Richard Hamilton (1922 - 2011)

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Richard Hamilton

Richard William Hamilton was a pivotal figure in the evolution of modern art, seamlessly blending traditional mediums with emerging cultural commentary. Born in London in 1922, Hamilton emerged as a leading voice in the pop art movement, a genre that sought to bridge the gap between high art and popular culture. His work, characterized by its innovative use of materials and its critical eye on consumer society, positioned him as a critical link between art's past and its rapidly evolving future.

Hamilton's influence is perhaps best encapsulated in his iconic collage, "Just what is it that makes today's homes so different, so appealing?" Created for the This Is Tomorrow exhibition in 1956, this piece is widely regarded as one of the first works of pop art, predating the more widely recognized contributions of American artists like Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. By integrating images from magazines, advertisements, and other mass media, Hamilton crafted a visually striking critique of contemporary consumerism and its pervasive impact on the domestic sphere.

Beyond his contributions to pop art, Hamilton's legacy is also preserved in his role as an educator and theorist. His writings and teachings have influenced generations of artists, encouraging them to explore the intersections of art, technology, and society. His works are held in high esteem and are featured in prestigious collections worldwide, including the Tate Gallery in London and the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Hamilton's oeuvre offers a fascinating window into the mid-20th century's cultural shifts. His ability to capture the zeitgeist of his time, while also pushing the boundaries of what art could be, makes his work both historically significant and continually relevant.

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Date and place of birt:24 february 1922, London, United Kingdom
Date and place of death:13 september 2011, London, United Kingdom
Nationality:United Kingdom
Period of activity: XX, XXI century
Specialization:Artist, Graphic artist, Painter, Researcher
Genre:Allegory
Art style:Modern art, Multiple, Pop Art, Post War Art, Contemporary art

Creators United Kingdom

Cornelius Pearson (1805 - 1891)
Cornelius Pearson
1805 - 1891
James Arthur O'Connor (1792 - 1841)
James Arthur O'Connor
1792 - 1841
William Gilbert (1544 - 1603)
William Gilbert
1544 - 1603
Nick Brandt (1966)
Nick Brandt
1966
Herbert Sidney Percy (1863 - 1932)
Herbert Sidney Percy
1863 - 1932
Charles William Wyllie (1853 - 1923)
Charles William Wyllie
1853 - 1923
John Baptiste Medina (1659 - 1710)
John Baptiste Medina
1659 - 1710
Edward Arthur Fellowes Prynne (1854 - 1921)
Edward Arthur Fellowes Prynne
1854 - 1921
John Emes (1762 - 1810)
John Emes
1762 - 1810
Edward Kay (1980)
Edward Kay
1980
Robert Timbrell ()
Robert Timbrell
Thomas Robins (the Elder) (1715 - 1770)
Thomas Robins (the Elder)
1715 - 1770
Bernard Cohen (1933)
Bernard Cohen
1933
Herbert William Weekes (1841 - 1914)
Herbert William Weekes
1841 - 1914
Phillip King (1934 - 2021)
Phillip King
1934 - 2021
John Laporte (1761 - 1839)
John Laporte
1761 - 1839

Creators Contemporary art

Vincent Cavallaro (1912 - 1985)
Vincent Cavallaro
1912 - 1985
Judy Rifka (1945)
Judy Rifka
1945
Alessandro Mazzucotelli (1865 - 1938)
Alessandro Mazzucotelli
1865 - 1938
Mark Manders (1968)
Mark Manders
1968
James Timothy Gleeson (1915 - 2008)
James Timothy Gleeson
1915 - 2008
Petra Winterkamp (1955)
Petra Winterkamp
1955
Robert Indermaur (1947)
Robert Indermaur
1947
Anna Tessenow (1978)
Anna Tessenow
1978
Lee Kyoung-mi (1977)
Lee Kyoung-mi
1977
Piotr Makowski (1985)
Piotr Makowski
1985
Peter Smolka (XX century)
Peter Smolka
XX century
Josef Istler (1919 - 2000)
Josef Istler
1919 - 2000
Michael Stennett (1946 - 2020)
Michael Stennett
1946 - 2020
 Takis (1925 - 2019)
Takis
1925 - 2019
Gunter Böhmer (1911 - 1986)
Gunter Böhmer
1911 - 1986
Francesco D'Arena (1978)
Francesco D'Arena
1978
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