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Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

NEO-EXPRESSIONIST STYLE

A resurgence of interest in Expressionism, Pop art, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism and other movements gained steam among artists of the 1970s and ’80s, in part as a reaction to the austerity of the prevailing minimalism and Conceptual art of the era. A decadent, bold and brash art style called Neo-Expressionism saw painters returning to figural representation, creating highly textured works that were imbued with intensely personal narratives.

Neo-Expressionist paintings are sensuous in nature and highly subjective in meaning. Expressive brushwork, highly pigmented colors and layered forms and materials lent sculptural attributes to the work and were used to depict symbolic narratives from history, mythology and the artist’s personal experience. 

Prominent figures such as Jean-Michel Basquiat led the Neo-Expressionist movement in the United States with paintings and prints that were raw, emotional and often violent in nature. In Germany, Die Neuen Wilden (the “New Fauves”) was the name given to a group of postwar artists that included the likes of sculptor Georg Baselitz and Gerhard Richter, a painter and photographer who explored the possibilities of both abstraction and realism, sometimes in a single piece. The work of the New Fauves — labeled as such for its return to Fauvism’s textured brushwork and use of vibrant colors — shares commonalities with Neo-Expressionism, and Baselitz was a pioneer of the movement in Europe. In addition, Willem de Kooning’s pulsating action paintings and Julian Schnabel’s experimentation with the materiality of paintings also took shape during this period.

“I was trying to make paintings different from the paintings that I saw a lot of at the time, which were mostly minimal, and they were highbrow and alienating, and I wanted to make very direct paintings that most people would feel the emotion behind when they saw them,” said Basquiat. 

Neo-Expressionism generated some polarizing opinions, with some celebrating the revival of personal subjectivity in art while others criticizing the movement for being too commercially driven and nostalgic. But most experts agree that Neo-Expressionism was a huge commercial success and culturally impactful, paving the way for the postmodern work of artists like Richter and Sigmar Polke

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Style: Neo-Expressionist
"Alma Negra". Contemporary, Figurative, expresionism, impresionism, nude
Located in MADRID, ES
"Alma Negra". Contemporary, Realism, figurative, expresionism, impresionism, human figure, nude
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Dominique PERY, Marianne, Oil on canvas 1987
Located in Saint Amans des cots, FR
Oil on canvas by Dominique PERY, France, 1987. Nude named "Marianne". 73x60 cm - 28.75x23.6 in. 20F Format. Signed "D.Péry" lower right (see photo). Countersigned twice and dated 198...
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1980s Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

CAT AND GIRL
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Original painting by Daria Kusto. Acrylic on canvas. The magic flow reality... It is sent rolled in a tube, safe and express shipping to the whole world.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Acrylic, Permanent Marker

"Hacia la inmensidad". Contemporary, figurative, expresionism, impresionism
Located in MADRID, ES
"Dancer". Contemporary, Realism, figurative, expresionism, impresionism, human figure, nude
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Ophelia". Contemporary, Realism, figurative, expresionism, impresionism, nude
Located in MADRID, ES
"Ophelia". Contemporary, Realism, figurative, expresionism, impresionism, nude
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Duality, mysterious androgynous figure earth tone, yellow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oil on Canvas
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Contemporary Figurative Expressionism Warm Earth Tones Female Figures Painting
Located in ALCOY/ALCOI, ES
Title: «Osadas en el Edén» Collection: Muses Description: Acrylic on canvas, figurative, red, pink, gestural, modern Being daring in the comfort zone, without fear of facing challenges or dangers... when rules and borders dissolve, freedom is the only law that governs our movements... we must destroy the shackles that grip a woman's will, take risks without any fear, and crush the mutilating taboos... the reward is immediate. This artwork celebrates and empowers women to break free from societal norms and restrictions, take risks, and embrace their freedom. It encourages women to be bold and daring, and to reject any taboos or constraints that might hold them back. The artwork or collection is likely to be visually striking and powerful, and may feature images of women breaking free from bondage or engaging in daring and courageous acts. The message of the artwork is one of empowerment and liberation, encouraging women to embrace their strength and independence. Victoria Tsemka...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Au pied levé
Located in Miami, FL
Jean Sanglar was born in France in 1926. He draws with taste and talent from an early age, however, his family will only consider this a mere hobby. After studying law, he later took...
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Late 20th Century Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Mixed Media

HAPPY TOGETHER
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Original art by Daria Kusto. Ink, acrylic on wotercolor paper. The magic flow reality... Shipped well protected, unframed
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Permanent Marker

Beach Volley
Located in Miami, FL
Jean Sanglar was born in France in 1926. He draws with taste and talent from an early age, however, his family will only consider this a mere hobby. After studying law, he later took...
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Late 20th Century Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Mixed Media

Queen of Hearts female nude large red heart big valentine love erotic
Located in Brooklyn, NY
oil on canvas on heavy stretcher framing recommended but not necessary
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Early 2000s Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Snake Charmer warm sunny greens colorful mythic music theme female nude
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An early work by the artist one of his early female themes. It is signed and dated bottom left and is on heavy duty stretcher bars that do not need framing
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1980s Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

"Alba di un nuovo giorno" by Enzio Wenk, 2020-2022 - Acrylic Paint and Marker
Located in Bresso, IT
Translated title: "Dawn of a new day" Acrylic paint and marker on high-quality cotton paper, which is handmade in Italy. This is part of an album. It's been drawn in one go, with n...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Nude Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic, Permanent Marker

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Noah
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