Markus Lyuperts

Published in 2021 by Verlag der Buchhandlung Walther und Franz König, this monograph serves as a comprehensive visual survey of the work of Markus Lüpertz, one of Germany's most influential and provocative contemporary artists. Emerging from the post-war German art scene, Lüpertz became a central figure in the Neo-Expressionist movement, often challenging traditional notions of painting and sculpture through his bold, gestural style and recurring mythological motifs.

The volume captures the evolution of his career, documenting his shift from the early 'dithyrambic' paintings of the 1960s to his later, more introspective explorations of form and history. The design of the book adheres to the publisher's high standards for art literature, prioritizing clear, high-quality reproductions that allow the texture and materiality of Lüpertz's surfaces to stand at the forefront. It is regarded by critics and scholars as a essential resource for understanding how the artist navigated the complexities of German identity and the legacy of abstraction.