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Original contemporary History artworks are unique pieces that capture historical moments in a contemporary style. These artworks can be created on various supports such as canvas, paper, wood, metal, or even digital media. The materials used to create these pieces range from traditional paints such as oil, acrylic, and watercolor, to mixed media including found objects, collage, and photography. What sets original contemporary History artworks apart is their ability to convey a story or message through a modern lens, bringing new life and relevance to historical events. These artworks can evoke a range of emotions and provoke thought, serving as a bridge between the past and present.

Painting,  41.3x41.3 in
GUARDING THIRSTY WORLDS Painting, 41.3x41.3 in
©1990 Anatolii Zhamoido

Origins and History

Contemporary History artworks emerged as a new form of artistic expression in the 20th century, reflecting the cultural, social and political changes of the time. With movements such as pop art, conceptual art and postmodernism, artists began to challenge traditional forms and narratives, creating works that questioned established ideas and values. Key figures in this movement include Andy Warhol, Jackson Pollock, and Mark Rothko, who used a variety of techniques and mediums to create their works. The history of Contemporary History artworks is marked by experimentation, innovation, and a rejection of the past. It continues to evolve and inspire new generations of artists to push the boundaries of what is possible in art. How have artists responded to political events and social change? How has technology influenced the creation and distribution of art? These are some of the questions that continue to shape the landscape of Contemporary History artworks.

Painting,  24x20 in
Droit devant Painting, 24x20 in
©2024 Tibo

Evolutions of theses works in the contemporary art market

The evolution of original contemporary History artworks has been a significant development in the art world. These works are unique in their ability to capture the essence of a particular moment in time, conveying history in a visually stunning and emotionally impactful way. The importance of these artworks in the contemporary art market cannot be overstated.

Painting,  27.6x31.5 in
The unfinished War Painting, 27.6x31.5 in
©2023 Lusine Naghdalyan

Related Famous Artists

Contemporary Artists who are well-known for their work about original contemporary history artworks are an essential part of the modern art world. These artists use their creative talent to explore and depict significant historical events, political and social issues, and cultural changes. Some of the most notable artists in this category include:

  1. Ai Weiwei - Ai is a Chinese contemporary artist who is known for his political activism and art that critiques Chinese government policies. His work often focuses on social and cultural issues such as human rights, democracy, and freedom of speech.

  2. Kara Walker - Walker is an American artist who is best known for her large-scale installations, drawings, and paintings that explore themes of race, gender, and power. Her work often challenges traditional historical narratives and representations of Black people in art.

  3. Jenny Holzer - Holzer is an American conceptual artist who is known for her use of text and light in her work. Her art often addresses political and social issues, including war, power, and gender inequality.

  4. Kehinde Wiley - Wiley is an American artist who is known for his portraits of Black people, often reimagining historical paintings with contemporary subjects. His work explores themes of identity, race, and power.

  5. Shirin Neshat - Neshat is an Iranian artist who is known for her photography, video, and film work that explores themes of identity, gender, and politics in the Middle East. Her work often challenges traditional cultural and religious norms.

These artists use their artistic skills to create thought-provoking and emotionally charged artworks that challenge our understanding of history and contemporary society. Their work is a testament to the power of art to inspire change and spark important conversations about the world we live in.

Painting,  16.1x10.6 in
PERMISSION Painting, 16.1x10.6 in
©2005 Gilles Paul Esnault

Notable original contemporary History artworks

"Guernica" by Pablo Picasso, created in 1937, depicts the horrors of the Spanish Civil War. The painting is a powerful anti-war statement, with distorted figures and screaming faces conveying the chaos and destruction caused by the bombing of the town of Guernica.

"Campbell’s Soup Cans" by Andy Warhol, created in 1962, is a series of 32 paintings of Campbell’s Soup cans. This artwork is a commentary on consumerism and mass production, as Warhol transformed the mundane soup cans into works of art.

