Who is the most famous Neo-expressionist kunstenaar?

Jean Michel Basquiat (#1) is first in this ranking, followed by Anselm Kiefer (#2) and Cy Twombly (#3).

Which five Neo-expressionist artiesten should everyone know?

Jean Michel Basquiat (#1), Anselm Kiefer (#2), Cy Twombly (#3), Julian Schnabel (#4) en Georg Baselitz (#5).

Which techniques define Neo-expressionist art?

“De techniek van Kiefer kenmerkt zich door een intense, dikke impasto-laag.” — from our biography of Anselm Kiefer (#2).

Who are the most famous living Neo-expressionist artiesten?

The highest-ranked living artiesten in this list are Anselm Kiefer (#2), Julian Schnabel (#4), Chris Ofili (#7), Richard John Spare (#8) en Rainer Fetting (#9).

Which women Neo-expressionist artiesten are the most famous?

1 women are in this ranking: Jennifer Bartlett (#13).

When were most Neo-expressionist artiesten born?

Most artiesten in this list were born in the 1940s (3 of 13), between 1913 and 1968 overall.

Where are the great works of Neo-expressionist art today?

The museums holding the most key works of this list are Guggenheim Museum Bilbao (2), Albertina Klosterneuburg (1) en Kunsthaus Zürich (1).

Which country produced the most Neo-expressionist artiesten?

Verenigde Staten: 3 of the 13 artiesten in this list were born there, then Duitsland (3) en United Kingdom (2).

Who was the earliest Neo-expressionist kunstenaar?

The earliest-born kunstenaar in this list is Philip Guston (#6), born in 1913.

How many works by these artiesten does the encyclopedia record?

The encyclopedia records 545 works by these artiesten.

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Famous Neo-expressionist Kunstenaars: Ranked List of 13

Jean Michel Basquiat (1960–1988) is the most famous Neo-expressionist kunstenaar in this list; notable works include Untitled - Schedel, (Broad Collection, LA) en Untitled (ernok). Ranks 2 to 5: Anselm Kiefer, Cy Twombly, Julian Schnabel en Georg Baselitz. The list records 13 artiesten born between 1913 (Philip Guston) and 1968 (Chris Ofili) in 5 countries.

WikiOO.org encyclopedia editors28 oktober 2026

Method. Scope: artists whose works the encyclopedia records under Neo-expressionist. Ranking: the encyclopedia's fame ranking of artists. Artists born after 1955 without a Wikidata identifier are excluded pending verification. Wikipedia: number of the encyclopedia's 32 languages with an article on the artist.

1Jean Michel Basquiat
2Anselm Kiefer
3Cy Twombly

Summary

Neo-expressionist: summary

13Kunstenaars
1913–1968Geboortejaren
5Landen van geboorte
1Vrouwen
5Levende kunstenaars
545Werken in onze catalogus

Steden met de meeste geboorten: Park Slope (1), Donaueschingen (1), Lexington (1), Brooklyn (1)
Musea met de meeste sleutelwerken: Guggenheim Museum Bilbao (2), Albertina Klosterneuburg (1), Kunsthaus Zürich (1), Smithsonian American Art Museum (1)
De vrouwen in deze lijst: Jennifer Bartlett

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Ranked entries: 13 Neo-expressionist Kunstenaars

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Jean Michel Basquiat 1960–1988

Amerikaans Born: Park Slope Neo-Expressionisme Wikipedia: 29/32 languages

Paintings like Piscine versus the Best Hotels (or various loin) exemplify his ability to juxtapose seemingly disparate elements—luxury and deprivation, beauty and decay—creating a powerful commentary on social inequalities. In the years since his death, Basquiat’s reputation has only grown.

