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Василий Васильевич Кандинский 1866–1944
Русский Born in Москва ['Экспрессионизм', 'Абстрактная живопись', 'Синий всадник'] Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
Expressionist painters, ranked
The most famous Expressionist painter is Василий Васильевич Кандинский (1866–1944), known for Несколько кругов, Соломон Р. Г. and Композиция VIII. Next come Эдвард Мунк, Жан-Мишель Баския, Пауль Клее and Джексон Поллок. This ranking of the 100 most famous Expressionist painters runs from Кристиан Рольфс (born 1849) to Жан-Мишель Баския (born 1960), across 37 countries.
How this list is ranked. Artists whose works our catalogue files under 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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Русский Born in Москва ['Экспрессионизм', 'Абстрактная живопись', 'Синий всадник'] Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Американский Born in Парк-Слоуп Неоэкспрессионизм Wikipedia in 29/32 languages
By the early 1980s, Basquiat transitioned from graffiti to canvas, rapidly gaining recognition within the New York art world. His paintings weren’t easily categorized; they were a unique synthesis of influences ranging from Abstract Expressionism to tribal art, comic books, and historical painting. In the years since his death, Basquiat’s reputation has only grown.
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Немецко-швейцарская Born in Мюнхенбуксе Экспрессионизм, кубизм, сюрреализм Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
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Американец Born in Коди Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
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Итальянец Born in Ливорно Экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Австриец Born in Тульн-ан-дер-Донау Австрийский экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Ирландец Born in Дублин Экспрессионизм, кубизм, сюрреализм Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
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Голландско-американская Born in Роттердам Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
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Американец Born in Даугавпилс ['Живопись цветового поля', 'Абстрактный экспрессионизм']
No. 6 (Фиолетовый, зеленый и красный). Оранжевый, красный, желтый (1961).
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Немец Born in Мюнхен Немецкий экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
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Австриец, чех, британец Born in Пёхларн Экспрессионизм, венский авангард Wikipedia in 29/32 languages
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Немец Born in Ашаффенбург Немецкий экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Армяно-американец Born in Хоргом Абстрактный экспрессионизм, Сюрреализм Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
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Немецко-датчанин Born in Нольде Немецкий экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 28/32 languages
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Немец Born in Унтерхаус ['Новая объективность', 'Дадаизм', 'Экспрессионизм'] Wikipedia in 28/32 languages
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Бельгиец Born in Остенде ['Символизм', 'Экспрессионизм'] Wikipedia in 25/32 languages
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Француз Born in Смиловичи Экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
While often categorized as an Expressionist, to reduce Soutine solely to this label is a significant oversimplification.
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Немец Born in Лейпциг Экспрессионизм, Новая вещественность Wikipedia in 27/32 languages
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Австриец Born in Вена Секция Весны Wikipedia in 29/32 languages
Родился: 15 декабря 1928 г., Вена, Австрия. Умер: 19 февраля 2000 г.
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Немец Born in Донауэшинген Неоэкспрессионизм Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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британский художник Born in Берлин Реализм Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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Немецкая Born in Кёнигсберг Экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 28/32 languages
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Scottish-American Born in Абердин Architectural sculpture Wikipedia in 28/32 languages
Kinetic Art – Mobiles: Calder revolutionized sculpture with his mobiles, embracing movement and spontaneity as artistic principles—a transformative innovation that captivated audiences worldwide. ## Legacy and Influence (Detailed) Alexander Stirling Calder and Alexander ‘sandy’ Calder followed in their father's footsteps as accomplished sculptors, perpetuating a family tradition of artistic innovation.
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Мексиканский Born in Чиуауа Социальный реализм, Мурализм Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
«Городское блеск» (1930-е гг.) – критика капиталистической системы и изображение жизни города как места социальной изоляции и эксплуатации.
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Американка Born in Манхэттен Абстрактная экспрессия, Колористическая абстракция Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
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Американский Born in Лексингтон Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
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Американский/Немецкий Born in Нью-Йорк Экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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Американский Born in Нью-Йорк Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
Newman’s formative years were marked by exposure to European artistic currents—particularly Cubism spearheaded by Picasso and the vibrant color palettes championed by Matisse—which instilled in him an appreciation for formal experimentation.
