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Rainer Fetting Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Rainer Fetting our visitors look at most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Rainer Fetting · born 1949

Rainer Fetting, Figur und Hochbahn (Van Gogh) (1980)

1980 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Selbst mit Palette by Rainer Fetting, 1983

1983 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

Discover Rainer Fetting's 1983 expressive masterpiece 'Selbst mit Palette,' a vibrant self-portrait blending bold brushstrokes, dynamic colors, and raw emotion. Perfect for art collectors seeking modernist intensity.

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Art Movement: Expressionism
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Blaue Brandung by Rainer Fetting, 1977

1977 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

Experience the serene energy of Rainer Fetting's 1977 masterpiece Blaue Brandung, a captivating Neo-Expressionist seascape featuring crashing white waves and tranquil blue skies, perfect for your private collection.

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Art Movement: Neo-Expressionism
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Desmond by Rainer Fetting, 1984

1984 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

An eerie and striking portrait of a man rendered in vibrant orange and blue oil tones by Rainer Fetting, capturing the raw energy of 1980s Berlin art, available for your private collection.

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Art Movement: Neo-Expressionism
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Selbst mit gelbem Hut

1982 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

Explore Rainer Fetting’s ‘Selbst mit gelbem Hut’ – a vibrant Neo-Expressionist portrait bursting with color & emotion. Thick impasto, bold yellows, & urban energy. A captivating piece for art collectors.

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Art Movement: Neo-Expressionism
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Frachter mit Kühen by Rainer Fetting, 2017

2017 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

A striking blue cargo ship floats amidst grazing cows in this vibrant Neo-Expressionist scene by Rainer Fetting, capturing a unique moment of surreal tranquility that invites you to bring this masterpiece into your home.

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Art Movement: Neo-Expressionism
Color Palette: Nature

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Desmond auf Schemel sitzend, 1986, Rainer Fetting

1986 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

A dramatic red and blue painting of a seated man by Rainer Fetting. Discover this expressive masterpiece today.

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Taxi with Steam and green Female by Rainer Fetting

1991 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Phone call III – Rainer Fetting

1984 · Städel Museum, Frankfurt · original 229.0 x 183.0cm

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Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Selbstportrait Fummel Travestie (1975)

1975 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Klabauter (2015) by Rainer Fetting

2015 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Rainer Fetting, Boy am Meer mit E-Gitarre (2013)

2013 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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N. Y. Subway by Rainer Fetting

2016 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Rainer Fetting: Here are the Lemons (Desmond Cadogan)

2015 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Andrea Fernrohr (2015) by Rainer Fetting

2015 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Bosler (1975)

1975 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Desmond by Rainer Fetting, 1989

1989 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Raoul sitzend by Rainer Fetting, 2014

2014 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Desmond (1989)

1989 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Ilko sitzend by Rainer Fetting, 2014

2014 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

Rainer Fetting’s ‘Ilko sitzend’ (2014) is a powerful oil painting featuring a nude male form rendered in loose brushstrokes and impasto texture. Explore its somber beauty & classical realism – a captivating study of physicality & emotion.

View the most popular artwork of Rainer Fetting ranked #20: Ilko sitzend

Art Movement: Contemporary Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Erstes Mauerbild (1977)

1977 · Städel Museum, Frankfurt · original 160.0 x 190.0cm

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 21 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Hurricane by Rainer Fetting

2005 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Arab and Camel I, 1983, Rainer Fetting

1983 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 230.0 x 160.0cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Desmond leaning, Rainer Fetting

1989 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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Martin in Fabrik (1978)

1978 · Dortmunder U, Dortmund

Rainer Fetting’s ‘Martin in Fabrik’ (1978) is a haunting Expressionist oil painting of a solitary woman in a decaying interior. Loose brushwork, impasto texture & melancholic mood create an unsettling yet captivating artwork.

