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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,  59.1x42.9 in
STAREDOWN Painting, 59.1x42.9 in
©2023 Andrei Terehov

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.

Collages,  27.6x39.4 in
Monoliths Collages, 27.6x39.4 in
©2023 Ann Tsarykovska

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.

Textile Art
Au bois dormant 2 Textile Art
©2024 Fabienne Rubin

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,  24x30 in
Martins assasination Painting, 24x30 in
©2024 Cyril Harris

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 "STAREDOWN" by Andrei Terehov, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Other rigid panel
STAREDOWN - Painting, 59.1x42.9 in ©2023 by Andrei Terehov - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, War, woodart, wallart, mosaic art, david, contemporary art, acrylic paint

Andrei Terehov

"STAREDOWN"

Acrylic on Wood | 59.1x42.9 in

$12,483.63
Painting titled "Martins assasination" by Cyril Harris, Original Artwork, Oil
Martins assasination - Painting, 24x30 in ©2024 by Cyril Harris - Illustration, illustration-600, Politics, mlk jr, Martin Luther King Jr, civil rights, black art, African American art, black history, black artist

Cyril Harris

"Martins assasination"

Oil on Canvas | 24x30 in

$6,347
Prints available
Photography titled "who polices the pol…" by Miles Astray, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
who polices the police - Photography, 11.8x11.8 in ©2020 by Miles Astray - Politics, montreal, quebec, canada, north america, urban, street, street photography, activism, politics, protest, demonstration, BLM, black lives matter, candid, square, police, man, people, city, asphalt

Miles Astray

"who polices the police"

Photography | 11.8x11.8 in

$282.25
Painting titled "'Erbarme Dich'" by Geert Jager, Original Artwork, Acrylic
'Erbarme Dich' - Painting, 39.4x55.1 in ©2023 by Geert Jager - Spiritual Art, spiritual-art-1040, War

Geert Jager

"'Erbarme Dich'"

Acrylic on Linen Canvas | 39.4x55.1 in

$1,703.36
Prints available
Painting titled "Melody of people" by Loi Duc (DucloiArt), Original Artwork, Oil
Melody of people - Painting, 35.4x63 in ©2023 by Loi Duc (DucloiArt) - Abstract, abstract-570, War, ducloiart, loiartist, contempraryart, oilpainting, vietnamcontemporaryart

Loi Duc (DucloiArt)

"Melody of people"

Oil on Canvas | 35.4x63 in

$15,391
Painting titled "Tafouk" by Louiza Harairia, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Tafouk - Painting, 39.4x31.5 in ©2023 by Louiza Harairia - Abstract, abstract-570, Politics

Louiza Harairia

"Tafouk"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x31.5 in

$2,655.53
Sculpture titled "Le Songeur" by Dedalus_ad, Original Artwork, Stone
Le Songeur - Sculpture, 15.8x15.8 in ©2020 by Dedalus_ad - Figurative, figurative-594, History, songeur, rêveur, moyen-âge, médiéval, penseur

Dedalus_ad

"Le Songeur"

Sculpture - Stone | 15.8x15.8 in

$876.39
Digital Arts titled "CCCP Board" by Lascaz, Original Artwork, Digital Painting
CCCP Board - Digital Arts, 31.5x7.9 in ©2023 by Lascaz - Pop Art, pop-art-615, Politics, pop art, skateboard, tableau

Lascaz

"CCCP Board"

Digital Arts | 31.5x7.9 in

$437.1
Painting titled "REPRODUCCIÓN DE LA…" by Eva Torres, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
REPRODUCCIÓN DE LA JOVEN DE LA PERLA - Painting, 18.1x15 in ©2018 by Eva Torres - Figurative, figurative-594, History, Barrocoholandés, reproducción histórica, joven de la perla

Eva Torres

"REPRODUCCIÓN DE LA JOVEN DE LA PERLA"

Oil on Canvas | 18.1x15 in

$4,965.12
Printmaking titled "Fetish 093" by Richard G. Ramsdell, Original Artwork, Digital Print
Fetish 093 - Printmaking, 11x17 in ©2020 by Richard G. Ramsdell - Pop Art, pop-art-615, History, photography, daguerreotype, fetish, desire

Richard G. Ramsdell

"Fetish 093"

Printmaking on Paper | 11x17 in

$394
Painting titled "Samourai" by Renée Tortet, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Samourai - Painting, 16.1x12.2 in ©2023 by Renée Tortet - Surrealism, surrealism-627, War, samourai, guerre, épée, bleu, acrylique, surréaliste

Renée Tortet

"Samourai"

Acrylic on Paper | 16.1x12.2 in

$244.91
Painting titled "Le sculpteur" by Daniel Schaub, Original Artwork, Oil
Le sculpteur - Painting, 25.2x21.3 in ©2023 by Daniel Schaub - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Politics, police, cop, sculpteur, rocher, marbre, violence, policier

