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

Michael Angelo Rooker (1743 - 1801)
Michael Angelo Rooker
1743 - 1801
Jules de Goede (1937 - 2007)
Jules de Goede
1937 - 2007
Grayson Perry (1960)
Grayson Perry
1960
Quentin Saxby Blake (1932)
Quentin Saxby Blake
1932
Stanley Spencer (1891 - 1959)
Stanley Spencer
1891 - 1959
Sydney Long (1871 - 1955)
Sydney Long
1871 - 1955
George Spencer Watson (1869 - 1934)
George Spencer Watson
1869 - 1934
William Dyce (1806 - 1864)
William Dyce
1806 - 1864
Thomas Nathaniel Davies (1922 - 1996)
Thomas Nathaniel Davies
1922 - 1996
John Northcote Nash (1893 - 1977)
John Northcote Nash
1893 - 1977
Louis William Wain (1860 - 1939)
Louis William Wain
1860 - 1939
Leopold Henry Radclyffe ()
Leopold Henry Radclyffe
Johannes von Stumm (1959)
Johannes von Stumm
1959
Harold Cohen (1928 - 2016)
Harold Cohen
1928 - 2016
James Tassie (1735 - 1799)
James Tassie
1735 - 1799
Richard Caton Woodville (II) (1856 - 1927)
Richard Caton Woodville (II)
1856 - 1927

Creators Contemporary art

Shaya Noevich Melamud (1911 - 1993)
Shaya Noevich Melamud
1911 - 1993
Gianni Visentin (1938 - 2010)
Gianni Visentin
1938 - 2010
Diether Kunerth (1940)
Diether Kunerth
1940
Sedje Hémon (1923 - 2011)
Sedje Hémon
1923 - 2011
Florian Schulz (1946 - 2019)
Florian Schulz
1946 - 2019
Raymond Normand (1919 - 2000)
Raymond Normand
1919 - 2000
Michael Arp (1955 - 2013)
Michael Arp
1955 - 2013
Karl Henning Seemann (1934 - 2023)
Karl Henning Seemann
1934 - 2023
William Dobell (1899 - 1970)
William Dobell
1899 - 1970
Yves Scherer (1987)
Yves Scherer
1987
Mike Rose (1932 - 2006)
Mike Rose
1932 - 2006
Giorgio Avanti (1946)
Giorgio Avanti
1946
Brad Howe (1959)
Brad Howe
1959
John Pfahl (1939 - 2020)
John Pfahl
1939 - 2020
Glennray Tutor (1950)
Glennray Tutor
1950
Charles Banks Wilson (1918 - 2013)
Charles Banks Wilson
1918 - 2013
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