The 100 Greatest Expressionist Художники

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Джаспер Джонс род. 1930

Американец Born in Огаста Wikipedia, 24 of 32 languages

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Марк Ротко 1903–1970

Американец Born in Даугавпилс ['Живопись цветового поля', 'Абстрактный экспрессионизм']

No. 6 (Фиолетовый, зеленый и красный). Оранжевый, красный, желтый (1961).

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Франц Марк 1880–1916

Немец Born in Мюнхен Немецкий экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 31 of 32 languages

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Оскар Кокошка 1886–1980

Австриец, чех, британец Born in Пёхларн Экспрессионизм, венский авангард Wikipedia, 29 of 32 languages

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Эрнст Людвиг Кирхнер 1880–1938

Немец Born in Ашаффенбург Немецкий экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 32 of 32 languages

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Аршил Горки 1904–1948

Армяно-американец Born in Хоргом Абстрактный экспрессионизм, Сюрреализм Wikipedia, 24 of 32 languages

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Эмиль Нольде 1867–1956

Немецко-датчанин Born in Нольде Немецкий экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 28 of 32 languages

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Отто Дикс 1891–1969

Немец Born in Унтерхаус ['Новая объективность', 'Дадаизм', 'Экспрессионизм'] Wikipedia, 28 of 32 languages

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Джеймс Энсор 1860–1949

Бельгиец Born in Остенде ['Символизм', 'Экспрессионизм'] Wikipedia, 25 of 32 languages

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Хаим Соломонович Сутин 1893–1943

Француз Born in Смиловичи Экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 26 of 32 languages

While often categorized as an Expressionist, to reduce Soutine solely to this label is a significant oversimplification. The influence of figures like Amedeo Modigliani, who explored the interplay between form and emotion, further shaped Soutine’s artistic trajectory.

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Макс Бекман 1884–1950

Немец Born in Лейпциг Экспрессионизм, Новая вещественность Wikipedia, 27 of 32 languages

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Фриденсрайх Хундертвассер 1928–2000

Австриец Born in Вена Секция Весны Wikipedia, 29 of 32 languages

Родился: 15 декабря 1928 г., Вена, Австрия. Умер: 19 февраля 2000 г.

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Ансельм Кифер род. 1945

Немец Born in Донауэшинген Неоэкспрессионизм Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages

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Люсьен Фрейд 1922–2011

британский художник Born in Берлин Реализм Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages

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Кете Кольвиц 1867–1945

Немецкая Born in Кёнигсберг Экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 28 of 32 languages

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Жорж Руо 1871–1958

Born in XIX округ Парижа Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages

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Александр Колдер 1898–1976

Scottish-American Born in Абердин Architectural sculpture Wikipedia, 28 of 32 languages

Kinetic Art – Mobiles: Calder revolutionized sculpture with his mobiles, embracing movement and spontaneity as artistic principles—a transformative innovation that captivated audiences worldwide. ## Legacy and Influence (Detailed) Alexander Stirling Calder and Alexander ‘sandy’ Calder followed in their father's footsteps as accomplished sculptors, perpetuating a family tradition of artistic innovation.

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Хосе Давид Альфаро Сикейрос 1896–1974

Мексиканский Born in Чиуауа Социальный реализм, Мурализм Wikipedia, 24 of 32 languages

«Городское блеск» (1930-е гг.) – критика капиталистической системы и изображение жизни города как места социальной изоляции и эксплуатации.

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Элен Франкенталер 1928–2011

Американка Born in Манхэттен Абстрактная экспрессия, Колористическая абстракция Wikipedia, 19 of 32 languages

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Сай Твомбли 1928–2011

Американский Born in Лексингтон Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 21 of 32 languages

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Лионель Фейнингер 1871–1956

Американский/Немецкий Born in Нью-Йорк Экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages

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Барнетт Ньюман 1905–1970

Американский Born in Нью-Йорк Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages

Newman’s formative years were marked by exposure to European artistic currents—particularly Cubism spearheaded by Picasso and the vibrant color palettes championed by Matisse—which instilled in him an appreciation for formal experimentation. He was deeply affected by the horrors of World War II and the looming threat of nuclear annihilation, perceiving a moral crisis within Western culture and believing that art could serve as a counterpoint to prevailing ideologies.