View the most popular artwork of Rainer Fetting ranked #25: Martin in Fabrik

Art Movement: Expressionism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 27 artworks by Rainer Fetting
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The artist

Rainer Fetting

born 1949

Quick facts

Vibedramatic
NationalityGermany
Typical colorsdark, neutrals
Copyright statusUnder copyright
Movementsneo-expressionism
Born1949, Wilhelmshaven, Germany
Museums on APSStädel Museum, Bavarian State Painting Collections, Dortmunder U
Room fitliving room

Biography

A Berlin Energy: The Life and Art of Rainer Fetting

Rainer Fetting, born in Wilhelmshaven, Germany, in 1949, is a pivotal figure in the resurgence of figurative painting during the late 20th century. His journey began not within the traditional confines of art school, but with a practical apprenticeship as a carpenter and stage designer at the Landesbühne Niedersachsen. This early exposure to craft and theatricality instilled in him a foundational understanding of form, space, and narrative – elements that would later become hallmarks of his artistic expression. Moving to Berlin in the early 1970s, Fetting enrolled at the Hochschule der Künste (Academy of Fine Arts), studying under Professor Hans Jaenisch. However, it was outside the academy walls, within the burgeoning counter-culture scene of West Berlin, that his true artistic identity began to take shape.

The ‘Junge Wilde’ and a Rejection of Convention

In 1977, Fetting co-founded the Galerie am Moritzplatz alongside Helmut Middendorf, Bernd Zimmer, Salomé, Anne Jud, and Berthold Schepers. This gallery became the epicenter for a group of young artists who would soon be dubbed the ‘Junge Wilde’ (Young Wild Ones) or ‘Neue Wilde’ (New Wilds). The movement represented a deliberate rebellion against the prevailing artistic trends of minimalism and conceptual art that had dominated the German art scene. The 'Junge Wilde' embraced an unapologetic expressiveness, favoring bold colors, raw emotion, and a return to figuration – a direct challenge to the intellectual austerity of their predecessors. Fetting’s early work, deeply rooted in his Berlin surroundings, captured the city’s fragmented energy, its stark contrasts, and the palpable sense of division that characterized the Cold War era. These weren't polished depictions; they were visceral responses to an urban landscape brimming with tension and possibility.

Evolution of Style: From Cityscapes to Human Experience

Fetting’s artistic style underwent a significant evolution throughout his career. Initially, his paintings focused on Berlin cityscapes – gritty, angular representations of buildings and streets that reflected the city's post-war reconstruction and political climate. He also explored portraiture and figurative compositions, often depicting individuals within these urban settings. Over time, his work moved away from strictly representational forms towards a more dynamic and expressive style. Strong lines, vibrant colors, and an increasingly loose brushwork became defining characteristics of his paintings. He began experimenting with diverse materials, notably incorporating driftwood assemblages into his canvases, adding texture and a sense of organic decay to his compositions. Throughout this evolution, however, Fetting consistently explored themes of urban life, human relationships, and personal experiences – subjects that resonated deeply with the anxieties and aspirations of his generation. His work is not merely about *what* he depicts, but *how* he feels about it; a raw emotionality permeates every brushstroke.

International Recognition and Lasting Legacy

Fetting’s talent quickly garnered international attention. A DAAD scholarship in 1978 provided him with the opportunity to live and work in New York, exposing his art to a wider audience and influencing his artistic development. He participated in landmark exhibitions such as ‘A New Spirit in Painting’ at the Royal Academy of Arts in London (1981) and “Zeitgeist” in the Martin-Gropius-Bau, Berlin (1982), solidifying his position within the international art world. His work has since been featured in major museums including the MoMA and the Guggenheim Museum, attesting to its enduring significance. Beyond painting, Fetting also received notable commissions, creating sculptures for prominent locations like the Willy Brandt House in Berlin and portraits of influential figures such as Henri Nannen and Helmut Schmidt. Influenced by artists like Van Gogh and the German Expressionists, Fetting forged a unique artistic voice that revitalized figurative painting in Germany during the 1980s. He continues to live and work between Berlin and New York, remaining an active and influential figure in contemporary art, his legacy secured as a key innovator who challenged conventions and captured the spirit of a generation. His paintings are not simply images; they are windows into a world felt with intense passion and unwavering honesty.

Questions & Answers

What are the birth city and country of Rainer Fetting?

Rainer Fetting was born in Wilhelmshaven, in Germany.

Is there an overview of all the subjects Rainer Fetting painted?

The Subject Atlas page maps Rainer Fetting's artworks by subject.

Where can I see all artworks by Rainer Fetting?

Every work by Rainer Fetting on this website can be browsed from the artist's All Artworks page.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Aug. 31, 2026

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