Abstract Expressionist artistas, ranked
The most famous Abstract Expressionist artista is Jackson Pollock (1912–1956), known for One. Number 31, 1950 e Ritmo Outonal Número 30. Next come Gerhard Richter, Willem De Kooning, Jasper Johns e Mark Rothko. This ranking of the 76 most famous Abstract Expressionist artistas runs from George Edgar Ohr (O Mad Potter de Biloxi) (born 1857) to Ian Davenport (born 1966), across 30 countries.
How this list is ranked. Artists whose works our catalogue files under Abstract 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.
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Ranked, with their masterpieces
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Americano Born in Cody Expressionismo Abstrato Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
A história de Paul Jackson Pollock começa nas paisagens áridas de Cody, Wyoming, onde nasceu em 28 de janeiro de 1912. Ele se matriculou na Manual Arts High School, em Los Angeles, buscando uma estrutura formal para seus impulsos emergentes. De 1929 a 1942, ele trabalhou sob a orientação de Thomas Hart Benton.
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Alemão Born in Dresden Wikipedia in 28/32 languages
Em 1951, ele inicia seus estudos formais na Academia de Belas Artes de Dresden. Ele estuda sob a orientação de um grupo de instrutores, incluindo Karl von Appen, Heinz Lohmar, Will Grohmann e Karl Otto Götz. Entre 1966 e 2008, Richter produziu os seus Color Charts (Farbtafeln), uma série definida pelo arranjo rigoroso de quadrados coloridos.
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Born in Roterdão Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
Como uma figura central do movimento Expressionista Abstrato, ele ajudou a estabelecer a cidade de Nova Iorque como um centro global para a arte.
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Born in Augusta Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
Quando chegou ao ensino médio, já estava focado em seu ofício, graduando-se eventualmente como o orador da turma de 1947 pela Edmunds High School em Sumter, Carolina do Sul. A trajetória de seus primeiros anos foi interrompida em 1951, quando ele foi convocado para o Exército dos Estados Unidos durante a Guerra da Coreia.
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Americano Born in Daugavpils ['Pintura de Campo de Cor', 'Expressionismo Abstrato']
Mark Rothko nasceu como Markus Yakovlevich Rothkowitz em 1903. Ele nasceu em Dvinsk, na Rússia, em um lugar hoje conhecido como Daugavpils, na Letônia. Suas pinturas são reconhecidas como algumas das obras mais significativas da arte do século XX, frequentemente encontradas nas coleções permanentes de grandes instituições como o Museum of Modern Art em Nova York e a Tate Modern em Londres.
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Born in Dilkaya Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
Arshile Gorky nasceu como Vostanik Manoug Adoian em 15 de abril de 1904, em Khorgom, Van, no Império Otomano (atual Turquia). Essa tendência de buscar elementos no passado é evidente na série Nighttime, Enigma, and Nostalgia, criada entre 1930 e 1934. Em 1935, Arshile Gorky assinou um contrato de três anos com a Guild Art Gallery, um marco que sinalizou uma mudança significativa em seu patamar profissional.
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Scottish-American Born in Lawnton Architectural sculpture Wikipedia in 28/32 languages
Similarly, Alexander ‘sandy’ Calder continued the family tradition of artistic excellence, producing captivating works that cemented Calder’s place among the most influential sculptors of the 20th century.
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Americana Born in Manhattan Expressionismo Abstrato, Campo de Cor Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
Helen Frankenthaler, nascida em 1928 em Manhattan, emergiu como uma figura central na pintura americana pós-guerra, conectando a energia vibrante do Expressionismo Abstrato com as vastas e serenas extensões da Pintura de Campo de Cor. Desde cedo, Frankenthaler recebeu uma educação artística rigorosa, estudando com Rufino Tamayo na Dalton School e, posteriormente, aprimorando suas habilidades no Bennington College com Paul Feeley, além de receber orientação breve de Hans Hofmann.
Pupil of Hans Hofmann #20
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Americano Born in Lexington Expressionismo Abstrato Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
Edwin Parker Twombly Jr., conhecido mundialmente como Cy Twombly, foi uma força singular no século XX e XXI da arte – um pintor, escultor e fotógrafo americano cuja obra desafiou qualquer categorização fácil.
Pupil of Franz Kline #15, Robert Motherwell #14
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Americano Born in Nova Iorque Expressionismo Abstrato Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
Barnett Newman, born in 1905 in New York City to Jewish immigrant parents from Poland, emerged as a pivotal figure in the landscape of American art. Initially studying at the Art Students League and later at the City College of New York, Newman absorbed the influences of his time – the burgeoning Cubism of Picasso and the vibrant color palettes of Matisse were early touchstones.
