Late modernism

What is late modernism?

Late Modernism refers to the continuation and evolution of Modernist principles in art, architecture, and literature from the mid-20th century into the late 20th century. This movement maintains a focus on form, abstraction, and the rejection of traditional styles, but it often incorporates more complexity and ambiguity compared to early Modernism. Late Modernism explores themes such as alienation, identity, and the fragmentation of reality, reflecting the social and cultural shifts of the post-war period. It is seen in the works of architects like Louis Kahn and artists like Francis Bacon, who pushed the boundaries of Modernism while responding to the changing world around them.
N’importe qui peut avoir une idée

Ben Vautier

N’importe qui peut avoir une idée, c. 1980

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

Currently Not Available

Senza titolo

Mario Merz

Senza titolo, 1991

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

EUR 1,600

Alter Ego

Michelangelo Pistoletto

Alter Ego, 1984

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

EUR 1,050

Commedia D’arte V

Joan Miró

Commedia D’arte V, 1979

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 15,000 - 20,000

Black (Noir)

Ellsworth Kelly

Black (Noir), 1964-65

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 20,000 - 25,000

Black with White

Ellsworth Kelly

Black with White, 1964-65

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 22,500

Red Rain

Alberto Biasi

Red Rain, 2022

Sculpture / Object

Mixed Media

EUR 3,000

Rilievo ottico cinetico

Alberto Biasi

Rilievo ottico cinetico, 1972

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

EUR 1,900

Jahresteller

Gunther Uecker

Jahresteller, 1975

Sculpture / Object

Glass

EUR 1,620

Happiness

Robert Rauschenberg

Happiness, 1994

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 3,700

Blue Green Black Red

Ellsworth Kelly

Blue Green Black Red, 1971

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

Currently Not Available

Colored Paper Image XIX

Ellsworth Kelly

Colored Paper Image XIX, 1976

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

USD 22,900

Attika 3

Victor Vasarely

Attika 3, 1990

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

USD 1,250

Andy Warhol

Private Listing

Limited Edition Print

Man Ray II.148

Andy Warhol

Man Ray II.148, 1974

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

USD 18,900

Electric Chair II.78

Andy Warhol

Electric Chair II.78, 1971

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

USD 21,000

Shock Art

Shock Art is an art movement that uses disturbing images, scents, or sounds to provoke a strong, often shocked, reaction from viewers. It is often regarded as a form of social commentary, with critics and supporters debating whether its impact is positive or negative. Shock Art frequently employs taboo, obscene, or outrageous elements to challenge societal norms and provoke critical thought.

Porcelain

Porcelain is a hard, durable material made from clay, primarily composed of the mineral kaolinite. It is fired at high temperatures, resulting in a fine, white, and often translucent finish. Porcelain is used to create art objects and a wide range of household items such as dishes and bowls. Porcelain items are especially popular for painting with special glazes due to their smooth surface and ability to hold intricate designs.

Capitalist Realism

Capitalist Realism is a German form of political pop art that emerged in Cold War-era Berlin in 1963. It sought to challenge the dominance of American pop art in the Western world. The movement blended the ideologies of both pop art and socialist realism, offering a critique of consumer culture and political power.

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