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

Vladislav Theodor Benda (1873 - 1948)
Vladislav Theodor Benda
1873 - 1948
Philip Bualo (1863 - 1917)
Philip Bualo
1863 - 1917
LaToya Ruby Frazier (1982)
LaToya Ruby Frazier
1982
Lee Quiñones (1960)
Lee Quiñones
1960
Edward Middleton Manigault (1887 - 1922)
Edward Middleton Manigault
1887 - 1922
Paul Burlin (1886 - 1969)
Paul Burlin
1886 - 1969
Suzie Zuzek (1920 - 2011)
Suzie Zuzek
1920 - 2011
Margaret Bourke-White (1904 - 1971)
Margaret Bourke-White
1904 - 1971
Fuller Potter (1910 - 1990)
Fuller Potter
1910 - 1990
Rudy Autio (1926 - 2007)
Rudy Autio
1926 - 2007
William Oberhardt (1882 - 1958)
William Oberhardt
1882 - 1958
Niki de Saint Phalle (1930 - 2002)
Niki de Saint Phalle
1930 - 2002
Karyn Lyons (1981)
Karyn Lyons
1981
Gilbert Lujan (1940 - 2011)
Gilbert Lujan
1940 - 2011
Ross Bleckner (1949)
Ross Bleckner
1949
Mitchell Epstein (1952)
Mitchell Epstein
1952

Creators Abstract Expressionism

Joe Goode (1937)
Joe Goode
1937
Roger Greßl (1959)
Roger Greßl
1959
John Kingerlee (1936)
John Kingerlee
1936
John Randall Bratby (1928 - 1992)
John Randall Bratby
1928 - 1992
Saadi Al-Kaabi (1937)
Saadi Al-Kaabi
1937
Michael Rögler (1940)
Michael Rögler
1940
João Cutileiro (1937 - 2021)
João Cutileiro
1937 - 2021
Hu Yongkai (1945)
Hu Yongkai
1945
Francis Joseph Bruguière (1879 - 1945)
Francis Joseph Bruguière
1879 - 1945
Catherine Meurisse (1980)
Catherine Meurisse
1980
Shavkat Fazylovich Abdusalamov (1936)
Shavkat Fazylovich Abdusalamov
1936
Rob Birza (1962)
Rob Birza
1962
Vitold Antonovich Manastyrsky (1915 - 1992)
Vitold Antonovich Manastyrsky
1915 - 1992
Francois Boisrond (1959)
Francois Boisrond
1959
Marion Bembé (1930)
Marion Bembé
1930
David Kramer (1963)
David Kramer
1963
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