Fred
Thieler
Fred Thieler was a key figure in the Art Informel movement, known for his expressive abstract works that explore colour and form. If you’re looking for original Fred Thieler prints and editions for sale or would like to sell, request a complimentary valuation and browse our network's most in-demand works.
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Biography
Fred Thieler emerged as one of the forefigure of Art Informel in Germany, a movement that sought to break away from traditional artistic conventions in the aftermath of World War II. His early life in Königsberg, marked by the Nazi regime and his Jewish heritage, profoundly shaped his artistic development. Thieler turned to painting as a means of expression, finding solace and purpose in his vibrant exploration of colour and form.
Thieler studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Munich, where he embraced a more expressive, abstract approach. His involvement with the artist group Zen 49 in the 1950s further demonstrated his commitment to non-figurative art, allowing him to experiment with gestural techniques. This journey led him to develop a distinctive style that combined impasto techniques with a dynamic interplay of colours.
Throughout his career, Thieler's work evolved, reflecting broader trends in Contemporary Art while retaining a distinct visual language. He participated in numerous exhibitions internationally.
Thieler's career is marked by significant milestones that reflect his innovative practice. His works often feature bold, impasto applications of paint, capturing spontaneity and emotion. A notable series from the 1960s showcases large canvases characterised by a vivid palette and dynamic compositions, resonating with the principles of Art Informel.
His participation in major exhibitions, including the documenta in Kassel. Thieler's work has been displayed in galleries and explored in various art publications, contributing to the discourse surrounding Post-War German art.
In addition to painting, Thieler was involved in printmaking. His prints capture dynamic movement and depth through layered textures and bold contrasts. His 1962 lithograph Kompositionen exemplifies this approach, featuring an abstract interplay of black and blue tones that creates a sense of turbulence and fluidity, inviting viewers to engage with its immersive quality.
In 1999 Thieler died, leaving behind a legacy defined his abstracted, expressive approach to colour and form.