Neo-expressionist masters, in order
The most famous Neo-expressionist kunstner is Jean Michel Basquiat (1960–1988), known for Untitled - Kranie, (Broad Collection, LA) og Fishing Fish. Next come Anselm Kiefer, Cy Twombly, Julian Schnabel og Georg Baselitz. This ranking of the 13 most famous Neo-expressionist kunstnere runs from Philip Guston (born 1913) to Chris Ofili (born 1968), across 4 countries.
How this list is ranked. Artists whose works our catalogue files under Neo-expressionist, 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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Amerikansk Born in Park Slope Neo-ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 29/32 languages
I de tidlige 1980'ere overgik Basquiat fra graffiti til lærred, og opnåede hurtigt anerkendelse i den New York kunstverden. Hans malerier kunne ikke let kategoriseres; de var en unik syntese af indflydelser, der spændte fra Abstrakt Ekspressionisme til tribal kunst, tegneserier og historiske malerier.
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Tysk Born in Donaueschingen Neo-ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
Anselm Kiefer står som en af de mest dybsindige og særprægede stemmer inden for neo-ekspressionismen, en kunstnerisk bevægelse, der opstod i slutningen af 1970'erne og begyndelsen af 1980'erne som en kraftfuld reaktion mod minimalismens og konceptkunstens nøgternhed. Født i Donaueschingen, Tyskland, i 1945, er Kiefers selve eksistens uadskillelig forbundet med eftervirkningerne af Anden Verdenskrig.
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Amerikansk Born in Lexington Abstrakt ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
Tidlig undervisning under Pierre Daura på Washington and Lee University fulgte op af formative oplevelser på Arts Students League i New York og Black Mountain College, hvor han mødte centrale figurer som Robert Rauschenberg, John Cage og Merce Cunningham. Men en rejse i 1952 til Italien og Nordafrika med Rauschenberg – finansieret af en donation fra Virginia Museum of Fine Arts – viste sig at være en sand transformation.
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Amerikaner Born in Brooklyn Neo-expressionisme
Hans kunstneriske udvikling tog fart i slutningen af 1970’erne med introduktionen af "Plate Paintings," hvilket var et banebrydende koncept inden for Neo-Expressionismen. Disse værker var ikke blot malede lærred, men komplekse konstruktioner lavet af ødelagte keramiske tallerkener, lagt oven på store træstrukturer og fyldt med materiale som puds, voks og forskellige teksturer – inklusive fotografier og fragmenter af træ.
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Tysk Born in Deutschbaselitz Neo-ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
Født som Hans-Georg Bruno Kern den 23. januar 1938 i den lille tyske landsby Deutschbaselitz, var kunstneren, der skulle blive kendt for hele verden som Georg Baselitz, et barn af dybe omvæltninger og transformationer. Da han voksede op i Oberlausitz-regionen midt i de bogstavelige og metaforiske ruiner fra Anden Verdenskrig, var hans tidlige bevidsthed uløseligt forbundet med temaer som ødelæggelse, fordrivelse og den fragmenterede orden i et knust samfund.
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Canadisk-Amerikansk Born in Montreal ['Abstrakt ekspressionisme', 'Neo-ekspressionisme'] Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
Philip Guston, født Phillip Goldstein i Montreal i 1913, var en kunstner hvis liv og virke spændte over fire årtier og markerede et af de mest fascinerende skift i amerikansk kunsthistorie. Hans rejse fra tidlige figurative studier til den ekspressive abstraktion og senere tilbage til en rå, satirisk figurativ stil, gjorde ham til en central skikkelse i New York School og en pioner inden for neo-expressionismen.
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British Born in Manchester Punk art Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
Ofili’s ascent within the international art community was marked by significant milestones that cemented his place in history. 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. His recognition as a member of the Young British Artists group brought him to the forefront of a generation that redefined contemporary painting.
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Born in London
While highly respected for his printmaking skills, Spare began focusing on his own artistic endeavors in the late 1980s. Spare’s works frequently depict wildlife, landscapes, and scenes encountered during his travels, rendered with expressive lines and subtle color palettes. As an artist, he offers a unique vision of the natural world, inviting viewers to appreciate its beauty and fragility through his evocative imagery.
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Tysk Born in Wilhelmshaven Neo-ekspressionisme Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
Da han flyttede til Berlin i begyndelsen af 1970'erne, blev Fetting indskrevet på Hochschule der Künste (Akademiet for De Skønne Kunster), hvor han studerede under professor Hans Jaenisch. I 1977 var Fetting med til at grundlægge Galerie am Moritzplatz sammen med Helmut Middendorf, Bernd Zimmer, Salomé, Anne Jud og Berthold Schepers.
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British Printmaking, Oil painting
His formative years at Maidstone College of Art from 1971 to 1974 laid the groundwork for a career deeply rooted in traditional techniques yet remarkably attuned to contemporary artistic currents. Following college, Spare's apprenticeship with Thomas Ross & Son proved invaluable. Throughout this period, Spare remained a frequent exhibitor at prestigious venues like the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition—a testament to his consistent artistic quality and enduring appeal.
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American Neo-expressionism, Glitch art
What sets Sims apart is not just his artistic vision but also his technical background. He began experimenting with Bitcoin at age 16, recognizing its potential early on—a testament to his innate curiosity and willingness to embrace innovation.
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Brazilian ['Neo-Figurative Art', 'Abstract Art']
Boecan's early exposure to the vibrant artistic community of São Paulo undoubtedly played a crucial role in his development. However, Boecan distinguishes himself through his minimalist approach and focus on geometric compositions. The influence of Brazilian Neo- Figurative Art is palpable – a movement known for its psychological intensity and exploration of the human condition.
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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.
The paintings behind the names
Through time
In figures
| USA | 4 |
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| Tyskland | 3 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
| Canada | 1 |
| 1910s | 1 |
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| 1920s | 1 |
| 1930s | 1 |
| 1940s | 3 |
| 1950s | 2 |
| 1960s | 2 |
All of them, in order
Jean Michel BasquiatAmerikansk · 1960–1988Anselm KieferTysk · født 1945Cy TwomblyAmerikansk · 1928–2011Julian SchnabelAmerikaner · født 1951Georg BaselitzTysk · 1938–2026Philip GustonCanadisk-Amerikansk · 1913–1980Chris OfiliBritish · født 1968Richard John Sparefødt 1951Rainer FettingTysk · født 1949Richard SpareBritish · Anthony SimsAmerican · Thiago BoecanBrazilian · Jennifer BartlettAmerican · 1941–2022Your questions, answered
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) og Georg Baselitz (#5).
The earliest-born kunstner in this list is Philip Guston (#6), born in 1913.
The women of this list (1): Jennifer Bartlett (#13).
Most kunstnere in this list were born in the 1940s (3 of 13), between 1913 and 1968 overall.
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Toledo Museum of Art (1), Guggenheim Museum Bilbao (1) og Metropolitan Museum of Art (1).
“Kiefers teknik er kendetegnet ved en intens, tyk impasto-lagdeling.” — from our biography of Anselm Kiefer (#2).
USA: 4 of the 13 kunstnere in this list were born there, then Tyskland (3) og United Kingdom (2).
The highest-ranked living kunstnere in this list are Anselm Kiefer (#2), Julian Schnabel (#4), Chris Ofili (#7), Richard John Spare (#8) og Rainer Fetting (#9).
Our catalogue holds 545 works by these kunstnere.
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