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

William Glackens (1870 - 1938)
William Glackens
1870 - 1938
Serge Ivanoff (1893 - 1983)
Serge Ivanoff
1893 - 1983
Grace Hartigan (1922 - 2008)
Grace Hartigan
1922 - 2008
George De Forest Brush (1855 - 1941)
George De Forest Brush
1855 - 1941
Don Gummer (1946)
Don Gummer
1946
Ray Johnson (1927 - 1995)
Ray Johnson
1927 - 1995
Franz Rudolf Wildenhain (1905 - 1980)
Franz Rudolf Wildenhain
1905 - 1980
Manuel Ortiz de Zárate Pinto (1887 - 1946)
Manuel Ortiz de Zárate Pinto
1887 - 1946
Andrew Wyeth (1917 - 2009)
Andrew Wyeth
1917 - 2009
Frank Stella (1936 - 2024)
Frank Stella
1936 - 2024
Henry Mosler (1841 - 1920)
Henry Mosler
1841 - 1920
John Woodhouse Audubon (1812 - 1862)
John Woodhouse Audubon
1812 - 1862
Eldon Dedini (1921 - 2006)
Eldon Dedini
1921 - 2006
William Paxton (1869 - 1941)
William Paxton
1869 - 1941
Jonathan Chapline (1987)
Jonathan Chapline
1987
Alexis Rockman (1962)
Alexis Rockman
1962

Creators Abstract Expressionism

Adolf Dietrich (1877 - 1957)
Adolf Dietrich
1877 - 1957
Manfred Garstka (1937)
Manfred Garstka
1937
Wang Yani (1975)
Wang Yani
1975
Lucy Bull (1990)
Lucy Bull
1990
Wang Lei (1980)
Wang Lei
1980
Daniel Authouart (1943)
Daniel Authouart
1943
Donald Jarvis (1923 - 2001)
Donald Jarvis
1923 - 2001
Ernő Rubik (1944)
Ernő Rubik
1944
Rob Scholte (1958)
Rob Scholte
1958
Luise Kimme (1939 - 2013)
Luise Kimme
1939 - 2013
Pyotr Dmitrievich Pokarzhevsky (1889 - 1968)
Pyotr Dmitrievich Pokarzhevsky
1889 - 1968
Richard Hess (1937 - 2017)
Richard Hess
1937 - 2017
Mikhail Andreyevich Savitsky (1922 - 2010)
Mikhail Andreyevich Savitsky
1922 - 2010
Imogen Cunningham (1883 - 1976)
Imogen Cunningham
1883 - 1976
Louise Christine Thiele (1941)
Louise Christine Thiele
1941
Rafael Soriano (1920 - 2015)
Rafael Soriano
1920 - 2015
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