Paintings on Cardboard

Once considered a humble material, cardboard is now embraced by contemporary artists for its expressive potential. Paintings on cardboard combine tactile depth with raw aesthetic appeal, making them particularly attractive to collectors seeking unconventional works.

The surface absorbs paint in unique ways, allowing for matte finishes, layered textures, and bold gestures. Often used in abstract, surrealist, or outsider art, cardboard serves as an intimate and experimental medium.

Browse Artsper's collection of paintings on cardboard—authentic, original artworks that offer a refreshing alternative to traditional canvases.

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Painting, Perrache, Nicolas Curmer

Nicolas Curmer

Painting . 30 x 41 x 5 cm Painting . 11.8 x 16.1 x 2 inch

€800

Painting, The Night, Piotr Fafrowicz

Piotr Fafrowicz

Painting . 36 x 30 x 0.1 cm Painting . 14.2 x 11.8 x 0 inch

€900

Painting, Cicatrice, Florence Boré

Florence Boré

Painting . 47 x 44 x 0.5 cm Painting . 18.5 x 17.3 x 0.2 inch

€2,000

Painting, Captain A, Gilen Bousquet

Gilen Bousquet

Painting . 68 x 47.5 x 0.3 cm Painting . 26.8 x 18.7 x 0.1 inch

€1,200 €900

Painting, Art Toy Love, Onemizer

Onemizer

Painting . 24 x 24 x 0 cm Painting . 9.45 x 9.45 x 0.01 inch

€1,500

Painting, Grande évasion, BYC

BYC

Painting . 70 x 50 x 1 cm Painting . 27.6 x 19.7 x 0.4 inch

€5,800

Painting, Pop Liberty, Poplea

Poplea

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

€2,553

Painting, Mostru, Vince Briffa

Vince Briffa

Painting . 50 x 70 x 0.5 cm Painting . 19.7 x 27.6 x 0.2 inch

€1,100

Painting, Karton, Vladimir Velickovic

Vladimir Velickovic

Painting . 32 x 28 x 3 cm Painting . 12.6 x 11 x 1.2 inch

€4,000

Painting, Tondo 3, Marie Thivrier

Marie Thivrier

Painting . 72 x 72 x 5 cm Painting . 28.3 x 28.3 x 2 inch

€820

Painting, Remeber Me, Fredrick Idele

Fredrick Idele

Painting . 61 x 45.7 x 2.5 cm Painting . 24 x 18 x 1 inch

€1,450

Painting, Estonian island, Janis Osis

Janis Osis

Painting . 50 x 80 x 1 cm Painting . 19.7 x 31.5 x 0.4 inch

€1,560

Painting, Temptress, Michael Grine

Michael Grine

Painting . 45.7 x 61 x 0.3 cm Painting . 18 x 24 x 0.125 inch

€2,736

Painting, Stripes, Aloyzas Smilingis

Aloyzas Smilingis

Painting . 81 x 60 x 0.3 cm Painting . 31.9 x 23.6 x 0.1 inch

€3,700

Painting, Soupe de Calamars, Molo Molo

Molo Molo

Painting . 59 x 43 x 1 cm Painting . 23.2 x 16.9 x 0.4 inch

€1,500

Painting, Oner, Monsta

Monsta

Painting . 40 x 40 x 0.2 cm Painting . 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.1 inch

