Famous Abstract Expressionist Umetnici: Our Top 76

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Франтишек Купка 1871–1957

Čeh From Опочно ['Realizam', 'Simbolizam', 'Orfizam', 'Kubizam', 'Apstrakcija'] On Wikipedia in 24 of 32 languages

Франтишек Купка rođen je 23. septembra 1871. godine u Opočnu, u istočnoj Bohemiji, u okviru granica tadašnje Austrougarske. Između 1889. i 1892. godine, proveo je vreme na Akademiji likovnih umetnosti u Pragu. Nakon boravka u Académie Julian, Франтишек Купка je nastavio svoje školovanje kod Jeana-Pjera Lorensa u École des Beaux-Arts.

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Ли Краснер 1908–1984

Američka From Бруклин Apstraktni ekspresionizam On Wikipedia in 17 of 32 languages

Rođena kao Lena Krasner 27. oktobra 1908. godine, u živopisnim ulicama Bruklina u Njujorku, žena koja će postati Li Krasner isplivala je kao transformativna sila unutar pejzaža američkog modernizma.

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Hans Hartung 1904–1989

Nemačko-francuska From Лајпциг Gesturalni apstraktni ekspresionizam On Wikipedia in 15 of 32 languages

Priča o Hansu Heinrichu Hartungu je priča o dubokom pokretu, kako fizičkom, tako i duhovnom. Rođen 1904. godine u istorijskom gradu Lajpcigu u Nemačkoj, Hartungovo rano svesno iskustvo oblikovalo je duboko poštovanje prema majstorima svetlosti i senke. Njegove formativne godine prožete su emotivnom snagom evropskog ekspresionizma, crpeći snagu iz dela Rembrandta i sirove, visceralne energije nemačkih slikara kao što su Lovis Corinth i Emil Nolde.

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Robert Motherwell 1915–1991

Američka From Абердин Apstraktni ekspresionizam On Wikipedia in 16 of 32 languages

Robert Motherwell (24. januar 1915. – 16. jul 1991) stoji kao jedna od najuticajnijih figura američkog apstraktnog ekspresionizma, pokreta koji je neopovratno izmenio tok umetnosti dvadesetog veka. Rođen u Aberdeenu, u državi Vašington — gradu duboko prožetom škotskim nasleđem — Motherwellov rani život obeležila je astma i snažna povezanost sa pejzažom Severozapadnog Pacifika, što je oblikovalo njegov umetnički senzibilitet od samog početka.

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Франц Клајн 1910–1962

Američka From Вилкс-Бери Apstraktni ekspresionizam On Wikipedia in 17 of 32 languages

Rođen u Vilks Baru, u Pensilvaniji, 1910. godine, njegov život obeležile su rane teškoće – samoubistvo oca, kada je imao svega sedam godina, bacilo je dugu senku, oblikujući senzibilitet koji će kasnije pronaći izraz u oštrim kontrastima koji definišu njegovu umetnost.

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Zao Vu Ki 1920–2013

From Пекинг ['Art Deco iz 1920-ih', 'Ekspresionizam', 'Apstraktna umetnost'] On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages

Decenija 1920-ih nije bila samo vremenski period; bila je to eksplozija – erupcija kreativnosti, buntovništva i duboka promena u načinu na koji je umetnost odražavala svet i komunicirala sa njim. Ovo doba je bilo svedok rađanja pokreta kao što su Dadaizam, Surrealizam i Art Deco, od kojih je svaki nudio poseban prizmu kroz koju možemo posmatrati stvarnost – i često je preispitivati.

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Клифорд Стил 1904–1980

Американац From Грандин Апстрактни експресионизам On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages

Kliford Stil, rođen 1904. godine u prostranim pejzažima Grandina, Severna Dakota, predstavlja ključnu figuru u evoluciji američke umjetnosti. Iako često zasenjen savremenicima poput Džeksona Poloka i Marka Rotka, Stilov doprinos bio je temeljan; on se ranije od mnogih svojih vršnjaka upustio u nefigurativno slikarstvo, utirući put novom vizuelnom jeziku koji bi duboko uticao na modernu umjetnost.

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Ричард Дибенкорн 1922–1993

Американац From Портланд ['Апстрактни експресионизам', 'Бај Ерија Фигуративно', 'Лирична апстракција'] On Wikipedia in 9 of 32 languages

Richard Diebenkorn, rođen u Portlandu, Oregon, 1922. godine, krenuo je putem koji će ga učiniti jednom od najznačajnijih američkih slikara poslijeratne ere. Ova urođena strast odvela ga je na Univerzitet Stanford 1940. godine, gde je susreo ključne mentore poput Viktora Arnautoffa, koji je usadio rigoroznu klasičnu disciplinu sa uljanim bojama, i Daniela Mendelowitza, koji je dijelio njegovu divljenje za evocativni realizam Edwarda Hoppera.

