Famous Abstract Expressionist Kunstnere: 76 Original Voices

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František Kupka 1871–1957

Tjekkisk Born in Opočno ['Realisme', 'Symbolisme', 'Orphisme', 'Kubisme', 'Abstraktion'] Wikipedia in 24/32 languages

Mellem 1889 og 1892 tilbragte han sin tid ved Kunstakademiet i Prag. Hans værk fra 1911, Disks of Newton, Study for Fugue in Two Colors, udviser en interesse for krydsfeltet mellem videnskabelig observation og musikalsk rytme. Denne periode med intens undersøgelse fortsatte ind i 1913, hvor han skabte The Cathedral og Vertical and Diagonal Planes.

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Lee Krasner 1908–1984

Born in Brooklyn Wikipedia in 17/32 languages

Født som Lena Krassner den 27. oktober 1908 i Brooklyns livlige gader i New York, trådte kvinden, der skulle blive til Lee Krasner, frem som en transformativ kraft i den amerikanske modernismes landskab.

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Hans Hartung 1904–1989

Tysk-fransk Born in Leipzig Gestuel abstrakt ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 15/32 languages

Historien om Hans Heinrich Hartung er en fortælling om dyb bevægelse, både fysisk og spirituelt. Hans formative år var gennemsyret af den europæiske ekspressionismes følelsesmæssige kraft, hvor han hentede styrke fra værker af Rembrandt og den rå, viscerale energi fra tyske malere som Lovis Corinth og Emil Nolde.

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Robert Motherwell 1915–1991

Born in Aberdeen Wikipedia in 16/32 languages

En afgørende begivenhed indtraf i 1940, da Motherwell flyttede til New York City og tilmeldte sig Columbia University under Meyer Shapiro’s vejledning.

Teacher of Cy Twombly #9

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Franz Kline 1910–1962

Amerikaner Born in Wilkes-Barre Abstrakt ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 17/32 languages

Han fandt inspiration i værkerne fra Rembrandt, Velázquez og El Greco – kunstnere kendt for deres dramatiske brug af lys og farve samt deres evne til at udtrykke følelser gennem billeder – hvilket førte til en forståelse af komposition og tekniske udfordringer.

Teacher of Cy Twombly #9

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Zao Wou-Ki 1920–2013

Born in Beijing Wikipedia in 12/32 languages

1920'erne var ikke blot en tidsperiode; det var en eksplosion – et udbrud af kreativitet, oprør og et gennemgribende skift i, hvordan kunsten reflekterede og engagerede sig i verden. I skyggen af Første Verdenskrig søgte kunstnere at nedbryde etablerede traditioner og bane helt nye veje, drevet af et ønske om at indfange dynamikken og angsten i et samfund i hastig forandring.

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Clyfford Still 1904–1980

Amerikansk Born in Grandin Abstrakt ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 12/32 languages

Clyfford Still, født i 1904 i den barske natur af Grandin, Nord Dakota, er en central figur i udviklingen af amerikansk kunst. Fra Repræsentation til Åbenbaring: Udviklingen af En Unik Stil Overgangen fra repræsentative værker til den radikale abstraktion, som Still er kendt for, fandt sted mellem 1938 og 1942 – en periode præget af intens eksperimentering og selvopdagelse.

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Richard Diebenkorn 1922–1993

Amerikansk Born in Portland Lyrisk abstraktion Wikipedia in 9/32 languages

Denne iboende passion førte ham til Stanford University i 1940, hvor han mødte centrale mentorer som Victor Arnautoff, der indgydede ham en streng klassisk disciplin med oliemaleri, og Daniel Mendelowitz, der delte hans beundring for Edward Hoppers evokative realisme. Diebenkorn følte denne ændring skarpt og meldte sig ind ved California School of Fine Arts (nu San Francisco Art Institute) og omfavnede abstrakt ekspressionisme som sin primære form for selvudtryk.

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Aaron Siskind 1903–1991

Amerikaner Born in New York Abstrakt ekspressionisme

Han brugte to årtier på at undervise i Illinois Institute of Technology (1951-1970), hvor han formede sindene hos spirende fotografer og fortsatte med at undervise ved Rhode Island School of Design (1971-1976) sammen med Harry Callahan.

