Famous Expressionist Художники: Our Top 100

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Джеспер Джонс народився 1930

Американець From Огаста On Wikipedia in 24 of 32 languages

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Марк Ротко 1903–1970

Американець From Даугавпільс ['Живопис кольорового поля', 'Абстрактний експресіонізм']

No. 10 (Brown Black Sienna on Dark Wine).

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Франц Марк 1880–1916

Німець From Мюнхен Німецький експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 31 of 32 languages

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Оскар Кокошка 1886–1980

Австрієць, чех, британець From Пехларн Експресіонізм, віденський авангард On Wikipedia in 29 of 32 languages

Oskar Kokoschka entered the world in 1886 in Pöchlarn, Croatia. Growing up in a household shaped by the precision of her husband's craft, he shared his early years with his sister, Berta, and his brother, Bohuslav.

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Ернст Людвіг Кірхнер 1880–1938

Німець From Ашаффенбург Німецький експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 32 of 32 languages

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Аршиль Горкі 1904–1948

Армяно-американець From Хоргам Абстрактний експресіонізм, Сюрреалізм On Wikipedia in 24 of 32 languages

Centro de Arte Moderna Gulbenkian у Лісоні зберігає його твори, а Buffalo AKG Art Museum є місцем, де можна знайти The Liver is the Cock's Comb — шедевр 1944 року. Безпосередній контакт із цими витворами дозволяє глибше розгледіти плинність ліній та те, як кольори м'яко перетікають один в одного.

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Еміль Нольде 1867–1956

Німецько-данська From Нольде Німецький експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 28 of 32 languages

Born Hans Emil Hansen, he grew up on a farm in the Duchy of Schleswig. His parents were Danish and Frisian peasants, and the rhythms of rural life shaped his early years.

See them at Tracing his presence in public collections reveals a scattered but significant trail.

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Отто Дікс 1891–1969

Німець From Унтермгаус ["Нова об'єктивність", 'Дадаїзм', 'Експресіонізм'] On Wikipedia in 28 of 32 languages

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Джеймс Енсор 1860–1949

Бельгієць From Остенде ['Символізм', 'Експресіонізм'] On Wikipedia in 25 of 32 languages

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Хайм Сутін 1893–1943

Француз From Смиловичі Експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 26 of 32 languages

His early life in Smilovichi, a small Jewish shtetl near Minsk (present-day Belarus) in 1893, was steeped in poverty and the constraints of Orthodox religious observance – experiences that would become central themes within his intensely personal art.

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Макс Бекманн 1884–1950

Німець From Лейпциг Експресіонізм, Нова єствовизність On Wikipedia in 27 of 32 languages

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Фріденсрайх Гундертвассер 1928–2000

Австрієць From Відень Віденська Сецесія On Wikipedia in 29 of 32 languages

Народився: 15 грудня 1928 року, Відень, Австрія. Помер: 19 лютого 2000 року (у віці 71 року), на борту лайнера RMS Queen Elizabeth 2 у відкритому морі. Повне ім'я: Фрідріх Штоуассер (прийняв псевдонім Friedensreich Regentag Dunkelbunt Hundertwasser).

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Ансельм Кіфер народився 1945

Німець From Донауешинген Неоекспресіонізм On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages

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Люсьєн Фрейд 1922–2011

британський From Берлін Реалізм On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages

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Кете Кольвіц 1867–1945

Німецька From Кенігсберг Експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 28 of 32 languages

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Жорж Руо 1871–1958

Француз From XIX округ Парижа Експресіонізм, Фавлізм On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages

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Александр Колдер 1898–1976

Scottish-American From Лонтон Architectural sculpture On Wikipedia in 28 of 32 languages

Born in Aberdeen, Scotland, on August 23, 1846, Calder’s artistic journey began amidst the burgeoning Arts and Crafts Movement, profoundly shaped by his father's influence as a stonemason—a craft he himself diligently honed early in life.

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Хосе Давид Альфаро Сікейрос 1896–1974

Мексиканський From Чіуауа Соціалізм Реалізм, Мюралізм On Wikipedia in 24 of 32 languages

David Alfaro Siqueiros, born José de Jesús Alfaro Siqueiros in 1896 – though later research pinpointed his birthplace as Chihuahua City rather than Camargo – was more than just a painter; he was a force of nature, an embodiment of the tumultuous spirit of post-revolutionary Mexico.

