Abstract Art, one artist at a time
Hilma Af Klint (1862–1944) is the most famous Abstract Art umelec, whose singular vision gave us They tens mainstay IV a Portrait. Next stand Johannes Itten, Constantin Brâncuși, Yoo Youngkuk a Douglas Abdell. These 17 umelci, from Hilma Af Klint (born 1862) to Charles Gibbons (born 1957), came from 14 countries.
Our selection. Artists whose works our catalogue attaches to Abstract Art, 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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Švédska Born in Solna Abstraktné umenie, Spiritualizmus Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
V roku 1906 Hilma Af Klint obdržala to, čo považovala za svoju konečnú misiu od vyššej moci – príkaz vytvoriť sériu obrazov pre chrám, ktorý by slúžil ako duchovný priestor. Plátna vybuchujú abstraktnými formami, symbolickou obrazovosťou čerpanou z rozmanitých ezoterických tradícii a vibrujúcou paletou farieb.
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Švajcára Born in Suedern Linden Výtvarné umenie, Bauhaus Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
Gropius prioritized industrial design and mass production, a vision that clashed with Itten’s unwavering commitment to individual expression and spiritual exploration. Undeterred, Itten established the “ontos weaving workshops” near Zurich in 1924, collaborating closely with Bauhaus weaver Gunta Stölzl—a partnership that solidified his belief in collaborative artistic endeavors. Johannes Itten, born in 1888 in the tranquil Swiss village of Südern-Linden, was more than just a painter; he was a visionary educator who fundamentally reshaped the landscape of modern art instruction.
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Rumun Born in Hădărămaș Modernizmus
Narodený v roku 1876 v rumunskej Hădărămaș, Brâncuși sa vydal na výnimočnú cestu z prostých začiatkov až k pozícii jedného z najvýznamnejších inovátorov abstraktného umenia. Trajektória Brâncušiho kariéry prešla hlbokou transformáciou počas jeho pôsobenia v Paríži medzi rokmi 1906 a 1914. Ponorený do rozkvitajúcej avantgardnej scény, vstúpil do dialógu s pulzujúcou energiou École de Paris, čo ho pohlo v smere k čoraz reduktívnejším formám.
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Južnohorský Born in Ulčín Abstraktné umielenskosť
Narodený v roku 1916 v pobrežnom mestečku Uljin v Južnej Kórei, prežíval svoju umeleckú cestu ako neustále hľadanie a neochvakiteľnú oddanososť k vytvoreniu nového vizuálneho jazyka pre národ zápasujúci s identitou a modernou. Yooova cesta k abstrakcii začala formálnym tréningom na univerzite Bunka Gakuin v Tokiu, kde v roku 1938 úspešne absolvoval odbor olejomaľby.
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American Born in Boston Contemporary sculpture
His focus on the Mediterranean region—a crossroads of civilizations and a site of ongoing conflict—provides a distinctive perspective within the broader context of contemporary art.
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Canadian Born in Montreal Abstract art, Painters Eleven
Birth and Background: Luke was born on May 14, 1901, in Montreal. Community Involvement: Beyond painting, Luke actively contributed to the arts community in Oshawa. Recognition and Collections: Luke’s contribution is recognized through her inclusion in major collections, including: MCMichael Canadian Art Collection: A leading institution dedicated to showcasing Canadian art.
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Romanian Born in Călinesti Abstract Modernist
In 1963, his studies at the Accademia di Belle Arti Pietro Vannucci in Perugia, Italy, further refined his understanding of classical construction and modern experimentation. Beyond the canvas, Șaru was a man of diverse creative pursuits; he designed public mosaics, illustrated children's books, and collaborated on intricate tapestry works with his wife, the artist Liana Saru. Gheorghe Șaru, known to many as George Saru, was a painter whose life and work served as a bridge between the rich traditions of Romanian folk art and the experimental frontiers of European modernism.