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Born in Опочно Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
«Аморфа, фуга в двух цветах», около 1912 г. «Диски Ньютона, этюд к фуге в двух цветах», около 1911 г.
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Немец Born in Дойчбазелиц Неоэкспрессионизм Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
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Американка Born in Бруклин Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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Немецкий Born in Ротлуф Экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 25/32 languages
He meticulously planned each cut, carefully considering how the remaining areas would interact to create contrast and define form. His woodcuts weren’t simply representations; they were expressions – a tangible manifestation of his inner world. In 1947, he was appointed professor at the University of Arts in Berlin-Charlottenburg, where he mentored a new generation of artists, imparting his knowledge and passion for expressive art.
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немец-француз Born in Лейпциг Жестуальный абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
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Британская Born in Берлин Школа Лондона Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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Американский Born in Уилкс-Барре Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
Simultaneously, he sought inspiration from European masters—particularly Rembrandt’s masterful use of chiaroscuro and Velázquez's meticulous observation of human anatomy—and absorbed the subtle beauty of Japanese prints, where careful line work conveyed complex emotions and narratives. These encounters shaped his aesthetic sensibilities and instilled a belief in the power of deliberate craftsmanship. The disciplined environment of Girard College fostered his burgeoning talent, providing access to foundational training in drawing and drafting techniques.
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Индиец Born in Пандхарпур Кубистическая повествовательная живопись Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
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Немец Born in Мешеде Экспрессионизм, фовизм, орфизм, кубизм Wikipedia in 28/32 languages
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Русский Born in Торжок Экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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Немецкий Born in Гвардейск Импрессионизм и экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
However, it was his exposure to Impressionism – initially viewed with skepticism – that ultimately proved transformative. Corinth’s fascination with the Baroque master Rubens was particularly significant.
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Born in Пекин ['1920s Art Deco', 'Expressionism', 'Abstract art'] Wikipedia in 12/32 languages
While precise details regarding this artist's early life are limited, it’s reasonable to assume that the tumultuous years following World War I profoundly shaped their artistic trajectory. The influence of earlier movements such as Impressionism and Post-Impressionism is also likely present, providing a foundation upon which to build more radical departures. Furthermore, the burgeoning interest in psychology, spearheaded by figures like Sigmund Freud, fueled explorations into the hidden depths of the human psyche—a theme that would become increasingly prominent in their work.
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Swiss Born in Ваксельдорн Expressionism, Bauhaus Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
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Польский Born in Варшава Символизм, сюрреализм Wikipedia in 27/32 languages
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Немец Born in Дёбельн Немецкий экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 22/32 languages
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Австро-американский Born in Вена Двенадцатитоновая техника; Экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
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Русская Born in Тула Экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
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Испанец Born in Цвиккау Кубизм, Сюрреализм Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
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Венгр Born in Будапешт Современное венгерское искусство Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Serbian Born in Čačak Expressionism & Fauvism Wikipedia in 27/32 languages
Nadežda Petrović (Serbian Cyrillic: Надежда Петровић; 11/12 October 1873 – 3 April 1915) was a Serbian painter and one of the women war photography pioneers in the region. Graduating in 1891, she taught there for a period beginning in 1893 before moving to Munich to study with Slovenian artist Anton Ažbe. Petrović’s relocation to Munich in 1901 proved transformative, exposing her to the burgeoning avant-garde movements of Expressionism and Fauvism.
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Бельгиец Born in Антверпен Фламандский экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
Constant Permeke (1886 – 1952) stands as a monumental figure in Belgian art history, recognized primarily for his contribution to Flemish Expressionism—a movement that profoundly impacted the artistic landscape of the early 20th century.
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Българин Born in Видин Школа Париж, Експресионизм Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Германия Born in Грос-Ниэндорф Экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
Notable works like “Hilly Landscape in Late Autumn” (1900) exemplify his masterful manipulation of color and texture—creating images imbued with palpable atmosphere and psychological resonance. Furthermore, Rohlfs’s exploration of religious subjects—particularly “The Temptation of Christ” (1914)—revealed his commitment to conveying spiritual narratives through an Expressionist lens—a stylistic choice that distinguished him from many of his contemporaries.