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Hans Hofmann 1880–1966

Born in Weißenburg in Bayern Wikipedia in 14/32 languages

Hans værker bevares nu i prestigefyldte samlinger over hele verden – The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Tate Modern, Germanisches Nationalmuseum, National Gallery of Art og Art Institute of Chicago blandt dem – hvilket sikrer, at hans levende vision fortsætter med at inspirere generationer fremover.

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Adolph Gottlieb 1903–1974

Amerikaner Born in New York City Abstrakt ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 12/32 languages

Gottlieb’s formative years were marked by exposure to European avant-garde movements—particularly Surrealism—which challenged traditional artistic conventions and embraced dreamlike imagery and subconscious exploration. His training at the Art Students League provided him with technical skills, while Parsons instilled a critical perspective on art history and contemporary culture. However, it was his encounters with European artists—including Picasso and Matisse—that solidified his artistic sensibilities and propelled him toward abstraction.

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Jean-Paul Riopelle 1923–2002

Canadian Born in Montreal Lyrical Abstraction Wikipedia in 14/32 languages

Les Automatistes: Riopelle was a member of Les Automatistes in the 1940s, embracing Surrealist principles and exploring spontaneous creation. Shift from Surrealism: After a brief association with the Surrealists, Riopelle moved towards Lyrical Abstraction, a style related to Abstract Expressionism. He is considered a leading artist of French Lyrical Abstraction.

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Yoo Youngkuk 1916–2002

Sydkorean Born in Uljin Abstrakt kunst

Han blev født i 1916 i kystbyen Uljin i Sydkorea, og hans kunstneriske rejse var en uophørlig udforskning og en urokkelig dedikation til at skabe et nyt visuelt sprog for en nation, der kæmpede med identitet og modernitet. Yūs vej mod abstraktion begyndte med en formel uddannelse ved Bunka Gakuin University i Tokyo, hvor han dimitterede fra oliemaleriet i 1938.

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Ad Reinhardt 1913–1967

Amerikaner Born in Buffalo Abstrakt ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 12/32 languages

Adolph Friedrich Reinhardt, født den 24. december 1913 i Buffalo, New York, var en kunstner og teoretiker, der dedikerede sit liv ikke blot til at skabe kunst, men også til at definere, hvad kunst kunne være.

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Mark Tobey 1890–1976

Amerikaner Born in Centerville Abstrakt ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 14/32 languages

There, he encountered Teng Kuei, a Chinese painter who initiated him into the art of Eastern penmanship – a revelation that would become central to his artistic identity. Tobey’s travels became increasingly frequent and purposeful, taking him across Europe, Palestine, Turkey, Lebanon, China, and Japan. Travel & Cultural Immersion: His extensive travels throughout Asia and Europe broadened his artistic horizons and informed his unique visual language.

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Paul Jenkins 1923–2012

Amerikansk Born in Kansas City Abstrakt ekspressionisme

Han blev født i Kansas City, Missouri, i 1923, og hans kunstneriske rejse begyndte med formel træning ved Art Students League of New York under vejledning af Yasuo Kuniyoshi. Hans karrieres bane blev uigenkaldeligt ændret i 1953 under en transformativ rejse gennem Europa. Hans tid på Sicilien, især inden for den livlige atmosfære i Taormina, fungerede som en katalysator for en ny måde at se på.

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Etel Adnan 1925–2021

Amerikansk Born in Beirut ['Assemblage', 'Pop Art', 'Neo-Dada'] Wikipedia in 17/32 languages

Adnan, en libanesisk-amerikansk poet, essayist og visuel kunstner, blev født i Beirut i 1925 til en græsk mor fra Smyrna og en far født i Damaskus, som var en højtstående osmannisk embedsmand. Hun studerede filosofi ved universitetet i Paris, University of California, Berkeley og Harvard University. Fra 1958 til 1972 underviste hun i kunstfilosofi ved Dominican University of California i San Rafael og forelæste ved forskellige universiteter over hele USA.

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Richard Art Hambleton 1952–2017

Canadian Born in Tofino Street art, Conceptual art

Crucially, he established Pumps Centre for Alternative Art in Vancouver, a space that served as both a gallery and performance venue – a testament to his early commitment to challenging conventional artistic boundaries. This environment fostered experimentation and provided a platform for emerging artists, mirroring the ethos he would later embody through his public interventions. His work laid the groundwork for interventions by artists like Banksy and Shepard Fairey, demonstrating the potential of art to disrupt urban landscapes and engage with social commentary.

