Andreas Gursky (1955) - photo 1

Andreas Gursky

Andreas Gursky, a German photographer born in 1955, is renowned for his large format architectural and landscape color photographs, which often feature a high vantage point. Gursky's work has garnered attention for its unique perspective on modern life and contemporary scenes, capturing the grandeur and intricacy of his subjects with a meticulous eye for detail. His pieces, such as "Rhein II" and "99 Cent II Diptychon," showcase his skill in transforming ordinary locales into extraordinary visual narratives, often with the aid of digital manipulation to enhance and refine the final image.

Andreas Gursky's photography is celebrated for its ability to capture the essence of globalization and the human impact on the environment, presenting scenes that are both familiar and alien in their scope and detail. His work has been exhibited worldwide and is held in high esteem in the art market, with some of his pieces achieving record-breaking auction prices.

For art collectors and experts, Andreas Gursky's photographs offer a profound commentary on the world we live in, blending technical prowess with a deep conceptual framework. His exhibitions and publications provide insight into his creative process and the evolution of his artistic vision​.

To stay updated on Andreas Gursky's latest exhibitions and works, consider subscribing to updates from renowned art galleries or institutions that feature contemporary photography.

Date and place of birt:15 january 1955, Leipzig, Germany
Nationality:Germany
Period of activity: XX, XXI century
Specialization:Artist, Photographer
Genre:Architecture photography
Art style:Color photo, Contemporary realism, Contemporary art
Andreas Gursky. Breitscheider Kreuz - Now at the auction

Now at the auction Andreas Gursky

All lots

Creators Germany

Johann Heinrich Hasselhorst (1825 - 1904)
Johann Heinrich Hasselhorst
1825 - 1904
Hans-Hendrik Grimmling (1947)
Hans-Hendrik Grimmling
1947
Carl Ludwig Scheins (1808 - 1879)
Carl Ludwig Scheins
1808 - 1879
Michael Rögler (1940)
Michael Rögler
1940
Johann Karl Hetz (1828 - 1899)
Johann Karl Hetz
1828 - 1899
Helmut Sturm (1932 - 2008)
Helmut Sturm
1932 - 2008
Elisabeth Thiermann (1893 - 1983)
Elisabeth Thiermann
1893 - 1983
Fritz Genkinger (1934 - 2017)
Fritz Genkinger
1934 - 2017
Max Gaisser (1857 - 1922)
Max Gaisser
1857 - 1922
Anna Tessenow (1978)
Anna Tessenow
1978
Hans Memling (1430 - 1494)
Hans Memling
1430 - 1494
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886 - 1969)
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
1886 - 1969
Victor Muller (1830 - 1871)
Victor Muller
1830 - 1871
Walter Volland (1898 - 1980)
Walter Volland
1898 - 1980
Fred Rolf (1940)
Fred Rolf
1940
Andreas Hofer (Andy Hope 1930) (1963)
Andreas Hofer (Andy Hope 1930)
1963

Creators Color photo

Thomas Ritter (1955)
Thomas Ritter
1955
Otto Waalkes (1948)
Otto Waalkes
1948
Axel Heil (1965)
Axel Heil
1965
Luis Potosi (1937)
Luis Potosi
1937
Igor Mitoraj (1944 - 2014)
Igor Mitoraj
1944 - 2014
Gustav Vigeland (1869 - 1943)
Gustav Vigeland
1869 - 1943
El Lissitzky (1890 - 1941)
El Lissitzky
1890 - 1941
Julian Schnabel (1951)
Julian Schnabel
1951
Gianfranco Baruchello (1924 - 2023)
Gianfranco Baruchello
1924 - 2023
Stan Zak-Kaminski (1925 - 2005)
Stan Zak-Kaminski
1925 - 2005
Rufino Tamayo (1899 - 1991)
Rufino Tamayo
1899 - 1991
Daidō Moriyama (1938)
Daidō Moriyama
1938
Géraldine Morin (1976)
Géraldine Morin
1976
Helge Kirchberger (1964)
Helge Kirchberger
1964
José Luis Cuevas (1934 - 2017)
José Luis Cuevas
1934 - 2017
Stephan Geisler (1968)
Stephan Geisler
1968