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Хелен Франкенталер 1928–2011

Американка From Мангеттен Абстрактний експресіонізм, Колірне поле On Wikipedia in 19 of 32 languages

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Сай Твомблі 1928–2011

Американський From Лексінгтон Абстрактний експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 21 of 32 languages

Early studies under Pierre Daura at Washington and Lee University were followed by formative experiences at the Arts Students League of New York and Black Mountain College, where he encountered pivotal figures like Robert Rauschenberg, John Cage, and Merce Cunningham. However, it was a 1952 voyage to Italy and North Africa with Rauschenberg—funded by a grant from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts—that proved truly transformative.

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Лайонел Файнінґер 1871–1956

Німецько-американський From Нью-Йорк Виражаванство On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages

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Барнетт Ньюман 1905–1970

Американський From Нью-Йорк Абстрактний експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages

Vir Heroicus Sublimis (1958-60) ще більше закріпив цей підхід, створюючи відчуття просторової глибини та викликаючи почуття благоговіння та захоплення.

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Франтішек Купка 1871–1957

Чех From Опочно ['Реалізм', 'Символізм', 'Орфізм', 'Кубізм', 'Абстракція'] On Wikipedia in 24 of 32 languages

«Аморфа, фуга у двох кольорах», приблизно 1912 р. «Диски Ньютона, етюд до фуги у двох кольорах», приблизно 1911 р.

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Паула Модерзон-Беккер 1876–1907

From Дрезден On Wikipedia in 24 of 32 languages

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Юліан Шнайбель народився 1951

Американський From Бруклин Неоекстремізм

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Георг Базеліц 1938–2026

Німець From Дойчбазеліц Неоекспресіонізм On Wikipedia in 26 of 32 languages

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Лі Краснер 1908–1984

Американка From Бруклін Абстрактний експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 17 of 32 languages

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Карл Шмідт-Ротлуф 1884–1976

Німецький From Роttenфлют Виразізм On Wikipedia in 25 of 32 languages

Karl Schmidt-Rottluff, born Karl Schmidt in 1884 in the small German town of Rottenflut (later Rottluff), stands as a monumental figure in the tumultuous world of early 20th-century art. Initially drawn to architecture at the Technical University of Dresden, Schmidt-Rottluff quickly found himself captivated by a more urgent calling – one that resonated with fellow students Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Fritz Bleyl, and Erich Heckel.

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Ганс Хартунг 1904–1989

Німецько-французька From Лейпциг Жестикулятивний абстрактний експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 15 of 32 languages

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Френк Оербах 1931–2024

Британська From Берлін Лондонська школа On Wikipedia in 17 of 32 languages

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Роберт Матервелл 1915–1991

From Абердин On Wikipedia in 16 of 32 languages

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Франц Клайн 1910–1962

Американський From Вілкс-Барре Абстрактний експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 17 of 32 languages

Kline’s childhood was profoundly impacted by familial tragedy—the untimely death of his father instilled in him a sensitivity to loss and vulnerability that would permeate his artistic endeavors.

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Петер Дойг народився 1959

Scottish From Едінбург Figurative painting

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М. Ф. Хусейн 1915–2011

Індієць From Пандхарпур Кубістичні наративні картини On Wikipedia in 14 of 32 languages

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Август Маке 1887–1914

Німець From Мешеде Експресіонізм, фовізм, орфізм, кубізм On Wikipedia in 28 of 32 languages

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Олексій Фон Явленський 1864–1941

Росіянин From Торжок Експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages

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Філіп Гастон 1913–1980

Канадсько-американський From Монреаль ['Абстрактний експресіонізм', 'Неоекспресіонізм'] On Wikipedia in 15 of 32 languages

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Ловіс Корінт 1858–1925

Німецький From Гвардєйськ Імпресіонізм та Експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 24 of 32 languages

In the Slaughterhouse (1878): A starkly realistic depiction of animal carcasses, showcasing Corinth’s early mastery of technique and his willingness to confront unsettling subjects. Self-Portrait (various years): A series of self-portraits created annually on his birthday, offering a fascinating chronicle of the artist's evolving self-perception and artistic style. Female Semi-Nude with Hat (1906): Demonstrates Corinth’s ability to blend classical motifs with impressionistic techniques, creating a sensuous and psychologically compelling portrait.

