Postmodernism

What is Postmodernism?

Postmodernism is an art movement that emerged as a reaction against authority and traditional boundaries, seeking to blur the lines between art and everyday life. It aimed to bridge the gap between the cultural elite and the general public by embracing eclectic mixtures of earlier conventions and styles. Postmodernist art often challenges established norms and celebrates diversity, irony, and pastiche, making it a movement that reflects the complexities of contemporary culture.
Back Horse

Leonard Freed

Back Horse, 1974

Photography

Archival Print

USD 3,680

Mykonos Athletes

Leonard Freed

Mykonos Athletes, 1975

Photography

Archival Print

USD 3,090

Louisiana Prison

Leonard Freed

Louisiana Prison, 1963

Photography

Archival Print

USD 11,900

Mod. 4

Juliao Sarmento

Mod. 4, 1993

Photography

Photograph

Currently Not Available

Las Estampas de la Cometa 5

Hans Hartung

Las Estampas de la Cometa 5, 1971

Limited Edition Print

Etching

EUR 1,550

Las Estampas de la Cometa 4

Hans Hartung

Las Estampas de la Cometa 4, 1971

Limited Edition Print

Etching

EUR 1,550

Las Estampas de la Cometa 1

Hans Hartung

Las Estampas de la Cometa 1, 1971

Limited Edition Print

Etching

EUR 1,550

Reichstag Mappe II, Südfassade

Javacheff Christo

Reichstag Mappe II, Südfassade, 1995

Photography

Photograph

EUR 4,800

Museum Würth Wrapped Stairs

Javacheff Christo

Museum Würth Wrapped Stairs, 1995

Limited Edition Print

Photograph

EUR 6,900

Museum Würth Wrapped Chairs

Javacheff Christo

Museum Würth Wrapped Chairs, 1995

Limited Edition Print

Photograph

EUR 6,900

Wrapped Walk Ways

Javacheff Christo

Wrapped Walk Ways, 1978

Limited Edition Print

Photograph

EUR 5,900

Umbrellas Jinba Blue

Javacheff Christo

Umbrellas Jinba Blue

Limited Edition Print

Photograph

EUR 6,900

The Gates Rondell

Javacheff Christo

The Gates Rondell, 2005

Photography

Photograph

EUR 19,000

Running Fence, California

Javacheff Christo

Running Fence, California, 1976

Photography

Screen-print

EUR 3,900

Reichstag/Berlin II Wrapped

Javacheff Christo

Reichstag/Berlin II Wrapped, 1995

Limited Edition Print

Photograph

EUR 12,000

Reichstag/Berlin I Wrapped

Javacheff Christo

Reichstag/Berlin I Wrapped, 1995

Limited Edition Print

Photograph

EUR 18,000

Installation

Installation art is a three-dimensional artistic genre that involves site-specific works designed to alter the viewer's perception of space. These works are typically created for interior spaces, such as museums and galleries, but can also be found in private and public locations. Installation art can be temporary or permanent, depending on its purpose and setting.

Charcoal

Charcoal is made from charred wood and is used in both initial sketches and finished drawings. It can be easily smudged or erased, making it versatile for corrections. To make charcoal drawings permanent, a fixative like resin or gum is required. It’s especially useful for sketching first ideas on walls or canvas.

Spatialism

Spatialism is an art movement that originated in Italy in 1947, founded by Lucio Fontana with the intention of synthesizing sound, color, movement, and space into a new form of art. The movement's central ideas were outlined in Fontana's first manifesto, published in 1947, where he introduced the concept of spatial art to capture the spirit of the post-war era. His ideas were further developed in five subsequent manifestos. Although Fontana's ideas were sometimes considered vague, his influence was significant, as he was one of the first European artists to emphasize art as a performance and gesture.

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