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Tcheco Born in Opočno ['Realismo', 'Simbolismo', 'Orfismo', 'Cubismo', 'Abstração'] Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
František Kupka nasceu em 23 de setembro de 1871 em Opočno, no leste da Boêmia, dentro das fronteiras do Império Austro-Húngaro. Entre 1889 e 1892, ele dedicou seu tempo à Academia de Belas Artes de Praga. Sua obra de 1911, Disks of Newton, Study for Fugue in Two Colors, revela um interesse na intersecção entre a observação científica e o ritmo musical.
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Born in Brooklyn Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
Nascida como Lena Krassner em 27 de outubro de 1908, nas vibrantes ruas do Brooklyn, Nova York, a mulher que viria a ser Lee Krasner emergiu como uma força transformadora no cenário do modernismo americano.
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Alemão-Francês Born in Leipzig Expressionismo Abstrato Gestual Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
Seus anos formativos foram imersos no poder emotivo do Expressionismo Europeu, extraindo força das obras de Rembrandt e da energia crua e visceral de pintores alemães como Lovis Corinth e Emil Nolde. No entanto, foi sua formação formal na Academia de Dresden e um encontro transformador com a Internationale Kunstausstellung em 1926 que verdadeiramente acendeu seu espírito moderno.
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Born in Aberdeen Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
Robert Motherwell (24 de janeiro de 1915 – 16 de julho de 1991) posiciona-se como uma das figuras mais influentes do Expressionismo Abstrato americano, um movimento que alterou irrevogavelmente o curso da arte do século XX. Educação Inicial e Influências: Os anos formativos de Motherwell foram passados na Universidade Stanford, onde ele mergulhou na filosofia ao lado dos colegas modernistas Arthur Oncken Lovejoy e David Wite Prall.
Teacher of Cy Twombly #9
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American Born in Wilkes-Barre Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
His formal education began at Girard College, where he honed his drafting skills alongside fellow boys who had experienced similar familial tragedies.
Teacher of Cy Twombly #9
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Born in Pequim Wikipedia in 12/32 languages
A década de 1920 não foi meramente um período; foi uma explosão – uma erupção de criatividade, rebeldia e uma mudança profunda na forma como a arte refletia e interagia com o mundo. Emergindo das sombras da Primeira Guerra Mundial, os artistas buscaram desmantelar tradições estabelecidas e forjar caminhos inteiramente novos, impulsionados pelo desejo de capturar o dinamismo e as ansiedades de uma sociedade em rápida transformação.
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Americano Born in Grandin Expressionismo Abstrato Wikipedia in 12/32 languages
Ele lecionou em várias instituições, incluindo a Universidade de Washington State e a California School of Fine Arts, inspirando inúmeros alunos a explorar seu próprio potencial criativo.
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Americano Born in Portland Abstração Lirica Wikipedia in 9/32 languages
A mudança da família para São Francisco quando ele tinha apenas dois anos foi formativa, impregnando a sua sensibilidade artística com a luz e a atmosfera da Califórnia – uma paisagem que se tornaria inextricavelmente ligada ao seu trabalho. A sua ligação com artistas como David Park, um professor na California School of Fine Arts, foi particularmente significativa, influenciando-o através da partilha de ideias e técnicas.
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Americano Born in Nova York Expressionismo Abstrato
Aaron Siskind, nascido no vibrante coração de Nova York em 1903, é uma figura fundamental na fotografia americana – uma ponte entre o impulso documental e o mundo emergente do Expressionismo Abstrato.
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Born in Weißenburg in Bayern Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
Nascido em Weißenburg an der Weser, na Alemanha, em 1880, Hans Hofmann trilhou um caminho singular que o transformaria em uma figura central da arte moderna. Ao chegar em 1904, Hofmann mergulhou na vibrante cena vanguardista, estabelecendo amizades com luminárias como Matisse, Picasso, Braque e Delaunay.
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American Born in Nova Iorque Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 12/32 languages
The geometric precision of Constructivist artists like Piet Mondrian challenged him to consider new ways of organizing visual information—a departure from the conventions of academic painting. Artists such as René Magritte and Giorgio Morandi served as important models for Gottlieb's evolving artistic style.
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Canadian Born in Montreal Lyrical Abstraction Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
Les Automatistes: Riopelle was a member of Les Automatistes in the 1940s, embracing Surrealist principles and exploring spontaneous creation. Move to Paris (1947): His relocation to Paris proved transformative, leading to his first solo exhibition at Galerie La Dragonne in 1949. Riopelle was the first Canadian painter since James Wilson Morrice to achieve widespread international recognition.
