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Et si c’était nous, là, à la verticale du chemin ?

À l’orée de questions-vertiges ?

Et si c’était moi qui pouvait façonner des petits bouts d’idéaux à la force des mots partagés ?

Et si c’était devant, qu’il fallait regarder ?

Et si on détruisait le vieux monde ?

Oil paints appear in the 15th century and become the most favorite medium of all greatest artists. This type of paint can effectively enhance the ability to express their artistic ideas. However, it is until the second half of the 20th century, people can find its special efficiency in creating a modern abstract art oil painting. Here is the list of the most famous ones, more interestingly some even value millions of dollars.

"Green Coca-cola Bottles" in 1962 by Andy Warhol (1928-1987)

Firstly, the master of Pop Art and New Realism Andy Warhol is well-known for his talents, especially oil paintings. His most famous abstract masterpiece is "Green Coca-cola Bottles" in 1962. The painting possesses incomparable effectiveness and a brilliant focus on clearness.

Green Coca-cola Bottles in 1962  

“Les Molles” in 1931 by Salvador Dali (1904-1981)

Next, as regards the classical techniques and oil painting, we cannot miss mentioning Salvador Dali (1904-1981). He is a great fan of oil paintings and is the author of the most exuberant abstract artworks all over the world. His significant modern abstract art oil painting is “Les Molles” in 1931. The painting is now displayed at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.

“Les Molles”  Painted in 1931 Read more: Renaissance oil painting and things you may not know about

“Composition in Red, Yellow, Blue and Black” of 1926 by Piet Mondrian (1872-1944)

Another masterpiece to put on the checklist should be “Composition in Red, Yellow, Blue and Black” of 1926 by Piet Mondrian. During his career, Piet Mondrian doesn't have much attention as other artists. However, thanks to this composition, the abstraction precursor Kandinsky can introduce the talent of Mondrian to the public. He points out the contrast of colors from the geometry angle.

“Composition in Red, Yellow, Blue and Black” of 1926 by Piet Mondrian

“Autumn Rhythm” in 1950 by Jackson Pollock (1912-1956)

Fourthly, it is no wonder that “Autumn Rhythm” painted in 1950 by Jackson Pollock must be on this list. The modern abstract art oil painting is applied together with the dripping method. The work depicts the Venice festival but by a thoughtful composition in the spirit of abstractionism

Guernica - King of modern abstract art oil painting

Finally, it is quite obvious that Guernica by Pablo Picasso is the most powerful political statement as well as the most famous modern abstract painting of all time. The painting reflects Nazi's bombing practice in the Basque town of Guernica. The abstract painting discards, by pastoral and epic styles, drama color quality as a monochrome record. The price of this painting is currently up to US$900 million and present at Museo Reina Sofia in Madrid.