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Peter Saul Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Peter Saul our visitors look at most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Peter Saul · born 1934

Birdwatcher

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Self-Portrait, 2013, Peter Saul

2013

Dive into Peter Saul’s unsettling 'Self-Portrait' (2013). A surreal mixed media piece blending Pop Art & Surrealism, featuring distorted figures & vibrant colors. Explore this iconic artwork!

View the most popular artwork of Peter Saul ranked #2: Self-Portrait

Art Movement: Surrealism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Kaws x

Explore Peter Saul’s vibrant & unsettling ‘Kaws x’ – a bold pop art portrait blending surrealism & expressionism. Layered acrylic, jarring colors, & symbolic menace await.

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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Dali Advises the President – Peter Saul

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Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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Heaven ^ hell

Peter Saul’s 'Heaven & Hell' – a playful digital painting featuring God & Satan sharing a drink! Bold pop art style, vibrant colors, and subversive religious imagery. Explore this unique artwork.

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Pastels

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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Explore 'Some Crazy Pictures' by Peter Saul – a surreal digital illustration blending finance & art. A chaotic yet captivating piece featuring Benjamin Franklin & dollar bills, showcasing unique style & unsettling beauty.

View the most popular artwork of Peter Saul ranked #6: Some crazy pictures

Art Movement: Surrealism
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Better than De Kooning, Peter Saul

Experience 'Better Than De Kooning' by Peter Saul – a surreal digital painting blending pop & psychedelic art. Bold colors, distorted figures, & chaotic energy create a unique, dreamlike masterpiece.

View the most popular artwork of Peter Saul ranked #7: Better than De Kooning

Art Movement: Pop Surrealism
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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All the Moneyin Palestine

Peter Saul’s "All the Moneyin Palestine" explodes with chaotic energy & socio-political commentary. Neo-expressionist layers of money, text & symbols evoke wealth inequality. Explore this powerful artwork!

Art Movement: Neo-expressionism
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Politics, Peter Saul

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Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Stalin

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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mona lisa throws up Fantasy, Peter Saul

View the most popular artwork of Peter Saul ranked #11: mona lisa throws up Fantasy

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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View od SF Red Plane – Peter Saul

View the most popular artwork of Peter Saul ranked #12: View od SF Red Plane

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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Stalin + mao by Peter Saul

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Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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Amboosh

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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Saigon, Peter Saul

View the most popular artwork of Peter Saul ranked #15: Saigon

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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No title

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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Crowded skies by Peter Saul

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Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Pastels

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Peter Saul: Cleopatra

Experience the allure of Cleopatra by Peter Saul – a captivating painting of ancient royalty. Explore this unique work’s surrealist style & striking composition. Invest in art history!

View the most popular artwork of Peter Saul ranked #18: Cleopatra

Art Movement: Surrealism
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Still Life in the Bedroom

Experience Peter Saul’s surreal & vibrant 'Still Life in the Bedroom.' A unique pop art masterpiece blending playfulness & unexpected imagery. Own a piece of iconic art today!

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Sunset

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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Peter Saul: Neptune and the Octopus Painter

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Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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Tall

Experience Peter Saul’s ‘Tall,’ a vibrant pop art masterpiece depicting a shocking scene of blood & guts. Hand-painted reproduction – a unique, bold artwork for your collection.

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 21 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Art critics suicide, Peter Saul

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Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Bewtiful and Stwong

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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Execution of Jesus

Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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Homage to Thomas Hart Benton – Peter Saul

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Art Movement: Pop Art
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 29 artworks by Peter Saul
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The artist

Peter Saul

born 1934

Quick facts

Top-ranked workBirdwatcher
Top 3 worksBirdwatcher, Self-Portrait, Kaws x
Born1934, San Francisco, United States
Copyright statusUnder copyright
Movementspop art
NationalityUnited States
Art periodModern

Biography

Peter Saul: A Painter of Mayhem and Dreams

Born in San Francisco during a period of vibrant artistic ferment, Peter Saul’s career is a testament to the power of embracing chaos and challenging conventional notions of beauty within the art world. From his early fascination with comic books and surrealist paintings to his development of a uniquely frenetic brush style, Saul has consistently defied categorization, earning him recognition as both a Pop Art pioneer and a deeply personal expressionist. His prolific output – over 800 paintings – offers a kaleidoscopic journey through American culture, psychological anxieties, and the sheer joy of creating visual mayhem.