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Anselm Kiefer geboren in 1945

Duits Born: Donaueschingen Neo-expressionisme Wikipedia: 23/32 languages

Anselm Kiefer staat te boek als een van de meest diepzinnige en kenmerkende stemmen binnen het Neo-expressionisme, een artistieke stroming die aan het eind van de jaren zeventig en het begin van de jaren tachtig opkwam als een krachtige reactie op de soberheid van het minimalisme en de conceptuele kunst. Geboren in 1945 in Donaueschingen, Duitsland, is het bestaan van Kiefer onlosmakelijk verbonden met de nasleep van de Tweede Werelwt.

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Cy Twombly 1928–2011

Amerikaans Born: Lexington Abstract Expressionisme Wikipedia: 21/32 languages

Vroege studies onder Pierre Daura aan Washington and Lee University werden gevolgd door invloedrijke ervaringen op het Arts Students League of New York en Black Mountain College, waar hij in contact kwam met belangrijke figuren zoals Robert Rauschenberg, John Cage en Merce Cunningham.

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Julian Schnabel geboren in 1951

Amerikaans Born: Brooklyn Neo-expressionisme

His academic pursuits culminated in a BFA from the University of Houston, where he honed his skills in painting and sculpture, laying the groundwork for his subsequent explorations into diverse mediums. His works are now housed in prominent museums globally—including MoMA, Tate Modern, and The Broad Art Foundation—solidifying his position as one of the most significant figures in contemporary art.

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Georg Baselitz 1938–2026

Duits Born: Deutschbaselitz Neo-expressionisme Wikipedia: 26/32 languages

Geboren als Hans-Georg Bruno Kern op 23 januari 1938 in het kleine Duitse dorpje Deutschbaselitz, was de kunstenaar die de wereld zou leren kennen als Georg Baselitz een kind van diepgaande transitie en ontwrichting.

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Philip Guston 1913–1980

Canadees-Amerikaans Born: Montréal ['Abstract Expressionisme', 'Neo-Expressionisme'] Wikipedia: 15/32 languages

Philip Guston, geboren als Phillip Goldstein in Montreal en overleden in Woodstock, New York, was een kunstenaar van ongekende complexiteit en invloed. Guston’s jeugd werd getekend door een diepe tragedie: de zelfdoding van zijn vader in 1923. Al vroeg toonde hij aanleg voor kunst, eerst door het nadoen van stripfiguren uit kranten, later onder de begeleiding van Frederick John de St.

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Chris Ofili geboren in 1968

British Born: Manchester Punk art Wikipedia: 10/32 languages

His recognition as a member of the Young British Artists group brought him to the forefront of a generation that redefined contemporary painting.

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Richard John Spare geboren in 1951

Born: London

While highly respected for his printmaking skills, Spare began focusing on his own artistic endeavors in the late 1980s. His dedication to traditional printmaking techniques and his commitment to quality have helped preserve this valuable art form.

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Rainer Fetting geboren in 1949

Duits Born: Wilhelmshaven Neo-expressionisme Wikipedia: 6/32 languages

Rainer Fetting, geboren in 1949 in Wilhelmshaven, Duitsland, is een spilfiguur in de heropleving van de figuratieve schilderkunst tijdens de late 20e eeuw. Toen hij begin jaren 70 naar Berlijn verhuisde, schreef Fetting zich in aan de Hochschule der Künste (Academie voor Schone Kunsten), waar hij studeerde onder professor Hans Jaenisch.

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Richard Spare

British Printmaking, Oil painting

His formative years at Maidstone College of Art from 1971 to 1974 laid the groundwork for a career deeply rooted in traditional techniques yet remarkably attuned to contemporary artistic currents. Throughout this period, Spare remained a frequent exhibitor at prestigious venues like the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition—a testament to his consistent artistic quality and enduring appeal.

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Anthony Sims

American Neo-expressionism, Glitch art

What sets Sims apart is not just his artistic vision but also his technical background.

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Thiago Boecan

Brazilian ['Neo-Figurative Art', 'Abstract Art']

This process often involves a captivating interplay of vibrant reds and browns, as seen in works like ‘ Color Study C-1 ’, where color itself becomes a vehicle for exploring internal tensions.

