David Leviathan Art

Israeli, b. 1950

David Leviathan, born on 6 August 1950, is a multi-talented Israeli artist, renowned for his contributions to painting, sculpting, and poetry. Growing up in the nurturing environment of Kibbutz Givat Brenner in Israel, Leviathan's artistic journey began to unfold right after completing his military service in 1972. He honed his skills at the Avni Institute of Fine Arts, where he not only studied under the guidance of the esteemed artist Yehezkel Streichman but also later assumed the role of a teacher himself. After a period of exploration in the late 1970s, where he delved into the intertwining cycles of nature and the female monthly cycle through three-dimensional objects, Leviathan shifted his focus to Amsterdam in 1979. Influenced by Albert Camus' thought-provoking book, "The Fall," he channeled his artistic expression into composing oil paintings that grappled with Camus' ideas. This marked the inception of his first solo exhibition in Amsterdam, aptly titled "The Fall." In the subsequent years, Leviathan's art embraced the Four Elements (Air, Water, Fire, & Earth) as a central theme for his abstracts, complemented by captivating Human Heads, some of which adorned enormous canvases. Seeking inspiration and a broader perspective, he spent two weeks annually from 1981 to 1989 on various Greek islands, where he relied on a donkey to carry his equipment. This immersive experience allowed him to further explore the vibrancy of the elements and the depths of the human form. Having obtained Dutch citizenship in 1992, Leviathan spent the following years traversing between Amsterdam and Paris, immersing himself in the creative energy of both cities. A temporary return to Israel saw the white color taking on a significant role in his work, contributing to the unique ambiance he sought to create. Throughout his artistic endeavors, a recurring motif in Leviathan's work is the contemplation of life and death within the cyclicality of existence. He often portrays old women in his art, focusing intently on their facial expressions and using techniques to blur and obscure the images. This approach aims to capture profound spiritual emotions and establish a certain atmospheric essence, evoking a delicate balance between growth and decline. David Leviathan's remarkable artistic exploration continues to captivate audiences, as he continuously pushes the boundaries of creativity and introspection. His works invite viewers to contemplate the mysteries of life, death, and the essence of the human experience. 1

Artist: David Leviathan

David Leviathan"Trunks" - Original Landscape Painting - Tree Trunks in Vivid Orange Oil Paint, 2006

$10,000

"Trunks" - Original Landscape Painting - Tree Trunks in Vivid Orange Oil Paint

By David Leviathan

Located in Carmel, CA

David Leviathan (Israeli, born 1964) "Trunks" 2006 Oil paint on canvas, stretcher bars The artist signed the back of the painting. David Leviathan's "Trunks" is a 39" x 45" contemporary landscape abstract that captures the essence of a forest's heart. The canvas is alive with a rich tapestry of autumnal hues, ranging from deep umbers to fiery oranges and subtle golds. Leviathan's technique gives rise to a textured surface that mimics the rugged bark of tree trunks, standing tall amidst a flurry of color. The style is both abstract and suggestive, inviting the viewer to feel the organic growth and the cyclical decay inherent in nature. The painting evokes a sense of resilience and majesty, paying homage to the timeless beauty of the natural world. About the Artist: David Leviathan, born on August 6, 1950, in Kibbutz Givat Brenner, Israel, is a multifaceted Israeli artist whose talents span painting, sculpture, and poetry. After serving in the military, he studied at the Avni Institute of Fine Arts and worked under the guidance of Yehezkel Streichman...

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Early 2000s Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

David Leviathan"War Hero" - Textural Oil Impasto Vibrant Abstract in Cool and Earth Tones, 2006

$10,000

"War Hero" - Textural Oil Impasto Vibrant Abstract in Cool and Earth Tones

By David Leviathan

Located in Carmel, CA

David Leviathan (Israeli, born 1950) "War Hero" 2006 Oil paint on canvas, stretcher bars Signed and dated on the bottom right of the painting. "War Hero" by David Leviathan is a poi...

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Early 2000s Abstract David Leviathan Art

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

David Leviathan"Portrait of a Man" - Textured Expressionist Portrait - Pastel and Earth Tones, 2006

$7,500

"Portrait of a Man" - Textured Expressionist Portrait - Pastel and Earth Tones

By David Leviathan

Located in Carmel, CA

David Leviathan (Israeli, born 1964) "Portrait of a Man" 2006 Oil paint on canvas, stretcher bars The artist signed the back of the painting. “Portrait of a Man” is a powerful examp...

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Early 2000s Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

David Leviathan"Old Man" - Original Raw Expressionist Thick Textured Portrait - Earth Tones, 2006

$8,000

"Old Man" - Original Raw Expressionist Thick Textured Portrait - Earth Tones

By David Leviathan

Located in Carmel, CA

David Leviathan (Israeli, born 1964) "Old Man" 2006 Oil paint on canvas, stretcher bars The artist signed the bottom right corner of the painting. “Old Man” is a powerful figurative...

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Early 2000s Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Mougenot NatalyaAbstract Expressive woman's portrait acrylic on paper "What she holds within", 2025

$443

H 25.6 in W 19.69 in D 0.04 in

Abstract Expressive woman's portrait acrylic on paper "What she holds within"

By Mougenot Natalya

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

This contemporary abstract expressionist woman's portrait "What she holds within "was created by the French artist Natalya Mougenot. With her hand gently resting against her chin and...

