Wolf Reuther (1917 - 2004)
Wolf Reuther
Wolf Reuther was a German artist known for his expressionist paintings and prints. He began his artistic career as an apprentice in a stained-glass workshop.
In the 1930s, Reuther studied at the Dresden Academy of Fine Arts and later in Berlin. During World War II, he was drafted into the German army and was taken as a prisoner of war by the British. After his release, he returned to Germany and settled in Düsseldorf.
Reuther's early works were influenced by the expressionist movement, characterized by bold colors and dramatic brushstrokes. His later works focused on more abstract and geometric forms. He was also known for his prints, particularly his woodcuts, which often depicted nature and the human form.
Reuther's work has been widely exhibited in Germany and abroad, and he has received numerous awards for his contribution to art.
| Date and place of birt: | 4 may 1917, Manheim, Germany |
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| Date and place of death: | 24 february 2004, Germany |
| Nationality: | Germany |
| Period of activity: | XX, XXI century |
| Specialization: | Artist, Graphic artist, Painter |
| Art style: | Expressionism, German Expressionism |
