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This intricately pattern painting, Blue Burst Fan (1979), playfully brings together the traditions of decorative and fine arts. Miriam Shapiro (1923 – 2015) cultivated this approach as a key figure of the Pattern and Decoration movement, drawing on myriad textiles ranging from those related to her Russian Jewish heritage to Japanese Kimonos.
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Sweeping abstract flows of paint drench torsos and limbs in Illana Savdie’s Cow (2023), sowing perceptual confusion. The effect on the viewer is placelessness and near-disorientation, which the artist uses to disrupt power dynamics. She allows multiple cultural, contexts and inheritances to simultaneously smash into and balance one another, resulting in entirely new formations. Continue reading Modern Art Monday Presents: Cow By Illana Savdie
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Swiss-born, New York–based artist Ugo Rondinone has long been known for creating works that blur the line between the natural and the spiritual, the playful and the profound. His recent small sculpture, blue pink nun (2025), is part of his ongoing Nuns + Monks series — a body of work that distills human form into cloaked, meditative figures rendered in stone and painted in bold, unexpected color combinations.
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Abstract, geometric representations of colorful flowers from the rose and carnation families exemplify an interest in floral and decorative patterns in Beatriz Milhazes’ painting, The Carnation and The Rose (2000). The large circular flower in the background is inspired by the delicate lacelike designs of crochet cloths she saw in her grandmother’s home as a child.
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Art has the power to transform spaces and stir emotions. Unlike traditional styles with precise subjects, abstract art focuses on colors, shapes, and textures to evoke unique feelings. Whether in a living room, office, or bedroom, these pieces capture attention and spark conversation, offering a deeper, more personal connection with art.
Abstract art paintings instantly capture attention, serving as bold focal points or subtle complements in any space. With vibrant colors, flowing lines, and intricate forms, they transform blank walls into dynamic expressions of creativity and emotion. Their versatility allows them to enhance the atmosphere as a centerpiece or a harmonious addition, making a powerful statement in any room.
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