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Sigmar Polke Cele mai populare picturi

The 25 artworks by Sigmar Polke our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Pânză de in · Certificat de autenticitate · Livrare în toată lumea Sigmar Polke · 1941 – 2010

Levitation

2005 · Kunsthaus Zürich, Zurich · original 300 x 500 cm

Sigmar Polke’s ‘Levitation,’ created in 2005, is a monumental black and white photograph depicting a painterly image featuring astonished witnesses and hinting at hidden depths beyond the frame. It exemplifies Polke's signature blend of experimental techniques and subversive commentary.

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 1 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Sem título

1968 · Fundația Serralves, Porto · original 60 x 50 cm

Sigmar Polke's 'Sem título' (1968) is a striking grid of black & white photographs featuring minimalist still lifes, reflecting capitalist realism and exploring perception through photographic collage.

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 2 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Sem título

1968 · Fundația Serralves, Porto · original 60 x 50 cm

Sigmar Polke’s "Sem título" (1968) presents a stark grid of black & white photographs featuring minimalist still lifes. Capitalist Realism's austerity meets everyday objects – explore this iconic work.

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 3 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Sem título

1965 · Fundația Serralves, Porto · original 29 x 21 cm

Sigmar Polke’s ‘Sem título’ (1968) is a striking grid of black & white photographs featuring minimalist still lifes, reflecting capitalist realism and exploring perception through photographic collage. It exemplifies Polke's signature style – combining stark visuals with conceptual depth.

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 4 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Woman at mirror

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 5 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Potato House

1967 · original 240 x 200 cm

A provocative lattice structure of wood and fresh potatoes by Sigmar Polke captures the subversive spirit of 1960s Capitalist Realism, inviting you to explore this unique piece of contemporary art history.

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 6 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Jess

Sigmar Polke’s ‘Jess’ is a layered mixed media piece evoking frontier melancholy. Explore this Capitalist Realism work featuring distressed figures & textured surfaces.

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 7 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Lingua

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 8 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Watchtower

Explore Sigmar Polke’s ‘Watchtower,’ a layered abstract expressionist masterpiece blending surrealism & dark tones. Discover its ship silhouette, textured background & evocative symbolism.

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 9 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Untitled (Lens Painting)

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 10 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Magnetic landscape

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 11 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Audacia

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 12 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Seance

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 13 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Two palm trees

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 14 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Bunnies

1966

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 15 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Kandinsdingsda

Sigmar Polke’s ‘Kandinsdingsda’ is a layered abstract composition of yellow hues, figures & patterns. Explore collage, expressionism & controlled chaos in this unique artwork.

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 16 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Alice in wonderland

Sigmar Polke’s "Alice in Wonderland" is a chaotic abstract painting of monochrome faces amidst vibrant color. Explore its unsettling beauty & Pop Art influence – a unique, layered artwork.

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 17 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Large

Sigmar Polke’s "Large" is a chaotic abstract painting of layered textures & fragmented imagery. Explore its expressionistic style, decay motifs, & controlled chaos – a unique piece.

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 18 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Untitled (294)

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 19 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Woman exchanged

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 20 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Supermarkets

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 21 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Lens paintings

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 22 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Alibis

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 23 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Untitled (2)

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Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 24 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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Lackmus

Sigmar Polke’s ‘Lackmus’ – a surreal, expressionistic work featuring a monumental figure suspended in warm tones. Explore its symbolic depth & unique technique.

Tehnică: Pictură pe pânză de in, pictată manual cu ulei
Fabricat de: Comenzi executate de un pictor profesionist
Popularity: No. 25 of 54 artworks by Sigmar Polke
Livrare: La nivel mondial, aproximativ 5 săptămâni

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The artist

Sigmar Polke

1941 – 2010

Informații rapide

Museums on APSKunsthaus Zürich, Fundația Serralves
Emotional tonecontemplativă
Born1941, Oleśnica, Germania
Topics exploredfragmentation, surrealism, minimalism, photography, grid
Movementspop art, capitalist realism
Vibeliniște
Room fitliving room
Died2010

Biography

Sigmar Polke - A Life Forged in Displacement: The Early Years and Artistic Formation of Sigmar Polke

Sigmar Polke’s artistic journey was profoundly shaped by the tumultuous currents of 20th-century history, beginning with his birth in Olsztyn, Poland, in 1941. His early life was marked by displacement; as a child, he fled with his family first to Thuringia and then, seeking refuge from Communist rule, to West Germany in 1953. This experience of being uprooted, of existing between worlds, instilled within him a lifelong skepticism towards fixed ideologies and a fascination with the instability of perception – themes that would become central to his art. Before dedicating himself fully to painting, Polke underwent an apprenticeship as a stained glass worker in Düsseldorf (1959-1960), a formative experience that honed his technical skill and introduced him to the possibilities of manipulating light and color. He then formally studied at the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf (1961-1967) under a constellation of influential figures: Karl Otto Götz, Gerhard Hoehme, and most significantly, Joseph Beuys. It was within this environment that Polke began to forge his unique artistic voice, one characterized by experimentation, irony, and a relentless questioning of established norms.

