Which Neo-expressionist autorius is the most famous?

First place goes to Jean-Michel Basquiat (#1); Anselm Kiefer (#2) and Cy Twombly (#3) complete the podium.

Who are the 5 most famous Neo-expressionist autoriai?

Jean-Michel Basquiat (#1), Anselm Kiefer (#2), Cy Twombly (#3), Julian Schnabelis (#4) ir Georgas Baselitzas (#5).

In which period did Neo-expressionist art flourish?

Most autoriai in this list were born in the 1940s (3 of 13), between 1913 and 1968 overall.

Where were most Neo-expressionist autoriai born?

Jungtinės Amerikos Valstijos: 3 of the 13 autoriai in this list were born there, then Vokietija (3) ir United Kingdom (2).

Who are the most famous female Neo-expressionist autoriai?

This list includes 1 women: Jennifer Bartlett (#13).

Who was the first Neo-expressionist autorius?

The earliest-born autorius in this list is Filipas Gustonas (#6), born in 1913.

Which techniques define Neo-expressionist art?

“Kieferio technika pasižymi intensyviu, storu impasto sluoksniuoti paviršių kūrimu.” — from our biography of Anselm Kiefer (#2).

Where are the great works of Neo-expressionist art today?

The museums holding the most key works of this list are Guggenheim muziejus Bilbao (1), Solomon R. Guggenheim muziejus (1) ir Tate Britain (1).

Which city was home to the most Neo-expressionist autoriai?

Bruklinas: 2 of the autoriai in this list were born there.

Who are famous Neo-expressionist autoriai today?

The highest-ranked living autoriai in this list are Anselm Kiefer (#2), Julian Schnabelis (#4), Chris Ofili (#7), Richard John Spare (#8) ir Raineras Fetingo (#9).

Where can I see more works by these autoriai?

Our catalogue holds 545 works by these autoriai.

Neo-expressionist, one artist at a time

13 Famous Neo-expressionist Autoriai Who Shaped the Movement

Jean-Michel Basquiat (1960–1988) is the most famous Neo-expressionist autorius, whose singular vision gave us Untitled - Kaukolė (Platių kolekcija, LA) ir Untitled (ernok). Next stand Anselm Kiefer, Cy Twombly, Julian Schnabelis ir Georgas Baselitzas. These 13 autoriai, from Filipas Gustonas (born 1913) to Chris Ofili (born 1968), came from 5 countries.

Selected by OriginalUniqueArt.com29 spalis 2026

Our selection. Artists whose works our catalogue attaches to Neo-expressionist, in the order of our fame ranking. Artists born after 1955 with no Wikidata identifier stay out until verified. The Wikipedia figure counts our 32 languages with an article on the artist.

1Jean-Michel Basquiat
2Anselm Kiefer
3Cy Twombly

In brief

Neo-expressionist in brief

13Autoriai
1913–1968Gimimo metai
5Gimimo šalys
1Moterys
5Gyvybės menininkai
545Darbai mūsų kataloge

Miestai su didžiačiu gimimų skaičiumi: Bruklinas (2), Donaueschingenas (1), Leksingtonas (1), Deutschbaselitzas (1)
Muziejai, kuriuose saugoma daugiausia pagrindinių veikalų: Guggenheim muziejus Bilbao (1), Solomon R. Guggenheim muziejus (1), Tate Britain (1), Albertina Klosterneuburg (1)
Šios sąrašo moterys: Jennifer Bartlett

One artist at a time

13 Neo-expressionist Autoriai and their signature works

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Jean-Michel Basquiat 1960–1988

Born in Bruklinas Wikipedia in 29/32 languages

Žanas Myšelis Baskiatas (Jean-Michel Basquiat) tarsi žaibas nušvitęs 1980-ųjų meno scenoje, pasižymėjęs nevaldoma energija ir intelektiniu gylumu, o jo poveikis iki šiol rezonuoja. Prieš būdamas pripažintas tapytojas, Baskiatas paliko pėdsaką SAMO pseudonimu kartu su draugu Al Diaz. Baskiato pakilimas buvo įspūdingas. 1982 metais, būdamas vos dvidešimt vienerių metų amžiaus, jis dalyvavo Documenta Kaselyje, Vokietijoje, tapdamas jauniausiu menininku, kada nors eksponavusiuose ten.

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Anselm Kiefer gimė 1945

Born in Donaueschingenas Wikipedia in 23/32 languages

Vokietijoje, Donaueschingen, Kieferio patys egzistavimo pradinės paskirties sąsaja su Antrojo pasaulinio karo pasekmėmis yra neatsiejama. Jo meninė kelionė prasidėjo griežtomis studijomis dirbant su Peteriu Dreheriu ir Horstu Antes didžiojoje Veinheim-Basel dizaino akademijoje, kur sukurtas tvirtas pagrindas jo garsajam eksperimentiniam kūrybos požiūriui. Kieferio kūrybos siela yra giliai į šaknis įsianglęsi praeities literatūros šešėliuose, ypač per prikeliamą Paul Celano poeziją.

