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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,  17.5x17.5 in
Samurai Painting, 17.5x17.5 in
©2024 Waynester

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,  38.2x51.2 in
Rugby à 7 Painting, 38.2x51.2 in
©2024 Michael Hebert

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,  35.4x23.6 in
Destiny Painting, 35.4x23.6 in
©2024 Mokhinur Fakhri

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,  31.5x35.4 in
Resignation Painting, 31.5x35.4 in
©2022 Maria Petroff

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 "Samurai" by Waynester, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Samurai - Painting, 17.5x17.5 in ©2024 by Waynester - Surrealism, surrealism-627, War, warrior, shogun, samurai, horse, battle, graffiti, street art, urban, japan, asia, ninja

Waynester

"Samurai"

Oil on Canvas | 17.5x17.5 in

$1,704
Painting titled "Resignation" by Maria Petroff, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Resignation - Painting, 31.5x35.4 in ©2022 by Maria Petroff - Figurative, figurative-594, Politics, prime minister, Boris Johnson, Mario Draghi, Angela Merkel, theater, muppets

Maria Petroff

"Resignation"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 31.5x35.4 in

$4,632
Painting titled "Mater dolorosa" by Hector O'Kanin, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Mater dolorosa - Painting, 33.1x29.9 in ©2024 by Hector O'Kanin - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Politics

Hector O'Kanin

"Mater dolorosa"

Acrylic on Other substrate | 33.1x29.9 in

$1,527.12
Painting titled """Schizophrenia""" by Arman Ohanyan, Original Artwork, Oil
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""Schizophrenia"" - Painting, 23.6x19.7 in ©2024 by Arman Ohanyan - Surrealism, surrealism-627, War

Arman Ohanyan

"""Schizophrenia"""

Oil on Canvas | 23.6x19.7 in

$2,454.03
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Painting titled "Hypatia" by Efka, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
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Hypatia - Painting, 23.6x36.2 in ©2024 by Efka - Symbolism, symbolism-1020, History, hypatie, philosophie, tablette, livre, liseuse

Efka

"Hypatia"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 23.6x36.2 in

$2,745.28
Painting titled "Душа Франциска 1" by Anatol Podufaloff, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Душа Франциска 1 - Painting, 15.4x21.7 in ©2023 by Anatol Podufaloff - Hyperrealism, hyperrealism-612, History, Франция, Замок, Парусник, Лебедь

Anatol Podufaloff

"Душа Франциска 1"

Acrylic on Canvas | 15.4x21.7 in

$2,214.83
Painting titled "Our Planet" by Bonsanthy, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Cardboard
Our Planet - Painting, 23.6x19.7 in ©2024 by Bonsanthy - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Politics

Bonsanthy

"Our Planet"

Acrylic on Canvas | 23.6x19.7 in

$2,446.28
Drawing titled "jardin" by Philippe Guénot, Original Artwork, Pastel
jardin - Drawing, 19.7x25.6 in ©2022 by Philippe Guénot - Expressionism, expressionism-591, War, jardin

Philippe Guénot

"jardin"

Pastel on Paper | 19.7x25.6 in

$1,740.85
Collages titled "Plonger vers une vi…" by Richard Raveen Chester, Original Artwork, Collages
Plonger vers une vie meilleure - Collages, 19x13 in ©2024 by Richard Raveen Chester - Abstract, abstract-570, History, voyages, dangers, obstacles, confrontations, migration, souffrance, ephémère, abstraction, espoir, vision

Richard Raveen Chester

"Plonger vers une vie meilleure"

Collages on Paper | 19x13 in

$439.64
Sculpture titled "Raped" by Yuliia Khovbosha, Original Artwork, Clay
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Raped - Sculpture, 6.7x8.7 in ©2022 by Yuliia Khovbosha - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, War, war women art, war crimes, war survivors sculpture, femininity war art, orchid symbolism art, anti-violence sculpture, women's rights, violated women art, flame sculpture, female war survivors, bloody flowers, female vulnerability, anti-war feminist sculpture, female resilience artwork, polymer clay flower sculpture, war impact on women art, tribute to war victims, violence against women, women rights in conflict zones, voice for violated women

Yuliia Khovbosha

"Raped"

Sculpture - Clay | 6.7x8.7 in

$1,993
Painting titled "C'est la Guerre" by Anne Malvy, Original Artwork, Pastel
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C'est la Guerre - Painting, 41.3x31.5 in ©2023 by Anne Malvy - Expressionism, expressionism-591, War, guerre, pastel, fusain, homme, nu, masque à gaz, révolver, dessin, peinture au pastel, pastel sec

Anne Malvy

"C'est la Guerre"

Pastel on Paper | 41.3x31.5 in

$2,894.78
Drawing titled "The face of war." by Ihor Miroshnycnenko (Miro), Original Artwork, Ink
The face of war. - Drawing, 16.1x12.6 in ©2024 by Ihor Miroshnycnenko (Miro) - Expressionism, expressionism-591, War, soldier, war, death, doom, expressionism, devil, demon, fiend, Belial, murder, blood

Ihor Miroshnycnenko (Miro)

"The face of war."