Daniel Schaub

"Le sculpteur"

Oil on Canvas | 25.2x21.3 in

$3,014.65
Prints available
Collages titled "Monoliths" by Ann Tsarykovska, Original Artwork, Watercolor
Monoliths - Collages, 27.6x39.4 in ©2023 by Ann Tsarykovska - Figurative, figurative-594, War, people, ukraine, trees, sky, war, surrealism, fineart, figurative, collage, human, monoliths, aquarelle, landscape, modern, blue

Ann Tsarykovska

"Monoliths"

Collages on Cardboard | 27.6x39.4 in

Not For Sale
Painting titled "Cleopatra VII Thea…" by D-Marko-O, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Cleopatra VII Thea Philopator - Painting, 27.6x19.7 in ©2019 by D-Marko-O - Classicism, classicism-933, History, EGYPT, ALEXANDRIA, PLOLEMY, ALEXANDER THE GREAT, GREECE, GREEK

D-Marko-O

"Cleopatra VII Thea Philopator"

Acrylic on Canvas | 27.6x19.7 in

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Painting titled "Nica" by Alexander Chalovsky, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Nica - Painting, 72.8x55.1 in ©2021 by Alexander Chalovsky - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, History, Painting, Acrylic art, Mixed media, Fine art, Human body

Alexander Chalovsky

"Nica"

Acrylic on Canvas | 72.8x55.1 in

$11,520.47
$10,422.24
Prints available
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

$22,863.04
Painting titled "When the Ukrainian…" by Nina Fedotova, Original Artwork, Oil
When the Ukrainian sun will rise - Painting, 19.7x27.6 in ©2023 by Nina Fedotova - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, History, sun will rise, Ukrainian, yellow, red, people, minimalism, surrealism, conceptual, freedom, good

Nina Fedotova

"When the Ukrainian sun will rise"

Oil on Canvas | 19.7x27.6 in

$528.25
Prints available
Collages titled ""L'éveil de la Chin…" by Dominique Kerkhove (DomKcollage), Original Artwork, Collages Mounted on Wood Stret…
"L'éveil de la Chine : De la Terreur Jaune à la Beauté Rouge - Collages, 65x47.2 in ©2013 by Dominique Kerkhove (DomKcollage) - Figurative, figurative-594, Politics, chine, madereadybydomkcollage, collage, torn paper, art contemporain, collagewave, collageaffichesarrachées, artmodern, decoration, 艺术作品, artmajeur, paper art, artfiguratif

Dominique Kerkhove (DomKcollage)

""L'éveil de la Chine : De la Terreur Jaune à la Beauté Rouge"

Collages on Fabric | 65x47.2 in

On Request
Painting titled "Euromaidan" by Sergei Andreev, Original Artwork, Oil
Euromaidan - Painting, 39.4x31.5 in ©2014 by Sergei Andreev - Surrealism, surrealism-627, War, Robot, Superman, Anov bomb

Sergei Andreev

"Euromaidan"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x31.5 in

$3,708.09
Drawing titled "Le dernier jour" by Thierry Pujalte, Original Artwork, Ballpoint pen Mounted on Glass
Le dernier jour - Drawing, 19.7x27.6 in ©2024 by Thierry Pujalte - Figurative, figurative-594, War

Thierry Pujalte

"Le dernier jour"

Ballpoint pen on Paper | 19.7x27.6 in

$563.39
Prints available
Painting titled "USS TEXAS (BB-35) i…" by Volodymyr Glukhomanyuk, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Cardboard
USS TEXAS (BB-35) in dry dock - Painting, 35.4x31.5 in ©2023 by Volodymyr Glukhomanyuk - Impressionism, impressionism-603, War, USS Texas, Battleship, Dreadnought, USA, Navy War Ship, Navy Painting, Marine Art, Maritime Art, Dry Dock Yard, Custom Painting, Town City, BB-35

Volodymyr Glukhomanyuk

"USS TEXAS (BB-35) in dry dock"

Oil on Canvas | 35.4x31.5 in

$5,100
Prints available
Drawing titled "Un milione di Euro…" by Marco Zautzik, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Un milione di Euro - Arte è energia che va oltre quel tot - Drawing, 11.8x15.8 in ©2014 by Marco Zautzik - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Politics, art, arte, quadro, arteèenergia, oltrequeltot, acrilico, collage, unmilionedieuro, zautzik

Marco Zautzik

"Un milione di Euro - Arte è energia che va oltre quel tot"

Acrylic on Canvas | 11.8x15.8 in

On Request
Painting titled "Le bois de la Gruer…" by Félix Vallotton, Original Artwork, Oil
Le bois de la Gruerie et le ravin des Meurissons - Painting, 28.5x54.1 in ©1917 by Félix Vallotton - Impressionism, impressionism-603, War, bois, Gruerie, Ravin, Meurissons, Première guerre mondiale, paysage, désert, troncs écorchés