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2010s Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Paper, Acrylic

Elijah OlanaseDon't Rush Life 2 - 21st Century Contemporary Figurative, Portrait, Africa, Men, 2025

$3,350

H 48 in W 36 in D 1 in

Don't Rush Life 2 - 21st Century Contemporary Figurative, Portrait, Africa, Men

By Elijah Olanase

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Where am from Bandana was once a common style, we called it Big Boy Style, then it's seem to me like a style or fashion only, because our elder brothers only allowed to used it but n...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Elena LukinaHoopoe Bird Oil Painting on Canvas, Expressionist Style, Unframed, 2025

$1,038

H 11.82 in W 8.27 in D 0.12 in

Hoopoe Bird Oil Painting on Canvas, Expressionist Style, Unframed

By Elena Lukina

Located in Zofingen, AG

"Hoopoe: The Crowned Messenger" is a definitive masterpiece by Elena Lukina, capturing the regal and ancient essence of one of nature’s most enigmatic archetypes. Part of the artist’...

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2010s Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Canvas, Oil, Cardboard

Karnish ArtBold Contemporary - Abstract Painting, Colorful Texture, Large, Dream, 2020

$1,700

H 35.83 in W 35.83 in D 0.79 in

Bold Contemporary - Abstract Painting, Colorful Texture, Large, Dream

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Interconnected Dream Bold Abstract Contemporary Colorful Masculine Investment Red Yellow Grey Blue Orange Texture Detail This series expresses our unity and our interconnect...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Pencil, Color Pencil, Gesso, Canvas, Stretcher Bars

Harald Dry Schmidt"Attention" Heavily Textured Abstract Expressionist Composition in Oil on Canvas, 1976

$3,320Sale Price|20% Off

H 30 in W 24 in D 0.75 in

"Attention" Heavily Textured Abstract Expressionist Composition in Oil on Canvas

By Harald Dry Schmidt

Located in Soquel, CA

"Attention" Heavily Textured Abstract Expressionist Composition in Oil on Canvas Bold, textured, impasto composition of a nude female by California artist Harald "Harry" Dry Schmidt...

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1970s Abstract David Leviathan Art

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Karnish ArtGolden Thread - Painting Abstract Expression Gilding Calm Ocean Blue Abundance, 2024

$600

H 24.02 in W 24.02 in D 0.79 in

Golden Thread - Painting Abstract Expression Gilding Calm Ocean Blue Abundance

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Golden Thread Golden Thread - Painting Abstract Expression Gilding Calm Ocean Blue Abundance Gold In this piece, I've embraced the dance of harmony and flow. With featherli...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Gold Leaf

Alvar Sunol Munoz-RamosWoman Surrealism Oil on Canvas Painting, Expressionist, Framed, 2000s, c.2000

$10,499Sale Price|28% Off

H 31.89 in W 39.38 in

Woman Surrealism Oil on Canvas Painting, Expressionist, Framed, 2000s

By Alvar Sunol Munoz-Ramos

Located in Sitges, Barcelona

Artist: Alvar Suñol Title: Figurative Composition Date: c.2000 Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions (canvas): 81 x 100 cm (31.9 x 39.3 in) Framed: Yes Condition: Excellent Alvar Suñol –...

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Early 2000s Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Canvas, Oil

Jocelyn Auld"Approaching the Wave" Original Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting, Signed, 2024

$750

H 11.5 in W 16 in D 2 in

"Approaching the Wave" Original Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting, Signed

Located in Soquel, CA

"Approaching the Wave" Original Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting, Signed Vibrant oil painting by Jocelyn Auld (American, b. 1999.) A yellow curling shape stretches into the center...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Oil, Canvas, Stretcher Bars

Lilya Volskaya"Honey and tar" abstract interior painting by Volskya Lily., 2025

$233

H 11.82 in W 7.88 in D 0.2 in

"Honey and tar" abstract interior painting by Volskya Lily.

By Lilya Volskaya

Located in Zofingen, AG

"Honey and tar" abstract interior painting by Volskya Lilya. The size of the painting is 30x20cm, canvas on cardboard. The painting was made with the help of a structural paste of va...

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2010s Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil

Elena Lukina1 Depth in Minor Painting, Turquoise Palette, Venice Biennale 2026, 2026

$5,832

H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in

1 Depth in Minor Painting, Turquoise Palette, Venice Biennale 2026

By Elena Lukina

Located in Zofingen, AG

"Depth in Minor" is the fundamental work that opens the entire Venetian cycle. It captures the incredible, translucent emerald light within a cresting wave — a symbol of inner streng...

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2010s Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Canvas, Linen, Oil

Pre War European Hasidic Rabbi Kiddush Levana (Moon) German Judaica Oil Painting, c.1930s

$1,400

H 24 in W 20 in

Pre War European Hasidic Rabbi Kiddush Levana (Moon) German Judaica Oil Painting

Located in Surfside, FL

Kiddush Levanah oil painting Hand signed A. Gruenstein. It is not dated or titled. Pre War European Chasidic Rabbis Kiddush Levana (Blessing on seeing the new moon) German Judaica ...

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20th Century Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Canvas, Oil

Karnish ArtSweet Patch of Joy: Large Painting, Floral, Impressionism, 76x101 cm, 2026

$1,500

H 29.93 in W 39.77 in D 0.79 in

Sweet Patch of Joy: Large Painting, Floral, Impressionism, 76x101 cm

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Sweet Patch of Joy Sweet Patch of Joy - Painting Floral Delight Impressionism Maximalism Unique Joy One-of-a-kind Butterfly In creating this piece, I poured my heart into vi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist David Leviathan Art

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Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Oil, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Previously Available Items

David Leviathan"Trees" Oil on Canvas By Leviathan 40" x 40" Framed, 2013

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H 40 in W 40 in D 1 in

"Trees" Oil on Canvas By Leviathan 40" x 40" Framed

By David Leviathan

Located in Carmel, CA

David Leviathan, an Israeli born artist who worked mainly in Holland, is widely known amongst European art collectors. His works are exhibited in several museums in Holland and Fran...

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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist David Leviathan Art

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Canvas, Oil

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