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Cy Twombly 1928–2011

Born in Leksingtonas Wikipedia in 21/32 languages

Ankstyvoji studija prie Pierre Daura Vashingtono ir Lee universitete buvo tęsiamas formavimosi patirtis Niujorko „Arts Students League“ ir „Black Mountain College“, kur jis susitiko su tokiomis svarbiais figūromis kaip Robert Rauschenberg, John Cage ir Merce Cunningham. Šie susitikimai sukūrė eksperimentinę ir interdiscipline ir tyrimų aplinką, kuri negrįžtamai pakeitė jo meninę viziją.

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Julian Schnabelis gimė 1951

Amerikos Uniteds Born in Bruklinas Neoekspresionizmas

Gimęs Bruklinėje 1951 m., jis ankstyvojo gyvenimo kursą staigiai pakeitė 1965 m., kai jo šeima persikelbė į Brownsville, Texas – tai buvo formatyvus patirtis, įsidėmėjusi jį svetimio jausmu ir susižavėjimu žalia, nepaformatuota aplinka. Ši dualitė – miesto grubėtė Niujorko prieš platus Teksas as borderlandų peizažus – tapo pagrindine tema visoje jo kūrybinėje kelionėje.

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Georgas Baselitzas 1938–2026

Vokiečių Born in Deutschbaselitzas Neoekspresionizmas Wikipedia in 26/32 languages

Gedamas 1938 m. sausio 23 d. mažame Vokatijos kaimelyje Deutschbaselitz, žmogus, kuris pasauliui tapo žinomas kaip Georgas Baselitzas, buvo didelių permainų ir suvykdymo kūdikis. Augdamas Aukštajame Lusatijos regione tarp tiesioginių ir metaforinių Antrojo pasaulinio karo griuvosių, jo ankstyvoji sąmonė buvo neatsiejama susijusi su sunaikinimo, išmigramos ir suplitusios visuomenės tvarkos temomis. Ši formavimo aplinka – pažymėta bendruomenės praradimu ir ilgalaike okupacijos trauma – tapo jo meninės vizijos pamatu.

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Filipas Gustonas 1913–1980

Born in Monrealis Wikipedia in 15/32 languages

Gimė: Montrealas, Kanada (1913 m. birželio 27 d.). Jo tėvas, ukrainiečių kilmės žydų emigrantas, nusižudė 1923 metais. Šis įvykis negrįžtamai paveikė Gustono meninį vystymąsi. Jis pradėjo piešti dar mažame amžiuje ir lankė Los Angeles Manual Arts vidurinę mokyklą, kur 1ng 1927 metais pradėjo tapyti.

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Chris Ofili gimė 1968

British Born in Manchester Punk art Wikipedia in 10/32 languages

His recognition as a member of the Young British Artists group brought him to the forefront of a generation that redefined contemporary painting. A defining moment in his career arrived in 1998 when he was awarded the prestigious Turner Prize, an achievement that highlighted his ability to spark intense public debate through works such as The Holy Virgin Mary.

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Richard John Spare gimė 1951

Born in London

He has since created a vast body of work comprising over 400 images, primarily inspired by nature and travel. Spare’s works frequently depict wildlife, landscapes, and scenes encountered during his travels, rendered with expressive lines and subtle color palettes. His dedication to traditional printmaking techniques and his commitment to quality have helped preserve this valuable art form.

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Raineras Fetingo gimė 1949

Vokiečių Born in Vilhelmshafenas Neoekspresionizmas Wikipedia in 6/32 languages

Vokijos Vilhelmshaafene, yra viena esminių figūriškos tapybos atgimimo figūrų XX amžiaus pabaigoje. Persikeliant į Berliną 70-ųjų metais, Fettingas įstojo į „Hochschule der Künste“ (Lauksmingųjų menų akademiją), studijuodamas profesorui Hansui Jaenisch. Tačiau būtent už akademijos sienų, augančiojo Vakarų Berlino kontrkultūros sraute, pradėjo kristalizėti jo tikroji meninė tapatybas. 1977 m.

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Richard Spare

British Printmaking, Oil painting

Richard John Spare, born in Chelmsford in 1951, embarked on a journey that would establish him as a pivotal figure in British printmaking and a celebrated artist in his own right. Following college, Spare's apprenticeship with Thomas Ross & Son proved invaluable. In 2025, the Open University bestowed upon him an Honorary Doctorate, recognizing his significant “Services to the Arts.” His works now reside in esteemed public collections including the Victoria & Albert Museum, British Library, and Hunterian Art Gallery, cementing his place within the canon of contemporary British art.

