Pop Art masters, in order
The most famous Pop Art артист is Анди Уорхол (1928–1987), known for Мао и Марилин Диптих. Next come Дейвид Хокни, Джаспър Джонс, Рой Лихтенщайн и Яйои Кусама. This ranking of the 74 most famous Pop Art артисти runs from Ричард Линднер (born 1901) to Aya Takano (born 1976), across 26 countries.
How this list is ranked. Artists whose works our catalogue files under Pop Art, in the order of our fame ranking of artists. Artists without a Wikidata identifier born after 1955 are left out until verified. The Wikipedia figure next to each name is the number of our 32 languages in which Wikipedia has an article on the artist.
The essentials
Ranked, with their masterpieces
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Френска Born in Ньой сюр Сен Нов реализъм Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
Niki de Saint Phalle was born Catherine Marie-Agnès Fal de Saint Phalle on October 29, 1930, in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France. Her father, André Marie de Saint Phalle, whose banking company went bankrupt during the Wall Street Crash of 1929, came from an old noble family from France.
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Шведско-американска Born in Малмьо Поп арт Wikipedia in 25/32 languages
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Американски Born in Йорк Поп арт, Скулптура Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
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Японски Born in Токио Суперфлат, Нео-поп Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
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Германец Born in Олешница Капиталист Реализъм; Ньооекпресионизъм Wikipedia in 22/32 languages
Before dedicating himself fully to painting, Polke underwent an apprenticeship as a stained-glass worker in Düsseldorf (1959-1960), a formative experience that honed his technical skill and introduced him to the possibilities of manipulating light and color, skills he would later subtly incorporate into his own paintings. He died in Cologne in June 2010 after a long battle with cancer, leaving behind a body of work that continues to inspire and provoke – a testament to his unique vision and enduring legacy.
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Американски Born in Гранд Фоксс Поп арт Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
Rosenquist achieved international acclaim in 1965 with the exhibition of F-111 at Leo Castelli Gallery—a pivotal moment that solidified his position as a leader within the Pop Art movement.
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Born in Омаха Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
Standard Station (1966): Квинтсенциално представяне на американската архитектура край пътя. Large Trademark (1962): Ранен пример за неговите картини, базирани на думи. Hollywood (1982): Отразява емблематичните образи на Лос Анджелис.
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Американски Born in Ню Йорк Поп арт, Фигуративна изкуство Wikipedia in 13/32 languages
Katz също така използва стратегии, заимствани от фотографията и киното – рязане, декупаж и повторение – за създаване на ритъм в своите картини.
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Французско-венецуелско-американска Born in Париж Поп арт, Асамблайж Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
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Американски Born in Синсинати Поп арт, Нео-дадаизъм Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
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Американски Born in Мейса Поп арт, Стил живопис Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
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Германо-американска Born in Хамбург Урбанистичен еротизъм, Поп арт, Киберпънк
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American Born in Fort Dodge Pop Art, Serigraphy
Increasing tensions with church leadership ultimately led Corita to leave the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart in 1968, relocating to Boston where she continued to create art, focusing on watercolor painting alongside her printmaking.
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Japanese Born in Saitama Superflat
The historical significance of Aya Takano lies in her ability to elevate the visual vocabulary of "low" culture—manga, anime, and science fiction—into the realm of high contemporary art.
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Британски Born in Бермингам Поп арт
Phillips quickly distinguished himself as an originator of Pop Art within Britain, though his approach possessed a distinct character compared to his American counterparts. This inclination was powerfully reinforced in 1964 when he was awarded a Harkness Fellowship, enabling him to spend time in New York City. Peter Phillips’ artistic legacy extends beyond his individual creations; he championed the transformative potential of collage and montage as tools for social commentary.
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Японски Born in Нишиваки Психоделична изкуство; Постмодернистки изкуство; Колаж изкуство; Буто театър
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Born in Graz Wikipedia in 13/32 languages
Initially, she drew inspiration from artists like Serge Poliakoff of the École de Paris. While often categorized within Pop Art, she frequently expressed reservations about being solely defined by this movement.
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American Born in Hollywood Pop Art; Soft Sculpture
Born in 1942, Haworth was immersed in a world where art was not merely an academic pursuit but a way of life. Her academic path took her from the University of California, Los Angeles, to the heart of the London art scene in 1961. Pop Culture Integration: Redefining the album cover as a legitimate site for complex, multi-layered fine art expression.
