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Julian Schnabel Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Julian Schnabel our visitors look at most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Julian Schnabel · born 1951

Julian Schnabel: The Student of Prague

1983 · Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York

Experience the raw emotion of Julian Schnabel's Neo-Expressionist masterpiece, The Student of Prague, with its fractured texture and earthy tones; discover this powerful piece today.

View the most popular artwork of Julian Schnabel ranked #1: The Student of Prague
Art Movement
Neo-Expressionism
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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Popularity
No. 1 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Fakires by Julian Schnabel

1993 · Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Bilbao · original 305 x 244 cm

Experience Julian Schnabel’s monumental Neo-Expressionist painting, Fakires, a visceral exploration of sacrifice and spiritual intensity through a vibrant heart motif rendered in rich reds and pinks – discover or own this captivating artwork.

View the most popular artwork of Julian Schnabel ranked #2: Fakires
Art Movement
Neo-Expressionism
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 2 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Harold

Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art, İstanbul · original 170 x 201 cm

Vibrant red splatters and bold black streaks define this dynamic Neo-Expressionist masterpiece by Julian Schnabel, offering a powerful sensory experience for collectors looking to elevate their space with contemporary art.

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Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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No. 3 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Anh, Julian Schnabel

1988 · Städel Museum, Frankfurt · original 281.9 x 304.8cm
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Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 4 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Ithaca by Julian Schnabel, 1983

1983 · original 274 x 366 cm
View the most popular artwork of Julian Schnabel ranked #5: Ithaca
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 5 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Julian Schnabel: Painting for Malik Joyeux and Bernardo Bertolucci

2006
View the most popular artwork of Julian Schnabel ranked #6: Painting for Malik Joyeux and Bernardo Bertolucci
Art Movement
Neo Expressionism
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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Popularity
No. 6 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Shakespeare

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Color Palette
Dark
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No. 7 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Untitled (2015)

2015 · Städel Museum, Frankfurt · original 304.8 x 457.2cm
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Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
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No. 8 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Painting for Malik Joyeux and Bernardo Bertolucci (2006) by Julian Schnabel

2006

Explore Julian Schnabel’s iconic ‘Plate Paintings.’ A groundbreaking Neo-Expressionist artist known for his layered works & film achievements. Acquire a unique piece.

View the most popular artwork of Julian Schnabel ranked #9: Painting for Malik Joyeux and Bernardo Bertolucci
Art Movement
Neo-Expressionism
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 9 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Julian Schnabel: Untitled (Surfer)

2008

Julian Schnabel’s "Untitled (Surfer)" captures raw ocean power in a dramatic black & white photo. Explore the wave's texture, composition, and the artist’s photographic realism.

View the most popular artwork of Julian Schnabel ranked #10: Untitled (Surfer)
Art Movement
Neo-Expressionism
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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No. 10 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Adieu, Julian Schnabel

1996 · original 244 x 244 cm

A bold red letter A dominates this textured Neo-Expressionist masterpiece by Julian Schnabel, offering a powerful sense of raw emotion that invites you to bring this iconic contemporary vision into your private collection.

View the most popular artwork of Julian Schnabel ranked #11: Adieu
Art Movement
Neo-Expressionism
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 11 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Painting for Malik Joyeux and Bernardo Bertolucci by Julian Schnabel, 2006

2006
View the most popular artwork of Julian Schnabel ranked #12: Painting for Malik Joyeux and Bernardo Bertolucci
Art Movement
Neo Expressionism
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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Popularity
No. 12 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Untitled

original 206 x 175 cm
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Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 13 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Portrait of God (from the Mutant Kings series)

1981 · original 274 x 366 cm
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Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 14 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Adieu (1996) by Julian Schnabel

1996 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C.
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Color Palette
Neutrals
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No. 15 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Painting for Malik Joyeux and Bernardo Bertolucci by Julian Schnabel, 2006

2006
View the most popular artwork of Julian Schnabel ranked #16: Painting for Malik Joyeux and Bernardo Bertolucci
Art Movement
Neo Expressionism
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 16 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Painting for Malik Joyeux and Bernardo Bertolucci (2006) by Julian Schnabel

2006

Julian Schnabel’s "Painting for Malik Joyeux & Bernardo Bertolucci" captures a surfer’s dynamic moment in black & white. Neo-Expressionist realism, explore athleticism & nature's harmony.

View the most popular artwork of Julian Schnabel ranked #17: Painting for Malik Joyeux and Bernardo Bertolucci
Art Movement
Neo-Expressionism
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 17 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Untitled (Surfer) (2008) by Julian Schnabel

2008

Julian Schnabel’s "Untitled (Surfer)" captures a dynamic wave & surfer in striking black & white. A documentary-style photo showcasing movement, texture, and the raw power of nature. #art #photography

View the most popular artwork of Julian Schnabel ranked #18: Untitled (Surfer)
Art Movement
Neo-Expressionism
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Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 18 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Jane Birkin #3 (Vito) (1990) by Julian Schnabel

1990 · Städel Museum, Frankfurt · original 326.4 x 629.9cm
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Neutrals
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No. 19 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Untitled (Surfer) by Julian Schnabel, 2008

2008
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Art Movement
Neo Expressionism
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Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 20 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Untitled (Surfer), 2008, Julian Schnabel

2008
View the most popular artwork of Julian Schnabel ranked #21: Untitled (Surfer)
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Neo Expressionism
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Neutrals
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No. 21 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Basic Boating by Julian Schnabel, 2015

2015

Julian Schnabel’s ‘Basic Boating’ – a haunting nude figure & surreal purple stain in a sailboat. Neo-Expressionist photography, explore this captivating 2015 artwork.