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Аліса Нел 1900–1984

From Меріон-Сквер On Wikipedia in 16 of 32 languages

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Цао У-Кі 1920–2013

From Пекін On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages

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Йоганнес Іттен 1888–1967

Швейцарський From Вахзельдорн Експресіонізм, Баухаус On Wikipedia in 21 of 32 languages

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Станіслав Ігнацій Віткевич 1885–1939

Польський From Варшава Символізм, сюрреалізм On Wikipedia in 27 of 32 languages

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Еріх Хеккель 1883–1970

Німець From Дёбельн Німецький експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 22 of 32 languages

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Арнольд Шенберґ 1874–1951

Австро-американська From Відень Дванадцятитонова техніка; Експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 31 of 32 languages

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Маріанна Верьовкіна 1860–1938

Росіянка From Тула Виразіонізм On Wikipedia in 21 of 32 languages

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Макс Пехштейн 1881–1955

Іспанець From Цвікау Кубізм, Сюрреалізм On Wikipedia in 21 of 32 languages

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Вільмош Аба-Новак 1894–1941

Угорська From Будапешт Сучасне угорське мистецтво On Wikipedia in 18 of 32 languages

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Надежда Петрович 1873–1915

Сербка From Чачак Експресіонізм та фовізм On Wikipedia in 27 of 32 languages

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Отто Мюллер 1874–1930

From Любавка On Wikipedia in 19 of 32 languages

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Констан Пермеке 1886–1952

Бельгієць From Антверпен Фламандський експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 16 of 32 languages

Early Life & Artistic Formation: Born in Antwerp, Permeke’s formative years were marked by his father's dedication to landscape painting and the establishment of the Municipal Museum of Arts—a pivotal influence shaping his artistic sensibilities from a young age.

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Жюль Паскін 1885–1930

Български From Видин Школа на Париж, Експресионизъм On Wikipedia in 18 of 32 languages

Nude with a Green Hat (Оголена в зеленому капелюшку, 1925): Вражаючий приклад його еротичних досліджень, що демонструє майстерність володіння кольором і формою. Наразі зберігається в Музеї мистецтв Цинциннаті. Little Girl on an Armchair (Дівчинка у кріслі, 1925): Свідчення його здатності вловити чистоту та красу в домашній обстановці. Loose Women (Жінки, 1911): Провокативна робота, що відображає зміну соціальних норм на початку XX століття.

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Крістіан Рольфс 1849–1938

Німецький From Грос-Ніндорф Виражаванський стиль On Wikipedia in 15 of 32 languages

Born in Groß Niendorf (Kreis Segeberg), Prussia, he experienced a traumatic event at the age of twenty-five when a debilitating infection resulted in the amputation of his leg—a circumstance that profoundly shaped his worldview and propelled him toward painting as a form of solace and self-discovery.

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Wilhelm Lehmbruck 1881–1919

German From Duisburg Expressionism

Wilhelm Lehmbruck (1881-1919) stands as a pivotal figure in German sculpture, embodying the spirit of Expressionism while retaining an undeniable connection to Naturalistic principles. Lehmbruck’s journey into art began with studies at the School of Applied Arts in Düsseldorf, fueled by a generous municipal stipend, allowing him to pursue his passion for sculpture alongside broader artistic explorations.

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Осип Цадкін 1888–1967

російсько-французька From Вітебськ Кубізм, модернізм On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages

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Кліффорд Стілл 1904–1980

Американський From Грандін Абстрактний експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages

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Ріхард Герстль 1883–1908

Австрієць From Відень Експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 15 of 32 languages

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Річард Діббенкорн 1922–1993

Американський From Портленд Лійка абстракція On Wikipedia in 9 of 32 languages

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Джон Марін 1870–1953

From Разерфорд On Wikipedia in 16 of 32 languages

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Чарльз Генрі Саймс 1873–1928

Британський From Істлiнгтон Оутсайдерське мистецтво, імпресіонізм

Recognizing the importance of artistic education, he enrolled at South Kensington College of Art, immersing himself in the study of classical techniques and mastering the fundamentals of drawing and painting.

