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, Icon #27, Ronald Hunter

Ronald Hunter

Painting . 90 x 90 x 3 cm Painting . 35.4 x 35.4 x 1.2 inch

€2,599

Painting, Larmes de couleurs, Aurel

Aurel

Painting . 150 x 100 x 1.5 cm Painting . 59.1 x 39.4 x 0.6 inch

€12,000

Painting, White town, 8, Ingrid Knaus

Ingrid Knaus

Painting . 61 x 78.7 x 2.5 cm Painting . 24 x 31 x 1 inch

€2,149

Painting, Today, Marija Nikolic

Marija Nikolic

Painting . 100.1 x 100.1 x 2 cm Painting . 39.4 x 39.4 x 0.8 inch

€3,931

Painting, Spin Cycle, Sean Ward

Sean Ward

Painting . 76.2 x 76.2 x 7.6 cm Painting . 30 x 30 x 3 inch

€2,377

Painting, Diary Notes, Trude Viken

Trude Viken

Painting . 29.845 x 22.86 x 2 cm Painting . 11.8 x 9 x 0.8 inch

€4,571

Painting, Falling Leaves, Grant Leier

Grant Leier

Painting . 60 x 61 x 4 cm Painting . 23.6 x 24 x 1.6 inch

€2,000

Painting, Colors gang, Riks

Riks

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

€800

Painting, The Awakening, Viet Ha Tran

Viet Ha Tran

Painting . 89.9 x 89.9 x 1.8 cm Painting . 35.4 x 35.4 x 0.7 inch

€4,571

Painting, Intervention, Dyala Khodary

Dyala Khodary

Painting . 36 x 32 x 2 cm Painting . 14.2 x 12.6 x 0.8 inch

€900

Painting, RDG169112, Yigit Yazici

Yigit Yazici

Painting . 25 x 20 x 1.5 cm Painting . 9.8 x 7.9 x 0.6 inch

€1,000

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, Train Fantôme, Aly Cairo

Aly Cairo

Painting . 80 x 60 x 3 cm Painting . 31.5 x 23.6 x 1.2 inch

€1,000

Painting, Jap's Eye 04, RK Polak

RK Polak

Painting . 140 x 100.1 x 3 cm Painting . 55.1 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch

€3,891

Painting, Totem, Helena Monniello

Helena Monniello

Painting . 59.9 x 59.9 x 1.8 cm Painting . 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.7 inch

€903

Painting, Rising, Heather Robinson

Heather Robinson

Painting . 91.4 x 121.9 x 3.8 cm Painting . 36 x 48 x 1.5 inch

€2,880

Painting, Improbable, Michèle Sala

Michèle Sala

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

€820

Painting, Green Thumb, Zaira Dzhaubaeva

Zaira Dzhaubaeva

Painting . 101.6 x 152.4 x 3.8 cm Painting . 40 x 60 x 1.5 inch

€7,543

Painting, Harvest, Jo Moore

Jo Moore

Painting . 61 x 91.4 x 3.8 cm Painting . 24 x 36 x 1.5 inch

€2,194

Painting, Magenta #2, Naoko Paluszak

Naoko Paluszak

Painting . 61 x 45.7 x 3.8 cm Painting . 24 x 18 x 1.5 inch

€1,280

Painting, Mojito, Dark Shield

Dark Shield

Painting . 81 x 60 x 3 cm Painting . 31.9 x 23.6 x 1.2 inch

€800

Painting, The Hug, Wencke Uhl

Wencke Uhl

Painting . 90 x 70 x 2 cm Painting . 35.4 x 27.6 x 0.8 inch

€2,011

Painting, Stray Dog, Anita Clearfield

Anita Clearfield

Painting . 61 x 91.4 x 2 cm Painting . 24 x 36 x 0.8 inch

€1,737

Painting, El Dorado 2, Pintor Nicolás

Pintor Nicolás

Painting . 60 x 60 x 1 cm Painting . 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.4 inch

€594 €535

Painting, 701, Jérémie Iordanoff

701

Jérémie Iordanoff

Painting . 61 x 50 x 2.5 cm Painting . 24 x 19.7 x 1 inch

€1,200

Painting, Untitled, John Matos Crash

John Matos Crash

Painting . 51 x 51 x 4 cm Painting . 20.1 x 20.1 x 1.6 inch

€3,000

Painting, Harvest, James Chiew

James Chiew

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

€9,900 €8,910

Painting, Untitled, Craig Kucia

Craig Kucia

Painting . 29.8 x 21.6 x 2 cm Painting . 11.7 x 8.5 x 0.8 inch

€11,428

Painting, Bo kaap, Brigitte Millet

Brigitte Millet

Painting . 108 x 97 x 5 cm Painting . 42.5 x 38.2 x 2 inch

€850

Painting, Not Your Womb, Dizlarka

Dizlarka

Painting . 80 x 60 x 2.5 cm Painting . 31.5 x 23.6 x 1 inch

€1,829

Painting, Rock, Patrick Rubinstein

Patrick Rubinstein

Painting . 110 x 150 cm Painting . 43.3 x 59.1 inch

€18,000

Painting, 1099, Sonja Kobrehel

Sonja Kobrehel

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

€1,147

Painting, Solo, Sergey Davidovich

Sergey Davidovich

Painting . 99.1 x 99.1 x 3 cm Painting . 39 x 39 x 1.2 inch

€995