"The Persistence of Memory" by Salvador Dali, created in 1931, is a surrealist masterpiece featuring melting clocks draped over a barren landscape. The painting represents the fluidity of time and the concept that time is subjective.

"Marilyn Diptych" by Andy Warhol, created in 1962, is a portrait of Marilyn Monroe consisting of 50 images repeated multiple times. This artwork is a commentary on the fleeting nature of celebrity and the commodification of pop culture.

"The Scream" by Edvard Munch, created in 1893, is an expressionist painting featuring a figure screaming in agony against a blood-red sky. The painting is a representation of the anxiety and despair felt by Munch during a particularly turbulent time in his life.

"American Gothic" by Grant Wood, created in 1930, features a stern-looking farmer and his daughter standing in front of their house. The painting is a celebration of rural American life and a symbol of hard work and perseverance.

"Whaam!" by Roy Lichtenstein, created in 1963, is a pop art masterpiece featuring a dramatic comic book-style depiction of an air force plane being shot down. The painting is a commentary on the glorification of war and the violence inherent in American culture.

"Starry Night" by Vincent van Gogh, created in 1889, is a post-impressionist painting featuring a swirling, dreamlike landscape. The painting is a representation of van Gogh’s inner turmoil, with the cypress tree symbolizing death and the bright stars representing hope.

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Painting titled "GUARDING THIRSTY WO…" by Anatolii Zhamoido, Original Artwork, Marker Mounted on Cardboard
GUARDING THIRSTY WORLDS - Painting, 41.3x41.3 in ©1990 by Anatolii Zhamoido - Figurative, figurative-594, Politics

Anatolii Zhamoido

"GUARDING THIRSTY WORLDS"

Marker on Cardboard | 41.3x41.3 in

$22,462
Painting titled "PERMISSION" by Gilles Paul Esnault, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Other rigid panel
PERMISSION - Painting, 16.1x10.6 in ©2005 by Gilles Paul Esnault - Classicism, classicism-933, History, paysage urbain, paysage peinture russe, paysage de neige, Saint Pétersbourg, soldats, rue enneigée, paysage russe, Russie tsariste

Gilles Paul Esnault

"PERMISSION"

Oil on Cardboard | 16.1x10.6 in

$6,175.74
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Sculpture titled "Presidential Americ…" by Lorenzo Ghiglieri, Original Artwork, Bronze
Presidential American Patriot Life Size - Sculpture, 83x73 in ©2022 by Lorenzo Ghiglieri - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, History, We The People, Presidential, Eagle, Monument, Constituiton, US Constitution, Eagle Sculpture, Lorenzo Ghiglieri, bald eagle, American Pride, High Definition, High Quality, Legacy, Nation, Article One

Lorenzo Ghiglieri

"Presidential American Patriot Life Size"

Sculpture - Bronze | 83x73 in

$145,003
Painting titled "Engloutis" by Abricodéal Îles, Original Artwork, Ink Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Engloutis - Painting, 19.7x19.7 in ©2024 by Abricodéal Îles - Spiritual Art, spiritual-art-1040, History, Encre, Conflits et guerres, Disparitions, Chouette, Visages, Mélancolies

Abricodéal Îles

"Engloutis"

Ink on Canvas | 19.7x19.7 in

$240.69
Prints available
Painting titled "Dream of Peace" by Charles Unger, Original Artwork, Oil
Dream of Peace - Painting, 31.9x39.4 in ©2021 by Charles Unger - Surrealism, surrealism-627, War, Alsace, 1870, Wissembourg, Woerth, Guerre de 1870

Charles Unger

"Dream of Peace"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 31.9x39.4 in

$1,911.06
Sculpture titled "Rhythm of Life" by Emre Aksu, Original Artwork, Metals
Rhythm of Life - Sculpture, 39.4x55.1 in ©2015 by Emre Aksu - Expressionism, expressionism-591, History, metal sculpture, metal heykel, düğüm

Emre Aksu

"Rhythm of Life"

