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जैक्सन पोलक 1912–1956
अमेरिकी From कोड़ी अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद On Wikipedia in 31 of 32 languages
The Abstract Expressionist names to know
If you remember one Abstract Expressionist कलाकार, make it जैक्सन पोलक (1912–1956), the name behind पॉल जैक्सन पोलक एक स्मारकीय सार अभिव्यक्ति शरद ऋतु की लय। संख्या 30, 1950 1950 और One. Number 31, 1950. After that come गेरहार्ड रिचटर, विलियम डी कुनिंग, जैस्पर जॉन्स और मार्क रोथको. Our 76 picks go from जॉर्ज एडगर ओहर (born 1857) to इयान डेवनपोर्ट (born 1966), from 28 countries.
How we picked them. We list the artists our catalogue links to Abstract Expressionist, from the most famous down. Artists born after 1955 that we cannot yet check on Wikidata are left out. The Wikipedia number shows in how many of our 32 languages Wikipedia writes about them.
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अमेरिकी From कोड़ी अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद On Wikipedia in 31 of 32 languages
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डच-अमेरिकी From रॉटरडैम अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद On Wikipedia in 30 of 32 languages
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अमेरिकी From दौगाउपिलस ['कलर फील्ड पेंटिंग', 'अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद']
No. 10 (Brown Black Sienna on Dark Wine).
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आर्मेनियाई-अमेरिकी From खोरगम अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद, अतियथार्थवाद On Wikipedia in 24 of 32 languages
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अमेरिकी From मैनहटन एब्स्ट्रैक्ट एक्सप्रेशनिज्म, कलर फील्ड On Wikipedia in 19 of 32 languages
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From लेक्सिंगटन On Wikipedia in 21 of 32 languages
Wikipedia पर साइ ट्वॉम्बली के बारे में और पढ़ें।. AllPaintingsStore: लौवर संग्रहालय, जिसमें ट्वॉम्बली के कमीशन किए गए कार्य शामिल हैं, के संग्रह की खोज करें: Musée du Louvre.
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अमेरिकी From न्यूयॉर्क नगर अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages
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चेक From ओपावा ['यथार्थवाद', 'प्रतीकवाद', 'ऑर्फिज्म', 'क्यूबिज्म', 'अमूर्तता'] On Wikipedia in 24 of 32 languages
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जर्मन-फ्रांसीसी From लिपजिग गेस्चरल एब्स्ट्रैक्ट एक्सप्रेशनिज़्म On Wikipedia in 15 of 32 languages
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अमेरिकी From एबरडीन अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद On Wikipedia in 16 of 32 languages
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अमेरिकी From विल्क्स-बैरे अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद (Abstract Expressionism) On Wikipedia in 17 of 32 languages
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अमेरिकी From ग्रैंड आइलैंड अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages
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अमेरिकी From पोर्टलैंड, ऑरेगॉन ['अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद', 'बे एरिया फिगुरेटिव', 'लिरिकल एब्स्ट्रैक्शन'] On Wikipedia in 9 of 32 languages
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जर्मन-अमेरिकी From वाइसेनबर्ग एन डेर वेसर अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद (Abstract Expressionism) On Wikipedia in 14 of 32 languages
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अमेरिकी From न्यूयॉर्क नगर अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद (Abstract Expressionism) On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages
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Canadian From Montreal Lyrical Abstraction On Wikipedia in 14 of 32 languages
Later, he attended the École des beaux-arts de Montréal but transitioned to the École du meuble, graduating in 1945. This shift proved pivotal as it led him to Paul-Émile Borduas.
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अमेरिकी From बफ़ेलो एब्स्ट्रैक्ट एक्सप्रेशनिज्म, मिनिमलिज्म On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages
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American From Centerville Abstract Expressionism On Wikipedia in 14 of 32 languages
Mark George Tobey, born in Centerville, Wisconsin, in 1890, was more than just a painter; he was a spiritual seeker whose artistic journey mirrored his lifelong exploration of faith, philosophy, and the delicate balance between Eastern and Western aesthetics.
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अमेरिकी From बेयरूत ['असेंबलज', 'पॉप आर्ट', 'नियो-दादा'] On Wikipedia in 17 of 32 languages
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Canadian From Tofino Street art, Conceptual art
He received an Advanced Diploma from the Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver, honing his skills in painting and printmaking before relocating to New York City in the late 1970s.