Ink on Paper | 16.1x12.6 in

$1,101.88
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Painting titled "Rugby à 7" by Michael Hebert, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Rugby à 7 - Painting, 38.2x51.2 in ©2024 by Michael Hebert - Pop Art, pop-art-615, War, Jeux olympiques, rugby, bataille moyen âge, cheval, guerre

Michael Hebert

"Rugby à 7"

Acrylic on Linen Canvas | 38.2x51.2 in

$3,411.46
Painting titled "Houli" by Awe Haiwe, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Other rigid panel
Houli - Painting, 78.7x110.2 in ©2023 by Awe Haiwe - Hyperrealism, hyperrealism-612, War

Awe Haiwe

"Houli"

Acrylic on Canvas | 78.7x110.2 in

$11,424.55
Painting titled "War is a crime" by Carlos Pequito, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Panel
War is a crime - Painting, 39.4x27.6 in ©2024 by Carlos Pequito - Abstract, abstract-570, War, Génocide, Guerre, Extermination

Carlos Pequito

"War is a crime"

Acrylic on Wood | 39.4x27.6 in

$2,890.58
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Painting titled "Macron" by Ewa Hewelt, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Macron - Painting, 23.6x23.6 in ©2024 by Ewa Hewelt - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Politics

Ewa Hewelt

"Macron"

Acrylic on Other substrate | 23.6x23.6 in

$1,842.74
Painting titled "Rage" by Timothy Colomer, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Rage - Painting, 36x24 in ©2024 by Timothy Colomer - Expressionism, expressionism-591, War, military conflict art, dramatic war painting, battlefront portrayl, striking war imagery, intense combat art, gripping military illustration, heroic war painting, rage, emotional painting, symbolic war painting, PTSD

Timothy Colomer

"Rage"

Acrylic on Canvas | 36x24 in

$2,347
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Painting titled "The price of life" by Anna Pershneva, Original Artwork, Pastel
The price of life - Painting, 23.6x31.5 in ©2024 by Anna Pershneva - Hyperrealism, hyperrealism-612, War, Historical portrait, historical scene, scenes from the past, emotional art, dramatic scene, history painting, tragedy, man and horse, emotional picture

Anna Pershneva

"The price of life"

Pastel on Paper | 23.6x31.5 in

$1,844.81
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Drawing titled "RENCONTRE DE TEANO…" by Gérard Esquerre, Original Artwork, Conté
RENCONTRE DE TEANO (Statue équestre) - Drawing, 39.4x51.2 in ©2024 by Gérard Esquerre - Expressionism, expressionism-591, History

Gérard Esquerre

"RENCONTRE DE TEANO (Statue équestre)"

Conté on Paper | 39.4x51.2 in

$2,080.83
Painting titled "Sketching of Parent…" by Paul Cheng, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Sketching of Parents Memories - Painting, 20x24 in ©2024 by Paul Cheng - Impressionism, impressionism-603, History, oil, old picture, childhood memories, artwork

Paul Cheng

"Sketching of Parents Memories"

Oil on Canvas | 20x24 in

$1,613
Digital Arts titled "le mensonge "swarth…" by Masa Zodros, Original Artwork, Digital Painting
le mensonge "swarthy" - Digital Arts, 51.2x39.4 in ©2024 by Masa Zodros - Figurative, figurative-594, History

Masa Zodros

"le mensonge "swarthy""

Digital Arts | 51.2x39.4 in

$4,295.66
Painting titled "parking Utopia" by Jean-Pierre Piccin, Original Artwork, Acrylic
parking Utopia - Painting, 28.7x36.2 in ©2023 by Jean-Pierre Piccin - Abstract, abstract-570, Politics

Jean-Pierre Piccin

"parking Utopia"

Acrylic on Canvas | 28.7x36.2 in

$1,799.55
Painting titled "Henri III ..." by Laurent Mangepapier, Original Artwork, Watercolor
Henri III ... - Painting, 11.8x11.8 in ©2023 by Laurent Mangepapier - Naive Art, naive-art-948, History, laurent mangepapier, henri III, henri 3, symbolisme

Laurent Mangepapier

"Henri III ..."

