Robert Motherwell: One of the Founders of Abstract Expressionism

Few artists were as intrinsically connected to Abstract Expressionism as Robert Motherwell (1915-1991). Unlike Mark Rothko and Jackson Pollock, whose stars burned brightly but briefly, Motherwell remained prolific throughout his 50-year career. He was a searching artist whose output, though determinedly abstract, was also hugely varied.

Motherwell set up the Dedalus Foundation in 1981 ‘to support public understanding and appreciation of the principles of modern art’ — through scholarships, publications, exhibitions, research projects and more. Since his death, it has also been devoted to his artistic legacy.

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[cejamieson]

I could share this video a million times with friends. It was pieced together so well. Bravo!

[uberglamazon]

When u get in front of a really great Motherwell the force that comes off the canvas is intense. Not every picture, but some of them just resonate energy, strength, and power.

[jacekpokrak]

For centuries, art has fascinated people. The sensitivity of the audience resulted from being stimulated by cultural events, social changes, wars, etc.

This is how new directions in art emerged. Today's world needs something else, and that's why Compmaturism.

The works of the Compmaturists relate to today's human needs; they are emotional, devoid of routine and calculation.

They are filled with art juice.That is why I love COMPMATURISM

[ForkinCatholicism]

When I see his paintings I think of the tale of The Emperor's New Clothes. How so many seemingly otherwise intelligent people can be taken in by such bull sh*it is astonishing.

[Drbob]

Looks like a clone attack by the Azov Batallion

[tradcatholic]

OMG who ever convinced these people they could paint? Babies can do that ....oh, are they the ones who invented the word. ..."EVOKES'. 🤣😂🤣😂