€1,400 €1,050

Painting, Blue, Gerard Sala

Gerard Sala

Painting . 73 x 60 x 1 cm Painting . 28.7 x 23.6 x 0.4 inch

€800

Painting, Figures, Sergio Barletta

Sergio Barletta

Painting . 25 x 33 x 0.2 cm Painting . 9.8 x 13 x 0.1 inch

€880

Painting, Untitled 12, Keta Jikia

Keta Jikia

Painting . 74 x 100 x 1 cm Painting . 29.1 x 39.4 x 0.4 inch

€500

Painting, Untitled, Jesús Casaus

Jesús Casaus

Painting . 65 x 50 cm Painting . 25.6 x 19.7 inch

€2,450

Painting, Pig, About Ponny

Pig

About Ponny

Painting . 50 x 30 x 0.01 cm Painting . 19.7 x 11.8 x 0 inch

€800

Painting, Travail aux champs, Gûo

Gûo

Painting . 48 x 58 x 0.5 cm Painting . 18.9 x 22.8 x 0.2 inch

€1,440

Painting, Female figure, Pere Pruna

Pere Pruna

Painting . 30 x 25 x 0.3 cm Painting . 11.8 x 9.8 x 0.1 inch

€1,750

Painting, Cover Book #1, Jana & JS

Jana & JS

Painting . 18.5 x 17.5 x 1 cm Painting . 7.3 x 6.9 x 0.4 inch

€850

Painting, Fragmented Bloom, Liana Ohanyan

Liana Ohanyan

Painting . 90 x 100 x 2 cm Painting . 35.4 x 39.4 x 0.8 inch

€1,368 €1,094

Painting, Untitled, Henri Michaux

Henri Michaux

Painting . 38.3 x 57 x 0.1 cm Painting . 15.1 x 22.4 x 0 inch

€24,000

Painting, Chemin des bois, F. Perloux

F. Perloux

Painting . 25 x 33.5 x 0.5 cm Painting . 9.8 x 13.2 x 0.2 inch

€1,020

Painting, Le paradis blanc, Julien Cuny

Julien Cuny

Painting . 110 x 80 x 0.3 cm Painting . 43.3 x 31.5 x 0.1 inch

€850

Painting, Not Guilty, Mr Brainwash

Mr Brainwash

Painting . 40.6 x 35.5 x 5 cm Painting . 16 x 14 x 2 inch

€17,000

Painting, La fille au bonnet, Viza

Viza

Painting . 100 x 80 x 3 cm Painting . 39.4 x 31.5 x 1.2 inch

€1,800

Painting, Casa al mare, Julius Seyler

Julius Seyler

Painting . 63 x 77 x 0.5 cm Painting . 24.8 x 30.3 x 0.2 inch

€2,415

Painting, Cranes III, Lukasz Fruczek

Lukasz Fruczek

Painting . 50 x 70 cm Painting . 19.7 x 27.6 inch

€800

Painting, Untitled, Elvira Fustero

Elvira Fustero

Painting . 50 x 65.5 cm Painting . 19.7 x 25.8 inch

€1,700

Painting, Pors scaff, Jacques Coquillay

Jacques Coquillay

Painting . 48 x 48 x 0.5 cm Painting . 18.9 x 18.9 x 0.2 inch

€1,500

Painting, Magic Hat, Saba Dolikashvili

Saba Dolikashvili

Painting . 34 x 24 x 1 cm Painting . 13.4 x 9.4 x 0.4 inch

€900

Painting, Evening, Vladimir Batrakov

Vladimir Batrakov

Painting . 24 x 34 x 2 cm Painting . 9.4 x 13.4 x 0.8 inch

€405

Painting, Tulips, Bozena Lesiak

Bozena Lesiak

Painting . 46 x 38 x 0.1 cm Painting . 18.1 x 15 x 0 inch

€900

Painting, Selfie 4, MissMe

MissMe

Painting . 58 x 50 x 1 cm Painting . 22.8 x 19.7 x 0.4 inch

€2,500 €2,000

Painting, A Small city, Piotr Fafrowicz

Piotr Fafrowicz

Painting . 46 x 55.5 x 0.1 cm Painting . 18.1 x 21.9 x 0 inch

€1,800

Painting, Bauformen, Wolfgang Leber

Wolfgang Leber

Painting . 24 x 29.8 x 0.2 cm Painting . 9.4 x 11.7 x 0.1 inch

€900

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Need help with Paintings on Cardboard ?
What type of paint is best for painting on cardboard?

Acrylic paint is the best type of paint for painting on cardboard. It dries quickly, is water-resistant, and adheres well to the surface. Additionally, it is easy to clean up with soap and water.

Can you use acrylic paint on cardboard?

Yes, acrylic paint can be used on cardboard. It is a versatile medium that adheres well to cardboard and dries quickly. However, it is important to prime the cardboard surface before painting to prevent the paint from soaking in and to ensure a smooth finish.

How do you prepare cardboard for painting?

To prepare cardboard for painting, start by cleaning it with a damp cloth to remove any dirt or debris. Then, apply a coat of gesso or primer to create a smooth surface for the paint to adhere to. Allow the primer to dry completely before painting.