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

Marilyn Bendell (1921 - 2003)
Marilyn Bendell
1921 - 2003
John Wesley (1928 - 2022)
John Wesley
1928 - 2022
Anthony Heinsbergen (1894 - 1981)
Anthony Heinsbergen
1894 - 1981
Catherine Tharp Altvater (1907 - 1984)
Catherine Tharp Altvater
1907 - 1984
Gertrude Morgan (1900 - 1980)
Gertrude Morgan
1900 - 1980
Stuart Farmery (1953)
Stuart Farmery
1953
Tom Otterness (1952)
Tom Otterness
1952
Christian Marclay (1955)
Christian Marclay
1955
Max Band (1901 - 1974)
Max Band
1901 - 1974
Ben Schonzeit (1942)
Ben Schonzeit
1942
Lydia Field Emmet (1866 - 1952)
Lydia Field Emmet
1866 - 1952
Erika Giovanna Klien (1900 - 1957)
Erika Giovanna Klien
1900 - 1957
Adolph Gottlieb (1903 - 1974)
Adolph Gottlieb
1903 - 1974
Noel Mahaffey (1944 - 1984)
Noel Mahaffey
1944 - 1984
Gordon Matta-Clark (1943 - 1978)
Gordon Matta-Clark
1943 - 1978
Eric de Kolb (1916 - 2001)
Eric de Kolb
1916 - 2001

Creators Abstract Expressionism

Annette Lemieux (1957)
Annette Lemieux
1957
Leandro Erlich (1973)
Leandro Erlich
1973
Mona Kuhn (1969)
Mona Kuhn
1969
Xenia Hausner (1951)
Xenia Hausner
1951
Helmut Schweizer (1946)
Helmut Schweizer
1946
Wilfrid Moser (1914 - 1997)
Wilfrid Moser
1914 - 1997
Alexander Ovakimovich Grigoryan (1927 - 2008)
Alexander Ovakimovich Grigoryan
1927 - 2008
Serafima Vasilievna Shakhrai (1905 - 1981)
Serafima Vasilievna Shakhrai
1905 - 1981
Edward Delaney (1930 - 2009)
Edward Delaney
1930 - 2009
Tapio Wirkkala (1915 - 1985)
Tapio Wirkkala
1915 - 1985
Yitzhak Danziger (1916 - 1977)
Yitzhak Danziger
1916 - 1977
 Alvaro Barrington (1983)
Alvaro Barrington
1983
Wang Du (1956)
Wang Du
1956
Lucian Freud (1922 - 2011)
Lucian Freud
1922 - 2011
Zbylut Grzywacz (1939 - 2004)
Zbylut Grzywacz
1939 - 2004
Josh Kline (1979)
Josh Kline
1979
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