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George Ștefănescu-Râmnic 1914–2007

Romanian-German Born in Pǎlăneşti Expressionism, Fauvism, Abstract Expressionism

By drawing inspiration from the folk arts of Romania while embracing the avant-garde movements of Europe, he created a body of work that remains a testament to the power of color to communicate the unspoken depths of the human experience.

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Daan Lemaire født 1942

Dutch Born in Naarden Abstract Expressionism

Following his expulsion from the academy, Lemaire’s artistic practice underwent a significant transformation. Initially influenced by surrealist principles—a legacy of his early encounters with Willy Boers —Lemaire gradually moved towards a more purely abstract approach in the late 1970s and early 1980s. While he may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries—such as Karel Appel or Barnett Newman —his work possesses a quiet intensity and a profound emotional resonance that continues to captivate viewers.

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George Edgar Ohr 1857–1918

Amerikansk Born in Biloxi Abstrakt ekspressionisme

Han bane vejen for teknikker som at vride, folde og strække leret, mens det stadig var vådt, hvilket skabte beholdere, der syntes at udfordre tyngdekraften og stille spørgsmålstegn ved forventninger. Hans glaseringer var lige så eksperimenterende – levende, uforudsigelige og ofte som smeltet metal eller iriserende juveler.

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William Baziotes 1912–1963

American Born in Pittsburgh Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

Within the vibrant, often turbulent constellation of the New York School, few artists captured the ethereal boundary between the conscious mind and the primordial subconscious as poignantly as William Baziotes. Alongside luminaries such as Mark Rothko, Robert Motherwell, and David Hare, Baziotes co-founded the Subjects of the Artist School in 1948.

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David Smith 1906–1965

United States Born in Decatur Abstract expressionism Wikipedia in 12/32 languages

After moving to New York in 1926, he studied at the Art Students League of New York. During the Great Depression, he participated in the Works Progress Administration’s Federal Art Project.

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Theodoros Stamos 1922–1997

Greek-Amerikaner Born in New York City Abstrakt ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

Thodoros Stamos (født 1922 i New York City) var en dansk-amerikansk maler, der betragtes som en af de yngre og mest betydningsfulde kunstnere inden for den amerikanske abstrakt ekspressionisme. Barndom og Uddannelse: Stamos blev født i Lower East Side, New York City, til greske immigranter. Hans tidlige interesse for kunst blomstrede frem ved American Artists School i 1936, hvor han studerede skulptur med Simon Kennedy og Joseph Konzal.

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Shakir Hassan Al-Said 1925–2004

Born in Bagdad

Hans rejse begyndte i 1925 i Samawah, Irak, og hans intellektuelle fundament blev lagt gennem en omfattende uddannelse, der spændte fra en grad i samfundsvidenskab fra Higher Institute of Teachers i Bagdad i 1948 til et diplom i maleri fra Det Fine Kunstinstitut i Bagdad i 1954.

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Bernie Casey 1939–2017

American Abstract Expressionism

Through his ability to transcend the boundaries of race and physicality through abstraction, Bernie Casey left behind a legacy that continues to resonate, reminding us that art is a powerful medium for communicating the unspoken truths of the human spirit.

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Ruth Asawa 1926–2013

Amerikansk Born in Norwalk Modernisme, Skulptur Wikipedia in 11/32 languages

Ruth Aiko Asawa, født i 1926 på en landbrugsejendom i Norwalk, Californien, trådte frem som en af det 20. århundredes mest innovative billedhuggere. Som datter af japanske immigranter oplevede Asawa på egen krop uretfærdigheden og smerten under Anden Verdenskrig, da hun og hendes familie blev tvunelt fjernet fra deres hjem og interneret i lejre for japansk-amerikanere – først ved Santa Anita-væddeløbsbanen og senere i Rohwer War Relocation Center i Arkansas.

