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

Elizabeth Violet Blackadder (1931 - 2021)
Elizabeth Violet Blackadder
1931 - 2021
Thomas Matthews Rooke (1842 - 1942)
Thomas Matthews Rooke
1842 - 1942
Clare Richardson (1973)
Clare Richardson
1973
Thomas Christopher Hofland (1777 - 1843)
Thomas Christopher Hofland
1777 - 1843
Alberto Morrocco (1917 - 1998)
Alberto Morrocco
1917 - 1998
David Murray (1849 - 1933)
David Murray
1849 - 1933
John Atkinson Grimshaw (1836 - 1893)
John Atkinson Grimshaw
1836 - 1893
Lorna Selim (1928 - 2021)
Lorna Selim
1928 - 2021
William Linton (1791 - 1876)
William Linton
1791 - 1876
John Maynard Keynes (1883 - 1946)
John Maynard Keynes
1883 - 1946
Marianne Eigenheer (1945 - 2018)
Marianne Eigenheer
1945 - 2018
Harry Watson (1871 - 1936)
Harry Watson
1871 - 1936
Edward Bawden (1903 - 1989)
Edward Bawden
1903 - 1989
Robert Hennell (1741 - 1811)
Robert Hennell
1741 - 1811
Charles Towne (1763 - 1840)
Charles Towne
1763 - 1840
Frederick Smallfield (1829 - 1915)
Frederick Smallfield
1829 - 1915

Creators Contemporary art

Vyacheslav Vladimirovich Pakulin (1900 - 1951)
Vyacheslav Vladimirovich Pakulin
1900 - 1951
Matthew Brandt (1982)
Matthew Brandt
1982
Tatyana Nikolayevna Glebova (1900 - 1985)
Tatyana Nikolayevna Glebova
1900 - 1985
Tschang-Yeul Kim (1929 - 2021)
Tschang-Yeul Kim
1929 - 2021
Ruben Artyomovich Varshamov (1936 - 2000)
Ruben Artyomovich Varshamov
1936 - 2000
Bruno Catalano (1960)
Bruno Catalano
1960
Wäinö Waldemar Aaltonen (1894 - 1966)
Wäinö Waldemar Aaltonen
1894 - 1966
Martin Matschinsky (1921 - 2020)
Martin Matschinsky
1921 - 2020
René Victor Auberjonois (1872 - 1957)
René Victor Auberjonois
1872 - 1957
Louise Elisabeth Andrae (1876 - 1945)
Louise Elisabeth Andrae
1876 - 1945
Chiharu Shiota (1972)
Chiharu Shiota
1972
Peter Sorge (1937 - 2000)
Peter Sorge
1937 - 2000
Herbert Adams (1858 - 1945)
Herbert Adams
1858 - 1945
Pierre Tal-Coat (1905 - 1985)
Pierre Tal-Coat
1905 - 1985
Ma Tse-Lin (1960)
Ma Tse-Lin
1960
Sally Mann (1951)
Sally Mann
1951
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