Early Influences and Artistic Beginnings

The formative years of Sigmar Polke’s artistic development were deeply impacted by the geopolitical landscape of postwar Germany. Growing up in Olsztyn—then Poznań—Poland—under Nazi occupation—and subsequently relocating to West Germany amidst the anxieties of the Cold War, instilled a profound awareness of displacement and instability. This experience permeated his worldview and fueled his artistic impulse. His apprenticeship as a stained glass worker provided him with invaluable technical training and an understanding of how light interacts with color – skills that would prove crucial in shaping his later explorations of visual materiality. Crucially, he enrolled at the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf in 1961, where he encountered the intellectual ferment surrounding German Art Informel and was profoundly influenced by Joseph Beuys’s radical vision of art as a tool for social transformation. Beuys's emphasis on shamanistic rituals and his belief in the transformative power of artistic gesture resonated deeply with Polke, shaping his approach to experimentation and challenging conventional notions of artistic expression.

Capitalist Realism and Critique of Ideology

Emerging in the early 1960s, Polke swiftly aligned himself with a burgeoning countercultural movement. In 1963, alongside Gerhard Richter, Konrad Lueg, and Manfred Kuttner, he co-founded *Kapitalistischer Realismus* (Capitalist Realism). This was not an artistic style in the traditional sense but rather a deliberate provocation—a critique of both Western consumer culture and the rigid dogma of Soviet Socialist Realism. The movement’s name itself was deliberately ambiguous, suggesting that both systems were equally capable of producing artificial realities. Polke's early paintings from this period often appropriated imagery from advertising, comics, and popular media, presenting them with a detached irony that exposed their underlying ideological structures. He wasn’t simply rejecting capitalism; he was demonstrating its pervasive influence on perception itself. This initial foray into critical commentary established a pattern of subversive engagement that would define his career. The group's manifesto declared: “We want to show the world that we are not interested in any ideology.”

Photography and Material Alchemy

The 1970s witnessed Polke’s decisive shift towards photography, driven by an unwavering curiosity about the visual world and a desire to push the boundaries of artistic representation. He embarked on extensive travels—to Pakistan, Afghanistan, Brazil, France, and the United States—documenting everyday life with meticulous detail and capturing fleeting moments of beauty and absurdity. However, Polke didn’t treat photography as merely a recording device; he subjected his images to radical chemical manipulation – dissolving prints in solvents, bleaching them with ultraviolet light, and applying abrasive pastes – transforming them into unpredictable textures and altering their chromatic palettes. This process mirrored his broader artistic preoccupation with chance operations and material alchemy—the deliberate introduction of imperfections and the exploration of how materials interact under unforeseen conditions. He famously stated: “I want to make paintings that are like photographs.”

Legacy and Recognition

Sigmar Polke’s oeuvre spanned decades, encompassing painting, photography, film, sculpture, and installation art. His work consistently interrogated notions of authenticity, representation, and the relationship between art and society—themes that continue to resonate with contemporary artists. He received the Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale in 1986, recognizing his contribution to the revitalization of German art after decades of ideological repression. Throughout his career, Polke maintained a steadfast commitment to experimentation and intellectual rigor, refusing to conform to stylistic conventions or artistic trends. His influence can be seen in the work of numerous artists who followed him—those who embrace ambiguity as a source of creative power and who challenge established norms with uncompromising conviction. Sigmar Polke passed away in Cologne in June 2010 after a long battle with cancer, leaving behind an unparalleled body of work that secures his place among the most important figures in postwar art. His legacy resides not only in his distinctive visual language but also in his unwavering belief in the transformative potential of artistic inquiry.

Întrebări și răspunsuri

Unde și când s-a născut Sigmar Polke?

Sigmar Polke s-a născut în Oleśnica, în anul 1941.

Unde pot fi găsite operele lui Sigmar Polke, grupate pe mișcări artistice?

Stilurile în care a activat Sigmar Polke pot fi vizualizate pe pagina de Toate mișcările de artă a artistului, care grupează operele pe mișcări artistice.

Există o cronologie a operelor lui Sigmar Polke?

Există o cronologie a lucrărilor lui Sigmar Polke: pagina Cronologia operelor de artă a artistului ordonează operele în funcție de data creației.

Echipa editorială ArtsDot.com Actualizat la 2 Septembrie 2026

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