Lyonel Feininger (1871 - 1956)

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Lyonel Feininger

Lyonel Charles Adrian Feininger was an American-German artist renowned for his unique integration of Expressionism, Cubism, and Bauhaus principles. His body of work, which spans several critical decades in modernism's development, is celebrated for its distinctive blend of architectural and nautical motifs, articulated through planar shifts and jagged lines of Cubism, with a vibrant Orphist color palette.

Lyonel Feininger's journey as an artist began in earnest when he was 36, becoming a pivotal figure in various German expressionist groups and a founding member of the Bauhaus, where he led the printmaking workshop. His art, which also includes significant contributions to caricature and photography, explores the intricate relationship between humanity and industrialization, evident in his depictions of architectural and mechanized forms.

His work was subject to Nazi criticism, being labeled as "degenerate," which led to his return to the United States, where he continued to evolve his artistic style. Posthumously, Lyonel Feininger's art has been the focus of several retrospectives, and his pieces, like "Jesuits III," continue to fetch high figures at auctions, underscoring his lasting impact on the art world.

Notably, Lyonel Feininger's "Cathedral" woodcut, representing the Bauhaus's utopian vision, remains one of his most iconic works, symbolizing the integration of art and craftsmanship with its avant-garde yet traditional approach. His legacy is further carried by his sons, Andreas and T. Lux Feininger, who also made their marks in the arts.

For collectors and art and antiques experts, Feininger's work represents a fascinating intersection of various art movements and a testament to the enduring nature of expressive and innovative artistry. To stay updated on new product sales and auction events related to Lyonel Feininger, consider signing up for updates, ensuring you're informed about the latest opportunities to engage with his enduring legacy.

Date and place of birt:17 july 1871, New York City, USA
Date and place of death:13 january 1956, New York City, USA
Nationality:Germany, USA
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Cartoonist, Graphic artist, Painter
Art school / group:November Group, Bauhaus
Genre:Cityscape, Landscape painting, Portrait, Still life
Art style:Cubism, Degenerate art, Expressionism, Modern art

Creators Germany

Willy Habl (1888 - 1964)
Willy Habl
1888 - 1964
Ursula Schultze-Bluhm (1921 - 1999)
Ursula Schultze-Bluhm
1921 - 1999
Norbert Bisky (1970)
Norbert Bisky
1970
Hans-Christian Koglin (1937 - 2007)
Hans-Christian Koglin
1937 - 2007
Aris Kalaizis (1966)
Aris Kalaizis
1966
Heinrich Zille (1858 - 1929)
Heinrich Zille
1858 - 1929
Moriz Melzer (1877 - 1966)
Moriz Melzer
1877 - 1966
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1979
Johann Rudolf Buhlmann (1812 - 1890)
Johann Rudolf Buhlmann
1812 - 1890
Hans Christiansen (1866 - 1945)
Hans Christiansen
1866 - 1945
Otmar Blaeser (1947)
Otmar Blaeser
1947
Adolf Rehm (1867 - 1952)
Adolf Rehm
1867 - 1952
Horst G. Loewel (1939)
Horst G. Loewel
1939
Vincent Weber (1902 - 1990)
Vincent Weber
1902 - 1990
Gustav Oppel (1891 - 1978)
Gustav Oppel
1891 - 1978
Christina Puth (1967)
Christina Puth
1967

Creators Cubism

El Lissitzky (1890 - 1941)
El Lissitzky
1890 - 1941
Gustav Klimt (1862 - 1918)
Gustav Klimt
1862 - 1918
Laszlo Moholy-Nagy (1895 - 1946)
Laszlo Moholy-Nagy
1895 - 1946
Henri Epstein (1891 - 1944)
Henri Epstein
1891 - 1944
Edmund Kesting (1892 - 1970)
Edmund Kesting
1892 - 1970
Mark Lindquist (1949)
Mark Lindquist
1949
Albrecht Demitz (1947)
Albrecht Demitz
1947
Rolf Kuhrt (1936)
Rolf Kuhrt
1936
François Pompon (1855 - 1933)
François Pompon
1855 - 1933
Alfred Oppenheim (1873 - 1953)
Alfred Oppenheim
1873 - 1953
Alexei Ilyich Bashlakov (1936 - 1980)
Alexei Ilyich Bashlakov
1936 - 1980
Giuseppe Chiacigh (1895 - 1968)
Giuseppe Chiacigh
1895 - 1968
Vladimir Yuryevich Elsner (1886 - 1964)
Vladimir Yuryevich Elsner
1886 - 1964
Romare Bearden (1911 - 1988)
Romare Bearden
1911 - 1988
Erich Wegner (1899 - 1980)
Erich Wegner
1899 - 1980
René Magritte (1898 - 1967)
René Magritte
1898 - 1967
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