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British Geometric squares
Brighton’s artistic development wasn't entirely solitary; he drew inspiration from a diverse range of sources. He developed a distinctly personal vocabulary within this framework, prioritizing the interplay of color and the dynamic tension between positive and negative space. The influence of Josef Albers ' "Homage to the Square" is also evident – Albers ’ exploration of how colors interact when placed adjacent to each other served as a crucial guide for Brighton, demonstrating that the meaning of a color isn’t inherent but rather emerges from its relationship with others.
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Švajčiarsky Born in Zürich Konštruktivizmus
Narodený v Zürichu v roku 1914, jeho rané roky boli sprevádzané osobnou tragédiou a nestabilitou; strata otca počas Veľkej vojny a zložitý boj jeho matky s duševným zdravím vytvorili prostredie, ktoré si vyžadovalo nesmiernu odolnosť. Práve tu sa pohyboval v orbitách velikánov, akými boli Oskar Kokoschka a Ernst Ludwig Kirchner.
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Ukrainian Born in Lviv Abstract art, Nonconformism
He continued his education at the Lviv Institute of Applied and Decorative Art, where he formed a crucial relationship with Roman Selskyi, who became a lifelong friend and mentor. However, Zvirynskyi’s studies were interrupted in 1949 when he was expelled for openly criticizing socialist realism —a testament to his early commitment to artistic freedom. Born in the small village of Lavriv nestled within the Carpathian Mountains, Zvirynskyi’s journey was one of quiet rebellion and profound spiritual exploration, ultimately establishing him as a key exponent of abstract expressionism and a significant contributor to the Soviet nonconformist art movement.
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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.
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Georgiaanský Born in Kutaisi Avant-garde, Kubizmus Wikipedia in 9/32 languages
David Kakabadze (1889 - 1952) predstavuje jednu z najvýznamnejších postav georgianskej avantgardy, umeleckého smeru, ktorý zásadne ovplyvnil slovanský umenie prvého poloviska القرن XX. Narodil sa v obci Kukhi blízko mesta Khoni, Georgia, v roku 1889. Po krátkom pôsobiacom období učiteľstva a maľby v Tbilisi vycestoval Kakabadze v roku 1919 do Paríža, kde žil až do roku 1927.
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Poľský Born in Rabka-Zdrój Op Art, Konkrétna umelecká tvorba Wikipedia in 5/32 languages
Andrzej Nowacki, born in 1953, a remarkable figure of Polish Abstract Art and Op Art, resides currently in Berlin. A restless spirit propelled him to pursue higher education abroad, initially delving into Scandinavian languages at Gothenburg University before pivoting towards Art History at Innsbruck, Austria – a dual intellectual pursuit that profoundly influenced his artistic vision.
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Belgian Born in Diegem Abstract, Cubism, Constructivism, Surrealism Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
It was during this period that he encountered René Magritte, a relationship that proved profoundly influential. Prior to his studies at the Academy, Servranckx worked as a designer for the wallpaper factory Usines Peters-Lacroix (U.P.L.), an experience that likely informed his later interest in geometric patterns and industrial aesthetics. Notably, Servranckx favored simple, often neutral titles like “ Opus 1,” “Opus 2,” etc., for his paintings – a deliberate strategy designed to strip away any referential context and allow viewers to engage with the work purely on its formal qualities.
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Kanadský Born in Zimbabwe Abstraktný expresionizmus Wikipedia in 2/32 languages
Charles Gibbons, kanadský umelec narodený v roku 1957, vyvoláva v umeleckom svete vlny svojimi pútavými dechavými dielami v štýle abstraktného expresionizmu. Hoci sú konkrétne detaily o jeho výstavách vzácne, Gibbonsova práca je dostupná na rôznych online platformách, vrátane stránky Charles Gibbons na AllPaintingsStore.com, ktorá prezentuje výber jeho abstraktno-expresionistických diel. Keďže sa svet umenia neustále vyvíja, bude fascinujúce sledovať, ako sa Gibbonsov štýl prispôsobí novým trendom a vplyvom.