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Франтишек Купка 1871–1957

Born in Опочно Wikipedia, 24 of 32 languages

«Аморфа, фуга в двух цветах», около 1912 г. «Диски Ньютона, этюд к фуге в двух цветах», около 1911 г.

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Паула Модерзон-Беккер 1876–1907

Born in Дрезден Wikipedia, 24 of 32 languages

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Юлиан Шнайбель род. 1951

Американский Born in Бруклин Неоэкспрессионизм

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Георг Базелиц 1938–2026

Немец Born in Дойчбазелиц Неоэкспрессионизм Wikipedia, 26 of 32 languages

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Ли Краснер 1908–1984

Американка Born in Бруклин Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 17 of 32 languages

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Карл Шмидт-Ротлуф 1884–1976

Немецкий Born in Ротлуф Экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 25 of 32 languages

His woodcuts weren’t simply representations; they were expressions – a tangible manifestation of his inner world. Perhaps most significantly, Schmidt-Rottluff established the Brücke Museum in West Berlin in 1964 – an enduring testament to his commitment to preserving and promoting the legacy of Die Brücke.

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Ханс Хартунг 1904–1989

немец-француз Born in Лейпциг Жестуальный абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 15 of 32 languages

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Франк Ауэрбах 1931–2024

Британская Born in Берлин Школа Лондона Wikipedia, 17 of 32 languages

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Роберт Мазервелл 1915–1991

Born in Абердин Wikipedia, 16 of 32 languages

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Франц Клайн 1910–1962

Американский Born in Уилкс-Барре Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 17 of 32 languages

The disciplined environment of Girard College fostered his burgeoning talent, providing access to foundational training in drawing and drafting techniques. Simultaneously, he sought inspiration from European masters—particularly Rembrandt’s masterful use of chiaroscuro and Velázquez's meticulous observation of human anatomy—and absorbed the subtle beauty of Japanese prints, where careful line work conveyed complex emotions and narratives.

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Пьер Дойг род. 1959

Scottish Born in Эдинбург Figurative painting

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М. Ф. Хусайн 1915–2011

Индиец Born in Пандхарпур Кубистическая повествовательная живопись Wikipedia, 14 of 32 languages

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Август Маке 1887–1914

Немец Born in Мешеде Экспрессионизм, фовизм, орфизм, кубизм Wikipedia, 28 of 32 languages

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Алексей фон Явленский 1864–1941

Русский Born in Торжок Экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages

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Филипп Густон 1913–1980

Born in Монреаль Wikipedia, 15 of 32 languages

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Ловис Коринт 1858–1925

Немецкий Born in Гвардейск Импрессионизм и экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 24 of 32 languages

However, it was his exposure to Impressionism – initially viewed with skepticism – that ultimately proved transformative. Corinth’s fascination with the Baroque master Rubens was particularly significant.

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Элис Нил 1900–1984

Born in Гладвин Wikipedia, 16 of 32 languages

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Цао Уки 1920–2013

Born in Пекин ['Арт-деко 1920-х годов', 'Экспрессионизм', 'Абстрактное искусство'] Wikipedia, 12 of 32 languages

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Иоганнес Иттен 1888–1967

Swiss Born in Ваксельдорн Expressionism, Bauhaus Wikipedia, 21 of 32 languages

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Станислав Игнаций Виткевич 1885–1939

Польский Born in Варшава Символизм, сюрреализм Wikipedia, 27 of 32 languages

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Эрих Хеккель 1883–1970

Немец Born in Дёбельн Немецкий экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 22 of 32 languages

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Арнольд Шёнберг 1874–1951

Австро-американский Born in Вена Двенадцатитоновая техника; Экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 31 of 32 languages

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Марианна Владимировна Верёвкина 1860–1938

Русская Born in Тула Экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 21 of 32 languages

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Макс Пехштейн 1881–1955

Испанец Born in Цвиккау Кубизм, Сюрреализм Wikipedia, 21 of 32 languages

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Вильмош Аба-Новак 1894–1941

Венгр Born in Будапешт Современное венгерское искусство Wikipedia, 18 of 32 languages

