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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Crosslight, Mixed Media on Canvas
Peter Foesters
Painting - 61 x 61 x 8.9 cm Painting - 24 x 24 x 3.5 inch
€1,855
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
€390
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
€339
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
€1,957
Contemporary Love
Rachel McCullock
Painting - 39.9 x 39.9 x 2 cm Painting - 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch
€425
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
€1,053
Boiserie Baroque Rouge et Ivoire
Sophie Duplain
Painting - 120 x 60 x 3 cm Painting - 47.2 x 23.6 x 1.2 inch
€2,000
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
€2,012
The Angle of Repose II
Sheryl Westergreen
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 5.1 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 2 inch
€3,988
The Angle of Repose IV
Sheryl Westergreen
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 5.1 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 2 inch
€3,060
Canvas 146
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 109 x 119.9 x 4.1 cm Painting - 42.9 x 47.2 x 1.6 inch
€1,808
Canvas 138
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 104.9 x 130 x 4.1 cm Painting - 41.3 x 51.2 x 1.6 inch
€1,808
Canvas 145
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 108 x 131.1 x 3.8 cm Painting - 42.5 x 51.6 x 1.5 inch
€1,811
Canvas 144
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 104.9 x 130 x 3.8 cm Painting - 41.3 x 51.2 x 1.5 inch
€1,807
Canvas 1
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 100.1 x 100.1 x 3.8 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.5 inch
€1,368
Canvas 139
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 106.9 x 130 x 3.8 cm Painting - 42.1 x 51.2 x 1.5 inch
€1,808
Canvas 135
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 112 x 114.8 x 3.8 cm Painting - 44.1 x 45.2 x 1.5 inch
€1,693
Canvas 148
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 106.9 x 137.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 42.1 x 54.3 x 1.5 inch
€1,894
Canvas 121
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 119.9 x 119.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 1.5 inch
€1,789
Canvas 18
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 100.1 x 100.1 x 3.8 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.5 inch
€1,406
Canvas 112
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 110 x 148.8 x 3.8 cm Painting - 43.3 x 58.6 x 1.5 inch
€1,915
Canvas 150
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 102.9 x 134.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 40.5 x 53.1 x 1.5 inch
€1,901
Canvas 104
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 110 x 119.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 43.3 x 47.2 x 1.5 inch
€1,681
Canvas 152
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 102.1 x 140 x 3.8 cm Painting - 40.2 x 55.1 x 1.5 inch
€1,910
Canvas 155
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 112 x 106.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 44.1 x 42.1 x 1.5 inch
€1,786
Canvas 157
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 109 x 137.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 42.9 x 54.3 x 1.5 inch
€1,856
Canvas 160
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 119.9 x 148.8 x 3.8 cm Painting - 47.2 x 58.6 x 1.5 inch
€2,199
Canvas 162
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 117.9 x 149.9 x 3.8 cm Painting - 46.4 x 59 x 1.5 inch
€2,254
Canvas 169
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 117.9 x 147.8 x 3.8 cm Painting - 46.4 x 58.2 x 1.5 inch
€2,178
Canvas 172
Frantisek Florian
Painting - 119.9 x 147.8 x 3.8 cm Painting - 47.2 x 58.2 x 1.5 inch
€2,200
La nuit avant le jour
Daniel Cayo
Painting - 80 x 80 x 4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 1.6 inch
€2,880
The thing you have to accept at the end of the day
Andrew Weir
Painting - 80 x 60 x 0.5 cm Painting - 31.5 x 23.6 x 0.2 inch
€1,000
The dance of opposites
Saverio Filioli Uranio
Painting - 29.7 x 42 x 0.3 cm Painting - 11.7 x 16.5 x 0.1 inch
€150
Kitten in fig tree #3
John Kilduff
Painting - 71.1 x 55.9 x 2 cm Painting - 28 x 22 x 0.8 inch
€1,169
Borders, who needs them?
Rinat Goren
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 3.8 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1.5 inch
€2,059
Después de la Data #8. Aprender a Caminar y Salir del Pozo Gravitacional Series
Ivan Castiblanco
Painting - 39.9 x 39.9 x 0.3 cm Painting - 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.1 inch
€1,391
Después de la Data #7.
Ivan Castiblanco
Painting - 59.9 x 59.9 x 0.3 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.1 inch
€1,391
Variations cinétiques 1
Piero Cipolat
Painting - 50 x 50 x 4 cm Painting - 19.7 x 19.7 x 1.6 inch
€1,170
Fancy Odds XXXII
Naoko Paluszak
Painting - 76.2 x 76.2 x 3.8 cm Painting - 30 x 30 x 1.5 inch
€2,226
Field of Color III
Naoko Paluszak
Painting - 50.8 x 40.6 x 3.8 cm Painting - 20 x 16 x 1.5 inch
€909
Sweet Shades of Memory XXII
Naoko Paluszak
Painting - 76.2 x 76.2 x 3.8 cm Painting - 30 x 30 x 1.5 inch
€1,669
Field of Color IX
Naoko Paluszak
Painting - 76.2 x 76.2 x 3.8 cm Painting - 30 x 30 x 1.5 inch
€1,716
Field of Color - West VI
Naoko Paluszak
Painting - 76.2 x 76.2 x 3.8 cm Painting - 30 x 30 x 1.5 inch
€1,456
Homage to Vincent
Marilyn Henrion
Painting - 40.6 x 30.5 x 2.5 cm Painting - 16 x 12 x 1 inch
€1,878
Cercles entrecroisés
Piero Cipolat
Painting - 59 x 49 x 2 cm Painting - 23.2 x 19.3 x 0.8 inch
€1,335 €1,202
Playing all day long
Ivana Olbricht
Painting - 65 x 119.4 x 2 cm Painting - 25.6 x 47 x 0.8 inch
€2,263
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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
Abstract Expression
Giorgio Lo Fermo
Painting - 37 x 27 x 0.5 cm Painting - 14.6 x 10.6 x 0.2 inch
€600
Portrait de compression de drapeaux Français
César Baldaccini
Print - 76 x 59 cm Print - 29.9 x 23.2 inch
€750
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
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