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Britská Born in Sheffield Abstraktný expresionizmus Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
Po jeho prvej sólovej výstavbe v Marlborough New London Gallery v roku 1964 nasledovala významná múzeálna výstava v Whitechapel Art Gallery v roku 1967, ktorú kurátoroval Bryan Robertson. V roku 1969 dosiahol medzinárodné uznanie predstavovaním Veľkej Británie spolu s Anthonym Carom na São Paulo Biennale v Brazílii. 70. roky priniesli zmenu v jeho technike; jeho maľby sa stali textúrovanejšími, keď experimentoval s impastom a rôznymi materiálmi.
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Brazílsky Born in São Paulo Abstraktné maľovanie, Grupo Santa Helena Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
aldo cláudio felipe bonadei, uznávaný brazílsky maliar talianskeho pôvodu, sa narodil 17. júna 1906 v meste são paulo v Brazílii. V období medzi rokmi 1923 a 1928 Aldo študoval pod vedením váženého brazílskho akademického maliara pedra alexandrina a pravidelne navštevoval ateliéry talianskych umelcov, medzi nich antonia rocca a amadea scavone.
Signature works
A timeline
Figures
| Švajčiarsko | 2 |
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| Švédsko | 1 |
| Rumsko | 1 |
| Južná Korea | 1 |
| United States of America | 1 |
| Canada | 1 |
| Romania | 1 |
| Ukraine | 1 |
| 1860s | 1 |
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| 1870s | 1 |
| 1880s | 2 |
| 1890s | 1 |
| 1900s | 2 |
| 1910s | 2 |
| 1920s | 2 |
| 1930s | 2 |
| 1940s | 1 |
| 1950s | 2 |
| Maritime Museum | 1 |
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| National Gallery of Art | 1 |
| MAM Rio | 1 |
| MoMA - Museum of Modern Art | 1 |
| The Robert McLaughlin Gallery | 1 |
| Národná galéria Kanady | 1 |
| Sheffield Central Library | 1 |
| USI Università della Svizzera italiana | 1 |
Every name
Hilma Af KlintŠvédska · 1862–1944Johannes IttenŠvajcára · 1888–1967Constantin BrâncușiRumun · 1876–1957Yoo YoungkukJužnohorský · 1916–2002Douglas AbdellAmerican · narodený 1947Margaret Alexandra LukeCanadian · 1901–1967Gheorghe ȘaruRomanian · 1920–2003Bob BrightonBritish · 1936–2017Karl SchmidŠvajčiarsky · 1914–1998Karlo ZvirynskyiUkrainian · 1923–1997Thiago BoecanBrazilian · David KakabadzeGeorgiaanský · 1889–1952Andrej NovackiPoľský · narodený 1953Victor ServranckxBelgian · 1897–1965Charles GibbonsKanadský · narodený 1957John HoylandBritská · 1934–2011Aldo Cláudio Felipe BonadeiBrazílsky · 1906–1974Questions
First place goes to Hilma Af Klint (#1); Johannes Itten (#2) and Constantin Brâncuși (#3) complete the podium.
Hilma Af Klint (#1), Johannes Itten (#2), Constantin Brâncuși (#3), Yoo Youngkuk (#4) a Douglas Abdell (#5).
The earliest-born umelec in this list is Hilma Af Klint (#1), born in 1862.
“He theorized seven distinct types of color contrast – hue, value, temperature, complements (neutralization), simultaneous contrast, saturation, and extension—and devised a series of exercises designed to unlock an intuitive understanding of these principles.” — from our biography of Johannes Itten (#2).
Švajčiarsko: 2 of the 17 umelci in this list were born there, then Švédsko (1) a Rumsko (1).
This list includes 2 women: Hilma Af Klint (#1) a Margaret Alexandra Luke (#6).
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Maritime Museum (1), National Gallery of Art (1) a MAM Rio (1).
Most umelci in this list were born in the 1880s (2 of 17), between 1862 and 1957 overall.
The highest-ranked living umelci in this list are Douglas Abdell (#5), Andrej Novacki (#13) a Charles Gibbons (#15).
Our catalogue holds 390 works by these umelci.
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