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Надежда Петрович 1873–1915

Сербка Born in Чачак Экспрессионизм и фовизм Wikipedia, 27 of 32 languages

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Отто Мюллер 1874–1930

Born in Любавка Wikipedia, 19 of 32 languages

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Констант Пермеке 1886–1952

Бельгиец Born in Антверпен Фламандский экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 16 of 32 languages

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Жюль Паскин 1885–1930

Българин Born in Видин Школа Париж, Експресионизм Wikipedia, 18 of 32 languages

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Кристиан Рольфс 1849–1938

Германия Born in Грос-Ниэндорф Экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 15 of 32 languages

His prints stand as enduring symbols of German Expressionism’s aesthetic principles—capturing the essence of inner turmoil and conveying profound emotional truths. ## Historical Significance Christian Rohlfs's contribution to German Expressionism transcends mere stylistic innovation; it embodies a courageous assertion of individual subjectivity in response to societal pressures.

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Wilhelm Lehmbruck 1881–1919

German Born in Duisburg Expressionism

Artistic Synthesis: The seamless blending of Rodin's expressive influence with a distinctly German Expressionist sensibility.

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Осип Цадкин 1888–1967

Русско-французский Born in Витебск Кубизм, Модернизм Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages

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Клиффорд Стилл 1904–1980

Американский Born in Гранд-Исланд Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 12 of 32 languages

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Рихард Герстль 1883–1908

Австриец Born in Вена Экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 15 of 32 languages

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Ричард Дибенкорн 1922–1993

Американский Born in Портленд Лирическая абстракция Wikipedia, 9 of 32 languages

His family’s relocation to San Francisco when he was just two years old proved pivotal, immersing him in the vibrant cultural landscape of California and shaping his artistic sensibility with its light, atmosphere, and sense of place. Richard Diebenkorn’s passing in 1993 marked the end of a remarkable career, but his artistic vision continues to illuminate the landscape of American art.

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Джон Марин 1870–1953

Born in Ратерфорд Wikipedia, 16 of 32 languages

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Чарльз Генри Симс 1873–1928

British Born in Истлём Outsider art, Impressionism

Simultaneously, he pursued studies at the Académie Julian in Paris during 1891-2, under Benjamin Constant and Jules Lefebre—influences that would profoundly impact his stylistic development. Initially drawn to the works of Orchardson and Bastien-Lepage, Sims’ artistic explorations soon broadened horizons, embracing the stylistic innovations of Italian quattrocento painting and Puvis de Chavannes. Institutions like the Tate Gallery, the British Museum, and English Heritage hold examples of his work, ensuring his story—and his art—remains accessible to future generations.

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Яннис Царухис 1910–1989

Грек Born in Пирей Сюрреализм

«Вход в загородный дом» (1928): Эта акварель служит примером способности Цартойхиса сливать фантазию с тщательной наблюдательностью. «Этюд к "Маю"» (1973): Картина демонстрирует влияние Моранди и мастерское использование техники импасто, передавая одновременно красоту и меланхолию.

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Аарон Сиккинд 1903–1991

Американский Born in Нью-Йорк Абстрактный экспрессионизм

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Ганс Гофман 1880–1966

Born in Вайсенбург Wikipedia, 14 of 32 languages

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Arthur Segal 1875–1944

Romanian Born in Iași ['Expressionism', 'Dadaism']

A subsequent period in Paris and Italy allowed him to immerse himself in the vibrant artistic scene of the time, encountering the innovations of Post-Impressionism and early Modernism. The influence of German Expressionism is particularly evident in his woodcuts, many of which tackled themes of war and social injustice with a stark and uncompromising realism.

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Альбин Эггер-Линц 1868–1926

Born in Штрибах Wikipedia, 13 of 32 languages

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Адольф Готлиб 1903–1974

Американский Born in Нью-Йорк Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 12 of 32 languages

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Jean-Paul Riopelle 1923–2002

Canadian Born in Montreal Lyrical Abstraction Wikipedia, 14 of 32 languages

Refus Global: He signed the influential Refus global manifesto in 1948, rejecting clericalism and provincialism within Quebec's artistic community. Move to Paris (1947): His relocation to Paris proved transformative, leading to his first solo exhibition at Galerie La Dragonne in 1949. Riopelle was the first Canadian painter since James Wilson Morrice to achieve widespread international recognition.

