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What was Helen Frankenthaler known for?
Helen Frankenthaler was known for her Abstract-expressionist art. She became well known for her 1952 painting Mountains and Sea. It was the first time she employed the soak-stain painting technique that would become a hallmark of her later work. You'll find a variety of Helen Frankenthaler art on 1stDibs.
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Helen Frankenthaler - Lush Spring Framed Print
By Helen Frankenthaler
Located in Central, HK
This print features a reproduction of Lush Spring (1975) by Helen Frankenthaler. It’s mounted and laminated for protection from dust and UV rays, and floated in a hand-stained, natur...
Category

2010s Abstract Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Helen Frankenthaler - Tutti-Frutti Framed Print
By Helen Frankenthaler
Located in Central, HK
This print features a reproduction of Tutti-Frutti (1966) by Helen Frankenthaler. It's mounted and laminated for protection from dust and UV rays, and floated in a hand-stained, natu...
Category

2010s Abstract Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Grey Fireworks
By Helen Frankenthaler
Located in Houston, TX
Helen Frankenthaler Grey Fireworks, 2000 Screenprint 28 x 46 in (71.1 x 116.8 cm) A Printer's Proof (4/9) apart from the edition of 108 Hand signed by the artist in graphite [publi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Prints

Materials

Screen

Valentine for Mr. Wonderful
By Helen Frankenthaler
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Artist: Helen Frankenthaler Title: Valentine for Mr. Wonderful Year: 1995 Medium: 7 Original color etchings, aquatint, engraving, and embossing printed from 11 copper plates and five...
Category

1990s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Engraving, Etching, Aquatint, Lithograph

The Darker Palette poster (hand signed twice and inscribed by Frankenthaler)
By Helen Frankenthaler
Located in New York, NY
Helen Frankenthaler Frankenthaler: The Darker Palette (Hand signed twice and inscribed), 1998 Offset Lithograph poster 42 × 35 in hand signed "Frankenthaler" lower left; inscribed an...
Category

1990s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Prints

Materials

Offset, Permanent Marker, Lithograph

Acrobat (detail), Limited Edition Porcelain Plate in bespoke blue box - Abstract
By Helen Frankenthaler
Located in New York, NY
This porcelain/ceramic plate makes a gorgeous gift - in a bright blue bespoke box, ready to be gifted. Any fan of Helen Frankenthaler or Abstract Expressionist art would be thrilled!...
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist More Art

Materials

Porcelain, Screen, Cardboard, Mixed Media

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