Neo-expressionist, one artist at a time
Jean Michel Basquiat (1960–1988) is the most famous Neo-expressionist umelec, whose singular vision gave us Niečo ďalšie a Fishing Fish. Next stand Anselm Kiefer, Cy Twombly, Julian Schnabel a Georg Baselitz. These 13 umelci, from Filip Gustín (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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Americký Born in Brooklyn Neo-expresionizmus 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.
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Nemecký Born in Donaueschingen Neoexpresionizmus Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
Narodený v roku 1945 v nemeckom meste Donaueschingen je Kieferova samotná existencia neoddieľne prepojená s následkami druhej svetovej vojny. Jeho umelecká cesta začala prísnymi štúdiami u Petra Drehera a Horsta Antes na Hochschule für Gestaltung Weinheim-Basel, kde si vybudoval základy svojho presslávneho experimentálneho prístupu k tvorbe. Duša Kieferovho diela je hlboko zakorenená v literárnych tieňoch minulosti, najmä v mrazivej poézii Paula Celana.
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Amerikanec Born in Lexington Abstraktný expresionizmus Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
Jeho skoré štúdium pod Pierre Daura na Washington and Lee University nasledovalo za formálnymi skúsenosťami na Art Students League of New York a Black Mountain College, kde stretol kľúčové postavy ako Robert Rauschenberg, John Cage a Merce Cunningham.
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Američan Born in Brooklyn Neoexpresionizmus
Julian Charles Schnabel sa narodil 26. októbra 1951 v Brooklyne, NY, ako najmladší z troch detí. Jeho rodičia sú Jack Schnabel, imigrácia zo Slovenska, a Esther Schnabel z NY.
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Nemec Born in Deutschbaselitz Neo-expresionizmus Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
Vyrastajúc v regióne Horná Lužica uprostred doslovného aj metaforického troskoviska druhej svetovej vojny, jeho rané vedomie bolo neoddeliteľne spojené s tematikou destrukcie, vysídľovania a roztrateného poriadku rozpoltenej spoločnosti. Vplyv jeho otca, učiteľa základnej školy, pod Sieľil disciplinovaný prístup k pozorování, zatiaľ čo hlboké spisy Jakoba Böhme dodali jeho svetopletu duchovnú a filozofickú komplexnosť.
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Kanadskej a americkej Born in Montreal ['Abstraktny expresionizmus', 'Neo-expresionizmus'] Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
Philip Guston, narodený ako Phillip Goldstein v Montreale v Kanade v roku 1913, bol kanadsko-americký maliar a grafík, ktorého tvorivá cesta trvala viac než štyri desaťročia. Začal kresliť už v mladom veku a navštevoval Los Angeles Manual Arts High School, kde začal maľovať v roku 1927. Neskôr prijal abstrakciu a stal sa významnou postavou New York School po boku umelcov ako Jackson Pollock a Willem de Kooning.
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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Nemecká Born in Wilhelmshaven Neo-expresionizmus Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
Rainer Fetting, narodený v roku 1949 v nemeckom Wilhelmshavene, predstavuje kľúčovú postać pre renesanciu figuratívneho maliarstva v neskej 20. centre. Po presťahovaní do Berlína na začiatku 70. rokov sa Fetting zapísal na Hochschule der Künste (Akadémia krásnych umení), kde študoval pod vedením profesora Hansa Jaenischa. V roku 1977 spoluzaložil Galerie am Moritzplatz spolu s Helmutom Middendorfom, Berndom Zimmerom, Salomé, Anne Jud a Bertholdom Schepersom.
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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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Američanka Born in Long Beach Konceptualné umenie a neoexpresionizmus Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
Signature works
A timeline
Figures
| Spojené štáty americké | 3 |
|---|---|
| Nemecko | 3 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
| USA | 1 |
| Kanada | 1 |
| 1910s | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 1 |
| 1930s | 1 |
| 1940s | 3 |
| 1950s | 2 |
| 1960s | 2 |
| Guggenheim Museum Bilbao | 2 |
|---|---|
| Toledo Museum of Art | 1 |
| Metropolitné múzeum umenia | 1 |
| Albertina Klosterneuburg | 1 |
| Tate Britain | 1 |
| Tate Modern | 1 |
| Arts Council Collection | 1 |
| MoMA - Museum of Modern Art | 1 |
Every name
Jean Michel BasquiatAmerický · 1960–1988Anselm KieferNemecký · narodený 1945Cy TwomblyAmerikanec · 1928–2011Julian SchnabelAmeričan · narodený 1951Georg BaselitzNemec · 1938–2026Filip GustínKanadskej a americkej · 1913–1980Chris OfiliBritish · narodený 1968Richard John Sparenarodený 1951Rainer FettingNemecká · narodený 1949Richard SpareBritish · Anthony SimsAmerican · Thiago BoecanBrazilian · Jennifer BartlettAmeričanka · 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) a Georg Baselitz (#5).
This list includes 1 women: Jennifer Bartlett (#13).
Spojené štáty americké: 3 of the 13 umelci in this list were born there, then Nemecko (3) a United Kingdom (2).
The earliest-born umelec in this list is Filip Gustín (#6), born in 1913.
The highest-ranked living umelci in this list are Anselm Kiefer (#2), Julian Schnabel (#4), Chris Ofili (#7), Richard John Spare (#8) a Rainer Fetting (#9).
Most umelci in this list were born in the 1940s (3 of 13), between 1913 and 1968 overall.
Brooklyn: 2 of the umelci in this list were born there.
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Guggenheim Museum Bilbao (2), Toledo Museum of Art (1) a Metropolitné múzeum umenia (1).
Our catalogue holds 545 works by these umelci.
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Slávni umelci Early MedievalSnowy River · Wang Wei
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Slávni umelci Late MedievalVozznosť a dvaja svätí · Simone Martini
Slávni umelci RenaissanceStvorenie Adama · Michelangelo Buonarroti
Slávni umelci Early ModernVolanie svätého Matúša · Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio
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