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Romanian-German From पलेनेष्टी Expressionism, Fauvism, Abstract Expressionism
The art of George Ștefănescu- Râmnic serves as a vibrant bridge between the deep-rooted traditions of Romania and the bold, experimental spirit of European modernism. This early exposure to sacred art paved the way for his formal studies at the Academy of Creative Arts in Bucharest, where he studied under the notable Nicolae Dărăscu.
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Dutch From Naarden Abstract Expressionism
Born in Naarden, Netherlands, in 1942, Daan Lemaire emerged as a significant figure within the evolving landscape of Dutch abstract expressionism. A formative influence came through his association with Willy Boers, a contemporary painter already experimenting with abstraction, who imparted valuable insights into color theory and the expressive potential of gouache. His formal artistic education was initially disrupted; after a year at the Academy of Fine Arts St.
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अमेरिकी From बिलोक्सी अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद (Abstract Expressionism)
"बिलोक्सी के पागल कुम्हार" शायद अपने समय से बहुत आगे थे, लेकिन उनका कार्य नवाचार की शक्ति, अपूर्णता की सुंदरता और एक वास्तव में अद्वितीय कलात्मक स्वर के स्थायी आकर्षण के बारे में बहुत कुछ कहता है।
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American From Pittsburgh Abstract Expressionism On Wikipedia in 8 of 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.
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United States From Decatur Abstract expressionism On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages
His creative journey involved studying at Ohio University and Notre Dame, and he worked on the assembly line of the Studebaker automobile factory in South Bend, Indiana. After moving to New York in 1926, he studied at the Art Students League of New York. During the Great Depression, he participated in the Works Progress Administration’s Federal Art Project.
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Greek-American From न्यूयॉर्क नगर Abstract Expressionism On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
The culmination of this exploration arrived with the Infinity Field Series, beginning in 1971. Within this series, the Lefkada sub-series held particular significance, drawing direct inspiration from his ancestral homeland and reflecting a deep connection to place and memory.
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American Abstract Expressionism
Before he became a celebrated figure in the world of fine art, his presence was felt on the gridiron of the National Football League, where he played with legendary intensity for the Detroit Lions, San Francisco 49ers, and Los Angeles Rams.
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अमेरिकी From नोरवॉक आधुनिकतावाद, मूर्तिकला On Wikipedia in 11 of 32 languages
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American From Pittsburgh Abstract Art
Born in 1936 within the historic Hill District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, her life was a continuous dialogue between the structured world of her heritage and the fluid, boundless realms of her imagination.
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Spanish From Zaragoza Encaustic & Abstract Expressionism
Requena Nozal, born in Zaragoza, Spain in 1947, stands as a singular figure within the landscape of contemporary Spanish art. Early Influences: Nozal’s formative years were steeped in the traditions of Zaragozan craftsmanship and artistic heritage. 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.
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अमेरिकी From न्यूर्क अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
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From Chicago Abstract expressionist On Wikipedia in 6 of 32 languages
His presence in the canon is cemented by his inclusion in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. He began with the rigid, structural logic of architecture, attending the Illinois Institute of Technology at sixteen. There, he operated in the shadow of giants like Mies van de Rohe and Frank Lloyd Wright.
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Romanian From Ploiesti Conceptual art, Performance art
Born Georgina Comanescu on May 4, 1926, in Ploiești, Romania, her journey as an artist was marked by resilience, innovation, and a profound exploration of identity, feminism, and the very essence of creative expression.
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रोमानियाई-अमेरिकी From बुखारेस्ट अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद, अतियथार्थवाद On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
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Scottish From Grangemouth Zen Painting Style, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism On Wikipedia in 7 of 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. Born in Grangemouth, Scotland, Davie’s artistic journey began at Edinburgh College of Art in the late 1930s where he honed his skills before serving in World War II.
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Though biographical details remain somewhat elusive – a deliberate choice perhaps, reflecting his preference for allowing the artwork itself to speak – it’s clear that Stefanescu has cultivated a deeply personal artistic vision over decades of dedicated practice. Born in Romania, he continues to live and work there, drawing inspiration from the landscapes, traditions, and subtle emotional currents of his homeland.
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अमेरिकी From ट्यूपेलो कलर फील्ड पेंटिंग On Wikipedia in 3 of 32 languages
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American From St. Louis Abstract Expressionism On Wikipedia in 6 of 32 languages
Studied at the Art Students League under Boardman Robinson and Kimon Nicolaides. Worked as a commercial artist to support himself.
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अमेरिकी From पोहकीप्सी अभिव्यक्तिवाद, अतियथार्थवाद On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages
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Jack Armstrong is an artist whose work resonates deeply with a sense of shared memory and the comforting glow of Americana. The hyperrealism of artists like Richard Estes and Chuck Close is evident in his meticulous attention to detail, but Armstrong's paintings possess a warmth and emotional depth that sets them apart.