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Coreano Born in Uljin Abstração geométrica
Nascido em 1916 na cidade costeira de Uljin, na Coreia do Sul, sua jornada artística foi de exploração incansável e dedicação inabalável para forjar uma nova linguagem visual para uma nação que lutava com sua identidade e modernidade. O caminho de Yoo rumo à abstração começou com seu treinamento formal na Universidade Bunka Gakuin, em Tóquio, onde se graduou no departamento de pintura a óleo em 1938.
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Americano Born in Buffalo Expressionismo Abstrato, Minimalismo Wikipedia in 12/32 languages
Ad Reinhardt, nascido Adolph Friedrich Reinhardt em Buffalo, Nova York, em 24 de dezembro de 1913, foi uma figura que dedicou sua vida não apenas a criar arte, mas também a definir o que a arte poderia ser.
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American Born in Centerville Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
Thompson introduced Tobey to the tenets of the Baháʼí Faith, a religion emphasizing the unity of all religions and humanity’s spiritual evolution. Tobey’s travels became increasingly frequent and purposeful, taking him across Europe, Palestine, Turkey, Lebanon, China, and Japan. He represented the United States at the Venice Biennale in 1958, further solidifying his position as a major figure in the art world.
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Born in Kansas City
Nascido em Kansas City, Missouri, em 1923, sua jornada artística teve início com uma formação formal na Art Students League de Nova York, sob a orientação de Yasuo Kuniyoshi. A trajetória de sua carreira foi irrevogavelmente alterada em 1953, durante uma viagem transformadora pela Europa.
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Americano Born in Beirute ['Assemblage', 'Pop Art', 'Neo-Dada'] Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
Adnan, poeta, ensaísta e artista visual libanesa-americana, nasceu em Beirute, em 1925, fruto de uma união entre uma mãe grega de Esmirna e um pai nascido em Damasco, um alto funcionário otomano. Sua busca pelo conhecimento levou-a a mergulhar na filosofia, estudando em instituições de prestígio como a Universidade de Paris, a Universidade da Califórnia, em Berkeley, e a Universidade de Harvard.
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Canadian Born in Tofino Street art, Conceptual art
Crucially, he established Pumps Centre for Alternative Art in Vancouver, a space that served as both a gallery and performance venue – a testament to his early commitment to challenging conventional artistic boundaries. This environment fostered experimentation and provided a platform for emerging artists, mirroring the ethos he would later embody through his public interventions. His work laid the groundwork for interventions by artists like Banksy and Shepard Fairey, demonstrating the potential of art to disrupt urban landscapes and engage with social commentary.
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Romanian-German Born in Pǎlăneşti Expressionism, Fauvism, Abstract Expressionism
By drawing inspiration from the folk arts of Romania while embracing the avant-garde movements of Europe, he created a body of work that remains a testament to the power of color to communicate the unspoken depths of the human experience.
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Dutch Born in Naarden Abstract Expressionism
Following his expulsion from the academy, Lemaire’s artistic practice underwent a significant transformation. Initially influenced by surrealist principles—a legacy of his early encounters with Willy Boers —Lemaire gradually moved towards a more purely abstract approach in the late 1970s and early 1980s. While he may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries—such as Karel Appel or Barnett Newman —his work possesses a quiet intensity and a profound emotional resonance that continues to captivate viewers.
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Americano Born in Biloxi Expressionismo Abstrato
George Edgar Ohr, um nome sinônimo de inovação e excêntrica em mundo da cerâmica americana, nasceu em 12 de julho de 1857, na cidade costeira de Biloxi, Mississippi. Ele abraçou o apelido “O Mestre Cerâmico Louco de Biloxi”, não como uma rejeição, mas como uma declaração orgulhosa de sua abordagem incomum e dedicação inabalável à liberdade artística.
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American Born in Pittsburgh Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 8/32 languages
Through his involvement with the Works Progress Administration (WPA), particularly the easel project between 1938 and 1940, he found the freedom to experiment with large-scale canvases that demanded a more visceral, gestural approach. It was during this era that he began to weave together the disparate threads of European Surrealism and the burgeoning American Abstract Expressionism. His 1944 debut solo exhibition at Peggy Guggenheim’s legendary Art of This Century gallery served as a definitive arrival, placing him at the epicenter of the modern art world.
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United States Born in Decatur Abstract expressionism Wikipedia in 12/32 languages
During the Great Depression, he participated in the Works Progress Administration’s Federal Art Project. During World War II, he worked as a welder for the American Locomotive Company in Schenectady, New York.