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Арон Сискинд 1903–1991

Amerikanac From Њујорк Apstraktni ekspresionizam

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Hans Hofmann 1880–1966

Nemačko-američka From Вајсенбург ин Бајерн Apstraktni ekspresionizam On Wikipedia in 14 of 32 languages

Stigavši 1904. godine, Hofmann se uronio u vibrantnu avangardnu scenu, sklapajući prijateljstva sa luminarima kao što su Matiсe, Pikaso, Brak i Delon. Međutim, usled porasta političkih nemira u Evropi, Hofmann je 1932. godine doneo ključnu odluku: emigrirao je u Sjedinjene Američke Države, trajno se naselivši i donoseći svoj evropski modernistički senzibilitet na američke obale.

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Адолф Готелиб 1903–1974

Amerikanac From Њујорк Apstraktni ekspresionizam On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages

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Jean-Paul Riopelle 1923–2002

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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Ju Jung-Kuk 1916–2002

Korejac From Uljin Apstraktno slikarstvo

Rođen 1916. godine u obalskom gradu Ulžinu, u Južnoj Koreji, njegov umetnički put bio je proces neprestane eksploracije i nepokolebljive posvećenosti stvaranju novog vizuelnog jezika za naciju koja se borila sa pitanjima identiteta i modernizma. Juov put ka apstrakciji počeo je formalnim obrazovanjem na Univerzitetu Bunka Gakuin u Tokiju, gde je 1938. godine diplomirao na odseku za slikarstvo na ulju.

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Ad Rajnhart 1913–1967

Američka From Буфало Apstraktni ekspresionizam, Minimalizam On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages

Ad Reinhardt, rođen kao Adolf Fridrih Rajnhardt u Bufalu, Njujork, 24. decembra 1913. godine, bio je figura koja je svoj život posvetila ne samo stvaranju umetnosti, već i definisanju onoga što bi umetnost mogla da bude. Ova intelektualna radoznalost odvela ga je na Univerzitet Kolumbija, gde je studirao istoriju umetnosti pod uticajnim Mejjerom Šaproom, što je iskustvo duboko oblikovalo njegovo razmišljanje o estetici i ulozi umetnika.

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Mark Tobey 1890–1976

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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Pol Dženkis 1923–2012

Američka From Kansas City Apstraktni ekspresionizam

Rođen u Kanšu, Misuri, 1923. godine, njegov umetnički put započeo je formalnim obrazovanjem u Ligaškoj umetničkih studenata u Njujorku pod vođstvom Jasua Kunijoshija. Trajektorija njegove karijere neopovratno je izmenjena 1953. godine tokom transformativnog putovanja kroz Evropu. Njegovo vreme na Siciliji, posebno u živopisnoj atmosferi Taormine, delovalo je kao katalizator novog načina posmatranja.

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Етел Аднан 1925–2021

Američka From Бејрут ['Asamblaž', 'Pop art', 'Neo-dada'] On Wikipedia in 17 of 32 languages

Njena intelektualna potraga vodila ju je kroz najprestižnije akademske krugove, gde je studirala filozofiju na Univerzitetu u Parizu, Univerzitetu Kalifornija u Berkeleju, kao i na Univerzitetu Harvard. Od 1958. do 1972. godine, posvećivala se prenosu znanja, predajući filozofiju umetnosti na Dominikan univerzitetu u Kaliforniji u San Rafaelu, dok je istovremeno držala predavanja na brojnim univerzitetima širom Sjedinjenih Američkih Država.

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Richard Art Hambleton 1952–2017

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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George Ștefănescu-Râmnic 1914–2007

Romanian-German From Pǎlăneşti 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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Daan Lemaire rođen 1942

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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Džordž Edgar Ohr 1857–1918

Amerikanc From Biloksi Apstraktni ekspresionizam

Džordž Edgar Ohr, ime koje je postalo sinonim za inovaciju i ekscentričnost u svetu američke keramike, rođen je 12. jula 1857. godine u obalskom gradu Biloksiju, u Mizisipiju. Nakon nemirne mladosti provedene isprobavanjem različitih zanata u Nju Orleanu, postao je šegrt Džozefa Fortuna Mejera, grnčara povezanog sa tadašnjim usponom pokreta Arts & Crafts.

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William Baziotes 1912–1963

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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David Smith 1906–1965

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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Theodoros Stamos 1922–1997

Greek-American From Њујорк 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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Šakir Hasan Al-Said 1925–2004

From Bagdad

Nakon što je stekao diplomu iz društvenih nauka u Bagdadu 1948. godine, posvetio se studijama slikarstva u Institutu za lepe umetnosti, da bi kasnije svoje umetničke horizonte proširio u Parizu, studirajući na čuvenoj École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts sve do 1959. godine.