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Rochelle Reznik Blumenfeld født 1936

American Born in Pittsburgh Abstract Art

On one hand, she was profoundly moved by the grace of dance, most notably through her series inspired by Alvin Ailey’s American Dance Company and the iconic ballet Revelations. Through these motifs, she explored how light plays upon surfaces, creating works like Skylights, where shadows and sudden illumination evoke the dramatic tension of a mountain landscape under a passing storm. From the Bicentennial Exhibit of “American Painters in Paris” in France to showcases at the Copley Society of Art in Boston and the Westmoreland Museum of American Art in Pennsylvania, her presence in the art world was both enduring and widespread.

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Requena Nozal født 1947

Spanish Born in Zaragoza Encaustic & Abstract Expressionism

Requena Nozal, born in Zaragoza, Spain in 1947, stands as a singular figure within the landscape of contemporary Spanish art. Abstract Expressionist Roots: Drawing inspiration from giants like Willem de Kooning and Jackson Pollock, Nozal skillfully incorporates techniques characteristic of abstract expressionism —splattering, dripping, layering—to generate dynamic compositions brimming with energy and spontaneity. Requena Nozal’s contribution to contemporary art extends beyond his individual creations.

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Alma Thomas 1891–1978

Born in Columbus Wikipedia in 6/32 languages

Hendes forældre, forretningsmanden John Harris Thomas og tøjskaberen Amelia Cantey Thomas, søgte mod Washington, D.C. i 1907, drevet af både de barske realiteter ved racemæssig vold og håbet om bedre uddannelsesmæssige horisonter. Fra 1914 og frem arbejdede hun som lærer i Maryland og Delaware, og hun blev en central figur på Shaw Junior High School fra 1924 til 1960.

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Grace Hartigan 1922–2008

Born in Newark Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

Hun balancerede økonomisk stabilitet gennem arbejde som flyfabrikant tegner med dedikeret studium under Isaac Lane Muse, hvor hun blev introduceret til de transformative værker af Henri Matisse og Kimon Nicolaïdes’ principper for tegning, hvilket lagde grunden til hendes unikke visuelle sprog. Året 1945 markerede Hartigans ankomst til New York City, hvor hun hurtigt fordybede sig i det pulserende downtown kunstmiljø, der ville blive kendt som New York School.

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Norman Bluhm 1921–1999

Born in Chicago Abstract expressionist Wikipedia in 6/32 languages

The Smithsonian American Art Museum holds pieces that reflect this uncompromising stance.

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Yi Eungro 1904–1989

Koreansk-fransk Born in Seoul Østlig & vestlig ekspressionisme

lee ungno, også kendt som yi eungro, var en koreansk-født fransk maler og grafikker, født i Seoul, Sydkorea, i 1904. Hans tidlige år var præget af et kort ophold ved Hongseong Botong Hakyo (홍성보통학교, 홍城초등학교, 洪城普通學校), hvorefter han fra 1920 dedikerede sig til at studere malerkunst under yeomjae song tae-hoe.

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Geta Brătescu 1926–2018

Romanian Born in Ploiesti Conceptual art, Performance art

For Brătescu, the line wasn't merely a formal element; it was a fundamental tool for definition, measurement, and conveying movement—a way to map both physical space and inner states. Her exploration extended beyond static representation into performative realms, using the line to delineate space and trace the boundaries of selfhood. In 2015, she had her first UK solo exhibition at Tate Liverpool, bringing her work to an international audience, culminating in representing Romania at the 57th Venice Biennale in 2017—a landmark moment in her career.

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Hedda Sterne 1910–2011

Rumænien Born in Bukarest Abstrakt ekspressionisme & Surrealisme Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

Hedda Sterne, født Hedwig Lindenberg i Bukarest, Rumænien, i 1910, var en kunstner hvis liv og værk afspejlede et fascinerende krydsfelt mellem kulturer, bevægelser og personlige filosofier. Hendes formelle træning begyndte i 1918 under vejledning af Frederic Storck, en skulptør, der havde undervist hendes lærer Max Hermann Maxy, hvilket satte hende på vej til at engagere sig med nogle af de mest centrale kunstneriske strømninger i det tyvende århundrede.

