Albert Oehlen

Name: Albert Oehlen
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(2016) The paintings of Albert Oehlen live by audacious strategies, by questioning the image and the rules of abstraction, and by an openness and beauty often reached through the unlikeliest of means. In this expansive monograph, we meet the full range of Oehlen’s artistic thoughts and approaches: paintings that integrate mirrors, paintings that are executed strictly in primary colors or only in gray, heavily pixelated paintings produced with the help of one of the first personal computers. We find collaged fragments of garish poster ads on canvases that transforming screaming slogans into abstract elements, charcoal drawings the size of a wall, finger paintings, and paintings in which black treelike silhouettes contort themselves into a lexicon of abstract forms. Throughout, Oehlen transforms the conceptual into the compositional, at once invigorating and challenging the viewer. Revising and updating TASCHEN’s previous Collector’s Edition, this revelatory survey explores Oehlen’s trajectory from his early days up to the present. It features more than 400 paintings as well as insightful commentaries and interviews, covering Oehlen’s different work stages and approaches. Roberto Ohrt’s essay takes us back to the special vibe of the early 1980s where Oehlen worked alongside Kippenberger, Buttner, and others, part of a scene that painted quickly and close to the pulse of time. Oehlen discusses his computer paintings with John Corbett, and follows up on his more recent work, his thoughts on art, and his day in the studio in a lengthy conversation with Alexander Klar. Together with a collection of shorter texts and statements, this brings us close to the ideas of an artist who has been dubbed “the most resourceful abstract painter alive.”

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Albert Oehlen

Albert Oehlen Book Description

Albert Oehlen is an engaging English monograph available at Kalimat Bookstore Online. This 2016 edition reveals the painter’s bold strategies, his challenges to image and abstraction, and the unexpected beauty that emerges from daring experiments. Readers will explore Oehlen’s full range of ideas, from mirror‑laden canvases to works limited to primary colors or stark gray tones.

Throughout the book, Oehlen’s work transforms the conceptual into the visual, inviting the audience to feel both invigorated and challenged. The revised TASCHEN Collector’s Edition updates earlier publications and follows the artist’s journey from his early days to his current practice, offering a comprehensive look at his evolution.

Key Features of Albert Oehlen

More than 400 paintings fill these pages, accompanied by insightful commentaries and interviews. The book showcases pixelated pieces created with one of the first personal computers, collaged poster fragments turned into abstract forms, and massive charcoal drawings that command whole walls.

Roberto Ohrt’s essay transports readers back to the vibrant early 1980s, when Oehlen worked alongside Kippenberger, Buttner, and others. Meanwhile, conversations with John Corbett and Alexander Klar reveal the artist’s thoughts on computer painting, recent projects, and daily studio life.

Why Read This Book?

Fans of contemporary art will appreciate the depth of analysis and the variety of visual material. The book uncovers Oehlen’s resourceful approach, earning him the reputation as “the most resourceful abstract painter alive.” Moreover, the blend of essays, interviews, and short statements provides a rounded view of his philosophy.

Readers can gain a clear understanding of how Oehlen turns slogans into abstract elements and how black, tree‑like silhouettes become a new visual language. Therefore, the book serves both as a scholarly reference and an inspiring visual journey.

About This Book

Albert Oehlen offers a thorough survey of the artist’s trajectory, making it a valuable addition to any art lover’s collection. For more details, visit the Goodreads page. Discover more English titles in our store through the English Books link.