Sculpture - Metals | 39.4x55.1 in

$23,090.24
Painting titled "Chess piece riot (Б…" by Konstantin Rudnev, Original Artwork, Oil
Chess piece riot (Бунт шахматной фигуры) - Painting, 27.6x23.6 in ©2023 by Konstantin Rudnev - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Politics, Putin, riot, chess, war, politics

Konstantin Rudnev

"Chess piece riot (Бунт шахматной фигуры)"

Oil on Canvas | 27.6x23.6 in

$1,678.14
Prints available
Painting titled "Catherine De Médicis" by Nicolas Maureau, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Catherine De Médicis - Painting, 51.2x38.2 in ©2023 by Nicolas Maureau - Figurative, figurative-594, Politics, femme, reine, catherine de medicis, célébre, histoire, france, veuve

Nicolas Maureau

"Catherine De Médicis"

Oil on Canvas | 51.2x38.2 in

$3,758.9
Painting titled "Concentration et bo…" by Bernard Moutin, Original Artwork, Acrylic
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Concentration et bombardement - Painting, 31.9x23.6 in ©2024 by Bernard Moutin - Figurative, figurative-594, War, yoga, nu, lotus, guerre, bombardement, concentration, avion, démollition

Bernard Moutin

"Concentration et bombardement"

Acrylic on Canvas | 31.9x23.6 in

$2,355.83
Prints available
Painting titled "Remnants of Heaven" by Kazi Muhammed Taki, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Remnants of Heaven - Painting, 30x24 in ©2023 by Kazi Muhammed Taki - Abstract, abstract-570, War, Abstract, Palestinians, Palestine, free Palestine, free Palestinians, call for ceasefire, from the river to the sea, humanity, save humanity, kindness

Kazi Muhammed Taki

"Remnants of Heaven"

Acrylic on Canvas | 30x24 in

$1,760.28
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Painting titled "Prévention bis" by Nusch, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
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Prévention bis - Painting, 13x16.1 in ©2023 by Nusch - Figurative, figurative-594, Politics, octobre rose, cancer, prevention, sein, santé, poitrine

Nusch

"Prévention bis"

Acrylic on Canvas | 13x16.1 in

$340.51
Prints available
Drawing titled "Perception war" by Stephan B. Reisig, Original Artwork, Pencil
Perception war - Drawing, 39.8x26.2 in ©2021 by Stephan B. Reisig - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Politics

Stephan B. Reisig

"Perception war"

Pencil on Paper | 39.8x26.2 in

$3,895
Painting titled "Droit devant" by Tibo, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Droit devant - Painting, 24x20 in ©2024 by Tibo - Abstract, abstract-570, War, marche, guerre, misère, noir

Tibo

"Droit devant"

Acrylic on Canvas | 24x20 in

$773.35
Printmaking titled "Alesia" by Gabriele Montani, Original Artwork, Monotype
Alesia - Printmaking, 19.7x23.2 in ©2016 by Gabriele Montani - Abstract, abstract-570, War

Gabriele Montani

"Alesia"

Printmaking on Paper | 19.7x23.2 in

$536.83
Painting titled "Dissonance & Aparth…" by Bent, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Dissonance & Apartheid - Painting, 40x40 in ©2024 by Bent - Abstract, abstract-570, Politics, Acrylique, Béton, Palestine, grand format, abstraction, politique internationale

Bent

"Dissonance & Apartheid"

Acrylic on Canvas | 40x40 in

$4,356.11
Prints available
Sculpture titled "les ombres (R24)" by Henry Pouillon, Original Artwork, Cement
les ombres (R24) - Sculpture, 5.9x5.9 in ©2021 by Henry Pouillon - Expressionism, expressionism-591, War

Henry Pouillon

"les ombres (R24)"

Sculpture - Cement | 5.9x5.9 in

$646.63
Painting titled "Bonaparte au pont d…" by Liopxp, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Bonaparte au pont d’arcole par Antonorsi - Painting, 39.4x28.7 in ©2019 by Liopxp - Illustration, illustration-600, War, histoire

