Heinrich Hoerle (1895 - 1936)

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Heinrich Hoerle

Heinrich Hoerle was a notable German artist, distinguished for his contributions to the constructivist movement and the New Objectivity movement. Born in Cologne, Heinrich Hoerle was largely self-taught, developing a unique style after his experiences in World War I and his involvement in the Cologne Dada scene. His works often depicted generic figures in rigid poses or profiles, reflecting his influences from Russian constructivism, French cubism, and the Dutch De Stijl movement. Hoerle co-founded the artist group Stupid and published influential series like the Krüppelmappe (Cripples Portfolio), exploring themes of disability and war's human toll​​.

His art, which includes pieces like "Denkmal der unbekannten Prothesen," is preserved in various public collections, including Museum Ludwig in Cologne and the Von der Heydt Museum in Wuppertal. Despite facing condemnation by the Nazis, Hoerle's legacy endures through his thought-provoking works that continue to be celebrated and discussed in academic circles, as evidenced by events like the gallery talk at Harvard Art Museums focusing on his Cripple Portfolio series​​​​.

For collectors and art enthusiasts, understanding Heinrich Hoerle's impact on modern art provides a valuable perspective on the interplay between art, society, and history. If you're keen on delving deeper into Heinrich Hoerle's artistic journey and wish to stay updated on related auctions and exhibitions, consider subscribing for updates on new product sales and auction events pertaining to his works.

Date and place of birt:1 september 1895, Cologne, Germany
Date and place of death:3 july 1936, Cologne, Germany
Nationality:Germany
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Artist, Painter
Art school / group:Stupid Group
Genre:Portrait, Still life
Art style:Expressionism, Surrealism, Constructivism, Dadaism, New Objectivity

Creators Germany

Micha Ullman (1939)
Micha Ullman
1939
Rupprecht Matthies (1959)
Rupprecht Matthies
1959
Richard Förster (1873 - 1956)
Richard Förster
1873 - 1956
Georg Heinrich Joseph Schwabe (1847 - 1924)
Georg Heinrich Joseph Schwabe
1847 - 1924
Peter Herkenrath (1990 - 1992)
Peter Herkenrath
1990 - 1992
Arthur Siebelist (1870 - 1945)
Arthur Siebelist
1870 - 1945
Afanasij Ivanovich Scheloumoff (1892 - 1983)
Afanasij Ivanovich Scheloumoff
1892 - 1983
Emmerich Oehler (1881 - 1982)
Emmerich Oehler
1881 - 1982
Moritz von Schwind (1804 - 1871)
Moritz von Schwind
1804 - 1871
Ulrich Leman (1885 - 1988)
Ulrich Leman
1885 - 1988
Otto Altenkirch (1875 - 1945)
Otto Altenkirch
1875 - 1945
John Heartfield (1891 - 1968)
John Heartfield
1891 - 1968
Gortzius Geldorp (1553 - 1618)
Gortzius Geldorp
1553 - 1618
Christian Gottlieb Schick (1776 - 1812)
Christian Gottlieb Schick
1776 - 1812
Joseph Karl Stiehler (1781 - 1858)
Joseph Karl Stiehler
1781 - 1858
Leonid Yakovlevich Mezheritski (1930 - 2007)
Leonid Yakovlevich Mezheritski
1930 - 2007

Creators Constructivism

Philipp Bauknech (1884 - 1933)
Philipp Bauknech
1884 - 1933
Paul Duchein (1930 - 2024)
Paul Duchein
1930 - 2024
Ivan Ilyich Leonidov (1902 - 1959)
Ivan Ilyich Leonidov
1902 - 1959
Achille Tominetti (1848 - 1917)
Achille Tominetti
1848 - 1917
Roger Loewig (1930 - 1997)
Roger Loewig
1930 - 1997
Pierre Roy (1880 - 1950)
Pierre Roy
1880 - 1950
Édouard Goerg (1893 - 1969)
Édouard Goerg
1893 - 1969
Oskar Manigk (1934)
Oskar Manigk
1934
Tom Christopher (1952)
Tom Christopher
1952
Varvara Fyodorovna Stepanova (1894 - 1958)
Varvara Fyodorovna Stepanova
1894 - 1958
Louis Christian Hess (1895 - 1944)
Louis Christian Hess
1895 - 1944
Marcus Behmer (1879 - 1958)
Marcus Behmer
1879 - 1958
Ludovico de Luigi (1933)
Ludovico de Luigi
1933
Ivan Milev Lalev (1897 - 1927)
Ivan Milev Lalev
1897 - 1927
Arturo Vermi (1928 - 1988)
Arturo Vermi
1928 - 1988
Christian Arnold (1889 - 1960)
Christian Arnold
1889 - 1960
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