Félix Vallotton

"Le bois de la Gruerie et le ravin des Meurissons"

Oil | 28.5x54.1 in

Prints Museum Quality from $26.92
Digital Arts titled "Guerriero spartano" by Vasiliki Trocheila, Original Artwork, Digital Painting
Guerriero spartano - Digital Arts ©2023 by Vasiliki Trocheila - Illustration, illustration-600, War

Vasiliki Trocheila

"Guerriero spartano"

Digital Arts | Several sizes

Available from $26.92
Textile Art titled "Au bois dormant 2" by Fabienne Rubin, Original Artwork, Thread Mounted on Cardboard
Au bois dormant 2 - Textile Art ©2024 by Fabienne Rubin - Symbolism, symbolism-1020, Politics

Fabienne Rubin

"Au bois dormant 2"

Textile Art on Paper

Not For Sale
Painting titled "in folio II" by Ilgvars Zalans, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
in folio II - Painting, 19.7x15.8 in ©2024 by Ilgvars Zalans - Abstract, abstract-570, History, folio, history, old, files

Ilgvars Zalans

"in folio II"

Acrylic on Canvas | 19.7x15.8 in

$1,283.84
Prints available
Photography titled "Expérimentation #12…" by Olivier Pasquiers, Original Artwork, Non Manipulated Photography
Expérimentation #12, l'abbaye de la Grainetière, Vendée - Photography, 16.5x23.6 in ©2024 by Olivier Pasquiers - Figurative, figurative-594, History, Abbaye, ruine, religion, catholique, monument, historique, histoire, noir et blanc, gravure

Olivier Pasquiers

"Expérimentation #12, l'abbaye de la Grainetière, Vendée"

Photography | 16.5x23.6 in

$867.6
Painting titled "Stress" by Carl Bergeron-Bernier (CBB), Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Stress - Painting, 36x30 in ©2023 by Carl Bergeron-Bernier (CBB) - Abstract, abstract-570, War, stress, santé mental, ptsd, tspt

Carl Bergeron-Bernier (CBB)

"Stress"

Acrylic on Canvas | 36x30 in

$1,185.6
Painting titled "Apocalypse today" by Andrii Davydenko, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Apocalypse today - Painting, 70.9x70.9 in ©2022 by Andrii Davydenko - Figurative, figurative-594, War, Portrait, oil, acrylic, spray, geometry, goats, man, landskape

Andrii Davydenko

"Apocalypse today"

Oil on Canvas | 70.9x70.9 in

$3,242
Prints available
Photography titled "FREE GAZA MARS. 2024" by Dav, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
FREE GAZA MARS. 2024 - Photography ©2024 by Dav - Street Art, street-art-624, Politics

Dav

"FREE GAZA MARS. 2024"

Photography

Not For Sale
Painting titled "Fugitive" by Luro, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Fugitive - Painting, 15.8x11.8 in ©2023 by Luro - Expressionism, expressionism-591, War, Fear, war, desoeration, painting on canvans, oil colors, portrait, feelings

Luro

"Fugitive"

Oil on Canvas | 15.8x11.8 in

$1,139.97
Painting titled "Bitwa morska colory…" by Marek Izydorczyk, Original Artwork, Oil
Bitwa morska coloryzmu - Painting, 19.7x27.6 in ©2021 by Marek Izydorczyk - Impressionism, impressionism-603, War

Marek Izydorczyk

"Bitwa morska coloryzmu"

Oil on Canvas | 19.7x27.6 in

$7,679.37
Photography titled "La Scène" by Luz, Original Artwork, Analog photography
La Scène - Photography, 39.4x59.1 in ©2005 by Luz - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, History, Léonard de Vinci, mise en scène, caricature, scène mythique, religion

Luz

"La Scène"

Photography | 39.4x59.1 in

$3,178.29
Photography titled "Marbles of Acropolis" by Theofilos Koutroumanis, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
Marbles of Acropolis - Photography ©2018 by Theofilos Koutroumanis - Classicism, classicism-933, History, marbles, monument, acropolis, ancient greece, civilization, athens, history, b&w, architecture, culture, photography, remains

Theofilos Koutroumanis

"Marbles of Acropolis"

Photography | Several sizes

Available from $214.50
Drawing titled "REPUBLIQUE TA MERE" by Chachagrafitero, Original Artwork, Ink
REPUBLIQUE TA MERE - Drawing, 43.3x29.5 in ©2023 by Chachagrafitero - Street Art, street-art-624, Politics, république

Chachagrafitero

"REPUBLIQUE TA MERE"

Ink on Paper | 43.3x29.5 in

$1,086.15
Prints available
Painting titled "Антивоенная картина." by Chuzhik, Original Artwork, Oil
Антивоенная картина. - Painting, 15.9x24 in ©2023 by Chuzhik - Figurative, figurative-594, War, anti war, still life

Chuzhik

"Антивоенная картина."

Oil on MDF Board | 15.9x24 in

$2,278.99

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