Helen Frankenthaler (1928 - 2011)

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Helen Frankenthaler

Ellen Frankenthaler was an American painter renowned for her pivotal role in the development of the Color Field movement. Born in 1928, her innovative approach to painting involved soaking her canvas in paint, a technique that led to her being celebrated for her ability to merge color and form in a way that was both expressive and deeply personal. This method, often referred to as "soak-stain," allowed her to achieve a luminosity and depth in her works that was previously unseen, setting her apart from her contemporaries and making her a key figure in post-war American art.

Frankenthaler's influence extends beyond her unique technique; her work is a testament to the power of abstraction and its ability to evoke emotion without relying on representational forms. Her paintings, characterized by their bold use of color and fluid shapes, invite viewers to interpret them in their own way, making her art accessible to a broad audience. Her significant contributions to the art world are recognized in the collections of major museums and galleries worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art and the National Gallery of Art.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Ellen Frankenthaler remains a symbol of innovation and creativity. Her works not only enrich private collections but also continue to inspire new generations of artists. For those interested in exploring the depth of Frankenthaler's impact on culture, art, and painting, subscribing for updates on new product sales and auction events related to her work is an invaluable opportunity. This subscription ensures that enthusiasts are always informed about the latest opportunities to engage with Frankenthaler's enduring legacy.

Date and place of birt:12 december 1928, Manhattan, USA
Date and place of death:27 december 2011, Darien, USA
Nationality:USA
Period of activity: XX, XXI century
Specialization:Artist, Painter
Art school / group:New York School
Genre:Allegory, Genre art, Landscape painting
Art style:Abstract Expressionism, Post-painterly abstraction, Contemporary art

Creators USA

Man Ray (1890 - 1976)
Man Ray
1890 - 1976
 Joey L (1989)
Joey L
1989
Aleksandra Mir (1967)
Aleksandra Mir
1967
Frederic Styles Egate (1803 - 1844)
Frederic Styles Egate
1803 - 1844
Manoucher Yektai (1921 - 2019)
Manoucher Yektai
1921 - 2019
Amy Elkins (1979)
Amy Elkins
1979
John Singer Sargent (1856 - 1925)
John Singer Sargent
1856 - 1925
 Ching-Jang Yao (1941 - 2000)
Ching-Jang Yao
1941 - 2000
John Levee (1924 - 2017)
John Levee
1924 - 2017
Fernand Fonssagrives (1910 - 2003)
Fernand Fonssagrives
1910 - 2003
Eastman Johnson (1824 - 1906)
Eastman Johnson
1824 - 1906
Walt Disney (1901 - 1966)
Walt Disney
1901 - 1966
Lynne Drexler (1928 - 1999)
Lynne Drexler
1928 - 1999
Harold Cohen (1928 - 2016)
Harold Cohen
1928 - 2016
Joseph Henry Sharp (1859 - 1953)
Joseph Henry Sharp
1859 - 1953
Emily Mason (1932 - 2019)
Emily Mason
1932 - 2019

Creators Abstract Expressionism

Vasily Pavlovich Borisenkov (1924 - 2020)
Vasily Pavlovich Borisenkov
1924 - 2020
Bill Woodrow (1948)
Bill Woodrow
1948
Jan Vercuysse (1948 - 2018)
Jan Vercuysse
1948 - 2018
Zeev Ben-Zvi (1904 - 1952)
Zeev Ben-Zvi
1904 - 1952
Luis Caballero (1943 - 1995)
Luis Caballero
1943 - 1995
Hamish Fulton (1946)
Hamish Fulton
1946
Ludovico de Luigi (1933)
Ludovico de Luigi
1933
Carlo Nangeroni (1922 - 2018)
Carlo Nangeroni
1922 - 2018
Bryan Organ (1935)
Bryan Organ
1935
Domenico Zindato (1966)
Domenico Zindato
1966
Peter Umlauf (1938)
Peter Umlauf
1938
Agnieszka Brzeżańska (1972)
Agnieszka Brzeżańska
1972
Aleksandr Mikhailovich Gerasimov (1881 - 1963)
Aleksandr Mikhailovich Gerasimov
1881 - 1963
Andreas Brandt (1935 - 2016)
Andreas Brandt
1935 - 2016
Gennady Lvovich Rogozny (1948 - 2007)
Gennady Lvovich Rogozny
1948 - 2007
Montserrat Gudiol (1933 - 2015)
Montserrat Gudiol
1933 - 2015
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