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American/Griego Born in Nova Iorque Abstract Expressionismo Wikipedia in 8/32 languages
O pintor Theodoros Stamos (1922-1997) permanece como uma figura fundamental na evolução do Expressionismo Abstrato americano, ocupando um lugar único no cânone da arte do século XX.
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Born in Bagdá
Nascido em 1925 em Samawah, no Iraque, Shakir Hassan Al-Said emergiu como uma figura multifacetada e essencial na paisagem cultural do Oriente Médio. Sua formação acadêmica começou com um diploma em Ciências Sociais pelo Higher Institute of Teachers em Bagdá, em 1948, mas foi o chamado das artes que moldou seu destino.
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American Abstract Expressionism
Through his ability to transcend the boundaries of race and physicality through abstraction, Bernie Casey left behind a legacy that continues to resonate, reminding us that art is a powerful medium for communicating the unspoken truths of the human spirit.
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Born in Norwalk Wikipedia in 11/32 languages
Ruth Aiko Asawa, nascida em 1926 em uma fazenda de caminhões em Norwalk, Califórnia, emergiu como uma das escultoras mais inovadoras do século XX. Com a intenção inicial de ser professora, ela ingressou no Milwaukee State Teachers College (hoje Universidade de Wisconsin–Milwaukee) em 1943, apenas para enfrentar a discriminação que a impediu de concluir os requisitos de estágio docente devido à sua ascendência japonesa.
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American Born in Pittsburgh Abstract Art
She was famously drawn to large canvases, finding a unique joy in the expansive reach required to manipulate paint across such vast surfaces. Through these motifs, she explored how light plays upon surfaces, creating works like Skylights, where shadows and sudden illumination evoke the dramatic tension of a mountain landscape under a passing storm. As we reflect on her life and contributions, several key elements define her historical significance: The Fusion of Disciplines: Her unique ability to synthesize the rhythmic energy of dance with the organic structures of nature.
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Spanish Born in Zaragoza Encaustic & Abstract Expressionism
Requena Nozal, born in Zaragoza, Spain in 1947, stands as a singular figure within the landscape of contemporary Spanish art. The Embrace of Encaustic Technique: Unlike many artists of his era who favored oil paints, Nozal championed encaustic, a process involving fusing beeswax mixed with pigments onto prepared wood panels. Although he remains largely unknown outside specialist circles, Nozal’s artworks continue to captivate collectors and critics alike, cementing his place as a significant voice within the Spanish artistic landscape.
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Born in Columbus Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
Nascida em 1891 em Columbus, Geórgia, a primogênita de John Harris Thomas e Amelia Cantey Thomas cresceu em um contexto de busca por liberdade e oportunidade. Após passar pela Armstrong Technical High School, onde teve seus primeiros contatos formais com a arte, Alma formou-se na Miner Normal School entre 1911 e 1913, focando inicialmente na educação infantil.
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Born in Newark Wikipedia in 8/32 languages
Grace Hartigan, nascida em Newark, Nova Jersey, em 1922, foi uma figura fundamental na evolução da arte americana durante meados do século XX.
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Born in Chicago Abstract expressionist Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
His works, such as "Chandelle" (1966) and "Oz", demonstrate a refusal to settle for easy aesthetics.
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Coreano-Francês Born in Seul Expressionismo Oriental e Ocidental
lee ungno, também conhecido como yi eungro, foi um pintor e gravador franco-coreano nascido em Seul, Coreia do Sul, em 1904. Sua infância foi marcada por uma breve passagem pela Hongseong Botong Hakyo (홍성보통학교, 홍城초등학교, 洪城普通學校), período que precedeu sua profunda dedicação ao estudo da pintura sob a tutela de yeomjae song tae-hoe, a partir de 1920.
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Romanian Born in Ploiesti Conceptual art, Performance art
For Brătescu, the line wasn't merely a formal element; it was a fundamental tool for definition, measurement, and conveying movement—a way to map both physical space and inner states. Her exploration extended beyond static representation into performative realms, using the line to delineate space and trace the boundaries of selfhood. In 2015, she had her first UK solo exhibition at Tate Liverpool, bringing her work to an international audience, culminating in representing Romania at the 57th Venice Biennale in 2017—a landmark moment in her career.
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Romanian-American Born in Bucareste Abstract Expressionism, Surrealism Wikipedia in 8/32 languages
Her journey from the vibrant avant-garde scene of pre-war Europe to the heart of the New York School is a testament to her resilience, intellectual curiosity, and unwavering dedication to artistic exploration.