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Bernie Casey 1939–2017

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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Rut Aiko Asava 1926–2013

Američka From Норвок Modernizam, Skulptura On Wikipedia in 11 of 32 languages

Rut Aiko Asava, rođena 1926. godine na poljoprivrednom imanju u Norwalku, Kalifornija, istakla se kao jedna od najinovativnijih vajara 20. veka. Kao ćerka japanskih imigranata, Asava je iz prve iskusila nepravdu i bol Drugog svetskog rata, kada je ona i njena porodica prisilno uklonjeni iz svog doma i smešteni u internacionale za Amerikance japanskog porekla – prvo na staze Santa Ante, a zatim u centar Rohwer u Arkanzasu.

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Rochelle Reznik Blumenfeld rođen 1936

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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Requena Nozal rođen 1947

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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Alma Thomas 1891–1978

From Kolum-bus On Wikipedia in 6 of 32 languages

Rođena 1891. godine u Kolumbusu, Džordžija, Alma Woodsey Thomas bila je najstarije od četvoro dece. Njena porodica, koju su činili biznismen Džon Harris Tomas i dizajnerka odeće Amelia Kenti Tomas, odlučila se za selidbu u četvrt Logan Circle u Vašingtonu u 1907. godini, bežeći od rasnog nasilja i tražeći bolje obrazovne prilike za svoju decu.

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Грејс Хартиган 1922–2008

Amerikanac From Њуарк Apstraktni ekspresionizam On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages

Grejs Hartigan, rođena u Njuarku, Nju Džersi, 1922. godine, bila je ključna figura u razvoju američke umetnosti sredinom dvadesetog veka. Balansirajući finansijsku stabilnost radeći kao crtač u fabrici aviona sa posvećenom studijom pod Isakom Lejn Mjusom, upoznala je transformativna dela Henrija Matisa i principe crtanja Kimona Nikolajidesa, postavljajući temelje za njen jedinstveni vizuelni jezik.

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Norman Bluhm 1921–1999

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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I Ungro 1904–1989

Korejsko-francuski From Seul Istočno i zapadno ekspresionizam

Lee Ungno, poznat i kao Yi Eungro, bio je francuski slikar i grafičar korejskog porekla, rođen u Seulu, Južna Koreja, 1904. godine. Njegovo ranije doba obeležilo je kratko školovanje u školi Hongseong Botong Hakyo (홍성보통학교, 홍城초등학교, 洪城普通學校), nakon čega se od 1920. godine potpuno posvetio proučavanju slikarstva pod mentorstvom Yeomjae Song Tae-hoe.

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Geta Brătescu 1926–2018

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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Hedda Sterne 1910–2011

Rumunska-Amerikanka From Букурешт Apstraktni ekspresionizam, Surrealizam On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages

Hedda Sterne, rođena kao Hedvig Lindenberg u Bukarestu, Rumunija, 1910. godine, bila je umetnica čiji su život i rad otelotvorili fascinantnu raskrsnicu kultura, pokreta i ličnih filozofija. Njena formalna obuka počela je 1918. godine pod mentorstvom Frederika Štorka, vajara koji je podučavao i njenog nastavnika Maks Hermana Makija, što ju je usmerilo na put kojim će se susretati sa nekim od najključnijih umetničkih struja dvadesetog veka.

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Alan Davie 1920–2014

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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George Stefanescu

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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Sem Giljam 1933–2022

Američka From Тупело Color Field Painting (Slika polja boja) On Wikipedia in 3 of 32 languages

Sam Gilijam, rođen 30. novembra 1933. godine u Tupelou, Misisipi, i preminut 25. juna 2022. godine, bio je mnogo više od običnog slikara; bio je inovator koji je suštinski izmenio našu percepciju onoga što slikarstvo može biti.

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James Brooks 1906–1992

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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Abraham Rattner 1893–1978

Američka From Покипси Ekspresionizam, Surrealizam On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages

Ratnerove rane ambicije naginjale su se ka arhitekturi, koju je prvobitno započeo studirati na Univerzitetu Džordža Vašingtona, ali njegovo pravo pozvanje ležalo je u slikarstvu, što ga je dovelo do daljih studija u Školi umetnosti Korcoran i Pensilvanijskoj akademiji lepih umetnosti.

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Jack Armstrong

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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Milton Resnick 1917–2004

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.