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Alan Davie 1920–2014

Scottish Born in Grangemouth Zen Painting Style, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 7/32 languages

James Alan Davie (September 28, 1920 – April 5, 2014) was a Scottish painter and musician whose distinctive style fused abstract expressionism with influences from Zen Buddhism and surrealist art. Zen Buddhism’s Impact: A pivotal moment arrived when Davie encountered Eugen Herrigel's book “Zen in the Art of Archery,” sparking an interest in Zen philosophy. He remains an influential artist whose work continues to inspire contemporary artists and collectors alike, embodying a spirit of experimentation and unwavering devotion to conveying profound symbolic meaning.

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George Stefanescu

However, Stefanescu quickly moved beyond mere imitation, developing a unique style characterized by softened forms, atmospheric perspective, and a restrained use of color. This shift can be seen as a response to the socio-political climate of Romania during his formative years, a period marked by significant change and upheaval.

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Sam Gilliam 1933–2022

Amerikaner Born in Tupelo Farvefelt maleri Wikipedia in 3/32 languages

Den følelsesmæssige intensitet hos tyske ekspressionister som Emil Nolde og Paul Klee resonerede med ham, ligesom arbejdet fra Nathan Oliveira fra Bay Area figurative skole. Selv Paul Cézannes udforskning af form og rum efterlod sit spor i hans udviklende stil.

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James Brooks 1906–1992

American Born in St. Louis Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 6/32 languages

Shifted towards Abstract Expressionism, influenced by Surrealist principles. Often used numbers and letters to identify paintings, incorporating nonsense syllables as titles (e.g., Pask, Burwak, Jondol). Died on March 9, 1992, in East Hampton, New York.

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Abraham Rattner 1893–1978

Amerikansk Born in Poughkeepsie Ekspressionisme, Surrealisme Wikipedia in 4/32 languages

Abraham Rattner, født i Poughkeepsie, New York, i 1895, var en kunstner, hvis liv og virke var dybt sammenvævet med det 20. århundredes turbulente strømninger. Rattners tidlige ambitioner hældte mod arkitektur, hvilket han indledningsvist studerede ved George Washington University, men hans sande kald lå i maleriet, hvilket førte ham til videre studier ved Corcoran School of Art og Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts.

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Jack Armstrong

Armstrong’s early career focused on commercial art, creating illustrations for magazines, advertisements, and packaging. These early works featured meticulously rendered images of 1950s gas stations, chrome-laden automobiles, and brightly colored storefronts. American Regionalism: The focus on distinctly American subjects and landscapes connects him to artists like Grant Wood and Thomas Hart Benton.

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Milton Resnick 1917–2004

American Born in Bratslav Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 5/32 languages

Throughout his career, Milton Resnick exhibited widely in prominent galleries including the Poindexter Gallery, Howard Wise Gallery, Max Hutchinson, and Robert Miller, gaining critical acclaim for his unique vision.

Pupil of Hans Hofmann #20

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Alice Rahon 1904–1987

French/Mexican Born in Chenecey-Buillon Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 6/32 languages

A pivotal journey in 1939 alongside her husband, Austrian artist Wolfgang Paalen, and photographer Eva Sulzer, dramatically altered Rahon’s artistic trajectory. What began as an intended brief respite from the looming shadow of World War II evolved into a decades-long exile from Europe, leading the couple to Mexico City. Rahon’s work, deeply rooted in both European Surrealism and Mexican indigenous traditions, played a crucial role in bridging these artistic worlds.

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Fernando de Szyszlo 1925–2017

Peruvian Born in Lima Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 4/32 languages

Beyond his canvas, Szyszlo was a humanist and an educator, serving as a professor of art at Cornell University and contributing significantly to the intellectual life of his country.

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Beauford Delaney 1901–1979

Fransk Born in Knoxville Postimpressionisme Wikipedia in 5/32 languages

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Norman Lewis 1909–1979

American Born in Harlem Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 4/32 languages

Norman Wilfred Lewis, born in Harlem, New York City, in 1909, emerged as a pivotal figure in the American art landscape of the mid-20th century. This commitment is reflected in works like Jazz Musicians (1948), which visually captures the energy and innovation of bebop music—a defining sound of Harlem’s postwar era.

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Teh-Chun Chu 1920–2014

Kinesisk-Fransk Born in Xiao County Abstrakt ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 4/32 languages

Chu Teh-chun, født Zhu Dequn i 1920 i den lille by Baitu i Jiangsu provinsen, nu Anhui provinsen, Kina, står som en monumentalt figur inden for moderne kunst – en maler der ærligt syntetiserede de gamle traditioner af kinesisk maleri med den spirende energi af vestlig abstrakt ekspressionisme.