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Anthony Sims

American Neo-expressionism, Glitch art

What sets Sims apart is not just his artistic vision but also his technical background. His interest in blockchain technology extends beyond mere artistic application, envisioning an NFT museum in Memphis dedicated to showcasing local talent and bridging the gap between physical and digital artworks.

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Thiago Boecan

Brazilian ['Neo-Figurative Art', 'Abstract Art']

The influence of Brazilian Neo- Figurative Art is palpable – a movement known for its psychological intensity and exploration of the human condition. This process often involves a captivating interplay of vibrant reds and browns, as seen in works like ‘ Color Study C-1 ’, where color itself becomes a vehicle for exploring internal tensions.

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Jennifer Bartlett 1941–2022

Amerika Born in Long Byčas Konceptualus menas ir neoekspresionizmas Wikipedia in 4/32 languages

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Signature works

Signature Neo-expressionist works

Untitled - Kaukolė (Platių kolekcija, LA)

Jean-Michel Basquiat

1981
Böhmen liegt am Meer (Bohemia Lies by the Sea)

Anselm Kiefer

1996
Cold Stream

Cy Twombly

1966
Ornamental Despair

Julian Schnabelis
Da. Portrait (Franz Dahlem)

Georgas Baselitzas

1969
The Pit

Filipas Gustonas

1976
The Holy Virgin Mary

Chris Ofili

1996 · MOMA - Moderniosios menų muziejus, Niujorkas
Puffin Pair

Richard John Spare

2010

A timeline

Neo-expressionist through its signature works

Figures

The figures

Gimimo šalis
Jungtinės Amerikos Valstijos	3
Vokietija	3
United Kingdom	2
JAV	1
Kanada	1

Gimimo decenija
1910s	1
1920s	1
1930s	1
1940s	3
1950s	2
1960s	2

Muzejaus, kuriuose saugomi pagrindiniai šie darbai
Guggenheim muziejus Bilbao	1
Solomon R. Guggenheim muziejus	1
Tate Britain	1
Albertina Klosterneuburg	1
Tate Modern	1
MOMA - Moderniosios menų muziejus	1
Arts Council Collection	1
Dortmunder U	1

Every name

List of 13 famous Neo-expressionist autoriai, every name

1Jean-Michel Basquiat1960–1988
2Anselm Kiefergimė 1945
3Cy Twombly1928–2011
4Julian SchnabelisAmerikos Uniteds · gimė 1951
5Georgas BaselitzasVokiečių · 1938–2026
6Filipas Gustonas1913–1980
7Chris OfiliBritish · gimė 1968
8Richard John Sparegimė 1951
9Raineras FetingoVokiečių · gimė 1949
10Richard SpareBritish ·
11Anthony SimsAmerican ·
12Thiago BoecanBrazilian ·
13Jennifer BartlettAmerika · 1941–2022

Questions

Your questions

Which Neo-expressionist autorius is the most famous?
First place goes to Jean-Michel Basquiat (#1); Anselm Kiefer (#2) and Cy Twombly (#3) complete the podium.
Who are the 5 most famous Neo-expressionist autoriai?
Jean-Michel Basquiat (#1), Anselm Kiefer (#2), Cy Twombly (#3), Julian Schnabelis (#4) ir Georgas Baselitzas (#5).
In which period did Neo-expressionist art flourish?
Most autoriai in this list were born in the 1940s (3 of 13), between 1913 and 1968 overall.
Where were most Neo-expressionist autoriai born?
Jungtinės Amerikos Valstijos: 3 of the 13 autoriai in this list were born there, then Vokietija (3) ir United Kingdom (2).
Who are the most famous female Neo-expressionist autoriai?
This list includes 1 women: Jennifer Bartlett (#13).
Who was the first Neo-expressionist autorius?
The earliest-born autorius in this list is Filipas Gustonas (#6), born in 1913.
Which techniques define Neo-expressionist art?
“Kieferio technika pasižymi intensyviu, storu impasto sluoksniuoti paviršių kūrimu.” — from our biography of Anselm Kiefer (#2).
Where are the great works of Neo-expressionist art today?
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Guggenheim muziejus Bilbao (1), Solomon R. Guggenheim muziejus (1) ir Tate Britain (1).
Which city was home to the most Neo-expressionist autoriai?
Bruklinas: 2 of the autoriai in this list were born there.
Who are famous Neo-expressionist autoriai today?
The highest-ranked living autoriai in this list are Anselm Kiefer (#2), Julian Schnabelis (#4), Chris Ofili (#7), Richard John Spare (#8) ir Raineras Fetingo (#9).
Where can I see more works by these autoriai?
Our catalogue holds 545 works by these autoriai.