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German Born in Duisburg Expressionism
Emotional Depth: A unique ability to capture the essence of human vulnerability and existential solitude.
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Русско-французский Born in Витебск Кубизм, Модернизм Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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Американский Born in Гранд-Исланд Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 12/32 languages
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Американский Born in Портленд Лирическая абстракция Wikipedia in 9/32 languages
Richard Diebenkorn, born in Portland, Oregon, in 1922, began his artistic journey at a remarkably young age. Crucially, he found mentors who profoundly influenced his artistic development – Victor Arnautoff, a respected instructor known for his rigorous classical training in oil painting, and Daniel Mendelowitz, an admirer of the evocative realism of Edward Hopper. Richard Diebenkorn’s passing in 1993 marked the end of a remarkable career, but his artistic vision continues to illuminate the landscape of American art.
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British Born in Истлём Outsider art, Impressionism
He also honed his skills at the Royal Academy Schools from 1892 to 1895, where he was awarded the Landseer Scholarship—a prestigious honor recognizing exceptional artistic merit. Initially drawn to the works of Orchardson and Bastien-Lepage, Sims’ artistic explorations soon broadened horizons, embracing the stylistic innovations of Italian quattrocento painting and Puvis de Chavannes. Iris, Sunshine And Wind, and The Bathers are just a few canvases that exemplify Sims’ evolving style and captivating use of light and color.
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Грек Born in Пирей Сюрреализм
«Вход в загородный дом» (1928): Эта акварель служит примером способности Цартойхиса сливать фантазию с тщательной наблюдательностью. «Этюд к "Маю"» (1973): Картина демонстрирует влияние Моранди и мастерское использование техники импасто, передавая одновременно красоту и меланхолию.
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Romanian Born in Iași ['Expressionism', 'Dadaism']
Segal’s formative years were spent in Romania, absorbing the artistic traditions of the region while simultaneously encountering the burgeoning avant-garde currents emanating from Berlin. A subsequent period in Paris and Italy allowed him to immerse himself in the vibrant artistic scene of the time, encountering the innovations of Post-Impressionism and early Modernism.
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Американский Born in Нью-Йорк Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 12/32 languages
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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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German Born in Berlin Expressionism Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
Gabriele Münter stands as a pivotal figure in the vibrant landscape of early 20th-century German art, a painter whose contributions to Expressionism were long overshadowed but are now rightfully celebrated. She joined his Phalanx school in 1901, where she absorbed the principles of Post-Impressionism and experimented with innovative techniques like using palette knives to apply paint—a method that would become a hallmark of her style.
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Polish Born in Leorda Expressionism Wikipedia in 11/32 languages
Weiss's distinctive style is characterized by intense emotion conveyed through muted color palettes and dynamic brushstrokes—a hallmark of Expressionism. His canvases capture psychological states with remarkable sensitivity, reflecting the anxieties and uncertainties of his time. Furthermore, he engaged with Symbolist artists such as Edvard Munch and Gustav Klimt, incorporating evocative imagery and psychological depth into his compositions.
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Американский Born in Буффало Абстракционизм, Минимализм Wikipedia in 12/32 languages
These works, created between 1954 and 1967, are not simply devoid of color; they are intensely layered with subtle variations in tone, texture, and reflectivity. The paintings were often described as “silent,” reflecting Reinhardt’s belief that art should not impose itself upon the viewer but rather stimulate contemplation and sensory experience. He taught at numerous institutions—Brooklyn College, California School of Fine Arts, University of Wyoming, Yale University, and Hunter College—imparting his rigorous intellectual approach to aspiring artists.
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Austrian Born in Bzenec Vienna Secession Wikipedia in 13/32 languages
His relocation to Vienna in 1879 marked the beginning of a transformative era for both the artist and the city itself, as he moved from the quietude of his Czech origins toward the vibrant, pulsing energy of a burgeoning metropolis. While he achieved significant professional milestones—including being awarded the prestigious Villa Romana prize in 1905 and serving as a respected professor at the Frauenkunstschule —his personal existence was often shadowed by an innate sense of melancholy.