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Terry Frost 1915–2003

British Born in Leamington Spa Abstract Art Wikipedia in 4/32 languages

Born in Leamington Spa in 1915, Frost’s early years were defined more by manual labor than by the studio.

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Tomie Ohtake 1913–2015

Japansk-brasiliansk Born in Kyoto Informel abstraktionisme Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

tomie ohtake nakakubo, en anerkendt japansk-brasiliansk billedkunstner, blev født den 21. november 1913 i kyoto, japan. Hendes liv tog en uventet drejning, da hun i 1936, i en alder af tyve år, rejste til brasilien for at besøge sin bror, men på grund af krigshandlingerne i Stillehavet under anden verdenskrig blev hun forhindret i at vende hjem.

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Patrick Heron 1920–1999

Born in Leeds Wikipedia in 4/32 languages

Han blev født i Headingley, Leeds, i 1920, og hans kunstneriske rejse begyndte ikke i de lærde akademiers saler, men midt i familiens forretningsliv og den spirende skønhed i det corniske landskab. Et vendepunkt indtraf under en skoletur til National Gallery i London i 1933, hvor et møde med Paul Cézannes værker antændte en livslang passion og dybt formede hans kunstneriske bane.

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Nicola De Maria født 1954

Italian Born in Foglianise Transavanguardia Wikipedia in 5/32 languages

A defining characteristic of De Maria’s practice is his exploration of wall paintings. His 1980 Venice Biennale contribution, “Space Paintings,” further solidified his reputation as a pioneer in this medium. His art is held in prestigious collections worldwide, including those of the Castello di Rivoli Museo d'Arte Contemporanea in Turin and the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam.

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Ian Davenport født 1966

English Born in Sidcup Abstract painter Wikipedia in 4/32 languages

Born in Sidcup, United Kingdom, Davenport has carved out a singular space in the art world through a practice that masterfully marries chance and control. After studying at Northwich College of Art and Design in Cheshire, he moved on to graduate from Goldsmiths College in 1988. Notable achievements include: The Southwark Bridge Commission: A large-scale public work entitled Poured Lines: Southwark, unveiled beneath the arches of the bridge.

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Anne Ryan 1889–1954

American Born in Hoboken Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 4/32 languages

European Sojourn: Lived in Majorca and Paris (1931-1932). Key Turning Point – Kurt Schwitters: In 1948, saw the collages of Kurt Schwitters at the Rose Fried Gallery in New York City.

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Melvin Edwards 1937–2026

American Born in Houston Abstract Sculpture Wikipedia in 3/32 languages

As he moved through the integrated landscapes of Ohio and eventually to California in 1955, Edwards began a transformative journey that would lead him from the foundational disciplines of painting at UCLA to the rugged, industrial mastery of welding and steel assemblage.

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Ulfert Wilke 1907–1987

German-American Born in Bavaria Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 2/32 languages

Born in Bad Tölz, Bavaria, Germany, Wilke’s artistic journey began under the formative influence of his father, Rudolf Wilke—a celebrated illustrator for Simplicissimus magazine—who instilled in him a deep appreciation for satire and visual storytelling.

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John Hoyland 1934–2011

Britisk Born in Sheffield Abstrakt ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 3/32 languages

Hans første soloudstilling på Marlborough New London Gallery i 1964 blev efterfulgt af en betydningsfuld museumsudstilling på Whitechapel Art Gallery i 1967, kurateret af Bryan Robertson. I 1969 opnåede han international anerkendelse ved at repræsentere Storbritannien sammen med Anthony Caro ved São Paulo Biennalen i Brasilien. 1970'erne vidnede et skift i hans teknik; hans malerier blev mere teksturerede, efterhånden som han eksperimenterede med impasto og forskellige materialer.

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Carl Gustaf Nelson 1898–1988

American Born in Hörby Abstract sculpture, Assemblage Wikipedia in 1/32 languages

Nevelson studied at the Art Students League of New York, learning from instructors like Hans Hofmann and Chaim Gross. Early experimentation included found objects, painting, and printing before focusing on sculpture. Louise Nevelson, born Leah Berliawsky in the Poltava Governorate of the Russian Empire (present-day Ukraine), emigrated to the United States with her family in 1905.