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Neo-Expressionism
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No. 22 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Painting for Malik Joyeux and Bernardo Bertolucci (V) (2006) by Julian Schnabel

2006 · original 610 x 457 cm
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Neo Expressionism
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Neutrals
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No. 23 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Julian Schnabel, Untitled (1988)

1988 · Dallas Museum of Art, Dallas
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Pastels
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No. 24 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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Ornamental Despair – Julian Schnabel

original 229 x 244 cm
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No. 25 of 30 artworks by Julian Schnabel
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The artist

Julian Schnabel

born 1951

Portrait of Julian Schnabel
Quick facts
  • Topics exploredtexture
  • Works on APS30
  • Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
  • Room fitliving room
  • Museums on APSSolomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Städel Museum, Dallas Museum of Art, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
  • Typical colorsneutrals, earthy
  • Movementsneo-expressionism, neo expressionism
  • NationalityUnited States of America
Biography

A Life Forged in Texture: The World of Julian Schnabel

Julian Schnabel emerged from the vibrant, often chaotic New York art scene of the 1980s as a force of nature, challenging conventions and redefining the possibilities of painting. Born in Brooklyn in 1951, his early life took an unexpected turn when his family relocated to Brownsville, Texas, in 1965—a formative experience that instilled within him a sense of outsider status and a fascination with raw, untamed environments. This duality – the urban grit of New York versus the expansive landscapes of the Texan borderlands – would become a recurring theme throughout his artistic journey. He pursued formal training at the University of Houston, but it was his audacious application to the Whitney Museum’s Independent Study Program—delivered between two slices of bread—that truly signaled his iconoclastic spirit and willingness to disrupt established norms. This gesture wasn't mere provocation; it was a statement about breaking down barriers and presenting art outside traditional frameworks.

The Rise of Neo-Expressionism and the ‘Plate Paintings’

Schnabel’s breakthrough arrived with his groundbreaking “plate paintings.” These weren’t canvases adorned with imagery, but rather assemblages built upon shattered ceramic plates, layered with plaster, wax, and a diverse array of materials—velvet, antlers, photographs, even shards of wood. The sheer physicality of these works was revolutionary; they were not simply *seen*, but experienced as sculptural objects demanding attention through their weight, texture, and scale. Ornamental Despair, The Student of Prague, and Fakires exemplify this early period, showcasing a bold rejection of minimalist austerity in favor of maximalist expression. He wasn’t interested in pristine surfaces or intellectual detachment; he sought to convey emotion through tactile intensity and the visible evidence of creation—the cracks, fissures, and accumulated layers becoming integral to the artwork's narrative. This approach aligned him with the burgeoning Neo-Expressionist movement, a reaction against the conceptual rigor of the preceding decades, which prioritized subjective experience and emotional resonance. While his success was swift, it wasn’t without controversy; critics like Robert Hughes famously dismissed his work as bombastic and self-indulgent, comparing it unfavorably to physical displays of strength rather than artistic merit. Yet, Schnabel persevered, participating in pivotal exhibitions such as the Venice Biennale in 1980 and ‘A New Spirit in Painting’ at the Royal Academy of Arts in 1981, solidifying his position as a leading figure in the resurgence of painting.

Beyond the Canvas: A Cinematic Exploration

Schnabel's creative ambition extended beyond the confines of the art world, leading him to a remarkably successful career in filmmaking. His directorial debut, Basquiat (1996), was a poignant and visually arresting biopic of Jean-Michel Basquiat, capturing the energy and turmoil of the young artist’s life and work. This wasn't simply a biographical retelling; it was an immersive experience that conveyed the raw emotion and creative process behind Basquiat’s art. He followed this with Before Night Falls (2000), an adaptation of Reinaldo Arenas’ autobiography, which garnered critical acclaim and won the Grand Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival. However, it was The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (2007) that brought him widespread international recognition, earning him the Best Director award at Cannes, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award nomination. This film, based on the memoir of Jean-Dominique Bauby, a French journalist paralyzed by a stroke, was a masterclass in cinematic empathy, utilizing innovative visual techniques to convey the protagonist’s internal world. His films share thematic threads with his paintings—explorations of identity, mortality, and the power of artistic expression—demonstrating a consistent vision across different mediums.

Influences and Legacy: A Continuing Dialogue

While Schnabel doesn't explicitly cite specific influences, echoes of artists like Robert Rauschenberg – with his embrace of collage and found objects – and Kurt Schwitters – known for his *Merz* constructions—can be discerned in his work. Both artists challenged traditional notions of artistic materials and embraced the detritus of everyday life as sources of creative inspiration. Schnabel’s willingness to experiment with scale, texture, and unconventional surfaces has profoundly influenced a generation of artists, encouraging them to push boundaries and explore new possibilities within painting and sculpture. His works are now held in major museum collections worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, MoMA, the Whitney Museum, Tate Modern, and the Centre Pompidou—a testament to his enduring impact on contemporary art. Today, Julian Schnabel continues to work prolifically as both a painter and filmmaker, remaining a vital and provocative voice in the global art landscape. He embodies an unwavering commitment to artistic freedom and a relentless pursuit of innovation, ensuring his legacy will continue to inspire and challenge audiences for years to come.
  • Born: 1951, Brooklyn, New York City
  • Key Movement: Neo-Expressionism
  • Notable Works: Plate Paintings, Basquiat (film), The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (film)

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How popular are Julian Schnabel's artworks?

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Julian Schnabel's works can be browsed by mood on the artist's Mood Room page, which arranges the artworks by their recorded moods.

What are the birthplace and birth year of Julian Schnabel?

Julian Schnabel was born in Brooklyn in 1951.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Aug. 31, 2026
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