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French Born in Paris Expressionism
By the late 1950s, shifting artistic tides toward total abstraction and criticisms regarding his prolific output and lavish lifestyle led to a period of professional alienation. Nevertheless, Buffet’s dedication to his craft never wavered. Despite his immense success, Buffet’s journey was not without its tribulations.
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German/Dutch Born in Krefeld Der Blaue Reiter Wikipedia in 13/32 languages
The Blaue Reiter’s emphasis on symbolism, spirituality, and the connection between art and nature profoundly impacted Campendonk's work, leading him to incorporate elements of folklore, mythology, and dream imagery into his compositions.
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Американский Born in Сентрвилл Абстрактный экспрессионизм 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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Scottish Expressionism; Surrealism
During his formative years at the Edinburgh College of Art, he forged lasting bonds with contemporaries such as Alan Bold and Alexander Moffat, contributing to a movement dedicated to revitalizing Scottish art through a blend of local heritage and international influence. John Bellany’s contribution to British art history is marked by his ability to elevate regional Scottish identity to a universal stage.
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Голландец Born in Хертогенбос Экспрессионизм, Люминизм Wikipedia in 8/32 languages
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German Born in Soest Expressionism Wikipedia in 11/32 languages
His service, which earned him the Iron Cross, ultimately led to his untimely death near Langemark, Belgium, in August 1917, at the age of only twenty-six.
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Американец Born in Бирмингем Неоэкспрессионизм Wikipedia in 8/32 languages
Chalk Up Another One: мощная работа 1992 года, воспевающая жизнь чернокожих и одновременно бросающая прямой вызов расовым стереотипам. Scout (Girl): неоэкспрессионистский портрет, использующий яркие цвета и графическую глубину для передачи сути юности и самоидентификации.
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Бельгиец Born in Гент Фламандский экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
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French Cubism
As a founding member of the Hetek painting group, he stood at the forefront of a generation that sought to redefine Hungarian and European art through a lens of radical modernity.
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German Born in Dusseldorf New Objectivity & Realism
His landscapes—particularly “ Early Morning in the Eifel Mountains ”—capture the serene beauty of the Rhineland region with remarkable precision and tonal subtlety.
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British Biblical scenes, female figures
Her use of light and shadow was particularly masterful, imbuing her figures with a sense of depth and psychological complexity. Beyond the technical aspects, Ascher’s process involved a deep engagement with the source material. Her influence can be seen in later generations of artists who sought to infuse their work with personal meaning and social commentary.
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Belgian Born in Ghent Expressionism, Surrealism Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
Notably, he collaborated on a comic strip series with Jean Ray, further demonstrating his versatility as an artist. His legacy endures as one of the most significant figures of the Belgian Expressionist movement. Van Hecke’s unwavering support provided Van den Berghe with crucial exposure and access to the artistic circles of Brussels and Ghent.
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A pivotal trip to Russia in 1906 profoundly influenced his artistic direction, exposing him to new perspectives and a more expressive aesthetic. Financial support from art dealer Paul Cassirer allowed Barlach to develop his unique style, focusing on the emotional intensity of human figures.
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Американец Born in Бейрут ['Ассамбляж', 'Поп-арт', 'Нео-дада'] Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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Американский Born in Чикаго Деревенская гравюра, графический роман
Inspired by Masereel’s pioneering work, Ward embarked on a radical new path—creating narratives entirely conveyed through meticulously crafted woodcut illustrations. This wasn’t merely an aesthetic choice; it represented a fundamental rethinking of storytelling itself—a deliberate rejection of conventional prose in favor of visual language that prioritized emotional impact and symbolic depth. Ward was born on June 26, 1905, in Chicago, Illinois—a city undergoing rapid industrialization and social transformation during his formative years.
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Русско-литовский Born in Новгород Экспрессионизм, Пейзажи городов
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German Born in Krefeld Expressionism Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
Unlike many artists who sought grand urban centers, Nauen found his creative haven in the Rhineland, a region steeped in folklore, rural beauty, and a deep connection to the land – influences that would irrevocably shape his distinctive style. Nauen’s formal training began at the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf in 1898, where he honed his skills under the tutelage of established masters. While Nauen’s work predates the formal establishment of German Expressionism, it undeniably shares many key characteristics with the movement.
