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

Pinchas Burstein (1927 - 1977)
Pinchas Burstein
1927 - 1977
Juan José Sicre (1898 - 1974)
Juan José Sicre
1898 - 1974
Joel Sternfeld (1944)
Joel Sternfeld
1944
Yury Ivanovich Dyshlenko (1936 - 1995)
Yury Ivanovich Dyshlenko
1936 - 1995
Katherine Sophie Dreier (1877 - 1952)
Katherine Sophie Dreier
1877 - 1952
Thomas Alexander Harrison (1853 - 1930)
Thomas Alexander Harrison
1853 - 1930
Lee Gatch (1902 - 1968)
Lee Gatch
1902 - 1968
Max Cole (1937)
Max Cole
1937
Yoko Ono Lennon (1933)
Yoko Ono Lennon
1933
Samuel Dashiell Hammett (1894 - 1961)
Samuel Dashiell Hammett
1894 - 1961
Dan Flavin (1933 - 1996)
Dan Flavin
1933 - 1996
Jean Xceron (1890 - 1967)
Jean Xceron
1890 - 1967
Rimma Anatol'evna Gerlovina (1951)
Rimma Anatol'evna Gerlovina
1951
Hugh Henry Breckenridge (1870 - 1937)
Hugh Henry Breckenridge
1870 - 1937
Nikolai Ivanovich Fechin (1881 - 1955)
Nikolai Ivanovich Fechin
1881 - 1955
Kara Walker (1969)
Kara Walker
1969

Creators Abstract Expressionism

Anna Genger (1978)
Anna Genger
1978
Yolanda Pong (1973)
Yolanda Pong
1973
Giorgio Griffa (1936)
Giorgio Griffa
1936
Bill Jacklin (1943)
Bill Jacklin
1943
Isay Mikhaylovich Zeytman (1899 - 1996)
Isay Mikhaylovich Zeytman
1899 - 1996
Shirley Jaffe (1923 - 2016)
Shirley Jaffe
1923 - 2016
Ernst Penzoldt (1892 - 1955)
Ernst Penzoldt
1892 - 1955
Karl Gustaf Hjalmar Armfeldt (1873 - 1959)
Karl Gustaf Hjalmar Armfeldt
1873 - 1959
Henry Munyaradzi (1931 - 1998)
Henry Munyaradzi
1931 - 1998
Jonathan Meese (1970)
Jonathan Meese
1970
 Mr. Doodle (1994)
Mr. Doodle
1994
Albert Hennig (1907 - 1998)
Albert Hennig
1907 - 1998
William Richard Crutchfield (1932 - 2015)
William Richard Crutchfield
1932 - 2015
Helga Marten (1931)
Helga Marten
1931
Ruud van Empel (1958)
Ruud van Empel
1958
Michael (Mike) Gallagher (1945)
Michael (Mike) Gallagher
1945
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