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Аржентинска Born in Буенес Айрес Концептуално изкуство и перформанс изкуство
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Welsh Born in Glynneath Parlour Cabinet Painting
Ken Elias (b.1944) is a Welsh artist whose distinctive style—characterized by bold geometric forms and layered narratives—has cemented his place as one of Wales’s most celebrated contemporary painters. Ken Elias' enduring contribution to Welsh art has been recognized by fellow artists and critics alike.
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Американски Born in Берлин Поп арт и психоделична естетика Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
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Icelandic Born in Ólafsvík Surrealism Wikipedia in 13/32 languages
Born Gudmundur Gudmundsson in the quiet coastal town of Olafsvik, Iceland, in 1932, the artist known as erro stands as a singular and transformative figure within the landscape of modern art. Drawing profound inspiration from Dada and Surrealism —specifically the provocative philosophies of André Breton and Max Ernst —erró embraced the power of the unexpected. His inclusion in landmark exhibitions, such as the Tate Modern’s “World Goes Pop,” highlighted his role as a vital voice in an era of globalized visual culture.
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British Born in Southampton Pop Art Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
Born in the coastal city of Southampton in 1937, Allen Jones emerged as one of the most striking and controversial voices within the British Pop Art movement. The essence of Jones’s work lies in its masterful, often jarring, juxtaposition of the organic and the artificial. His legacy is defined by several key contributions: The Reinterpretation of Pop Art: Moving beyond mere celebration of consumerism to provide a critical, psychological critique of mass culture.
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Colombian Born in Tunja
Beatriz González Aranda did not merely paint; she archived the fractures of a nation. To look at her work is to confront the tension between the domestic and the political, a friction that defined the Colombian experience during the era of La Violencia.
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American Born in Tahoka Pop Art, Expressionism Wikipedia in 11/32 languages
He is recognized not just as a Pop Art pioneer but as an artist whose emotionally charged style set him apart from many of his contemporaries.
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English Born in London British Pop Art Wikipedia in 9/32 languages
The work of Pauline Boty is characterized by a profound joy in self-assured femininity and female sexuality, often paired with a sharp, implicit criticism of the "man's world" she inhabited.
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Japanese Born in Tokyo Pop Art, Neo-Dada, Surrealism
Tanaami’s visual language operates through a deliberate collision of scales and subjects. This friction between the domestic and the destructive creates a specific tension. Instead of focusing solely on consumerism, he used the repetitive, bold structures of Western Pop Art to organize the chaos of his own subconscious.
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American Born in Grand Rapids Pop Art
Dowd’s artistic technique was characterized by an unwavering commitment to meticulous observation and painstaking execution. He employed mezzotint printing, a process known for its ability to achieve exceptionally subtle tonal gradations—a crucial element in conveying the mood and atmosphere of his paintings. Robert Dowd's contribution to Pop Art transcends mere stylistic imitation; he fundamentally questioned the conventions of representation itself.
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German Born in Düsseldorf Surrealism & Pop Art Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
The historical significance of Konrad Klapheck lies in his ability to bridge the gap between the conceptual provocations of Marcel Duchamp and the vibrant, consumer-driven energy of Pop Art.
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American Born in Detroit Neo-Dada, Pop Art & Conceptual art Wikipedia in 9/32 languages
Johnson’s formative years were marked by exposure to Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism, though he rejected their formal rigidity. He studied at Yale University under Josef Albers, whose teachings on color theory profoundly impacted his artistic sensibility—a sensitivity that would become central to his distinctive visual language.
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American Fantasy art
It wasn’t until 2003 that the world began to take notice when record collectors Dori Hadar and Frank Beylotte stumbled upon his collection at a flea market in Washington, D.C.
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Italian Born in Bologna Cubism, Pop Art & Futurism Wikipedia in 11/32 languages
The historical significance of Valerio Adami lies in his role as a bridge between disparate art movements. His participation in landmark events like the 1968 Venice Biennale and his monumental commissions, such as the mural for Firstar Bank in Wisconsin, underscore his influence on the global art landscape. He did not merely adopt Pop Art or Cubism; he synthesized them into a singular, cohesive vision that remains uniquely his own.
