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Black and White Abstract Painting

Canvas or Luxe Paper Print Options and Frame Choices for All Our Artworks

Invest in a timeless black and white abstract painting to add a touch of timeless elegance to your home. Adored for its classic and versatile look, these paintings feature striking contrasts and organic shapes that lend an air of sophistication to any room. 

These paintings are dynamic and open to interpretation since they tend to be non-figurative. This means that they’ll fit beautifully in eclectic or minimalist interior design styles equally well. 

Consider where you want to hang your prints: are you looking for intimate works to elevate your powder room? Or, maybe a large, expressive, dark painting is more to your taste. Go for gentle shapes and sweeping brushstrokes to create a calming bedroom environment. Plus, you can never go wrong with the graphic, clean lines of modernist painters like László Moholy-Nagy, Man Ray, Theo van Doesburg and Lovis Corinth to make the most of mid-century interiors. 

When choosing your print, be sure to consider the scale, atmosphere, lighting, and existing furniture or artwork to get the most out of your black and white abstract art paintings.

You’ll find our hand-picked selection of artworks selected from over 40 leading international galleries below. Browse our curated collection to find the perfect print to elevate your home instantly. 

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Picture of The Feather (1922) - Man Ray (American, 1890-1976)

The Feather (1922) - Man Ray (American, 1890-1976)

$55
Picture of Fotogramm (1926) - László Moholy-Nagy (Hungarian, 1895 - 1946)
Picture of Bloemen in een kruik (1925) - M.A. van Dugteren

Bloemen in een kruik (1925) - M.A. van Dugteren

$55
Picture of Intriguing abstract composition

Intriguing abstract composition

$55
Picture of Planes (1922) - Man Ray (American, 1890-1976)

Planes (1922) - Man Ray (American, 1890-1976)

$55
Picture of Fotogramm (between 1925 and 1928) - László Moholy-Nagy (Hungarian, 1895 - 1946)
Picture of Endleaves of Art. Goût. Beauté. (1931) - Anonymous

Endleaves of Art. Goût. Beauté. (1931) - Anonymous

$55
Picture of Photograph of an abstract painting

Photograph of an abstract painting

$55
Picture of Vers l’inconnu, il est mort (1937-42) - Louis Soutter (Swiss, 1871 – 1942)
Picture of Sans titre ou Nu à la guitare (circa 1922) - Francis Picabia (French, 1879-1953)
Picture of Counter-composition VI. (1925) - Theo van Doesburg (Dutch, 1883 – 1931)
Picture of City Shapes (1922–23) - Louis Lozowick (American, 1892-1973)

City Shapes (1922–23) - Louis Lozowick (American, 1892-1973)

$55
Picture of Christus am Kreuz (1919) - Lovis Corinth (German, 1858-1925)

Christus am Kreuz (1919) - Lovis Corinth (German, 1858-1925)

$55
Picture of Z31 Nächtliches Dorf (1918) - Kurt Schwitters (German, 1887 - 1948)
Picture of Birds at Roost (1937) - Takeuchi Seihō (Japanese, 1864-1942)

Birds at Roost (1937) - Takeuchi Seihō (Japanese, 1864-1942)

$55
Picture of Striking abstract composition

Striking abstract composition

$55
Picture of Autumn II (1924) - Mikuláš Galanda (Slovak, 1895 – 1938)

Autumn II (1924) - Mikuláš Galanda (Slovak, 1895 – 1938)

$55
Picture of Eierschläger (1923) - Kurt Schwitters (German, 1887 - 1948)

Eierschläger (1923) - Kurt Schwitters (German, 1887 - 1948)

$55
Picture of Abstract view to the sun

Abstract view to the sun

$55
Picture of Adam and Eve (Der Sündenfall) (1919) - Lovis Corinth (German, 1858-1925)
Picture of Frau im Frühling - August Babberger (German, 1885 – 1936)

Frau im Frühling - August Babberger (German, 1885 – 1936)

$55
Picture of Renaissance No.8 (1856) - Owen Jones (English, 1809 - 1874)

Renaissance No.8 (1856) - Owen Jones (English, 1809 - 1874)

$55
Picture of Heliographic composition (XXIX) (1936 - 1937) - Karol Hiller (Polish, 1891 - 1939)
Picture of Maruru (Thank You) (1894-1895) - Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Picture of Bartanz (1914) - Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (German, 1880-1938)

Bartanz (1914) - Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (German, 1880-1938)

$55
Picture of Group Of Persons With Tyre - Louis Soutter (Swiss, 1871 – 1942)
Picture of Illustration (Typhoon) (1914-1915) - Edward Wadsworth (English, 1889 – 1949)
Picture of On the river (1924) - Mikuláš Galanda (Slovak, 1895 – 1938)

On the river (1924) - Mikuláš Galanda (Slovak, 1895 – 1938)

$55
Picture of Sophisticated abstract composition

Sophisticated abstract composition

$55
Picture of Jeroen op jacht (1937) - Tinus van Doorn (Dutch, 1905–1940)

Jeroen op jacht (1937) - Tinus van Doorn (Dutch, 1905–1940)

$55
Picture of Untitled composition - László Moholy-Nagy (Hungarian, 1895 - 1946)
Picture of Polakt (1936) - Mikuláš Galanda (Slovak, 1895 – 1938)