Learned from Hans Hofmann #20

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Alice Rahon 1904–1987

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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Fernando de Szyszlo 1925–2017

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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Beauford Delaney 1901–1979

Francuz From Ноксвил Postimpresionizam On Wikipedia in 5 of 32 languages

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Norman Lewis 1909–1979

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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Ču Te-Čun 1920–2014

Kinesko-francuski From Baytu Apstraktni ekspresionizam On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages

Chu Teh-chun, rođen kao Zhu Dequn 1920. godine u malom gradu Xiao County, u kineskoj provinciji Anhui, predstavlja monumentalnu figuru moderne umetnosti—slikara koji je na eloquent način sintetizovao drevne tradicije kineskog slikarstva sa uspensujućom energijom zapadnog apstraktnog ekspresionizma. Godine 1935, upisao je Nacionalnu školu lepih umetnosti u Hangzhouu (današnja China Academy of Art), što je bio presudan trenutak koji ga je postavio na put ka profesionalnom umetničkom životu.

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Terry Frost 1915–2003

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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Tomie Ohtake Nakakubo 1913–2015

Japansko-brazilijanka From Кјото Informalni apstraktizam On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages

Tomie Ohtake Nakakubo, čuvena japansko-brazilijanska vizuelna umetnica, rođena je 21. novembra 1913. godine u Kjotu, u Japanu. Njen život je dobio neočekivan preokret kada je 1936. godine, sa samo dvadeset tri godine, otputovala u Brazil kako bi posetila svog brata, ali se zbog ratnih dešavanja na Pacifiku tokom Drugog svetskog rata nije mogla vratiti u domovinu.

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Patrik Heron 1920–1999

Britanac From Headingli Apstraktni ekspresionizam On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages

Rođen u Headingley-u, Leeds, 1920. godine, njegovo umetničko putovanje nije počelo u uzvišenim akademskim hodnicima, već usred svakodnevice porodičnog biznisa i bujnog lepote Kornskog pejzaža. Ključni trenutak nastupio je tokom školskog izleta do Nacionalne galerije u Londonu 193ve godine, gde je susret sa delima Paula Cézanne-a zapalio doživotnu strast i duboko oblikovao njegov umetnički put.

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Nicola De Maria rođen 1954

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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Ian Davenport rođen 1966

English From Sidkup 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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Anne Ryan 1889–1954

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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Melvin Edwards 1937–2026

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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Ulfert Wilke 1907–1987

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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Džon Holand 1934–2011

Britanac From Шефилд Apstraktni ekspresionizam On Wikipedia in 3 of 32 languages

Preokret je stigao uz stipendiju Fondacije Peter Stuyvesant koja mu je omogućila putovanje u Njujork 1964. godine. Njegov prva samostalna izložba u Marlborough New London galeriji 1964. godine bila je praćena značajnom muzejskom izložbom u Whitechapel galeriji 1967. godine, koju je kurirao Brajan Robertsun. Godine 1969. postigao je međunarodno priznanje predstavljajući Veliku Britaniju zajedno sa Entonijem Karom na Bijenalu u Sao Paulu u Brazilu.

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Carl Gustaf Nelson 1898–1988

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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Fritz Bultman 1919–1985

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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Fransis Henri Kritli Hinder 1906–1992

Australijac From Samer Hil Modernizam, apstraktna umetnost On Wikipedia in 2 of 32 languages

Francis Henry Critchley Hinder, istaknuti australijski slikar, vajar i profesor umetnosti, rođen je 26. juna 1906. godine u Summer Hillu, u Australiji. Njegovo umetničko putovanje počelo je temeljnim obukama u čuvenoj Julian Ashton Art School u Sidneju, gde su postavljeni temelji koji će kasnije odrediti njegov značajan doprinos modernističkoj skulpturi i slikarstvu.

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Eugene Grigsby, Jr. 1918–2013

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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Taro Yamamoto 1919–1994

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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Rosemarie Beck 1923–2003

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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Maurice Cockrill 1936–2013

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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Claudio Verna rođen 1937

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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Gari Breg rođen 1946

Britanac From High Wycombe Apstraktno polje boje

Gari Reg, rođen u Haj Komu u Ujedinjenom Kraljevstvu 1946. godine, predstavlja značajnu figuru u pejzažu britanske apstraktne umetnosti posle Drugog svetskog rata. Regovo putovanje kroz umetnički svet počelo je u Školi umetnosti u Haj Komu (1962–66), nastavilo se u Školi umetnosti i zanata Kembervel (1966–69), a kulminiralo studijama na Školi lepih umetnosti Slajd (1969–71).

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Aiša Cahn rođen 1959

Britanka From Париз Savremena umetnost; Apstraktni ekspresionizam

U prostranim pejzažima savremene umetnosti, malo koji glas odjekuje sa toliko tihe intenziteta i kulturne dubine kao glas Aiše Cahn. Kao britanska savremena umetnica čiji koreni vode do živopisnih ulica Mumbaja u Indiji, Cahn je svoju karijeru posvetila osmišljavanju dubokog dijaloga između duhovnih tradicija Istoka i ekspresivnih sloboda Zapada.