Markus Lüpertz

Markus Lüpertz, born on April 25, 1941, in Czechoslovakia, is a painter, sculptor, and poet recognized as one of the leading figures in contemporary German art. He began his art career in 1961 as an independent artist in Düsseldorf and founded the Grossgörschen Gallery in 1964. In 1970, he won the Villa Romana Prize, which gave him the opportunity to spend a year in Florence. In 1986, he began working as a professor at the Düsseldorf Art Academy and served as its rector until 2009. ​ Lüpertz's art is known for its "dithyrambic painting" style, which blends abstract expressionism and figurative elements. His works are inspired by mythology, history, and cultural imagery, and they invite viewers to deep contemplation. In addition to his paintings, the artist also attracts attention with his sculptures and poems. Since 2003, he has been publishing the art and literature magazine "Frau und Hund." ​ Lüpertz's works are included in the collections of prestigious institutions such as the Centre Georges Pompidou (Paris), the Museum of Modern Art (New York), and Tate Modern (London). In 2015, a major retrospective exhibition was held at the Musée d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris.