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Hans Hofmann
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Fan account of Hans Hofmann, a German-born American painter, considered to have both preceded and influenced Abstract Expressionism.
1880-1966
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Candor https://collections.artsmia.org/art/116539/
abstract painting with dark salmon ground with two rectangles, green on the L and red on the R; blue and red splatter up R edge Han Hofmann was a major figure of Abstract Ecpressionism as well as an influential teacher and mentor to younger artists. This canvas is a classic example of Abstract Expressionist painting in which figurative or narrative representation is superseded by an inquiry into the fundamental elements of painting: form, color, and gesture. Hofmann famously created the "push and Pull Theory," in which he rejected one-point perspective as the primary method of creating the illusion of space in a two-dimensional medium. Instead, Hofmann focused on the "push and pull" of color, light, and shape, and how the tension between contrasting elements can lead to a visual experience of depth and motion. In this technique, the eye is lead around the painting rather than directed to one point. The single colored ractangles in Candor act as the principle spatial organizing tool on a loosely painted background - a signature of Hofmann's late work. The thinck impastos of the rectangles contrast with the thin wash of the background, and the solid forms of the rectangles are complimented by the scattered drips of similarly toned paint in the periphery of the image. Candor is a carefully balanced composition that explores the relationship between form and color.
November 11, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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Yellow Table on Green https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/yellow-table-on-green-1936
"Hans Hofmann's 'Yellow Table on Green' is a vibrant exploration of color and form, showcasing his signature approach to abstract expressionism. The bold contrast between the yellow table and green surroundings creates a dynamic interaction that exemplifies his technique of 'push and pull' to convey depth and movement."
November 11, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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Landscape https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/landscape-1935
Hans Hofmann's "Landscape" is an abstract explosion of vibrant color and dynamic brushstrokes, reflecting the artist's influence from both European modernism and American abstract expressionism. This piece captures the essence of Hofmann's push-pull technique, creating a vivid sense of depth and movement within the canvas.
November 11, 2025 at 8:10 AM
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Memoria in Aeternum http://www.moma.org/collection/works/79621
Gift of the artist
November 10, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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The Prey https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/the-prey-1956
"The Prey" by Hans Hofmann showcases his signature abstract expressionist style, featuring dynamic splashes and bold colors like red, black, and blue. The painting exemplifies Hofmann's emphasis on the push and pull theory, creating a vibrantly energetic composition that engages the viewer's subconscious emotions.
November 10, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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Pompeii http://www.tate.org.uk/art/artworks/hofmann-pompeii-t03256
date inscribed Purchased 1981
November 10, 2025 at 8:47 AM
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St Tropez https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/st-tropez-1928
Hans Hofmann's "St Tropez" is a dynamic ink drawing that captures the bustling energy and architecture of the coastal town through expressive lines and abstract forms. Known for his contributions to Abstract Expressionism, Hofmann skillfully blends representation and abstraction, reflecting both the vibrant landscape and his innovative style.
November 9, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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The Window https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/the-window-1950
Hans Hofmann's "The Window" is a vibrant abstract composition that showcases his signature push-pull technique, using bold colors and dynamic forms. The artwork reflects Hofmann’s fascination with spatial tension and depth, hallmarks of his influential role in the Abstract Expressionist movement.
November 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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The Lark https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/the-lark-1960
Hans Hofmann's "The Lark" presents a vibrant explosion of color and movement, characteristic of his later abstract expressionist works. The dynamic composition of bold reds, greens, and yellows, accented by gestural black strokes, reflects Hofmann’s mastery of spatial tension and the push-pull technique.
November 9, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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Abstraction in White https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/abstraction-in-white-1954
"Hans Hofmann's 'Abstraction in White' features vibrant geometric forms in bold colors interacting dynamically on a white canvas. Emphasizing Hofmann's push-pull technique, this artwork showcases his mastery of color and spatial relationships, integral to his impact on Abstract Expressionism."
November 8, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Self-Portrait https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/self-portrait-1932
This dynamic sketch by Hans Hofmann captures the artist in a fluid, expressive style, using bold, energetic lines that embody his abstract expressionist approach. The piece reflects Hofmann's emphasis on gesture and movement, contributing to the 20th century evolution of modern art.
November 8, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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Composition, No.V https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/composition-no-v-1952
"Hans Hofmann's 'Composition, No.V' is a vivid exploration of color and form, characterized by dynamic green backgrounds juxtaposed with bold splashes of red, blue, and white. Known for his influential role in developing abstract expressionism, Hofmann's work here reflects his emphasis on the push and pull of colors and the energy of layered paint."
November 8, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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[Untitled] (Lecture Drawing) (Study of a Plane in Space) https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/105061
This artwork, titled "[Untitled] (Lecture Drawing) (Study of a Plane in Space)," by Hans Hofmann illustrates abstract formations within geometric shapes, exploring spatial relationships on a plane. Hofmann, a prominent figure in Abstract Expressionism, often emphasized the dynamic interplay of form and color in his teachings and works.
November 7, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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The Vanquished https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/the-vanquished-1959
Hans Hofmann's "The Vanquished" features bold, dynamic splashes of color juxtaposed against contrasting rectangular forms, illustrating his vibrant exploration of abstract expressionism. The composition showcases his signature technique of "push and pull," creating a sense of depth and movement on the canvas.
November 7, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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Flowering Desert http://www.moma.org/collection/works/79667
Eve Clendenin Bequest
November 7, 2025 at 8:40 AM
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Above Deep Waters https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/above-deep-waters-1959
“Above Deep Waters” by Hans Hofmann is a vivid abstract expressionist piece characterized by bold blocks of color, primarily red, yellow, and blue, creating a dynamic interplay of light and form. Hofmann, known for his contribution to the New York School, utilizes his "push and pull" technique to evoke depth and movement within the composition.
November 6, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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Polynesian https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/polynesian-1950
Hans Hofmann's "Polynesian" captures abstract forms and dynamic colors that evoke the vibrant and spontaneous energy typical of the Abstract Expressionist movement. The interplay of bold shapes and hues exemplifies Hofmann's mastery of push-pull technique, creating depth and rhythm in this striking composition.
November 6, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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Lust and Delight https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/lust-and-delight-1965
"Lust and Delight" by Hans Hofmann is an abstract composition that features a dynamic interplay of vibrant colors and geometric shapes, demonstrating the artist's signature technique of push and pull. The work captures Hofmann's exploration of spatial tension and energy through the juxtaposition of bold rectangles and splashes of color.
November 6, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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Towering Spaciousness https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/1364
"Towering Spaciousness" by Hans Hofmann is an abstract composition bursting with vibrant colors and geometric forms, highlighting Hofmann's 'push and pull' technique of contrasting colors and shapes to create depth. This dynamic piece exemplifies Hofmann’s exploration of spatial relationships and color theory, which were fundamental elements of his artistic philosophy and teaching.
November 5, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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Magenta and Blue https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/magenta-and-blue-1950
"Hans Hofmann's 'Magenta and Blue' showcases his mastery of color and form, using vibrant hues and abstract shapes to create a dynamic composition. This work reflects Hofmann's belief in color as a pure expression of emotion, characteristic of his role in the Abstract Expressionist movement."
November 5, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Solstice https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/solstice-1946
"Solstice" by Hans Hofmann bursts with vibrant colors and dynamic shapes, exemplifying his abstract expressionist style. The composition juxtaposes blues, reds, and greens against a yellow background, creating a sense of energy and movement characteristic of Hofmann's work in the mid-20th century.
November 5, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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Heraldic Call https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/heraldic-call-1965
"Heraldic Call" by Hans Hofmann showcases a dynamic array of bold geometric shapes and vibrant color contrasts, embodying the artist's fascination with push-pull spatial dynamics. Known for his contribution to Abstract Expressionism, Hofmann's work exudes a sense of energy and movement through its interplay of forms and hues.
November 4, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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Aquatic Garden https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/aquatic-garden-1960
“Aquatic Garden” evokes a vibrant underwater scene through Hans Hofmann’s signature use of dynamic brushstrokes and bold color contrasts. The composition integrates organic shapes and abstract forms, reflecting Hofmann's influence on the development of Abstract Expressionism.
November 4, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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Still Life Interior https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/still-life-interior-1941
"Hans Hofmann's 'Still Life Interior' vibrantly captures the essence of a vivid and dynamic space with bold color contrasts and abstract forms. The work showcases Hofmann's influential push-pull theory, highlighting his mastery of depth and color interplay in the abstract expressionist movement."
November 4, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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Sanctum Sanctorum https://www.wikiart.org/en/hans-hofmann/sanctum-sanctorum-1962
"Hans Hofmann's 'Sanctum Sanctorum’ showcases vibrant geometric abstraction, characterized by blocks of bold colors such as red, yellow, and blue. Hofmann, a key figure in Abstract Expressionism, explores the dynamic interplay of color and form to evoke emotional depth and spatial tension."
November 3, 2025 at 7:10 PM