Neo-expressionist, one artist at a time
Jean Michel Basquiat (1960–1988) is the most famous Neo-expressionist artist, whose singular vision gave us Untitled (ernok) și Fishing Fish. Next stand Anselm Kiefer, Cy Twombly, Julian Schnabel și Georg Baselitz. These 13 artizii, from Philip Guston (born 1913) to Chris Ofili (born 1968), came from 5 countries.
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.
In brief
One artist at a time
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American Born in Brooklyn Neo-Expressionism Wikipedia in 29/32 languages
By the early 1980s, Basquiat transitioned from graffiti to canvas, rapidly gaining recognition within the New York art world. The crown, perhaps his most iconic symbol, has been interpreted as a representation of aspiration, self-mythologization, and the complexities of Black identity in America. In the years since his death, Basquiat’s reputation has only grown.
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German Born in Donaueschingen Neo-Expresionism Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
Anselm Kiefer se impune ca una dintre cele mai profunde și distincte voci ale Neoexpresionismului, un curent artistic care a apărut la sfârșitul anilor '70 și începutul anilor '80 ca o reacție puternică împotriva austerității Minimalismului și a Artelor Conceptuale. Născut în Donaueschingen, Germania, în 1945, însăși existența lui Kiefer este indisolubil legată de repercusiiunile celui de-al Doilea Război Mondial.
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American Born in Lexington Expresionism Abstract Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
Deși independent în mod remarcabil, opera lui Twombly nu a fost creată într-un vid. Mitul clasic și istoria au jucat, de asemenea, un rol semnificativ, oferindu-i o bogată tapiserie de teme și simboluri de explorat.
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American Born in Brooklyn Neo-Expressionism
În timpul studiilor sale universitare, el a fost influențat puternic de ideile estetice ale unor maeștri ai artei europene și americane precum Michelangelo Buonarroti și Edvard Munch, fiind fascinat de operele acestora și încercând să înțeleagă semnificația lor profundă.
Signature works · The 100 signature works
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German Born in Deutschbaselitz Neo-Expresionism Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
Născut Hans-Georg Bruno Kern pe 23 ianuarie 1938, în micul sat german Deutschbaselitz, artistul care avea să fie cunoscut în întreaga lume sub numele de Georg Baselitz a fost un copil al unei perioade de profunde tranziție și agitație.
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Born in Montréal Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
Anii '50 au consacrat pe Guston ca un exponent important al expresionismului abstract, alături de nume precum Jackson Pollock și Willem de Kooning. Această schimbare a fost întâmpinată cu scepticism și chiar ostilitate din partea unor critici care îl acuzau pe Guston că trădează idealurile expresionismului abstract.
Signature works · The 100 signature works
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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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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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German Born in Wilhelmshaven Neo-Expresionism Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
Rainer Fetting, născut în Wilhelmshaven, Germania, în 1949, reprezintă o figură esențială în renașterea picturii figurative din sfârșitul secolului XX. Mutându-se la Berlin la începutul anilor 1970, Fetting s-a înscris la Hochschule der Künste (Academia de Arte Frumoase), studiind sub îndrumarea profesorului Hans Jaenisch. În 1977, Fetting a co-fondat Galerie am Moritzplatz alături de Helmut Middendorf, Bernd Zimmer, Salomé, Anne Jud și Berthold Schepers.
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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.
Signature works · The 100 signature works
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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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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.
Signature works · The 100 signature works
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American Born in Long Beach Conceptual Art & Neo-Expressionism Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
It was at Yale, during an era dominated by the starkness of Minimalism, that she encountered a constellation of masters including Josef Albers, Jack Tworkov, Jim Dine, and Richard Serra.
Signature works
A timeline
Figures
| Statele Unite ale Americii | 3 |
|---|---|
| Germania | 3 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
| SUA | 1 |
| Canada | 1 |
| 1910s | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 1 |
| 1930s | 1 |
| 1940s | 3 |
| 1950s | 2 |
| 1960s | 2 |
| Muzeul Solomon R. Guggenheim | 1 |
|---|---|
| Guggenheim Museum Bilbao | 1 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | 1 |
| Tate Britain | 1 |
| Albertina Klosterneuburg | 1 |
| Kunsthaus Zürich | 1 |
| Tate Modern | 1 |
| Arts Council Collection | 1 |
Every name
Jean Michel BasquiatAmerican · 1960–1988Anselm KieferGerman · născut în 1945Cy TwomblyAmerican · 1928–2011Julian SchnabelAmerican · născut în 1951Georg BaselitzGerman · 1938–2026Philip Guston1913–1980Chris OfiliBritish · născut în 1968Richard John Sparenăscut în 1951Rainer FettingGerman · născut în 1949Richard SpareBritish · Anthony SimsAmerican · Thiago BoecanBrazilian · Jennifer BartlettAmerican · 1941–2022Questions
First place goes to Jean Michel Basquiat (#1); Anselm Kiefer (#2) and Cy Twombly (#3) complete the podium.
Jean Michel Basquiat (#1), Anselm Kiefer (#2), Cy Twombly (#3), Julian Schnabel (#4) și Georg Baselitz (#5).
Most artizii in this list were born in the 1940s (3 of 13), between 1913 and 1968 overall.
Statele Unite ale Americii: 3 of the 13 artizii in this list were born there, then Germania (3) și United Kingdom (2).
This list includes 1 women: Jennifer Bartlett (#13).
The earliest-born artist in this list is Philip Guston (#6), born in 1913.
“Tehnica lui Kiefer este caracterizată printr-un impasto intens și gros.” — from our biography of Anselm Kiefer (#2).
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Muzeul Solomon R. Guggenheim (1), Guggenheim Museum Bilbao (1) și Metropolitan Museum of Art (1).
Brooklyn: 2 of the artizii in this list were born there.
The highest-ranked living artizii in this list are Anselm Kiefer (#2), Julian Schnabel (#4), Chris Ofili (#7), Richard John Spare (#8) și Rainer Fetting (#9).
Our catalogue holds 545 works by these artizii.
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