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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, Forest drip, Sumit Mehndiratta

Sumit Mehndiratta

Painting . 108 x 102 x 0.1 cm Painting . 42.5 x 40.2 x 0 inch

CHF 1,541 CHF 1,079

Painting, Picoa, Sumit Mehndiratta

Sumit Mehndiratta

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

CHF 819 CHF 573

Painting, Neowave, Sumit Mehndiratta

Sumit Mehndiratta

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

CHF 1,339 CHF 937

Painting, Heavy rains, Sumit Mehndiratta

Sumit Mehndiratta

Painting . 80 x 60 x 0.1 cm Painting . 31.5 x 23.6 x 0 inch

CHF 953 CHF 667

Painting, Jeune garçon, Pascal Marlin

Pascal Marlin

Painting . 50 x 40 x 2 cm Painting . 19.7 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch

CHF 482

Painting, Deux sœurs, Albena Vatcheva

Albena Vatcheva

Painting . 34.5 x 34.5 x 2 cm Painting . 13.6 x 13.6 x 0.8 inch

CHF 457 CHF 435

Painting, Botanic, Pascal Marlin

Pascal Marlin

Painting . 21 x 14 x 0.1 cm Painting . 8.3 x 5.5 x 0 inch

CHF 91

Painting, Botanic, Pascal Marlin

Pascal Marlin

Painting . 21 x 14 x 0.1 cm Painting . 8.3 x 5.5 x 0 inch

CHF 91

Painting, Bananio, Sumit Mehndiratta

Sumit Mehndiratta

Painting . 53 x 41 x 0.1 cm Painting . 20.9 x 16.1 x 0 inch

CHF 722 CHF 506

Painting, Masque, Pascal Marlin

Pascal Marlin

Painting . 46 x 38 x 2 cm Painting . 18.1 x 15 x 0.8 inch

CHF 433

Painting, Sirens, Augustina Droze

Augustina Droze

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

CHF 7,281

Painting, Ethnic 2, Pascal Marlin

Pascal Marlin

Painting . 30 x 30 x 0.1 cm Painting . 11.8 x 11.8 x 0 inch

CHF 337

Painting, L'oiseau, Albena Vatcheva

Albena Vatcheva

Painting . 18.5 x 18.5 x 2 cm Painting . 7.3 x 7.3 x 0.8 inch

CHF 134 CHF 128

Painting, Venezia, Sumit Mehndiratta

Sumit Mehndiratta

Painting . 76 x 56 x 0.1 cm Painting . 29.9 x 22 x 0 inch

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Painting, TOYS, Olga Vakhonina

Olga Vakhonina

Painting . 43 x 55 x 0.3 cm Painting . 16.9 x 21.7 x 0.1 inch

CHF 726

Painting, Dream, Sergiy Alymov

Sergiy Alymov

Painting . 85 x 100 x 2.5 cm Painting . 33.5 x 39.4 x 1 inch

CHF 999

Painting, Sakura, James Chiew

James Chiew

Painting . 120 x 90 x 6 cm Painting . 47.2 x 35.4 x 2.4 inch

CHF 9,824

Painting, 026pp1992, Claude Viallat

Claude Viallat

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

CHF 9,631

Painting, Pink lady, Julius Babilonia

Julius Babilonia

Painting . 91.4 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting . 36 x 36 x 1 inch

CHF 1,612

Painting, Gong, Helena Monniello

Helena Monniello

Painting . 80 x 80 x 2.8 cm Painting . 31.5 x 31.5 x 1.1 inch

CHF 1,565

Painting, Glitch, Dyala Khodary

Dyala Khodary

Painting . 90 x 90 x 2 cm Painting . 35.4 x 35.4 x 0.8 inch

CHF 3,371

Painting, Lonely, Henry James

Henry James

Painting . 89 x 68 x 3 cm Painting . 35 x 26.8 x 1.2 inch

CHF 2,793

Painting, Dive in, Nash

Nash

Painting . 73 x 116 x 1.5 cm Painting . 28.7 x 45.7 x 0.6 inch

CHF 963

Painting, Green Mind, Robert Musser

Robert Musser

Painting . 152.7 x 121.9 x 5.1 cm Painting . 60.1 x 48 x 2 inch

CHF 3,422

Painting, Couple chat, FeiWoux Chan

FeiWoux Chan

Painting . 92 x 73 x 3 cm Painting . 36.2 x 28.7 x 1.2 inch

CHF 2,889

Painting, Rugby 6, Arno Lanzi

Arno Lanzi

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

CHF 819

Painting, Joe and Jack, Pierre Auville

Pierre Auville

Painting . 60 x 104 x 6 cm Painting . 23.6 x 40.9 x 2.4 inch

CHF 1,802

Painting, Envers, Jonathan Pradillon

Jonathan Pradillon

Painting . 55 x 46 x 1.8 cm Painting . 21.7 x 18.1 x 0.7 inch

CHF 202

Painting, Inverse, Jonathan Pradillon

Jonathan Pradillon

Painting . 46 x 38 x 1.5 cm Painting . 18.1 x 15 x 0.6 inch

CHF 164