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Янніс Царухіс 1910–1989

Грецький From Пірей Сюрреалізм

«Вхід до заміського будинку» (1928): Ця акварель є втіленням здатності Цартойхіса поєднувати фантазію з ретельною спостережливістю. «Етюд до "Травня"» (1973): Картина демонструє вплив Моранді та майстерне використання імпасто, передаючи водночас красу та меланхолію.

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Аарон Сіккінд 1903–1991

Американський From Новый Йорк Абстрактний експресіонізм

«Відбиття чоловіка в дзеркальному шафі» з «Гарем Документу» (1935-1940).

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Ганс Гофманн 1880–1966

From Вайсенбург-ін-Баєрн On Wikipedia in 14 of 32 languages

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Arthur Segal 1875–1944

Romanian From Iași ['Expressionism', 'Dadaism']

Arthur Segal (1875 – 1944) stands as a compelling figure in the turbulent landscape of early 20th-century European art, a Romanian artist whose career unfolded across multiple continents and artistic movements.

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Албін Еггер-Лінц 1868–1926

From Штрібах On Wikipedia in 13 of 32 languages

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Адволд Голтлиб 1903–1974

Американський From Нью-Йорк Абстрактний експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages

Adolph Gottlieb, born in New York City in 1903, emerged as a pivotal figure in the burgeoning landscape of American Abstract Expressionism. He received foundational training at the Art Students League and Parsons The New School for Design, but it was his subsequent travels through Europe during the 1920s that truly ignited his aesthetic sensibilities.

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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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Gabriele Münter 1877–1962

German From Berlin Expressionism On Wikipedia in 18 of 32 languages

From early training to her pivotal role in Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider), Münter’s life was inextricably linked with artistic exploration and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of what painting could be. Münter's artistic education began with private tutoring, followed by formal studies at the Düsseldorf studio of Ernst Bosch and later at the Damenschule (Women’s School) in Munich.

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Юо Йонгкук 1916–2002

Південнокорейський From Ульжин Абстрактний живопис

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Wojciech Weiss 1875–1950

Polish From Leorda Expressionism On Wikipedia in 11 of 32 languages

Early Life and Education: Born in Bukovina to Stanisław Weiss and Maria Kopaczyńska, Wojciech’s musical inclinations gave way to a fervent passion for painting after encountering Stanisław Przybyszewski. He pursued his artistic studies at Kraków's Academy of Fine Arts under Leon Wyczółkowski, initially focusing on historical or mythological subjects before embracing Expressionism as a profound response to Przybyszewski’s influence.

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Ад Reinhardt 1913–1967

Американський From Баффало Абстракціонізм, Мінімалізм On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages

These early pieces—often characterized by clean lines, precise angles, and carefully chosen palettes—reflected a deep understanding of Cubism and Constructivism, movements he studied extensively. The 1940s saw Reinhardt become an active member of American Abstract Artists (AAA), a group he considered pivotal to his development.

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Карл Блоссфельдт 1865–1932

Німець From Шледе Німецький експресіонізм

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Max Kurzweil 1867–1916

Austrian From Bzenec Vienna Secession On Wikipedia in 13 of 32 languages

Born amidst the evocative landscapes of Bisenz, Bohemia, Maximilian Franz Viktor Zdenko Marie Kurzweil carried the romantic sensibilities of his youth into the heart of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. 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.

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Bernard Buffet 1928–1999

French From Paris Expressionism

Bernard Buffet (1928–1999) remains one of the most evocative and polarizing figures in twentieth-century French art. Born in Paris during a period of profound global upheaval, his very existence was shaped by the shadows of the Second World War.

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Heinrich Campendonk 1889–1957

German/Dutch From Krefeld Der Blaue Reiter On Wikipedia in 13 of 32 languages

Born in Krefeld, Germany, in 1889, into a family connected to the textile industry – a world of intricate patterns and vibrant hues – Campendonk’s artistic journey began not with formal training but with an apprenticeship, a grounding in craft that would later inform his deeply symbolic approach.