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Scottish Born in Grangemouth Zen Painting Style, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 7/32 languages
James Alan Davie (September 28, 1920 – April 5, 2014) was a Scottish painter and musician whose distinctive style fused abstract expressionism with influences from Zen Buddhism and surrealist art. Zen Buddhism’s Impact: A pivotal moment arrived when Davie encountered Eugen Herrigel's book “Zen in the Art of Archery,” sparking an interest in Zen philosophy. He remains an influential artist whose work continues to inspire contemporary artists and collectors alike, embodying a spirit of experimentation and unwavering devotion to conveying profound symbolic meaning.
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This shift can be seen as a response to the socio-political climate of Romania during his formative years, a period marked by significant change and upheaval. Rather than directly addressing these issues, Stefanescu turned inward, seeking solace and meaning in the natural world. Early works reveal an engagement with Impressionism and Post-Impressionism – particularly the luminous palettes of Monet and Renoir, and the expressive brushwork of Van Gogh.
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Americano Born in Tupelo Color Field Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
Harris do Instituto de Arte de Chicago e foi agraciado com a Medalha de Artista Fellowship da Washington Gallery of Modern Art.
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American Born in St. Louis Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
Shifted towards Abstract Expressionism, influenced by Surrealist principles. Often used numbers and letters to identify paintings, incorporating nonsense syllables as titles (e.g., Pask, Burwak, Jondol). His work is held in prominent collections including the Art Institute of Chicago, The Museum of Modern Art, Tate Gallery, and National Gallery of Art.
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Americano Born in Poughkeepsie Expressionismo, Surrealismo Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
Abraham Rattner, nascido em Poughkeepsie, Nova York, em 1895, foi um artista cuja vida e obra estiveram profundamente entrelaçadas com as correntes tumultuadas do século XX. A ambição inicial de Rattner inclinava-se para a arquitetura, perseguida primeiramente na Universidade George Washington, mas sua verdadeira vocação residia na pintura, o que o levou a estudos posteriores na Corcoran School of Art e na Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts.
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Armstrong’s early career focused on commercial art, creating illustrations for magazines, advertisements, and packaging. However, he found himself increasingly drawn to subjects beyond the demands of client briefs. American Regionalism: The focus on distinctly American subjects and landscapes connects him to artists like Grant Wood and Thomas Hart Benton.
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American Born in Bratslav Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 5/32 languages
Throughout his career, Milton Resnick exhibited widely in prominent galleries including the Poindexter Gallery, Howard Wise Gallery, Max Hutchinson, and Robert Miller, gaining critical acclaim for his unique vision.
Pupil of Hans Hofmann #20
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French/Mexican Born in Chenecey-Buillon Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
What began as an intended brief respite from the looming shadow of World War II evolved into a decades-long exile from Europe, leading the couple to Mexico City. Initially experimenting with leftover paints from Paalen’s palette, she quickly developed a distinctive style characterized by textured surfaces and dreamlike compositions. She established close friendships with many prominent modern artists, dedicating works like Celestial Shadow (to Giorgio de Chirico) and The Ballad for Frida Kahlo as tributes to her peers.
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Peruvian Born in Lima Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
The historical significance of Fernando de Szyszlo cannot be overstated; he was the bridge between the ancestral past and the modern future.
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Francês Born in Knoxville Pós-Impressionismo Wikipedia in 5/32 languages
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American Born in Harlem Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
Norman Wilfred Lewis, born in Harlem, New York City, in 1909, emerged as a pivotal figure in the American art landscape of the mid-20th century. This early commitment led him to the Savage Studio of Arts and Crafts in Harlem, where Augusta Savage, a pioneering sculptor and teacher, became a crucial mentor. These journeys to South America and the Caribbean exposed him to diverse cultures and artistic traditions, expanding his visual vocabulary and challenging his preconceived notions.
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Chinês-Francês Born in Xiao County Abstracionismo Expressionista Ocidental Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
In 1935, he enrolled at the National School of Fine Arts in Hangzhou (now China Academy of Art), marking a pivotal moment that propelled him toward a professional artistic vocation. It was during this period that he formed an enduring friendship with two fellow students—Wu Guanzhong and Zao Wou-ki—a trio soon dubbed the “Three Musketeers” of modernist Chinese art. A landmark exhibition at the Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburgh in 1964 propelled him onto the global stage, resulting in acquisitions of his work by over fifty museums worldwide.
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British Born in Leamington Spa Abstract Art Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
Amidst the bleakness of Stalag III-B, an encounter with fellow prisoner Adrian Heath ignited a passion for painting that would eventually redefine the visual language of the English landscape.
