Friedemann Hahn

Published in 1986 by the Angela Flowers Gallery, this volume serves as a significant catalog documenting the work of German painter Friedemann Hahn. It emerged during a period of rising international interest in German Neo-Expressionism, a movement characterized by intense, emotive brushwork and a departure from the minimalism that dominated the previous decade. The publication was designed to provide a comprehensive look at Hahn’s moody, cinematic portraits and his fascination with the intersection of photography and painting, placing his work within the context of the London gallery scene that championed his European contemporaries.

The book captures the aesthetic sensibilities of the mid-1980s art market, where galleries like Angela Flowers played a pivotal role in bridging the gap between Continental European artists and the British public. The design focuses on the tactile nature of Hahn’s application of pigment, emphasizing the raw, gestural qualities that define his artistic practice. Upon its release, it was well-received by collectors and critics alike, serving as a primary reference point for understanding Hahn's transition from academic study to the bold, figurative style that garnered him acclaim in the late twentieth century.