Liopxp

"Bonaparte au pont d’arcole par Antonorsi"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x28.7 in

On Request Prints from $32.62
Painting titled "ALIMENTATION GÉNÉRA…" by Hugues Matumona, Original Artwork, Acrylic
ALIMENTATION GÉNÉRALE - Painting, 19.7x15.8 in ©2024 by Hugues Matumona - Naive Art, naive-art-948, Politics

Hugues Matumona

"ALIMENTATION GÉNÉRALE"

Acrylic on Canvas | 19.7x15.8 in

$509.1
Sculpture titled "The Fight for Life" by Mahesh Chathuranga Ekanayake, Original Artwork, Resin
The Fight for Life - Sculpture, 36x20 in ©2022 by Mahesh Chathuranga Ekanayake - Outsider Art, outsider-art-1044, War, Copper Sculpture, Ornaments in Metal, Metal Sculpture, Home Decor, Home Design, Interior Design, Interior Design Ideas, Sculpture, Bedroom Design

Mahesh Chathuranga Ekanayake

"The Fight for Life"

Sculpture - Resin | 36x20 in

$2,760
Painting titled "the sun and the gold" by Ak Douglas, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
the sun and the gold - Painting, 11.4x11.4 in ©2017 by Ak Douglas - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, History, painting, yellow, gold, tondo, round painting, mixed medium, canvas, architecture, temple, spritual, cosmic, classical, landscape, lines, sky, mystry, contemporary, indian, global

Ak Douglas

"the sun and the gold"

Acrylic on Canvas | 11.4x11.4 in

$1,190.56
Painting titled "Salve Joana D'Arc" by Vera Borges, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Salve Joana D'Arc - Painting, 31.5x23.6 in ©2021 by Vera Borges - Figurative, figurative-594, History, Joana D'Arc, Feminismo, Empoderamento, coragem, resiliência, Fé, resistência

Vera Borges

"Salve Joana D'Arc"

Acrylic on Canvas | 31.5x23.6 in

$907.33
Digital Arts titled "Caviar" by Edith Donc, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Caviar - Digital Arts, 8.3x11.4 in ©2024 by Edith Donc - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Politics, bénéfice, argent, guerre, caviar, peinture expressioniste

Edith Donc

"Caviar"

Digital Arts | 8.3x11.4 in

$189.66
Painting titled "LOVE BOMB." by Segutoart, Original Artwork, Spray paint Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
LOVE BOMB. - Painting, 19.7x19.7 in ©2024 by Segutoart - Pop Art, pop-art-615, War, bomba, granada, paz, amor, verde, soldados

Segutoart

"LOVE BOMB."

Spray paint on Canvas | 19.7x19.7 in

$905.06
Painting titled "The choice between…" by Gela Mikava, Original Artwork, Oil
The choice between Jesus and Barabbas - Painting, 23.6x31.5 in ©2015 by Gela Mikava - Classicism, classicism-933, History, Jesus and Barabbas, oil, canvas, religion

Gela Mikava

"The choice between Jesus and Barabbas"

Oil on Canvas | 23.6x31.5 in

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Painting titled "The unfinished War" by Lusine Naghdalyan, Original Artwork, Digital Painting
The unfinished War - Painting, 27.6x31.5 in ©2023 by Lusine Naghdalyan - Politics, Art, Digitalart, Contemporaryart, War, Armenia

Lusine Naghdalyan

"The unfinished War"

Digital Painting on Canvas | 27.6x31.5 in

$5,196.36
Painting titled "Legge delle cinque…" by Oksana Zaskotska, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Legge delle cinque spighe - Painting, 35.4x27.6 in ©2023 by Oksana Zaskotska - Figurative, figurative-594, History, arte racconta storia, momenti storici, olio su tela, ritratto della donna, belle donne, arte da collezione, storia d'arte, storie sanguinose, arte contemporanea, quadri costosi

Oksana Zaskotska

"Legge delle cinque spighe"