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Gabriele Münter 1877–1962

German Born in Berlin Expressionism Wikipedia, 18 of 32 languages

Born in Berlin in 1877 into an upper-middle-class family, Münter navigated a world that presented significant obstacles for women pursuing artistic careers. Yet, supported by her family’s belief in her talent, she embarked on a journey of self-discovery and artistic innovation that would place her at the heart of some of the most groundbreaking movements in modern art. Münter's artistic education began with private tutoring, followed by formal studies at the Düsseldorf studio of Ernst Bosch and later at the Damenschule (Women’s School) in Munich.

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Юо Ёнгкук 1916–2002

Южнокорейский Born in Ульчин Абстрактное искусство

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Wojciech Weiss 1875–1950

Polish Born in Leorda Expressionism Wikipedia, 11 of 32 languages

Weiss's distinctive style is characterized by intense emotion conveyed through muted color palettes and dynamic brushstrokes—a hallmark of Expressionism. His canvases capture psychological states with remarkable sensitivity, reflecting the anxieties and uncertainties of his time. Furthermore, he engaged with Symbolist artists such as Edvard Munch and Gustav Klimt, incorporating evocative imagery and psychological depth into his compositions.

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Эд Рейнхардт 1913–1967

Американский Born in Буффало Абстракционизм, Минимализм Wikipedia, 12 of 32 languages

These works, created between 1954 and 1967, are not simply devoid of color; they are intensely layered with subtle variations in tone, texture, and reflectivity. Despite the criticism, Reinhardt maintained that his black paintings represented the ultimate expression of abstract art—a distillation of form and color to its purest essence. He taught at numerous institutions—Brooklyn College, California School of Fine Arts, University of Wyoming, Yale University, and Hunter College—imparting his rigorous intellectual approach to aspiring artists.

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Карл Блоссфельдт 1865–1932

немец Born in Шледе Немецкий экспрессионизм

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Max Kurzweil 1867–1916

Austrian Born in Bzenec Vienna Secession Wikipedia, 13 of 32 languages

Born amidst the evocative landscapes of Bisenz, Bohemia, Maximilian Franz Viktor Zdenko Marie Kurzweil carried the romantic sensibilities of his youth into the heart of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. This internal struggle reached its devastating conclusion in 1916, when he ended his life alongside his student and lover, Helene Heger.

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Bernard Buffet 1928–1999

French Born in Paris Expressionism

By the late 1950s, shifting artistic tides toward total abstraction and criticisms regarding his prolific output and lavish lifestyle led to a period of professional alienation. Nevertheless, Buffet’s dedication to his craft never wavered.

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Heinrich Campendonk 1889–1957

German/Dutch Born in Krefeld Der Blaue Reiter Wikipedia, 13 of 32 languages

The Blaue Reiter’s emphasis on symbolism, spirituality, and the connection between art and nature profoundly impacted Campendonk's work, leading him to incorporate elements of folklore, mythology, and dream imagery into his compositions.

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Марк Тоби 1890–1976

Американский Born in Сентрвилл Абстрактный экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 14 of 32 languages

Thompson introduced Tobey to the tenets of the Baháʼí Faith, a religion emphasizing the unity of all religions and humanity’s spiritual evolution. There, he encountered Teng Kuei, a Chinese painter who initiated him into the art of Eastern penmanship – a revelation that would become central to his artistic identity. His work was exhibited widely in Europe and the United States, earning him numerous awards and accolades.

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John Bellany 1942–2013

Scottish Expressionism; Surrealism

Born in 1942 amidst the salt-sprayed fishing traditions of Port Seton, near Edinburgh, John Bellany CBE, RA emerged as one of Scotland’s most profound and evocative visual storytellers. A pivotal moment in his development occurred during his travels to Europe, where the monumental war triptychs of Otto Dix in Dresden left an indelible mark on his psyche. His election to the Royal Academy in 1973 served as a formal recognition of his mastery and his role in shaping the trajectory of modern Scottish painting.

