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, Portals, Roy Ahlgren

Roy Ahlgren

Painting . 86.4 x 86.4 cm Painting . 34 x 34 inch

€6,857

Painting, Friends, Caroline Vis

Caroline Vis

Painting . 90 x 200 x 2.5 cm Painting . 35.4 x 78.7 x 1 inch

€4,900

Painting, Blue Tondo, Ilya Bolotowsky

Ilya Bolotowsky

Painting . 81.3 x 81.3 x 2.5 cm Painting . 32 x 32 x 1 inch

€41,142

Painting, Hypnose 2, Nash

Nash

Painting . 70 x 70 x 1.5 cm Painting . 27.6 x 27.6 x 0.6 inch

€600

Painting, Sans titre, Modely Thibaud

Modely Thibaud

Painting . 73 x 54 x 2 cm Painting . 28.7 x 21.3 x 0.8 inch

€850

Painting, 2007/087, Claude Viallat

Claude Viallat

Painting . 143 x 106 cm Painting . 56.3 x 41.7 inch

€20,000

Painting, No, Wencke Uhl

No

Wencke Uhl

Painting . 80 x 60 x 2 cm Painting . 31.5 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch

€1,280

Painting, Imbroglio, Michèle Sala

Michèle Sala

Painting . 61 x 50 x 2 cm Painting . 24 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch

€820

Painting, Sans-titre, Nicole Gaulier

Nicole Gaulier

Painting . 30 x 90.5 x 1 cm Painting . 11.8 x 35.6 x 0.4 inch

€800

Painting, Portrait 8, FeiWoux Chan

FeiWoux Chan

Painting . 46 x 38 x 3 cm Painting . 18.1 x 15 x 1.2 inch

€1,200

Painting, Magic, Ludmila Budanov

Ludmila Budanov

Painting . 78.7 x 99.1 x 3.8 cm Painting . 31 x 39 x 1.5 inch

€1,280

Painting, Montjuïk, Danil Dege

Danil Dege

Painting . 180 x 200 x 4 cm Painting . 70.9 x 78.7 x 1.6 inch

€6,500

Painting, Profondeur, Willy Chupa

Willy Chupa

Painting . 49 x 117 x 0.1 cm Painting . 19.3 x 46.1 x 0 inch

€1,300

Painting, Imagine, Marie Ange Mory

Marie Ange Mory

Painting . 50 x 50 x 0.1 cm Painting . 19.7 x 19.7 x 0 inch

€4,900

Painting, Conseil des amis, Youngmi Kim

Youngmi Kim

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

€1,800

Painting, Reality, Nguyen Dinh Vu

Nguyen Dinh Vu

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

€7,750

Painting, 391/2024, Claude Viallat

Claude Viallat

Painting . 127 x 114 x 1 cm Painting . 50 x 44.9 x 0.4 inch

€19,200

Painting, Fragment of eternity, Asu

Asu

Painting . 120 x 120 x 4 cm Painting . 47.2 x 47.2 x 1.6 inch

€7,400

Painting, Love, Xiaoyang Galas

Xiaoyang Galas

Painting . 35.1 x 35.1 x 2 cm Painting . 13.8 x 13.8 x 0.8 inch

€878

Painting, Canvas 138, Frantisek Florian

Frantisek Florian

Painting . 104.9 x 130 x 4.1 cm Painting . 41.3 x 51.2 x 1.6 inch

€1,783

Painting, Mithras, Francisco Santos

Francisco Santos

Painting . 100.3 x 150.4 x 1.5 cm Painting . 39.5 x 59.2 x 0.6 inch

€2,194

Painting, Macau 1, Mary Lottridge

Mary Lottridge

Painting . 51 x 51 x 3 cm Painting . 20.1 x 20.1 x 1.2 inch

€1,180

Painting, October Days, Wietzie Gerber

Wietzie Gerber

Painting . 71.1 x 50.8 x 4.6 cm Painting . 28 x 20 x 1.8 inch

€1,947

Painting, Networks, Margarita Ivanova

Margarita Ivanova

Painting . 80 x 80 x 4 cm Painting . 31.5 x 31.5 x 1.6 inch

€4,000

Painting, Beach Time, Henry James

Henry James

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

€2,800

Painting, Lava Lamp, Cannibal Malabar

Cannibal Malabar

Painting . 100 x 100 x 3 cm Painting . 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch

€1,800

Painting, Soft Malachite, 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, Divine Vibrations, Sanjoy Das

Sanjoy Das

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

€999

Painting, Colour Orb 9, Brent Hallard

Brent Hallard

Painting . 61 x 61 x 3.8 cm Painting . 24 x 24 x 1.5 inch

€2,172

Painting, Slavic chic 13, Olga Tiho

Olga Tiho

Painting . 20 x 20 x 2 cm Painting . 7.9 x 7.9 x 0.8 inch

€1,006

Painting, Untitled, Sam Friedman

Sam Friedman

Painting . 182.9 x 152.4 x 2.54 cm Painting . 72 x 60 x 1 inch

€22,400

Painting, Copy Cat Eyes, Dwayne Wolff

Dwayne Wolff

Painting . 50.8 x 50.8 x 2.5 cm Painting . 20 x 20 x 1 inch

€1,646

Painting, Birds, Konstantin Filimonov

Konstantin Filimonov

Painting . 70 x 60 x 2 cm Painting . 27.6 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch

€2,700

Painting, Artwork 7, Cécile Lacombe

Cécile Lacombe

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

€550

Painting, More Than Human, Niki Stearman

Niki Stearman

Painting . 152.4 x 121.9 x 3.3 cm Painting . 60 x 48 x 1.3 inch

€3,337

Painting, Dancing Flowers, BB.Queen

BB.Queen

Painting . 60 x 30 x 3 cm Painting . 23.6 x 11.8 x 1.2 inch

€1,100