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Nipo-brasileira Born in Quioto Abstracionismo Informal Wikipedia in 8/32 languages
tomie ohtake nakakubo, renomada artista visual nipo-brasileira, nasceu em 21 de novembro de 1913, em quioto, no Japão. Sua vida tomou um rumo inesperado quando viajou para o Brasil em 1936, aos vinte e três anos, para visitar seu irmão, mas viu-se impossibilitada de retornar devido ao teatro do Pacífico durante a Segunda Guerra Mundial.
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Born in Leeds Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
Nascido em Headingley, Leeds, em 1920, sua jornada artística não começou nos salões sagrados da academia, mas entre as practicalidades de um negócio familiar e a beleza florescente da paisagem de Cornualha. Um momento decisivo ocorreu durante uma excursão escolar à National Gallery, em Londres, em 1933, onde um encontro com as obras de Paul Cézanne acendeu uma paixão vitalícia e moldou profundamente sua trajetória artística.
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Italian Born in Foglianise Transavanguardia Wikipedia in 5/32 languages
His 1980 Venice Biennale contribution, “Space Paintings,” further solidified his reputation as a pioneer in this medium. These works, characterized by their dynamic composition and layered textures, demonstrated De Maria's ability to manipulate space and create a sense of movement within the confines of a two-dimensional surface. His art is held in prestigious collections worldwide, including those of the Castello di Rivoli Museo d'Arte Contemporanea in Turin and the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam.
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English Born in Sidcup Abstract painter Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
Born in Sidcup, United Kingdom, Davenport has carved out a singular space in the art world through a practice that masterfully marries chance and control. Notable achievements include: The Southwark Bridge Commission: A large-scale public work entitled Poured Lines: Southwark, unveiled beneath the arches of the bridge.
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American Born in Hoboken Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
Atelier 17: Joined Stanley William Hayter's Atelier 17 (1941), a printmaking workshop, and created prints. Key Turning Point – Kurt Schwitters: In 1948, saw the collages of Kurt Schwitters at the Rose Fried Gallery in New York City.
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American Born in Houston Abstract Sculpture Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
As he moved through the integrated landscapes of Ohio and eventually to California in 1955, Edwards began a transformative journey that would lead him from the foundational disciplines of painting at UCLA to the rugged, industrial mastery of welding and steel assemblage.
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German-American Born in Bavaria Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 2/32 languages
In 1938, Wilke emigrated to the United States, establishing himself as an artist and scholar amidst the burgeoning artistic dynamism of New York City.
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Born in Sheffield Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
Sua primeira exposição individual na Marlborough New London Gallery, em 1964, foi seguida por uma importante mostra de museu na Whitechapel Art Gallery em 1967, curada por Bryan Robertson. Em 1969, alcançou reconhecimento internacional ao representar a Grã-Bretanha ao lado de Anthony Caro na Bienal de São Paulo, no Brasil.
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American Born in Hörby Abstract sculpture, Assemblage Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
Nevelson studied at the Art Students League of New York, learning from instructors like Hans Hofmann and Chaim Gross. Her signature style emerged in the late 1950s: monumental, monochromatic wooden wall pieces and sculptures. Marriage to Charles Nevelson in 1920 allowed her to pursue art studies in New York City.
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American Born in New Orleans Abstract Expressionism Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
In 1935, as a young student, Bultman traveled to Munich, a period that would fundamentally reshape his artistic DNA. It was here that he encountered the influential Maria Hofmann, whose presence served as a bridge to the legendary Hans Hofmann. He was a prominent member of the "Irascibles," the group of defiant artists who famously protested the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s conservative biases in 1950.
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Australiano Born in Summer Hill Modernismo, Arte Abstrata Wikipedia in 2/32 languages
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American Born in Greensboro Abstract/Expressionism Wikipedia in 2/32 languages
Born in Greensboro, North Carolina, in 1918, Jefferson Eugene Grigsby Jr., later known simply as J.E.
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Born in Hollywood Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
Hans Hofmann School of Fine Arts in New York City (1951-1953). The teachings of Hans Hofmann were particularly influential, shaping Yamamoto’s understanding of color and form. The Art Students League of New York (1950-1952), under the guidance of Yasuo Kuniyoshi, Morris Kantor, Byron Browne, and Vaclav Vytlacil.
Key works · The 100 most famous works
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American Born in Westchester County Abstract Expressionism & Figurative Expressionism Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
Her tenure at institutions such as Queens College, Vassar College, and the New York Studio School allowed her to pass on her rigorous approach to both technique and concept. Her contributions are preserved in some of the world's most esteemed institutions, including: The Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C.