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American Born in Washington, D.C. Pop Art, Conceptualism & Minimalism Wikipedia in 8/32 languages
His work often functioned as a series of stylistic hybrids; a sculpture might appear to be a simple piece of furniture, yet upon closer inspection, it revealed itself to be a complex exploration of texture and illusion. Following the war, Artschwager pursued studies in chemistry and mathematics at Cornell University before finding his true calling under the tutelage of the Purist painter Amédée Ozenfant.
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Американски Born in Бронкс Pop абстракция Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
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American Born in Сиатъл Ukiyo-e and Pop Art fusion Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
Shimomura’s artistic education began at the University of Washington, where he honed his skills in fine arts. Early on, he demonstrated a remarkable ability to synthesize seemingly disparate influences – the meticulous techniques of ukiyo-e woodblock prints with the bold energy of American pop art. He is a three-time recipient of National Endowment for the Arts Fellowships in Painting and Performance Art, as well as a Guggenheim Fellowship.
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Американски Born in Нашвил Поп арт, Инсталация Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
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Беларуска Born in Намюр Поп арт, Феминистка изкуство Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
Her solo exhibition at the Palais des Beaux-Arts in Brussels in 1967 garnered critical attention and cemented her position as a rising star within Belgian art circles.
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Italian Born in Al Khums Postmodern Art Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
Mario Schifano’s enduring influence on postmodern art is undeniable. Exhibitions showcasing his work—including retrospectives at the National Gallery of Modern Art in Rome and Tate Modern —have solidified his place as one of Italy's most celebrated artists of the 1960s and beyond. His distinctive style—characterized by spontaneity and a fascination with urban environments—remains remarkably relevant, demonstrating Schifano’s enduring contribution to the artistic landscape of the latter half of the twentieth century.
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Американски Born in Лос Анджелис Поп арт и сюрреализм Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
Wesley's journey to becoming a painter was unconventional. Before dedicating himself fully to art, he worked as an illustrator for Northrop Aircraft, meticulously translating technical blueprints into simplified drawings.
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American Born in San Francisco ['Pop Art', 'Surrealism', 'Expressionism'] Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
Recent exhibitions, including retrospectives at the New Museum in New York (2020) and the Musée Les Abattoirs in Toulouse (2019), have ensured that Saul’s work continues to be appreciated by a new generation of viewers.
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British Born in Lewisham Pop Art, Sculptural Reliefs Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
Joseph Charles Tilson, born in London on August 24, 1928, embarked on a life journey that would firmly establish him as a pivotal figure within the British Pop Art movement and beyond. He received numerous accolades, notably the Gulbenkian Foundation Prize in 1960 and the Grand Prix d’Honneur at the Biennale of Ljubljana in 1996.
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British Born in Portsmouth Pop Art, Experimental Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
Following his involvement in Pop Goes the Easel, Boshier embarked on a period of experimentation that saw him move beyond painting, embracing a diverse range of media. He skillfully incorporated metal, coloured plastics, neon light – materials typically associated with commercial signage – into three-dimensional sculptures and installations. His works are held in major collections worldwide, including the Tate Gallery, The British Museum, and the Walker Art Center, testament to the enduring impact of his unique artistic vision.
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Spanish Born in Valencia Pop Art Wikipedia in 5/32 languages
Drawing inspiration from the global giants of the Pop Art movement, such as Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein, Equipo Crónica adapted modern techniques like silkscreen printing and collage to resonate with the anxieties of their era. The evolution of their style was marked by several key artistic pillars: The Use of Irony: They skillfully employed humor to disarm censors and invite viewers to question established hierarchies.
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American Born in Los Angeles Ceramic Sculpture Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
In the vibrant, sun-drenched landscape of mid-century Los Angeles, a new language of form was being whispered through the medium of clay. His journey began within the prestigious halls of the Chouinard Art Institute and Otis College of Art and Design, where he absorbed the experimental spirit of the era. His ability to expand the orthodox definitions of both American and European sculpture earned him a cult following among legendary critics like Lucy Lippard, who famously noted his incomparable uniqueness.
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British Born in Newcastle upon Tyne Pop Art Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
Laing's oeuvre includes iconic pieces like ‘ Lincoln Convertible,’ a monumental surrealist composition featuring a floating vintage automobile populated by figures draped in opulent fabrics—a deliberate provocation against societal norms. Equally compelling is ‘ Starlet (2)’—a meticulously rendered nude executed in pointillism, incorporating shimmering gold accents that amplify the artwork’s sensual allure. Gerald Laing's contribution to British art transcends mere stylistic innovation; he fundamentally questioned artistic conventions and engaged in dialogues with broader cultural anxieties.
