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The Expressionist painting is a major artistic movement of the early 20th century, characterized by a desire to represent intense and subjective emotions rather than objective reality. Originating mainly in Germany around 1905, Expressionism emerged as a reaction to the social, political, and cultural upheavals of its time, notably the anxiety towards modernity and the First World War. This movement favors vivid and contrasting colors, distorted and exaggerated forms, as well as often dramatic compositions to convey deep feelings such as fear, pain, or passion.

Among the emblematic figures of Expressionist painting, there are artists like Edvard Munch, famous for his work The Scream, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, founding member of the group Die Brücke, as well as Emil Nolde and Egon Schiele. These artists explore various techniques ranging from oil painting to pastels, including engraving, relying on a style marked by spontaneity and a break with traditional aesthetic conventions.

The movement quickly spread throughout Europe and influenced parallel movements such as Fauvism in France or Cubism. Expressionism is divided mainly into two trends: Die Brücke, focused on raw emotion and revolt, and Der Blaue Reiter, more spiritual and symbolic, with artists like Wassily Kandinsky and Franz Marc. The movement has deeply influenced modern art history and continues to inspire many contemporary artists.

Expressionist painting emphasizes an exploration of the human condition, a questioning of existence, and a rejection of realism in favor of an inner, sometimes unsettling representation that invites the viewer to an intense emotional experience.

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Painting, Nubile, Charles Osaro

Nubile

Charles Osaro

Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch

$2,860

Painting, Franciscus, Damien Berrard

Franciscus

Damien Berrard

Painting - 100 x 70 x 0.2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 27.6 x 0.1 inch

$834

Painting, L'acrobate, Damien Berrard

L'acrobate

Damien Berrard

Painting - 100 x 70 x 0.2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 27.6 x 0.1 inch

$834

Painting, Liberty, Le Closier

Liberty

Le Closier

Painting - 76.2 x 76.2 x 2 cm Painting - 30 x 30 x 0.8 inch

$1,200

Painting, Les Gloutons, Kej

Les Gloutons

Kej

Painting - 61 x 46 x 5 cm Painting - 24 x 18.1 x 2 inch

$954

Painting, The Devil, Kej

The Devil

Kej

Painting - 65 x 54 x 5 cm Painting - 25.6 x 21.3 x 2 inch

$954

Painting, Rise 2, Max Yaskin

Rise 2

Max Yaskin

Painting - 150 x 75 x 1 cm Painting - 59.1 x 29.5 x 0.4 inch

$775

Painting, Mix, Max Yaskin

Mix

Max Yaskin

Painting - 90 x 155 x 1 cm Painting - 35.4 x 61 x 0.4 inch

$894

Painting, Geometry 2, Max Yaskin

Geometry 2

Max Yaskin

Painting - 90 x 150 x 1 cm Painting - 35.4 x 59.1 x 0.4 inch

$775

Painting, Le drap, Irene Mahon

Le drap

Irene Mahon

Painting - 60 x 60 x 5 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 2 inch

$620

Painting, Bolshoi, Mario Henrique

Bolshoi

Mario Henrique

Painting - 150 x 150 x 4 cm Painting - 59.1 x 59.1 x 1.6 inch

$10,610

Painting, Le Temps, Sandra Detourbet

Le Temps

Sandra Detourbet

Painting - 35 x 27.7 x 2 cm Painting - 13.8 x 10.9 x 0.8 inch

$596

Painting, Alchemy 3, Max Yaskin

Alchemy 3

Max Yaskin

Painting - 95 x 200 x 1 cm Painting - 37.4 x 78.7 x 0.4 inch

$1,884

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Painting, Orangeade, Âme Sauvage

Orangeade

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 80 x 80 x 2.4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.9 inch

$954

Painting, Rade, Philippe Pasqua

Rade

Philippe Pasqua

Painting - 330 x 220 x 10 cm Painting - 129.9 x 86.6 x 3.9 inch

$143,055

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What is Abstract Expressionism?

Abstract Expressionism is an artistic movement that emerged in the United States in the 1940s, characterized by gestural and spontaneous painting. It emphasizes the expression of emotions and abstraction, with artists such as Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko.

What is an Abstract Expressionist?

An Abstract Expressionist is an artist who favors expressing emotions through non-figurative forms and colors. This movement, which originated in the United States in the 1940s, includes artists such as Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko.

What are the two major currents of abstract expressionism ?

The two major currents of Abstract Expressionism are action painting, focused on gesture and spontaneity (e.g., Jackson Pollock), and color field painting, centered on vast areas of color (e.g., Mark Rothko).

What are the characteristics of expressionism ?
Expressionism is characterized by a subjective distortion of reality, vivid colors, and exaggerated forms to express intense emotions. This movement prioritizes the expression of personal feelings over the faithful representation of the world.