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Марк Тобі 1890–1976

Американський From Сентервілл Абстрактний експресіонізм 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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John Bellany 1942–2013

Scottish Expressionism; Surrealism

Born in 1942 amidst the salt-sprayed fishing traditions of Port Seton, near Edinburgh, John Bellany CBE, RA emerged as one of Scotland’s most profound and evocative visual storytellers. 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.

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Ян Слуйтерс 1881–1957

Нідерландська From Гертогенбос Експресіонізм, люмінізм On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages

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Wilhelm Morgner 1891–1917

German From Soest Expressionism On Wikipedia in 11 of 32 languages

In the fleeting dawn of the twentieth century, few voices resonated with as much raw, spiritual intensity as that of Wilhelm Morgner.

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Пол Дженкінс 1923–2012

Американець From Канзас-Сіті Абстрактний експресіонізм

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Керрі Джеймс Маршалл народився 1955

Американець From Бірмінгем Неоекспресіонізм On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages

Chalk Up Another One: Потужна робота 1992 року, що прославляє життя чорношкірих, водночас прямо протистоячи расовим стереотипам. Scout (Girl): Неоекспресіоністський портрет, що використовує сміливі кольори та графічну глибину, щоб вловити суть юності та ідентичності.

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Гюстав Де Смет 1877–1943

Бельгієць From Гент Фламандський експресіонізм On Wikipedia in 10 of 32 languages

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Armand Schonberger 1885–1974

French Cubism

Armand Schonberger (1885–1974) stands as a captivating figure in the tapestry of early 20th-century modernism, a painter whose brush bridged the delicate light of Impressionism with the fractured, rhythmic energy of Cubism. Born in Galgóc and later finding his artistic soul within the vibrant bohemian circles of Munich and Budapest, Schonberger’s life was a continuous dialogue between tradition and the avant-garde.

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Werner Peiner 1897–1984

German From Dusseldorf New Objectivity & Realism

Werner Peiner (20 July 1897 – 19 August 1984) was a German painter whose artistic journey spanned from the expressive currents of early Expressionism to the increasingly formalized aesthetic dictated by the Third Reich, ultimately cementing his position as one of its most prominent official artists.

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Mary Ascher 1900–1988

British Biblical scenes, female figures

Mary Ascher (1900-1988) wasn’t merely a painter; she was an emotional archaeologist, meticulously excavating the hidden depths of biblical narratives and translating them into powerfully resonant visual experiences. Ascher rejected the prevailing detachment of much 20th-century art, instead embracing a deeply personal and often unsettling approach to depicting scenes from the Old Testament. Early influences on Ascher’s style were rooted in Expressionism and German Romanticism.

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Frits Van Den Berghe 1883–1939

Belgian From Ghent Expressionism, Surrealism On Wikipedia in 10 of 32 languages

Born in Ghent, Belgium, in 1883, Frits Van den Berghe’s life was a tapestry woven from artistic passion, personal turmoil, and a profound engagement with the shifting currents of early 20th-century European art. Van den Berghe’s journey began within the established framework of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts, where he studied under Jean Delvin, absorbing the foundational principles of academic painting.

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Ernst Barlach 1870–1938

Born in Wedel, Holstein (Germany) on January 2nd, 1870, Ernst Heinrich Barlach was the eldest of four sons.

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Етель Аднан 1925–2021

Американець From Бейрут ['Ассамбляж', 'Поп-арт', 'Нео-дада'] On Wikipedia in 17 of 32 languages

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Лайнд Ворд 1905–1985

Американський From Чикаго Дерев'яний гравюрний реліф, графічний роман

Lynd Kendall Ward, born June 26, 1905, in Chicago, Illinois, was an American artist and novelist whose singular vision revolutionized visual storytelling—specifically through the daring innovation of wordless novels utilizing woodcuts.

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Мстислав Добужинський 1875–1957

Російсько-литовське From Новгород Експресіонізм, міські пейзажі

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Heinrich Nauen 1880–1940

German From Krefeld Expressionism On Wikipedia in 10 of 32 languages

Born in Krefeld, Germany, in 1880, Heinrich Nauen’s artistic journey was one of quiet observation and profound emotional resonance. Nauen’s formal training began at the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf in 1898, where he honed his skills under the tutelage of established masters. However, it was his subsequent studies at the Staatliche Akademie der Bildenden Künste Stuttgart from 1900 to 1902 that truly ignited his artistic fire.