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Американски Born in Бъфало Поп арт и минимализъм Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
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New Zealander Born in Auckland Pop & Conceptual Art Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
He established ‘APPLE,’ a groundbreaking alternative exhibition space in New York City’s West Village in 1969. He pioneered techniques like neon sculpture and self-branding, pushing the boundaries of artistic expression and challenging traditional notions of the artist’s role.
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British Born in Glasgow Pop Art & Proto Op Art Wikipedia in 2/32 languages
John McHale stands as a singular, multifaceted figure in the tapestry of twentieth-century art history, a man whose intellect bridged the gap between aesthetic rebellion and sociological foresight. Born in Maryhill, Glasgow, in 1922, his journey from the industrial heart of Scotland to the vanguard of the American avant-garde is a testament to a restless, searching mind. His contributions can be summarized through several enduring impacts: Foundational Pop Art: His role in the Independent Group helped establish the visual vocabulary of one of the most influential art movements of the 20th century.
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German Born in Düsseldorf Capitalist Realism Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
His Glanzbilder series, featuring images transferred onto glossy surfaces, epitomized this approach. By mimicking decorative patterns, Lüg questioned the very definition of a painting—was it the unique expression of an artist or simply another commodity in a sea of mass-produced objects? As a gallerist, he championed artists like Carl Andre, Sol LeWitt, Bruce Nauman, Robert Ryman, Lawrence Weiner, and Richard Long —figures whose work shared his commitment to conceptual rigor and critical self-reflection.
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British Born in Norwich Pop Art, Printmaking Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
Colin Self (born 1941 in Rackheath, Norfolk) stands as a singular figure in British art – a Pop artist deeply engaged with the anxieties and complexities of the Cold War era. Crucially, visits to the United States and Canada in 1962 and 1965 proved transformative. The ‘Odyssey/Iliad’ series of etchings, completed in the late 1990s, saw him return to his earlier technique of multiple-plate etching, retelling Homer's epic poem with a distinctly contemporary sensibility.
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Brazilian Born in São Paulo Neo-figuration Wikipedia in 2/32 languages
While initially enrolling at the University of São Paulo’s Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism in 1964, Tozzi quickly found his calling not in blueprints but in graphic expression. Traditional exhibition spaces were scarce, prompting Tozzi and his contemporaries – including Wesley Duke Lee, Antonio Dias, and Roberto Magalhães – to seek alternative platforms. His participation in events like the Latin American Codex Prize in Buenos Aires (1968), the Bienal Internacional del Deporte in Barcelona (1971), and representation at the Venice Biennale further cemented his reputation on the global stage.
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American Born in Чикаго ['Pop Art', 'Photorealism'] Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
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New Zealander Born in Bradford Pop Art, Lattice works Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
Ian Scott enters the world in Bradford, England, on 20 April 1945. The landscape of his childhood shifts in 1952 when he moves to New Zealand.
The paintings behind the names
Through time
In figures
| САЩ | 21 |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 9 |
| United States | 6 |
| Обединено кралство | 5 |
| Япония | 5 |
| Франция | 2 |
| Съединените Америки | 2 |
| Германия | 2 |
| 1900s | 1 |
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| 1910s | 1 |