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All of them, in order
Василий Васильевич КандинскийРусский · 1866–1944
Эдвард МункНорвежец · 1863–1944Жан-Мишель БаскияАмериканский · 1960–1988Пауль КлееНемецко-швейцарская · 1879–1940Джексон ПоллокАмериканец · 1912–1956Амедео МодильяниИтальянец · 1884–1920Эгон ШилеАвстриец · 1890–1918Фрэнсис БэконИрландец · 1909–1992
Герхард РихтерНемец · born 1932Виллем Де КунингГолландско-американская · 1904–1997
Джаспер ДжонсАмериканец · born 1930Марк РоткоАмериканец · 1903–1970Франц МаркНемец · 1880–1916Оскар КокошкаАвстриец, чех, британец · 1886–1980Эрнст Людвиг КирхнерНемец · 1880–1938Аршил ГоркиАрмяно-американец · 1904–1948Эмиль НольдеНемецко-датчанин · 1867–1956Отто ДиксНемец · 1891–1969Джеймс ЭнсорБельгиец · 1860–1949Хаим Соломонович СутинФранцуз · 1893–1943Макс БекманНемец · 1884–1950Фриденсрайх ХундертвассерАвстриец · 1928–2000Ансельм КиферНемец · born 1945Люсьен Фрейдбританский художник · 1922–2011Кете КольвицНемецкая · 1867–1945
Жорж Руо1871–1958Александр КолдерScottish-American · 1898–1976Хосе Давид Альфаро СикейросМексиканский · 1896–1974Элен ФранкенталерАмериканка · 1928–2011Сай ТвомблиАмериканский · 1928–2011Лионель ФейнингерАмериканский/Немецкий · 1871–1956Барнетт НьюманАмериканский · 1905–1970Франтишек Купка1871–1957
Паула Модерзон-Беккер1876–1907
Юлиан ШнайбельАмериканский · born 1951Георг БазелицНемец · 1938–2026Ли КраснерАмериканка · 1908–1984Карл Шмидт-РотлуфНемецкий · 1884–1976Ханс Хартунгнемец-француз · 1904–1989Франк АуэрбахБританская · 1931–2024
Роберт Мазервелл1915–1991Франц КлайнАмериканский · 1910–1962
Пьер ДойгScottish · born 1959М. Ф. ХусайнИндиец · 1915–2011Август МакеНемец · 1887–1914Алексей фон ЯвленскийРусский · 1864–1941
Филипп Густон1913–1980Ловис КоринтНемецкий · 1858–1925
Элис Нил1900–1984Чжао Уцзи1920–2013Иоганнес ИттенSwiss · 1888–1967Станислав Игнаций ВиткевичПольский · 1885–1939Эрих ХеккельНемец · 1883–1970Арнольд ШёнбергАвстро-американский · 1874–1951Марианна Владимировна ВерёвкинаРусская · 1860–1938Макс ПехштейнИспанец · 1881–1955Вильмош Аба-НовакВенгр · 1894–1941Nadežda PetrovićSerbian · 1873–1915
Отто Мюллер1874–1930Констант ПермекеБельгиец · 1886–1952Жюль ПаскинБългарин · 1885–1930Кристиан РольфсГермания · 1849–1938Wilhelm LehmbruckGerman · 1881–1919Осип ЦадкинРусско-французский · 1888–1967Клиффорд СтиллАмериканский · 1904–1980
Рихард ГерстльАвстриец · 1883–1908Ричард ДибенкорнАмериканский · 1922–1993
Джон Марин1870–1953Чарльз Генри СимсBritish · 1873–1928Яннис ЦарухисГрек · 1910–1989
Аарон СиккиндАмериканский · 1903–1991
Ганс Гофман1880–1966Arthur SegalRomanian · 1875–1944
Альбин Эггер-Линц1868–1926Адольф ГотлибАмериканский · 1903–1974Jean-Paul RiopelleCanadian · 1923–2002Gabriele MünterGerman · 1877–1962
Юо ЁнгкукЮжнокорейский · 1916–2002Wojciech WeissPolish · 1875–1950Эд РейнхардтАмериканский · 1913–1967
Карл Блоссфельдтнемец · 1865–1932Max KurzweilAustrian · 1867–1916Bernard BuffetFrench · 1928–1999Heinrich CampendonkGerman/Dutch · 1889–1957Марк ТобиАмериканский · 1890–1976John BellanyScottish · 1942–2013Ян СлейтерсГолландец · 1881–1957Wilhelm MorgnerGerman · 1891–1917
Пол ДженкинсАмериканец · 1923–2012Керри Джеймс МаршаллАмериканец · born 1955Густав Де СметБельгиец · 1877–1943Armand SchonbergerFrench · 1885–1974Werner PeinerGerman · 1897–1984Mary AscherBritish · 1900–1988Frits Van Den BergheBelgian · 1883–1939Ernst Barlach1870–1938Этель АднанАмериканец · 1925–2021Лайнд УордАмериканский · 1905–1985Мстислав ДобужинскийРусско-литовский · 1875–1957Heinrich NauenGerman · 1880–1940Your questions, answered
First place goes to Василий Васильевич Кандинский (#1); Эдвард Мунк (#2) and Жан-Мишель Баския (#3) complete the podium.