Watercolor on Paper | 11.8x11.8 in

$1,748.61
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Collages titled "Vies en vue - moyen…" by Ln Le Cheviller, Original Artwork, Collages
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Vies en vue - moyen - 2 - Collages, 13.8x19.7 in ©2024 by Ln Le Cheviller - Figurative, figurative-594, War, guerre, armes, armement, silhouettes, enfants, paysages, collage, noir et blanc, lnlecheviller

Ln Le Cheviller

"Vies en vue - moyen - 2"

Collages on Paper | 13.8x19.7 in

$299
Painting titled "Destiny" by Mokhinur Fakhri, Original Artwork, Oil
Destiny - Painting, 35.4x23.6 in ©2024 by Mokhinur Fakhri - Figurative, figurative-594, Politics, puppet, fantoche, destin, African American, thread, blue background, fond bleu, homme, male, portrait of male, black person, afro américain, main

Mokhinur Fakhri

"Destiny"

Oil on Canvas | 35.4x23.6 in

$4,540.4
Prints available
Painting titled "Warrior" by Ahmed Shahabuddin, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Warrior - Painting, 39.4x31.9 in ©1987 by Ahmed Shahabuddin - Expressionism, expressionism-591, War

Ahmed Shahabuddin

"Warrior"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x31.9 in

$18,306.66
Painting titled "Death to enemies"" by Vladislav Zdor, Original Artwork, Oil
Death to enemies" - Painting, 86.6x57.1 in ©2024 by Vladislav Zdor - Impressionism, impressionism-603, War, живопись, масло, реализм, война, украина, oil, oil painting, impressionism, academic art, realistic, history, history painting, ukrainian, revolution, moderm painting, soldier, war, war history, pintura, traditional

Vladislav Zdor

"Death to enemies""

Oil on Linen Canvas | 86.6x57.1 in

$11,395.29
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Painting titled "White Shirt, Black…" by Bogdan Pilatowicz, Original Artwork, Oil
White Shirt, Black Heart - Painting, 35.4x27.6 in ©2022 by Bogdan Pilatowicz - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Politics, politik, wirtschaft, geselschaft, blau, architektur

Bogdan Pilatowicz

"White Shirt, Black Heart"

Oil on Canvas | 35.4x27.6 in

$3,000.8
Painting titled "Le trou sans fin (…" by Daniel Schaub, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Le trou sans fin ( tableau primé 3x internationalement ) - Painting, 45.5x31.7 in ©2021 by Daniel Schaub - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Politics, surrealism, oilpainting, bird, house, locomotive, train, painter, france, paris, fyp, schaub, danielschaub, danschaub, prize, prized, pencil, forêt, maison, arbres, oiseau

Daniel Schaub

"Le trou sans fin ( tableau primé 3x internationalement )"

Oil on Canvas | 45.5x31.7 in

$4,658.89
Sculpture titled ""Vessel #97—Hitch"" by Jeff Key, Original Artwork, Wood
"Vessel #97—Hitch" - Sculpture, 50x35 in ©2024 by Jeff Key - Abstract, abstract-570, War, sculpture, wood, wood sculpture, organic sculpture, abstraction, contemporary art, social commentary

Jeff Key

""Vessel #97—Hitch""

Sculpture - Wood | 50x35 in

$4,715
Painting titled "Disappointment" by Mikhail Sol, Original Artwork, Oil
Disappointment - Painting, 27.4x39.4 in ©2022 by Mikhail Sol - Classicism, classicism-933, Politics, war, Disappointment, nude, depressive, cry, suicide, forest, architype

Mikhail Sol

"Disappointment"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 27.4x39.4 in

$6,411.85
Prints available
Painting titled "HAPPY OBEDIENT SOCI…" by Dags, Original Artwork, Oil
HAPPY OBEDIENT SOCIETY - Painting, 43.3x59.1 in ©2024 by Dags - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, War

Dags

"HAPPY OBEDIENT SOCIETY"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 43.3x59.1 in

$4,068.64
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Painting titled "To Those in War and…" by Nicholaas Chiao, Original Artwork, Oil
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To Those in War and Peace - Painting, 15x38 in ©2024 by Nicholaas Chiao - Expressionism, expressionism-591, War, art, contemporary art, war art, war artist, anti-war

Nicholaas Chiao

"To Those in War and Peace"

Oil on Canvas | 15x38 in

$6,674
Painting titled "Iwo Jima" by Arnaud Feuga, Original Artwork, Oil
Iwo Jima - Painting, 19.7x25.6 in ©2024 by Arnaud Feuga - Figurative, figurative-594, War, Iwo-Jima, guerre, Pacifique, Japon, USA, Couleurs, hissage

Arnaud Feuga

"Iwo Jima"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 19.7x25.6 in

$3,318.92
Drawing titled "Suzanna and the Eld…" by Edwin Loftus, Original Artwork, Pastel
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Suzanna and the Elders 5 - Drawing, 11x14 in ©2024 by Edwin Loftus - Surrealism, surrealism-627, History, justice, Suzanna, Eders, Stephen, antiquity

Edwin Loftus

"Suzanna and the Elders 5"

Pastel on Cardboard | 11x14 in

$1,059
Prints available
Painting titled "Face FS145 Dark Wat…" by Christophe Avella Bagur, Original Artwork, Oil
Face FS145 Dark Water - Painting, 78.7x118.1 in ©2014 by Christophe Avella Bagur - Figurative, figurative-594, History

Christophe Avella Bagur

"Face FS145 Dark Water"

Oil on Canvas | 78.7x118.1 in

$28,525.88
Prints available

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