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

Oswald Poetzelberger (1893 - 1966)
Oswald Poetzelberger
1893 - 1966
Dieter Stoever (1922 - 1984)
Dieter Stoever
1922 - 1984
Nikolai Ivanovich Istselennov (1891 - 1981)
Nikolai Ivanovich Istselennov
1891 - 1981
Willibald Wex (1831 - 1892)
Willibald Wex
1831 - 1892
Matthias Zölle (1959)
Matthias Zölle
1959
Daniel Stocker (1865 - 1957)
Daniel Stocker
1865 - 1957
Günther (Gunter) Graßmann (Grassman) (1900 - 1993)
Günther (Gunter) Graßmann (Grassman)
1900 - 1993
Georg Hemmrich (1874 - 1939)
Georg Hemmrich
1874 - 1939
Johann Heinrich Hasselhorst (1825 - 1904)
Johann Heinrich Hasselhorst
1825 - 1904
Fritz Winold Reiss (1886 - 1953)
Fritz Winold Reiss
1886 - 1953
Johann Gottlieb Hantzsch (1794 - 1848)
Johann Gottlieb Hantzsch
1794 - 1848
Joseph Damberger (1867 - 1951)
Joseph Damberger
1867 - 1951
 Reiner Stolte (1945)
Reiner Stolte
1945
Ludwig Gschossmann (1913 - 1988)
Ludwig Gschossmann
1913 - 1988
Otto Baum (1900 - 1977)
Otto Baum
1900 - 1977
Hubert Kaplan (1940)
Hubert Kaplan
1940

Creators Constructivism

Pat Phillips (1987)
Pat Phillips
1987
Fausto Pirandello (1899 - 1975)
Fausto Pirandello
1899 - 1975
Chaïm Soutine (1893 - 1943)
Chaïm Soutine
1893 - 1943
Pierre Reverdy (1889 - 1960)
Pierre Reverdy
1889 - 1960
Petrus Wandrey (1939 - 2012)
Petrus Wandrey
1939 - 2012
Peter Booth (1940)
Peter Booth
1940
Alfred Kornberger (1933 - 2002)
Alfred Kornberger
1933 - 2002
Gustavo Peñalver Vico (1939)
Gustavo Peñalver Vico
1939
Carlos Matter (1951)
Carlos Matter
1951
Aleksandr Evgenevich Iakovlev (1887 - 1938)
Aleksandr Evgenevich Iakovlev
1887 - 1938
Paula Modersohn-Becker (1876 - 1907)
Paula Modersohn-Becker
1876 - 1907
Pablo Neruda (1904 - 1973)
Pablo Neruda
1904 - 1973
Pinchus Krémègne (1890 - 1981)
Pinchus Krémègne
1890 - 1981
Frederick Horsman Varley (1881 - 1969)
Frederick Horsman Varley
1881 - 1969
Lee Loring (1902 - 1962)
Lee Loring
1902 - 1962
Alfons Walde (1891 - 1958)
Alfons Walde
1891 - 1958
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