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British Born in Hartlepool Pop Realism, Romantic Expressionism Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
He quickly immersed himself in the city’s vibrant art scene, teaching at St Helen’s School of Art and later at Liverpool Polytechnic. Influenced by artists like Sam Walsh and Adrian Henri, who were also active within the city's artistic circles, Cockrill embraced Pop Realism and Photo- Realism, capturing the everyday details of Liverpool life with startling clarity and emotional intensity. His work has been exhibited widely throughout Britain and internationally, including retrospectives at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool, Kunstmuseum in Düsseldorf, and the Royal West of England Academy.
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Italian Born in Guardiagrele Pittura Analitica, Minimalism
His early life, marked by a family relocation to Foligno in Umbria, instilled within him a deep appreciation for the region’s rich cultural heritage and landscape—elements that subtly permeate his later work despite its abstract nature. In 2008, Verna received the esteemed “Antonio Feltrinelli” Prize for painting from the National Academy of the Lincei, a testament to his significant contributions to the art world.
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Britânico Born in High Wycombe Campo de cor abstrato
A jornada de Wragg pelo mundo artístico teve início na High Wycombe School of Art (1962-66), prosseguindo pela Camberwell School of Arts and Crafts (196len66-69) e culminando em seus estudos na prestigiada Slade School of Fine Art (1969-71).
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Britânica Born in Paris Arte Contemporânea; Expressionismo Abstrato
Na vasta paisagem da arte contemporânea, poucas vozes ressoam com tanta intensidade silenciosa e profundidade cultural quanto a de Aisha Cahn. Artista contemporânea britânica cujas raízes remontam às vibrantes ruas de Mumbai, na Índia, Cahn dedicou sua carreira a orquestrar um diálogo profundo entre as tradições espirituais do Oriente e as liberdades expressivas do Ocidente.
The paintings behind the names
Through time
In figures
| Estados Unidos | 22 |
|---|---|
| United States | 11 |
| Reino Unido | 4 |
| Alemanha | 3 |
| United Kingdom | 3 |
| China | 2 |
| Estados Unidos da América | 2 |
| Canada | 2 |
| 1850s | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1870s | 1 |
| 1880s | 2 |
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 17 |
| 1910s | 14 |
| 1920s | 18 |
| 1930s | 9 |
| 1940s | 3 |
| 1950s | 3 |
| 1960s | 1 |
All of them, in order
Jackson PollockAmericano · 1912–1956Gerhard RichterAlemão · nascido(a) em 1932Willem De Kooning1904–1997Jasper Johnsnascido(a) em 1930Mark RothkoAmericano · 1903–1970Arshile Gorky1904–1948Alexander CalderScottish-American · 1898–1976Helen FrankenthalerAmericana · 1928–2011Cy TwomblyAmericano · 1928–2011Barnett NewmanAmericano · 1905–1970František KupkaTcheco · 1871–1957Lee Krasner1908–1984Hans HartungAlemão-Francês · 1904–1989Robert Motherwell1915–1991Franz KlineAmerican · 1910–1962Zao Wou-Ki1920–2013Clyfford StillAmericano · 1904–1980Richard DiebenkornAmericano · 1922–1993Aaron SiskindAmericano · 1903–1991Hans Hofmann1880–1966Adolph GottliebAmerican · 1903–1974Jean-Paul RiopelleCanadian · 1923–2002Yoo YoungkukCoreano · 1916–2002Ad ReinhardtAmericano · 1913–1967Mark TobeyAmerican · 1890–1976Paul Jenkins1923–2012Etel AdnanAmericano · 1925–2021Richard Art HambletonCanadian · 1952–2017George Ștefănescu-RâmnicRomanian-German · 1914–2007Daan LemaireDutch · nascido(a) em 1942George Edgar Ohr (O Mad Potter de Biloxi)Americano · 1857–1918William BaziotesAmerican · 1912–1963David SmithUnited States · 1906–1965Theodoros StamosAmerican/Griego · 1922–1997Shakir Hassan Al-Said1925–2004Bernie CaseyAmerican · 1939–2017Ruth Asawa1926–2013Rochelle Reznik BlumenfeldAmerican · nascido(a) em 1936Requena NozalSpanish · nascido(a) em 1947Alma Thomas1891–1978Grace Hartigan1922–2008Norman Bluhm1921–1999Yi EungroCoreano-Francês · 1904–1989Geta BrătescuRomanian · 1926–2018Hedda SterneRomanian-American · 1910–2011Alan DavieScottish · 1920–2014George StefanescuSam GilliamAmericano · 1933–2022James BrooksAmerican · 1906–1992Abraham RattnerAmericano · 1893–1978Jack ArmstrongMilton ResnickAmerican · 1917–2004Alice RahonFrench/Mexican · 1904–1987Fernando de SzyszloPeruvian · 1925–2017Beauford DelaneyFrancês · 1901–1979Norman LewisAmerican · 1909–1979Teh-Chun ChuChinês-Francês · 1920–2014Terry FrostBritish · 1915–2003Tomie OhtakeNipo-brasileira · 1913–2015Patrick Heron1920–1999Nicola De MariaItalian · nascido(a) em 1954Ian DavenportEnglish · nascido(a) em 1966Anne RyanAmerican · 1889–1954Melvin EdwardsAmerican · 1937–2026Ulfert WilkeGerman-American · 1907–1987John Hoyland1934–2011Carl Gustaf NelsonAmerican · 1898–1988Fritz BultmanAmerican · 1919–1985Frank HinderAustraliano · 1906–1992Eugene Grigsby, Jr.American · 1918–2013Taro Yamamoto1919–1994Rosemarie BeckAmerican · 1923–2003Maurice CockrillBritish · 1936–2013Claudio VernaItalian · nascido(a) em 1937Gary WraggBritânico · nascido(a) em 1946Yasha CyrinskiBritânica · nascido(a) em 1959Your questions, answered
First place goes to Jackson Pollock (#1); Gerhard Richter (#2) and Willem De Kooning (#3) complete the podium.