Saul’s formative years were marked by exposure to diverse artistic influences. A pivotal moment occurred in 1939 when his mother received an art book featuring Paul Cadmus's “Coney Island,” a painting that ignited a lifelong passion for the grotesque and the unsettling. This early encounter with a work that embraced both beauty and horror laid the groundwork for Saul’s distinctive aesthetic. His studies at the California School of Fine Arts and Washington University provided him with technical skills, but it was his time in Europe – from 1956 to 1964 – that truly shaped his artistic vision, exposing him to European art movements while simultaneously fostering a rebellious spirit.

Returning to America, Saul began to experiment with incorporating cartoon imagery into his work. The influence of Mad magazine, with its irreverent humor and pop-cultural references, proved particularly potent. In 1958, he boldly integrated characters like Donald Duck and Superman into his paintings, signaling a departure from traditional artistic subject matter and establishing him as one of the early figures in the Pop Art movement. This decision wasn’t merely stylistic; it reflected Saul's desire to disrupt established hierarchies and challenge viewers’ expectations. Roberto Matta introduced Saul to Allan Frumkin, a key dealer who championed his work, leading to his first solo exhibition in Chicago in 1961.

The Language of Disruption

Saul’s artistic style is immediately recognizable for its energetic brushwork and jarring color palette. Critics often describe it as “brushy,” emphasizing the visible marks left by the artist's hand – a deliberate rejection of smooth, polished surfaces. This tactile quality contributes to the sense of immediacy and raw emotion that permeates his paintings. He frequently employed overlapping figures, creating a dizzying effect reminiscent of the all-over compositions favored by Abstract Expressionists like Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning. However, Saul’s work transcends mere imitation; he infuses these influences with his own unique sensibility, layering cartoon characters, grotesque imagery, and psychological anxieties into a visually overwhelming experience.

John Yau, in an insightful critique for The Brooklyn Rail, noted that Saul's orchestration of intertwining figures was “only possible by someone who absorbed the all-over compositions of the Abstract Expressionists.” He further described Saul’s use of color as “a jarring, manic palette of bright reds, blues, and greens,” creating a sense of heightened intensity. The inclusion of details—scenes of violence, mayhem, and unsettling juxtapositions—added another layer of complexity to his work, suggesting a fascination with the darker aspects of human experience.

Pop Art, Surrealism, and Beyond

While often categorized as a Pop artist, Saul’s work defies easy classification. His incorporation of cartoon imagery aligns him with the Pop movement's interest in popular culture, but his use of surrealist techniques—dreamlike imagery, distorted perspectives, and unsettling symbolism—positions him within the broader context of Surrealism. Furthermore, Saul’s paintings possess a distinctly expressionistic quality, driven by intense emotion and personal experience. The influence of de Kooning is particularly evident in his dynamic brushwork and gestural approach.

His work evolved over time, reflecting shifts in his artistic interests and the cultural landscape. During his decade-long stay in San Francisco (1964-1974), Saul explored themes related to the Vietnam War and engaged with the Bay Area’s vibrant art scene. Later, he turned his attention to historical masterpieces—Rembrandt's *Nightwatch* and Picasso's *Guernica*, reimagining them through a distinctly personal lens. This period saw him embracing a tighter linear style and utilizing bright Day-Glo colors, creating visually arresting reinterpretations of iconic works.

Legacy and Recognition

Peter Saul’s impact on the art world is undeniable. He remains a vital figure in Pop Art history, celebrated for his innovative approach to subject matter and his refusal to conform to conventional artistic standards. His prolific output—over 800 paintings—provides a rich tapestry of visual experiences, reflecting both the joys and anxieties of American culture. In 2010, he was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Letters, recognizing his enduring contribution to the art world.

Recent exhibitions, including retrospectives at the New Museum in New York (2020) and the Musée Les Abattoirs in Toulouse (2019), have ensured that Saul’s work continues to be appreciated by a new generation of viewers. His legacy as a painter who embraced disruption, challenged conventions, and created art that is both visually arresting and emotionally resonant remains firmly established.

Questions & Answers

How can I see every artwork made by Peter Saul?

Every work by Peter Saul on this website can be browsed from the artist's All Artworks page.

Can I explore Peter Saul's works by color spectrum?

Peter Saul's works can be explored by color on the artist's Spectral Index page.

How many artworks by Peter Saul are available to browse?

You can browse 29 artworks by Peter Saul on the All Artworks page.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Sept. 30, 2026

Collector's quiz

Peter Saul is primarily associated with which of the following art movements?
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Peter Saul spent a significant period living and working in which location after completing his art school studies?
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