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Fritz Bultman 1919–1985

American Born in New Orleans Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 1/32 languages

In 1935, as a young student, Bultman traveled to Munich, a period that would fundamentally reshape his artistic DNA. This connection proved transformative; under the guidance of Hofmann’s rigorous approach to color and space, Bultman moved toward New York and Provincetown, absorbing the burgeoning energy of American avant-garde art. By signing this historic letter alongside giants like Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko, Bultman helped assert the legitimacy of modernism in the American consciousness.

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Frank Hinder 1906–1992

Australisk Born in Summer Hill Modernisme, Abstrakt kunst Wikipedia in 2/32 languages

Francis Henry Critchley Hinder, en australsk maler, billedhugger og kunstlærer, blev født den 26. juni 1906 i Summer Hill, Australien. Hans kunstneriske rejse tog sin begyndelse med en grundig uddannelse ved Julian Ashton Art School i Sydney, og dette fundament skulle senere præge hans betydningsfulde bidrag til både modernistisk skulptur og maleri.

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Eugene Grigsby, Jr. 1918–2013

American Born in Greensboro Abstract/Expressionism Wikipedia in 2/32 languages

Smith University before he transferred to Morehouse College in Atlanta, where he studied under the renowned social activist and artist Hale Woodruff – an influence that would profoundly shape his artistic vision.

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Taro Yamamoto 1919–1994

Born in Hollywood Wikipedia in 1/32 languages

Hans Hofmann School of Fine Arts in New York City (1951-1953). The teachings of Hans Hofmann were particularly influential, shaping Yamamoto’s understanding of color and form.

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Rosemarie Beck 1923–2003

American Born in Westchester County Abstract Expressionism & Figurative Expressionism Wikipedia in 1/32 languages

Her tenure at institutions such as Queens College, Vassar College, and the New York Studio School allowed her to pass on her rigorous approach to both technique and concept. Her contributions are preserved in some of the world's most esteemed institutions, including: The Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C.

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Maurice Cockrill 1936–2013

British Born in Hartlepool Pop Realism, Romantic Expressionism Wikipedia in 1/32 languages

He quickly immersed himself in the city’s vibrant art scene, teaching at St Helen’s School of Art and later at Liverpool Polytechnic. This period witnessed a significant shift in his style – a move away from purely representational approaches towards a more expressive and evocative mode of painting. His work has been exhibited widely throughout Britain and internationally, including retrospectives at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool, Kunstmuseum in Düsseldorf, and the Royal West of England Academy.

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Claudio Verna født 1937

Italian Born in Guardiagrele Pittura Analitica, Minimalism

Claudio Verna, born in the picturesque town of Guardiagrele, Italy, in 1937, embarked on an artistic journey that would establish him as a pivotal figure in Italian post-war painting. In 2008, Verna received the esteemed “Antonio Feltrinelli” Prize for painting from the National Academy of the Lincei, a testament to his significant contributions to the art world.

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Gary Wragg født 1946

Britisk Born in High Wycombe Abstrakt farvefelt

Wraggs kunstneriske rejse begyndte ved High Wycombe School of Art (1962-66) og fortsatte ved Camberwell School of Arts and Crafts (1966-69), hvilket kulminerede i studier ved Slade School of Fine Art (1969-71). Hans værker findes i betydelige samlinger verden over, herunder Den Statslige Russiske Museum i Sankt Petersborg, Rusland; Museum of Fine Arts i Tallahassee, Florida, USA; samt talrige provinsielle, virksomheds- og udenlandske offentlige samlinger.

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Yasha Cyrinski født 1959

Britisk Born in Paris Abstrakt ekspressionisme

I den samtidskunstens vidtstrakte landskab er der få stemmer, der genlyder med så stor stilfærdig intensitet og kulturel dybde som Aisha Cahn. Som britisk samtidskunstner, hvis rødder strækker sig tilbage til de livlige gader i Mumbai, Indien, har Cahn brugt sin karriere på at orkestrere en dyb dialog mellem Østens spirituelle traditioner og Vestens ekspressive frihed.