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Jennifer Bartlett 1941–2022

American Born: Long Beach Conceptual Art & Neo-Expressionism Wikipedia: 4/32 languages

Born Jennifer Losch in 1941 in the coastal environs of Long Beach, California, her early life was steeped in a unique duality of influences.

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Notable works

Notable Neo-expressionist works

Untitled - Schedel, (Broad Collection, LA)

Jean Michel Basquiat

1981
Böhmen liegt am Meer (Bohemia Lies by the Sea)

Anselm Kiefer

1996
Cold Stream

Cy Twombly

1966
Ornamental Despair

Julian Schnabel
Der hirte

Georg Baselitz
To Fellini

Philip Guston

1958
The Holy Virgin Mary

Chris Ofili

1996 · MoMA - Museum of Modern Art, New York City
Puffin Pair

Richard John Spare

2010

Chronology

Chronology of notable works

Statistics

Geboorteland
Verenigde Staten	3
Duitsland	3
United Kingdom	2
Verenigde Staten en Gebouwen	1
Canada	1

Geboorte decennium
1910s	1
1920s	1
1930s	1
1940s	3
1950s	2
1960s	2

Musea met hun belangrijkste werken
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao	2
Albertina Klosterneuburg	1
Kunsthaus Zürich	1
Smithsonian American Art Museum	1
Arts Council Collection	1
MoMA - Museum of Modern Art	1
Dortmunder U	1
Leeds Art Gallery	1

Index

List of 13 Neo-expressionist artiesten

1Jean Michel BasquiatAmerikaans · 1960–1988
2Anselm KieferDuits · geboren in 1945
3Cy TwomblyAmerikaans · 1928–2011
4Julian SchnabelAmerikaans · geboren in 1951
5Georg BaselitzDuits · 1938–2026
6Philip GustonCanadees-Amerikaans · 1913–1980
7Chris OfiliBritish · geboren in 1968
8Richard John Sparegeboren in 1951
9Rainer FettingDuits · geboren in 1949
10Richard SpareBritish ·
11Anthony SimsAmerican ·
12Thiago BoecanBrazilian ·
13Jennifer BartlettAmerican · 1941–2022

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Who is the most famous Neo-expressionist kunstenaar?
Jean Michel Basquiat (#1) is first in this ranking, followed by Anselm Kiefer (#2) and Cy Twombly (#3).
Which five Neo-expressionist artiesten should everyone know?
Jean Michel Basquiat (#1), Anselm Kiefer (#2), Cy Twombly (#3), Julian Schnabel (#4) en Georg Baselitz (#5).
Which techniques define Neo-expressionist art?
“De techniek van Kiefer kenmerkt zich door een intense, dikke impasto-laag.” — from our biography of Anselm Kiefer (#2).
Who are the most famous living Neo-expressionist artiesten?
The highest-ranked living artiesten in this list are Anselm Kiefer (#2), Julian Schnabel (#4), Chris Ofili (#7), Richard John Spare (#8) en Rainer Fetting (#9).
Which women Neo-expressionist artiesten are the most famous?
1 women are in this ranking: Jennifer Bartlett (#13).
When were most Neo-expressionist artiesten born?
Most artiesten in this list were born in the 1940s (3 of 13), between 1913 and 1968 overall.
Where are the great works of Neo-expressionist art today?
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Guggenheim Museum Bilbao (2), Albertina Klosterneuburg (1) en Kunsthaus Zürich (1).
Which country produced the most Neo-expressionist artiesten?
Verenigde Staten: 3 of the 13 artiesten in this list were born there, then Duitsland (3) en United Kingdom (2).
Who was the earliest Neo-expressionist kunstenaar?
The earliest-born kunstenaar in this list is Philip Guston (#6), born in 1913.
How many works by these artiesten does the encyclopedia record?
The encyclopedia records 545 works by these artiesten.