Abstract
Abstract wall art in long, narrow formats - canvas prints for hallways, staircases and the walls above beds and sofas where conventional artwork doesn't quite fit. Abstract work suits these proportions particularly well: with no subject to centre on, the eye follows the piece end to end, and the composition reads as gesture and movement rather than a picture of something.
The collection runs from calm, tonal minimalist compositions in soft neutrals to bold expressive brushwork and colour-led statement pieces. Choose a horizontal canvas to widen a room and anchor the furniture below it, or a tall vertical piece to add height where a wall feels compressed.
Each artwork is made to order in a range of sizes, as a stretched canvas or in a floating or classic frame in black, white, oak, walnut or gold, and delivered ready to hang.
Abstract wall art - frequently asked questions
Sizing, hanging height and the questions we are asked most.
What is abstract art?
Abstract art is work that does not set out to depict a recognisable subject. Instead it uses colour, shape, line and texture as the subject in their own right. That makes it unusually well suited to a long, narrow canvas: with nothing to centre on, the eye follows the composition end to end and reads it as movement rather than as a picture of something.
How do you choose abstract art for a room?
Choose by colour and energy rather than by subject, because there is no subject to like or dislike. Pull one colour from something already in the room - a rug, a cushion, a wood tone - and look for a piece that carries it. Then decide how much movement you want: calm tonal washes settle a room, bold gestural brushwork energises it.
Does abstract art suit a long narrow wall?
Better than most subjects. A landscape or a portrait has a natural focal point that an extreme format can crop awkwardly, but an abstract composition has no fixed centre, so it can be extended across a 24"x72" (60x180cm) canvas without anything looking cut off. The elongation reads as intentional rather than as a crop.
What colours does abstract wall art come in?
The collection runs from calm tonal neutrals - beige, cream, soft grey - through to bold colour-led statement pieces in blue, green, terracotta and black. If you want the art to settle a room, stay in the neutral range; if the room is already quiet and needs a focal point, a single strong-coloured abstract will do more than anything else on the wall.
Is abstract art a safe choice if you are unsure what to buy?
It is one of the safer choices. Because there is no subject to agree or disagree with, abstract work tends to divide opinion less than a figurative print, and it dates more slowly than a trend-led illustration. Stay in a muted palette and pick up a colour already in the room, and it will keep working through repainting and new furniture.
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Our Artwork, Your Walls
See how our customers style Ateliér Printworks pieces in their homes. From narrow hallways to statement walls, these spaces show how the right proportions make all the difference.
Let customers speak for us
Lovely picture, great quality and supernatural delivered. Would definitely recommend
Beautiful picture for a narrow wall. The colors are prettier in person.
We received our print in a timely manner. Upon unpacking, we noticed a bulge in the canvas and some lines in the canvas and imprint from the wood that goes across in the back. I reached out and the company sent another one that came perfect. It is now displayed in our foyer and looks great!
Beautiful, just as I wanted, excellent framing and a swift delivery
The perfect statement piece. The graceful heron, soft neutral palette, and walnut floating frame brought warmth and serenity to our dining room. It feels elegant, timeless, and collected rather than trendy. The quality is exceptional and the artwork looks even more beautiful in person than online. I love it so much, that I’m going to order another!
I’m over the moon with my beautiful Sunset wall art. It finishes off my hallway and has received so many compliments from visitors.
Second piece bought now and both are great. Exactly as described and very well packaged for transit.
I love the quality and styling of the print, I was unsure about buying something so big without seeing it but I am very happy with the product. The colours are true to the image and the effect with the floating frame is perfect. I would buy again from Atelier, I trust the product and delivery was quick considering it was a specific design, size and frame.
I bought the 30 x 90 canvas with a floating canvas frame in the colour wood and I couldn't be happier with it. Great quality, well packaged. Highly recommend.
This artwork brought just the right look to my entry that I was trying to achieve. It’s beautiful and calming and in a beautiful quality frame.
Better than presented online. We love it. Super high quality framing and hardware.
Beautiful artwork! So impressed with the quality, it looks absolutely stunning.
Beautiful!
Lovely print. Really good quality & easy to hang
Excellent quality craftsmanship. Great delivery!