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American From Bratslav Abstract Expressionism On Wikipedia in 5 of 32 languages
Milton Resnick, born Rachmiel Resnick on January 7, 1917, in Bratslav, Ukraine, was a pivotal figure in the evolution of American Abstract Expressionism. The early years of his life were marked by upheaval; his family, prosperous Jewish merchants – builders on his father’s side, flour traders through his mother – fled the turmoil following the Russian Revolution, seeking refuge in the United States in 1922.
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French/Mexican From Chenecey-Buillon Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism On Wikipedia in 6 of 32 languages
Alice Rahon, born Alice Marie Yvonne Philippot in 1904 in Chenecey-Buillon, France, embarked on a remarkable artistic path that intertwined poetry and painting, ultimately becoming a pivotal figure in the development of abstract expressionism within Mexico’s vibrant art scene.
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Peruvian From Lima Abstract Expressionism On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages
Fernando de Szyszlo (1925-2017) stands as a monumental figure in Peruvian art history, recognized for his pioneering role in establishing abstract expressionism within Latin America while simultaneously honoring the profound legacy of Andean culture.
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फ्रांसीसी From नॉक्सविले उत्तर-प्रभाववाद On Wikipedia in 5 of 32 languages
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American From Harlem Abstract Expressionism On Wikipedia in 4 of 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.
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चीनी-फ्रांसीसी From शाओ काउंटी अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages
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British From Leamington Spa Abstract Art On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages
Sir Terence Ernest Manitou Frost did not follow the traditional, gilded path of a child prodigy; instead, his journey toward becoming a titan of British abstraction was one of resilience, late discovery, and profound transformation. Born in Leamington Spa in 1915, Frost’s early years were defined more by manual labor than by the studio.
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जापानी ब्राजीलियाई From क्योतो अनौपचारिक अमूर्ततावाद (Informal Abstractionism) On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
AllPaintingsStore पर टोमी ओटाके की कलाकृतियों का अन्वेषण करें.
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ब्रिटिश From हेडिंग्ले, लीड्स एब्स्ट्रैक्ट एक्सप्रेशनिज्म On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages
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Italian From Foglianise Transavanguardia On Wikipedia in 5 of 32 languages
Born in Foglianise, Italy, in 1954, Nicola de Maria’s artistic journey is a compelling narrative of transformation – from medical studies to the vibrant explosion of color and layered imagery that defines his signature style. This Italian artistic collective, spearheaded by Achille Bonito Oliva, rejected the strict formalism of Minimalism and Conceptualism, instead embracing a return to figurative representation infused with historical references, mythological allusions, and a distinctly Baroque sensibility.
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English From सिडकप Abstract painter On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages
As an English abstract painter and a former Turner Prize nominee, his presence in the British art scene was solidified early on, notably through his participation in the seminal Freeze exhibition at Surrey Docks, organized by Damien Hirst. After studying at Northwich College of Art and Design in Cheshire, he moved on to graduate from Goldsmiths College in 1988.
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American From Hoboken Abstract Expressionism On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages
Education: Attended the Academy of St Elizabeth Convent for high school and early college. Early Literary Pursuits: Frequented art and literary circles in New York's Greenwich Village neighborhood.
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American From Houston Abstract Sculpture On Wikipedia in 3 of 32 languages
Born on May 4, 1937, in Houston, Texas, Edwards’ early life was shaped by the starkly divided realities of the segregated South. 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 From Bavaria Abstract Expressionism On Wikipedia in 2 of 32 languages
Ulfert Wilke (1907–1987) stands as a singular figure in the landscape of Abstract Expressionism, distinguished not merely by his prolific output but also by an intellectual rigor that positioned him at the forefront of exploring connections between visual art and linguistic thought.
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ब्रिटिश From शेफ़ील्ड अमूर्त अभिव्यक्तिवाद (Abstract Expressionism) On Wikipedia in 3 of 32 languages
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American From Hörby Abstract sculpture, Assemblage On Wikipedia in 1 of 32 languages
Louise Nevelson, born Leah Berliawsky in the Poltava Governorate of the Russian Empire (present-day Ukraine), emigrated to the United States with her family in 1905.
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American From New Orleans Abstract Expressionism On Wikipedia in 1 of 32 languages
Born in 1919 in the culturally rich landscape of New Orleans, Bultman’s early life was steeped in an environment where visual aesthetics and tradition intertwined. 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.