| 1920s | 19 |
| 1930s | 37 |
| 1940s | 9 |
| 1950s | 4 |
| 1960s | 2 |
| 1970s | 1 |
All of them, in order
Анди УорхолАмериканец · 1928–1987
Дейвид ХокниБританска · 1937–2026
Джаспър ДжонсАмериканец · роден 1930
Рой ЛихтенщайнАмериканец · 1923–1997
Яйои Кусама1929–2026
Кийт Харинг1958–1990Ники де Сент ПолФренска · 1930–2002
Робърт Раушенбърг1925–2008Клас ОлденбургШведско-американска · 1929–2022Джеф КунсАмерикански · роден 1955Такаши МуракамиЯпонски · роден 1962Сигмар ПолкеГерманец · 1941–2010
Ричард Хамилтън1922–2011Джеймс РозенкюистАмерикански · 1933–2017Едуард Ръшароден 1937
Йошитомо Нарароден 1959
Едуардо ПаолоциШотландски · 1924–2005
Том ВеселманАмерикански · 1931–2004
Робърт ИндианаАмериканец · 1928–2018Алекс КатцАмерикански · роден 1927
Питер БлейкБритански · роден 1932Марисол ЕскобарФранцузско-венецуелско-американска · 1930–2016Джим ДинéАмерикански · роден 1935Уейн ТхиебаудАмерикански · 1920–2021Ричард ЛинднерГермано-американска · 1901–1978Corita KentAmerican · 1918–1986
Харитон ПушвагнерNorwegian · 1940–2018Aya TakanoJapanese · роден 1976Питер ФийлпсБритански · 1939–2025Таданори ЙокуЯпонски · роден 1936
Лъри РивсАмерикански · 1923–2002
Джордж СегалАмериканец · 1924–2000Kiki Kogelnik1935–1997Jann HaworthAmerican · роден 1942Марта МинуджинАржентинска · роден 1943Ken EliasWelsh · роден 1944
Хиро ЯмагатаЯпонец · роден 1948
Мел РамосАмерикански · 1935–2018Петер МаксАмерикански · 1937–2026
Мари Джийн СтрьидерАмериканка · 1931–2014ErróIcelandic · роден 1932Allen JonesBritish · роден 1937Beatriz González ArandaColombian · 1932–2026James GillAmerican · роден 1934Pauline BotyEnglish · 1938–1966Keiichi TanaamiJapanese · 1936–2024Robert DowdAmerican · 1936–1996
Патрик КолфилдБританска · 1936–2005Konrad KlapheckGerman · 1935–2023Ray JohnsonAmerican · 1927–1995Mingering MikeAmerican · роден 1950Valerio AdamiItalian · роден 1935Richard ArtschwagerAmerican · 1923–2013
Розалин Дрекслер1926–2025Николас КрушеневичАмерикански · 1929–1999Roger ShimomuraAmerican · роден 1939Червен ГроумсАмерикански · роден 1937Евелин АкселБеларуска · 1935–1972Mario SchifanoItalian · 1934–1998Джон УеслиАмерикански · 1928–2022Peter SaulAmerican · роден 1934Joe TilsonBritish · 1928–2023Derek BoshierBritish · 1937–2024Equipo CrónicaSpanish · 1965–1981Kenneth PriceAmerican · 1935–2012Gerald LaingBritish · 1936–2011Алан Д’АрканжелоАмерикански · 1930–1998Billy AppleNew Zealander · 1935–2021John McHaleBritish · 1922–1978Konrad FischerGerman · 1939–1996Colin SelfBritish · роден 1941Claudio TozziBrazilian · роден 1944Идел Лоис УейбърAmerican · 1932–2020Ian ScottNew Zealander · 1945–2013Your questions, answered
First place goes to Анди Уорхол (#1); Дейвид Хокни (#2) and Джаспър Джонс (#3) complete the podium.
Анди Уорхол (#1), Дейвид Хокни (#2), Джаспър Джонс (#3), Рой Лихтенщайн (#4) и Яйои Кусама (#5).
Бронкс: 3 of the артисти in this list were born there.
The highest-ranked артисти born in United Kingdom are Ken Elias (#36), Allen Jones (#42), Pauline Boty (#45), Joe Tilson (#62) и Derek Boshier (#63).
САЩ: 21 of the 74 артисти in this list were born there, then United Kingdom (9) и United States (6).
“While his style was sometimes associated with Neo-Expressionism due to its expressive brushwork and emotionally charged imagery, he remained fundamentally resistant to categorization.” — from our biography of Сигмар Полке (#12).
The earliest-born артист in this list is Ричард Линднер (#25), born in 1901.
The highest-ranked артисти born in САЩ are Анди Уорхол (#1), Джаспър Джонс (#3), Рой Лихтенщайн (#4), Кийт Харинг (#6) и Робърт Раушенбърг (#8).
The highest-ranked living артисти in this list are Джаспър Джонс (#3), Джеф Кунс (#10), Такаши Мураками (#11), Едуард Ръша (#15), Йошитомо Нара (#16) и Алекс Катц (#20).
The museums holding the most key works of this list are MoMA - Музеят на модерното изкуство (4), Tate Modern (3) и Баварски държавни списъци с произведения на изкуството (2).
Most артисти in this list were born in the 1930s (37 of 74), between 1901 and 1976 overall.
Our catalogue holds 3,710 works by these артисти.
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