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Untitled

Name Class Date

thomas riesner, Untitled (2019). Reproduced for reference; rights reserved by the rights holder.

The facts

Artist
thomas riesner wikioo.org/en/artists/thomas-riesner/
Artist’s dates
1971 – ?
Painted
2019
Original size
20 x 25 cm
Movement
Art Brut

In context

Untitled — thomas riesner

How big is it?

The original measures 20 × 25 cm (height × width), drawn here beside an adult of average height.

When was this painted?

  1. 1970
  2. 1980
  3. 1990
  4. 2000
  5. 2010

Shaded: the lifetime of thomas riesner (1971–?) ▲ this work, 2019

Compare with

Pick one work above: name two things it shares with this one, and one thing that's different.

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Colours

Measured from the image

    Main colour

    Phthalo Green #2a151e

    Catalogued palette

    • #2A151E
    • #F7F5F2
    • #BD968D
    • #BE251E
    Palette
    Neutrals The dominant colour family in the image.
    Main colour name
    Phthalo Green
    Intensity
    Balanced How saturated and varied the colours are, from a single toned-down hue to many bright ones.
    Contrast
    Statement How much the colours differ in lightness and saturation across the picture.
    Harmony
    Balanced Harmony How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
    Brightness
    Brilliant How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
    Saturation
    Balanced Soft How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

    Artist and museum

    Artist

    thomas riesner

    Born in Leipzig, Germany

    early life and the genesis of artistic expression

    thomas riesner, born in 1971 in leipzig, germany, embarked on his artistic journey in the early 1990s. this period marked the beginning of an intensive engagement with painting, which would eventually become the cornerstone of his oeuvre.

    artistic genre and medium diversification

    thomas riesner's work is intrinsically linked to the art brut genre, characterized by its raw, unbridled expression. his creative palette extends beyond painting, incorporating drawing, etching, and other mediums. this versatility not only showcases his technical dexterity but also underscores his innate desire for experimentation.

    notable artworks and their significance

    powerlessness:1 (41 x 30 cm, art brut, indian ink) - a poignant example of riesner's ability to evoke powerful emotions through minimalist compositions.

    transitoriness (41 x 30 cm, art brut, indian ink) - this piece encapsulates the ephemeral nature of human experience, a theme prevalent in riesner's body of work.

    untitled (20 x 25 cm, art brut, indian ink) - demonstrates riesner's propensity for exploring the abstract, often resulting in deeply introspective pieces.

    museum collections and online platforms

    while thomas riesner's work is not exclusively housed in a single museum, his art can be found on various online platforms. for enthusiasts and collectors, AllPaintingsStore's collection of thomas riesner's artworks serves as an invaluable resource, offering a comprehensive overview of his artistic trajectory.

    conclusion

    thomas riesner's oeuvre, characterized by its unflinching honesty and creative experimentation, solidifies his position within the art brut movement. as we continue to navigate the complexities of human emotion through art, riesner's work stands as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of creativity.

    visit thomas riesner's powerlessness:1 to delve deeper into his art brut expression.

    explore the thomas riesner gallery on AllPaintingsStore for an extensive collection of his artworks.

    discover more about thomas riesner's artistic world and the art brut movement through these resources: the museum collection hugo fischer (bühl, germany) thomas riesner | AllPaintingsStore

    Where to read more

    Find this online

    QR code linking to the download page for Untitled

    wikioo.org/en/art/download/thomas-riesner-untitled-D2P36K-en/

    Cite this artwork

    MLA
    riesner, thomas. Untitled. 2019, https://wikioo.org/en/art/thomas-riesner-untitled-D2P36K-en/
    APA
    riesner, thomas (2019). Untitled [Painting]. https://wikioo.org/en/art/thomas-riesner-untitled-D2P36K-en/
    Chicago
    thomas riesner. Untitled. 2019. https://wikioo.org/en/art/thomas-riesner-untitled-D2P36K-en/
    Harvard
    riesner, thomas (2019) Untitled. Available at: https://wikioo.org/en/art/thomas-riesner-untitled-D2P36K-en/

    Look closely

    Untitled — thomas riesner

    Look closely

    Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.

    1. What catches your eye first, and why?
    2. Which colours or shapes create the mood — and what is that mood?
    3. Look back at Fear 2 15×21cm Ink ×paper 2022 (2022), earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.
    4. thomas riesner was about 48 when this was made. What in it looks like the work of an artist at that stage?
    5. What might the artist have wanted you to feel?

    Your response

    Write a short paragraph about this artwork. Use the facts from the earlier parts of this guide, and your answers above.