ebel

Painting . 85 x 105 x 2 cm Painting . 33.5 x 41.3 x 0.8 inch

€2,100

Painting, Canvas 144, Frantisek Florian

Frantisek Florian

Painting . 104.9 x 130 x 3.8 cm Painting . 41.3 x 51.2 x 1.5 inch

€1,781

Painting, 2010 N°6 Red, Yang Liming

Yang Liming

Painting . 47 x 47 x 4 cm Painting . 18.5 x 18.5 x 1.6 inch

€5,500

Painting, 026pp1992, Claude Viallat

Claude Viallat

Painting . 70 x 70 x 0.1 cm Painting . 27.6 x 27.6 x 0 inch

€10,000

Painting, Forest and Sea, Nestor Toro

Nestor Toro

Painting . 50.8 x 40.6 x 1.8 cm Painting . 20 x 16 x 0.7 inch

€942

Painting, Bulge 14, Holly Miller

Holly Miller

Painting . 36 x 36 cm Painting . 14.2 x 14.2 inch

€2,354

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