Markus Lup̈ertz

Published in 1995 by Edition Braus, this monograph serves as a comprehensive overview of the work of Markus Lüpertz, one of Germany's most prominent and provocative contemporary artists. Emerging as a leading figure in the Neo-Expressionist movement of the 1980s, Lüpertz became known for his aggressive brushwork and interest in classical mythology, which sought to bridge the gap between traditional history painting and modern abstraction. The book functions as both a record of his evolving aesthetic and a testament to his status in the European art world during the mid-nineties.

The volume was curated to reflect the intensity of Lüpertz’s practice, focusing on his signature dithyrambic style—a term he coined to describe his expressive, rhythmic approach to form and color. By assembling a range of his paintings and sculptures, the publisher aimed to capture the artist’s deliberate attempt to grapple with the legacy of German history and art traditions. Upon its release, the publication was well-regarded among art historians and scholars for providing a coherent look at an artist whose work is often noted for its paradoxical blend of grandeur and deliberate distortion.