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ऑस्ट्रेलियाई From समर हिल आधुनिकतावाद, अमूर्त कला On Wikipedia in 2 of 32 languages
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American From Greensboro Abstract/Expressionism On Wikipedia in 2 of 32 languages
Born in Greensboro, North Carolina, in 1918, Jefferson Eugene Grigsby Jr., later known simply as J.E. He was deeply impacted by the art of indigenous cultures from North America, Africa, and South America, particularly the Kuba people of the Congo.
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From Hollywood On Wikipedia in 1 of 32 languages
Born in California but deeply connected to Japanese culture. Army during World War II (November 7, 1941 – February 23, 1946).
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American From Westchester County Abstract Expressionism & Figurative Expressionism On Wikipedia in 1 of 32 languages
Born in 1923 in Westchester County, New York, to Hungarian Jewish immigrants, her early life was steeped in a rich cultural heritage that would later serve as the bedrock for her profound explorations of human drama.
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British From Hartlepool Pop Realism, Romantic Expressionism On Wikipedia in 1 of 32 languages
Maurice Cockrill (1936–2013) remains a singular figure in British art, an artist perpetually engaged in a restless dialogue with the natural world and the human condition. Born in Hartlepool, County Durham, his early life was marked by a peripatetic existence – a series of moves across Wales and the Midlands – shaping a sensibility deeply rooted in observation and a profound connection to place.
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Italian From Guardiagrele Pittura Analitica, Minimalism
Claudio Verna, born in the picturesque town of Guardiagrele, Italy, in 1937, embarked on an artistic journey that would establish him as a pivotal figure in Italian post-war painting.
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ब्रिटिश From हाई विकॉम अमूर्त कलर फील्ड
Gary Wragg | CAS - Contemporary Art Society.
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When it happened
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| संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका | 22 |
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| United States | 12 |
| यूनाइटेड किंगडम | 4 |
| जर्मनी | 3 |
| United Kingdom | 3 |
| चीनी जनवादी गणराज्य | 2 |
| United States of America | 2 |
| Canada | 2 |
| 1850s | 1 |
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| 1870s | 1 |
| 1880s | 2 |
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 17 |
| 1910s | 14 |
| 1920s | 18 |
| 1930s | 9 |
| 1940s | 3 |
| 1950s | 3 |
| 1960s | 1 |
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Good questions
जैक्सन पोलक (#1) is first in this ranking, followed by गेरहार्ड रिचटर (#2) and विलियम डी कुनिंग (#3).
जैक्सन पोलक (#1), गेरहार्ड रिचटर (#2), विलियम डी कुनिंग (#3), जैस्पर जॉन्स (#4) और मार्क रोथको (#5).
The earliest-born कलाकार in this list is जॉर्ज एडगर ओहर (#31), born in 1857.
“Emphasis on Impasto: Riopelle's signature technique involved applying thick layers of paint (impasto), creating textured surfaces and dynamic visual effects.” — from our biography of Jean-Paul Riopelle (#22).
संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका: 22 of the 76 कलाकार in this list were born there, then United States (12) और यूनाइटेड किंगडम (4).
The museums holding the most key works of this list are व्हिटनी म्यूजियम ऑफ अमेरिकन आर्ट (5), Buffalo AKG Art Museum (2) और San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (2).
The highest-ranked कलाकार born in United States are Mark Tobey (#25), William Baziotes (#32), David Smith (#33), Norman Bluhm (#42) और James Brooks (#49).
13 women are in this ranking: हेलेन फ्रैंकेंथलर (#8), ली क्रैसनर (#12), एथेल एन. अदनान (#27), रूथ आइको असावा (#37), Rochelle Reznik Blumenfeld (#38), अल्मा थॉमस (#40), ग्रेस हार्टिगन (#41) और Geta Brătescu (#44).
The highest-ranked living कलाकार in this list are गेरहार्ड रिचटर (#2), जैस्पर जॉन्स (#4), Daan Lemaire (#30), Rochelle Reznik Blumenfeld (#38), Requena Nozal (#39) और Nicola De Maria (#61).
Most कलाकार in this list were born in the 1920s (18 of 76), between 1857 and 1966 overall.
The highest-ranked कलाकार born in संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका are जैक्सन पोलक (#1), जैस्पर जॉन्स (#4), अलेक्जेंडर मिल्ने कैल्डर (#7), हेलेन फ्रैंकेंथलर (#8) और साइ ट्वॉम्बली (#9).
Our catalogue holds 3,800 works by these कलाकार.
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