Василий Васильевич Кандинский (#1), Эдвард Мунк (#2), Жан-Мишель Баския (#3), Пауль Клее (#4) and Джексон Поллок (#5).
The highest-ranked painters born in Германия are Герхард Рихтер (#9), Франц Марк (#13), Эрнст Людвиг Кирхнер (#15), Отто Дикс (#18) and Макс Бекман (#21).
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Музей Соломона Р. Гуггенхайма (5), Музей Фолькванг (5) and Музей современного искусства (MoMA) (4).
Нью-Йорк: 4 of the painters in this list were born there.
Most painters in this list were born in the 1880s (22 of 100), between 1849 and 1960 overall.
The earliest-born painter in this list is Кристиан Рольфс (#62), born in 1849.
The highest-ranked living painters in this list are Герхард Рихтер (#9), Джаспер Джонс (#11), Ансельм Кифер (#23), Юлиан Шнайбель (#35), Пьер Дойг (#43) and Керри Джеймс Маршалл (#90).
“His paintings are immediately recognizable for their bold colors—often applied with thick impasto, a textured application of paint that gives his surfaces a palpable physicality – and agitated brushwork, creating a sense of movement and unrest.” — from our biography of Хаим Соломонович Сутин (#20).
The highest-ranked painters born in США are Жан-Мишель Баския (#3), Джексон Поллок (#5), Джаспер Джонс (#11), Александр Колдер (#27) and Элен Франкенталер (#29).
США: 19 of the 100 painters in this list were born there, then Германия (18) and Австрия (6).
Our catalogue holds 16,739 works by these painters.
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Famous Contemporary Realist artistsСборецы · Жан-Франсуа Милле
Famous Impressionist artistsЗвёздная ночь (Нью-Йорк, MoMA) · Винсент Ван Гог
Famous Romanticist artistsСатурн пожирающий своего сына · Франсиско Гойя
Famous Neoclassicist artistsСмерть Марата · Жак-Луи Давид
Famous Realist artistsПроисхождение мира · Гюстав Курбе
Famous Renaissance artistsМона Лиза (Джоконда) · Леонардо Да Винчи
Famous Dutch Golden Age artistsДевушка с жемчужной серёжкой · Ян Вермеер
Famous Rococo artistsОтплытие на Кифере · Антуан Ватто
Famous Pop Art artistsКампанельские банки с томатом и рисом · Энди УорхолOther periods
Famous Early Medieval artistsSnowy River · Wang Wei
Famous High Medieval artistsМадонна в Маэсти (Мадонна Оньисанти) · Джотто Ди Бондоне
Famous Late Medieval artistsБлаговещение и два святых · Симоне Мартини
Famous Renaissance artistsСотворение Адама · Микеланджело
Famous Early Modern artistsПризвание святого Матфея · Караваджо
Famous 19th Century artistsВодяные лилии (или Нимфеи) · Клод Моне
Famous Modern artistsГерника · Пабло Пикассо
Famous Contemporary artistsWind Sculpture III (one in a series of nine) · Yinka ShonibareMore rankings