Polakt (1936) - Mikuláš Galanda (Slovak, 1895 – 1938)

$55
Picture of Hoofd van Christus met aureool (1924) - Lodewijk Schelfhout (Dutch, 1881-1943)
Picture of Abstract desert like composition

Abstract desert like composition

$55
Picture of Danseuse étoile sur un transatlantique (1913) - Francis Picabia (French, 1879-1953)
Picture of Landschaft (1918) - Otto Freundlich (German, 1878-1943)

Landschaft (1918) - Otto Freundlich (German, 1878-1943)

$55
Picture of Lithographie No. 1 (R. 185) (1925) - Wassily Kandinsky (Russian, 1866 - 1944)
Picture of Komposition (1911) - Julius Zimpel (Austrian, 1896-1925)

Komposition (1911) - Julius Zimpel (Austrian, 1896-1925)

$55
Picture of Abstract black and white composition with a man in between buildings
Picture of Black and white pattern with wavy lines

Black and white pattern with wavy lines

$55
Picture of Grey black white glowing abstract gradient shape on black grainy background
Picture of Dark composition with black geometric shapes

Dark composition with black geometric shapes

$55
Picture of Abstract photographic composition in black, white and grey

Abstract photographic composition in black, white and grey

$55
Picture of Stunning abstract composition

Stunning abstract composition

$55
Picture of Zonnebloem (1906) - Reijer Stolk (Dutch, 1896 - 1945)

Zonnebloem (1906) - Reijer Stolk (Dutch, 1896 - 1945)

$55

Add a Timeless Touch of Elegance to Any Home

Black and white abstract art paintings highlight form, shape, texture, and composition to elicit feelings and depth of meaning. Lines and depth are evoked through the play between light and shadow in these expressive artworks. 

Because abstract black & white paintings are usually non-representational, they allow the viewer to find their own meaning and interpretation. From serene environments to complex emotional landscapes, these artworks remain timeless. This means you’ll have a dynamic piece of art that never gets boring. 

Some prints feature organic, flowing shapes that give a sense of movement. This expressiveness creates a dynamic atmosphere, which can feel calm while also creating a sense of depth. Other types of abstract paintings might feature geometric patterns that feel modern and structured. Clean lines imbue the artwork with a sense of balance and work well in mid-century or minimalist homes. 

Many of these artworks might include mixed media, too. From graphite and charcoal to acrylic or oil paint, this creates textured surfaces that translate beautifully in our reprints.

Find Interesting Artworks to Suit Any Space

Choosing your new black white abstract painting means you’re investing in a timeless and elegant piece for your home. This type of art is incredibly versatile, sitting neatly alongside your chosen design style or existing collection. 

Because of its monochromatic pattern, these prints will bring focus to any room. Opt for smaller prints to create an intimate feeling in a bathroom or attic study. Or, go for large-scale prints with big, sweeping marks to highlight the height and scale of your dining room walls.

The best thing about abstract paintings in black & white is that they’re adaptable. So, if you change your mind and decide you’d rather move your artwork to a different room, they’ll easily suit any space. 

How to Choose the Right Painting For Your Home

Now that you’ve settled on adding abstract art to your home, picking the right piece for the right space is the next step. Below, we’ve outlined what to consider when choosing your artwork, from a room’s purpose to scale, proportion, composition, and placement. 

Create an atmosphere to suit each room

Consider the room’s purposes and atmosphere. Are you looking for an art piece for your living room, bedroom, office or workspace? This will influence the type of artwork you might go for. 

Do you want to create a calming bedroom environment? Then choose artworks with soft, organic forms without heavy contrasts. This will give depth to the space while creating a relaxing atmosphere.

Or, maybe you want to liven up your office with a conversation piece. Bold strokes and geometric shapes will draw the eye and add energy to the room/ 

Consider the scale and proportion

Start by measuring the space where you intend to hang the artwork. Make sure to leave room around your print so it’s not too close to any radiators, light switches, or wall mouldings. 

Think about the size of the abstract black and white art, too. Do you want one large print to dominate a big wall in your dining room? This will amplify the sense of volume and make a room feel bigger. If you’re looking to create a more intimate feeling, consider choosing several smaller prints that draw the viewer in. 

Don’t forget to consider the furniture you already have in the room. If you’re looking for a statement piece above a sofa, a print the same width will feel pleasing to the eye and give a sense of symmetry.

Composition and style

Think about your taste and design style to help you select an abstract black white painting. Do you prefer a minimalist style or do you go for eclectic and dynamic? Maybe you prefer lots of colour? Black and white abstract art will look stunning paired with any style, but choose the right expression that works with your existing aesthetic. 

Colour lovers will benefit from picking graphic works that elevate the artworks, furniture, or walls around them. If eclectic is your style, select several artworks in different styles and create a gallery wall. 

There are so many options to choose from and play with — have fun with it! 

Lighting & placement 

Proper lighting is essential to get the most out of your black and white abstract painting. There are many options to create interesting effects in your chosen room. 

If you have an internal bathroom without windows, choose a warm spotlight to give a sultry, intimate feeling. Or, go for a bright spotlight on a large piece in your living room to really make it pop. If you have plenty of natural light, that will elevate your piece and make it even more dynamic as it’ll shift depending on the type of day. 

By taking these factors into account, you’ll be able to find your dream print to cherish in your home for many years to come.