Oil on Canvas | 35.4x27.6 in

$2,964.75
Prints available
Painting titled "Umweltkonferenz" by Rebeka, Original Artwork, Oil
Umweltkonferenz - Painting, 39.4x47.2 in ©2024 by Rebeka - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Politics, Mensch, Konferenz, Natur, Unwelt, Planen, Fantasieren

Rebeka

"Umweltkonferenz"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x47.2 in

$2,313.68
Painting titled "Abstracted bodies (…" by Dariusz Romanowski, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Abstracted bodies ( wall ) - Painting, 63.2x35.5 in ©1996 by Dariusz Romanowski - Expressionism, expressionism-591, War, bodies, abstract, death, oil, expressive, blackandwhite

Dariusz Romanowski

"Abstracted bodies ( wall )"

Acrylic on MDF Board | 63.2x35.5 in

$13,124.25
Painting titled "Sem Título II" by Carla Gonçalves, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Sem Título II - Painting, 13.4x20.9 in ©2024 by Carla Gonçalves - Expressionism, expressionism-591, History, painting; art

Carla Gonçalves

"Sem Título II"

Acrylic on Paper | 13.4x20.9 in

$354.93
Prints available
Painting titled "Машина времени" by Viacheslav Shustov, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Машина времени - Painting, 39.4x54.3 in ©2018 by Viacheslav Shustov - Symbolism, symbolism-1020, History, время, движение, рим, развалины, машина, вино, мечь

Viacheslav Shustov

"Машина времени"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x54.3 in

$5,045.51
Prints available
Sculpture titled "Tired Angel: Prayer…" by Leo Adam (Leonid Shatsylo), Original Artwork, Bronze
Tired Angel: Prayer for Peace in Ukraine - Sculpture, 9.5x3.2 in ©2024 by Leo Adam (Leonid Shatsylo) - Spiritual Art, spiritual-art-1040, War

Leo Adam (Leonid Shatsylo)

"Tired Angel: Prayer for Peace in Ukraine"

Sculpture - Bronze | 9.5x3.2 in

$1,941.01
Painting titled "La propaganda" by Andrea Gedl, Original Artwork, Oil
La propaganda - Painting, 39.4x27.6 in ©2023 by Andrea Gedl - Symbolism, symbolism-1020, War, Krieg, Baby Yoda, Waffen, Kriegspropaganda, Landschaft

Andrea Gedl

"La propaganda"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x27.6 in

$2,592.08
Painting titled "Ville de rats" by Gauthier Joyeux, Original Artwork, Ink
Ville de rats - Painting, 23.6x19.7 in ©2023 by Gauthier Joyeux - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Politics

Gauthier Joyeux

"Ville de rats"

Ink on Paper | 23.6x19.7 in

$250.67
Painting titled "Les maux bleus" by Cyril Duclot, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Les maux bleus - Painting, 23.6x35.4 in ©2024 by Cyril Duclot - Illustration, illustration-600, Politics

Cyril Duclot

"Les maux bleus"

Acrylic on Canvas | 23.6x35.4 in

$1,096.95
Painting titled "Uten navn" by Aleksandr Tkachenko, Original Artwork, Watercolor
Uten navn - Painting, 18.1x13.4 in ©2024 by Aleksandr Tkachenko - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, War

Aleksandr Tkachenko

"Uten navn"

Watercolor on Paper | 18.1x13.4 in

$2,298.15
Prints available
Painting titled "History of ancient…" by Sharif-Al-Masudur Rahman, Original Artwork, Acrylic
History of ancient civilizations - Painting, 16.1x35.8 in ©2019 by Sharif-Al-Masudur Rahman - Abstract, abstract-570, History, Ancient History, Archeological History, History of Civilization, Acrylic on Paper, Abstract, Figurative Abstract, Art through the ages, Figurative, Symbolic, Spiritual, Story

Sharif-Al-Masudur Rahman

"History of ancient civilizations"

Acrylic on Paper | 16.1x35.8 in

$2,136.22
Prints available

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