Jackson Pollock (#1), Gerhard Richter (#2), Willem De Kooning (#3), Jasper Johns (#4) e Mark Rothko (#5).
The highest-ranked artistas born in Estados Unidos are Jackson Pollock (#1), Jasper Johns (#4), Alexander Calder (#7), Helen Frankenthaler (#8) e Cy Twombly (#9).
Most artistas in this list were born in the 1920s (18 of 76), between 1857 and 1966 overall.
Robert Motherwell (#14) taught Cy Twombly (#9); Franz Kline (#15) taught Cy Twombly (#9).
The women of this list (13): Helen Frankenthaler (#8), Lee Krasner (#12), Etel Adnan (#27), Ruth Asawa (#37), Rochelle Reznik Blumenfeld (#38), Alma Thomas (#40), Grace Hartigan (#41) e Geta Brătescu (#44).
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Whitney Museum of American Art (5), Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum (2) e Museum Folkwang (2).
The highest-ranked living artistas in this list are Gerhard Richter (#2), Jasper Johns (#4), Daan Lemaire (#30), Rochelle Reznik Blumenfeld (#38), Requena Nozal (#39) e Nicola De Maria (#61).
The earliest-born artista in this list is George Edgar Ohr (O Mad Potter de Biloxi) (#31), born in 1857.
Estados Unidos: 22 of the 76 artistas in this list were born there, then United States (11) e Reino Unido (4).
The highest-ranked artistas born in United States are William Baziotes (#32), David Smith (#33), Norman Bluhm (#42), James Brooks (#49) e Norman Lewis (#56).
Our catalogue holds 3,800 works by these artistas.
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Artistas famosos de BaroqueA Ronda Noturna · Rembrandt
Artistas famosos de Contemporary RealistAs Catadoras · Jean-François Millet
Artistas famosos de ImpressionistNoite Estrelada (Nova York, MoMA) · Vincent Van Gogh
Artistas famosos de RomanticistSaturno Devorando Seu Filho · Francisco De Goya
Artistas famosos de NeoclassicistA Morte de Marat · Jacques-Louis David
Artistas famosos de RealistA Origem do Mundo · Gustave Courbet
Artistas famosos de RenaissanceMona Lisa (La Gioconda) · Leonardo Da Vinci
Artistas famosos de Dutch Golden AgeJohannes Vermeer · Johannes Vermeer
Artistas famosos de ExpressionistComposição VII · Wassily Kandinsky
Artistas famosos de RococoA Embarcação para Citerê · Antoine WatteauOther periods
Artistas famosos de Early MedievalSnowy River · Wang Wei
Artistas famosos de High MedievalMadonna in Maest (Ognissanti Madonna) · Giotto Di Bondone
Artistas famosos de Late MedievalA Anunciação e Dois Santos · Simone Martini
Artistas famosos de RenaissanceA Criação de Adão · Michelangelo
Artistas famosos de Early ModernA Vocação de São Mateus · Caravaggio
Artistas famosos de 19th CenturyLírios d'Água (ou Ninféias) · Claude Monet
Artistas famosos de ModernGuernica · Pablo Picasso
Artistas famosos de ContemporaryWind Sculpture III (one in a series of nine) · Yinka ShonibareMore rankings