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Ян Слейтерс 1881–1957

Голландец Born in Хертогенбос Экспрессионизм, Люминизм Wikipedia, 8 of 32 languages

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Wilhelm Morgner 1891–1917

German Born in Soest Expressionism Wikipedia, 11 of 32 languages

The trajectory of Morgner’s meteoric rise was violently interrupted by the onset of World War I.

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Пол Дженкинс 1923–2012

Американец Born in Канзас-Сити Абстрактный экспрессионизм

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Керри Джеймс Маршалл род. 1955

Американец Born in Бирмингем Неоэкспрессионизм Wikipedia, 8 of 32 languages

Chalk Up Another One: мощная работа 1992 года, воспевающая жизнь чернокожих и одновременно бросающая прямой вызов расовым стереотипам. Scout (Girl): неоэкспрессионистский портрет, использующий яркие цвета и графическую глубину для передачи сути юности и самоидентификации.

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Густав Де Смет 1877–1943

Бельгиец Born in Гент Фламандский экспрессионизм Wikipedia, 10 of 32 languages

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Armand Schonberger 1885–1974

French Cubism

As a founding member of the Hetek painting group, he stood at the forefront of a generation that sought to redefine Hungarian and European art through a lens of radical modernity.

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Werner Peiner 1897–1984

German Born in Dusseldorf New Objectivity & Realism

His landscapes—particularly “ Early Morning in the Eifel Mountains ”—capture the serene beauty of the Rhineland region with remarkable precision and tonal subtlety.

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Mary Ascher 1900–1988

British Biblical scenes, female figures

Her use of light and shadow was particularly masterful, imbuing her figures with a sense of depth and psychological complexity. Beyond the technical aspects, Ascher’s process involved a deep engagement with the source material. She challenged the traditional role of religious art, moving beyond mere illustration to create works that explored the psychological and emotional dimensions of faith.

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Frits Van Den Berghe 1883–1939

Belgian Born in Ghent Expressionism, Surrealism Wikipedia, 10 of 32 languages

In the 1930s, Van den Berghe’s work underwent a significant transformation, embracing a more overtly surrealist style. Frits Van den Berghe died in Ghent in 1939, leaving behind a rich and complex body of work that continues to captivate viewers with its haunting beauty and psychological depth. Initially, he benefited from the rigorous training provided by Jean Delvin at the Royal Academy, grounding him in classical techniques and compositional principles.

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Ernst Barlach 1870–1938

Initially, Barlach worked in an Art Nouveau style, creating illustrations for the magazine Jugend and ceramic sculptures. A pivotal trip to Russia in 1906 profoundly influenced his artistic direction, exposing him to new perspectives and a more expressive aesthetic.

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Этель Аднан 1925–2021

Американец Born in Бейрут ['Ассамбляж', 'Поп-арт', 'Нео-дада'] Wikipedia, 17 of 32 languages

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Лайнд Уорд 1905–1985

Американский Born in Чикаго Деревенская гравюра, графический роман

Ward's artistic breakthrough arrived in 1929 with God’s Man, a daring experiment that irrevocably altered the landscape of American literature and art. This wasn’t merely an aesthetic choice; it represented a fundamental rethinking of storytelling itself—a deliberate rejection of conventional prose in favor of visual language that prioritized emotional impact and symbolic depth. Notably, Ward's fascination with Frans Masereel’s The Sun, a groundbreaking wordless novel that utilized woodcuts to convey complex themes—particularly the struggle for spiritual enlightenment—served as a catalyst for his own artistic explorations.

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Мстислав Добужинский 1875–1957

Русско-литовский Born in Новгород Экспрессионизм, Пейзажи городов

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Heinrich Nauen 1880–1940

German Born in Krefeld Expressionism Wikipedia, 10 of 32 languages

Unlike many artists who sought grand urban centers, Nauen found his creative haven in the Rhineland, a region steeped in folklore, rural beauty, and a deep connection to the land – influences that would irrevocably shape his distinctive style. Nauen’s formal training began at the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf in 1898, where he honed his skills under the tutelage of established masters. Unlike some Expressionists who embraced bold abstraction or violent imagery, Nauen maintained a commitment to realism, albeit one filtered through the lens of personal experience.