In the beginnings of his artistic career, Peter Keil's style was influenced by German Expressionism. In the paintings from his early Berlin years, he mainly focused on typical big city settings and characters on the fringes of society. However, his style changed visibly at the beginning of the 60s when he lived in Paris for a while and emerged in the city's nightlife.
Keil increasingly parted with his realistic approach and developed a new, much more spontaneous and dynamic painting style which he developed further during his years in London and finally during his time as one of the "Berliner Neue Wilden" at the beginning of the 80s. Since then, the use of intensive to lurid colors and the absence of realistic representation have become characteristic of his painting style.
In Keil's paintings, the color is applied with quick brushstrokes and occasionally with impasto techniques and the images are additionally abstracted by the use of graffiti elements. He prefers to paint human figures, portraits, big city scenes, landscapes and still-life images of flowers. His emotional way of painting is mainly driven by a desire for freedom from social constraints and conventions. In the past 50 years, Keil has created numerous large- and small-scale paintings in oil and mixed media on canvas but also some sculptures in wood and steel and a great number of majolicas.
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Painting by Peter Keil, Midcentury Art, 1964, Framed, Paper, Signed, Modern Art
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil New Frame with Linen Matting, C 1975, Signed on Paper
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, Green Color, Acrylic on Hard Board, C 1988, Modern Art
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, Modern Art, Acrylic on Board, Orange/Red, Signed, C 1975
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin where they settled. This is where Peter Robert Keil grew up in the working-class neighborhood of Berlin-Wedding and where he discovered his interest in painting – particularly in expressionistic artists and in Pablo Picasso's work. From 1954 on, the East Berlin...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, Mid-Century Modern Art, Painted in Paris, On Paper, 1967
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, Mid-Century Modern Art, Painted in Paris, 1959, On Paper
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, C 1959, Framed Face with Fashion Lady in the Back Ground
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil Mid-Century Modern Art, Black & White Art, Signed, C 1964
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War during the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, Modern Art, Acrylic on Board, Pink, C 1975, No Frame
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin where they settled. This is where Peter Robert Keil grew up in the working-class neighborhood of Berlin-Wedding and where he discovered his interest in painting – particularly in expressionistic artists and in Pablo Picasso's work. From 1954 on, the East Berlin...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, Large Acrylic on Paper, C 1976, Framed in Silver Frame
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, C 1959, The Lion Face", Acrylic on Paper, Framed, C 1959
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, Pink and Orange Painted on Board, C 1972, Modern Art
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin where they settled. This is where Peter Robert Keil grew up in the working-class neighborhood of Berlin-Wedding and where he discovered his interest in painting – particularly in expressionistic artists and in Pablo Picasso's work. From 1954 on, the East Berlin...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, "The Lady", Painted in Paris, Black & White, C 1972
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, Modern, Acrylic on Board, Modern Art, Signed, 1984
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin where they settled. This is where Peter Robert Keil grew up in the working-class neighborhood of Berlin-Wedding and where he discovered his interest in painting – particularly in expressionistic artists and in Pablo Picasso's work. From 1954 on, the East Berlin...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, Modern Art, Acrylic on Board, Pink & Orange, C 1975
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin where they settled. This is where Peter Robert Keil grew up in the working-class neighborhood of Berlin-Wedding and where he discovered his interest in painting – particularly in expressionistic artists and in Pablo Picasso's work. From 1954 on, the East Berlin...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil, C 1979, Wood Frame Black & White, On Board, Modern Art
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin where they settled. This is where Peter Robert Keil grew up in the working-class neighborhood of Berlin-Wedding and where he discovered his interest in painting – particularly in expressionistic artists and in Pablo Picasso's work. From 1954 on, the East Berlin...
Acrylic
Painting by Peter Keil "the Lady" Black & White, C 1987, Acrylic, New Wood Frame
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Painting by Peter Keil, circa 1987. Acrylic on Paper, matted and framed with a black and gold wood frame. The art work is called "The Lady". Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist ...
Acrylic
Peter Keil Monumental Expressionist Floral Still Life
By Peter Keil
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Peter Keil Monumental Expressionist Floral Still Life Oil on Canvas, Signed "P. Keil" Lower Center Dimensions: 29.5 in. H × 39.5 in. W × 1.75 in. D This vibrant original oil on can...
Canvas
Abstract Geometric Oil Painting, 1959, Signed, Ornate Gold Frame
By Cy Twombly, Robert Rauschenberg, Franz Kline
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Boldly impassioned and masterfully composed, this 1959 abstract oil painting by M. Gargiulo (signature and date intact) offers a rich interplay of geometry and painterly expression. ...
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Vintage Peter Keil Original Painting Abstract Portrait
By Peter Keil
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Vintage original painting by artist Peter Keil, featuring an abstract portrait on board in a green frame. The painting is signed by the artist, making it a unique one-of-a-kind piece...
Acrylic
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Oil Painting on Wood, Signed, 1976-77
By Daniel Clesse
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-blue, red vintage Mid-Century Modern French abstract oil on wood painting of a color field, painted by Daniel Clesse in good condition. Signed on the lower right. Wear consist...
Wood
Antique Framed Impressionist Oil Painting on Board
Located in Houston, TX
Antique framed impressionist oil painting on board. Lovely artist signed antique framed impressionist oil painting on board. This beauty d...
Masonite
Sold|$675
H 31.25 in W 49.25 in D 1.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Landscape Painting in Black, Orange, Yellow, 1960s
By Franz Kline, Robert Rauschenberg, Cy Twombly
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Energized by elemental force and abstract drama, this mid-century modern composition by “Rutten” unfolds as a striking eruption of color and form. Brilliant bursts of incendiary oran...
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Mid-Century Modern Surreal Homestead Painting, Signed Oil on Canvas
By Robert Rauschenberg, Franz Kline, Cy Twombly, Frank Walcutt
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Nestled between dream and memory, this compelling “Homestead” painting by Frank Walcutt invites a serene journey into surreal modernist landscape. Crafted in the 1970s, the work unfo...
Canvas, Wood, Paint
$850
H 37.5 in W 49.5 in D 3 in
"Swallows Five" Mid-Century Modern Abstract Painting by Monte, circa 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large and impressive 1950s abstract oil painting by Monte This really is a magnificent abstract painting. It's large size will make this the centerpiece of most interiors. Beau...
Canvas
Peter Keil Paintings, Unframed, Set of Three
By Peter Keil
Located in Bradenton, FL
Peter Keil Abstract Paintings, Unframed, Set of Three. Keil is known for his vibrant and emotive abstract paintings, often featuring human figures. HIs style is characterized by bold...
Paint
Mid-Century Modern Signed Painting of a Menorah
Located in Redding, CT
Mid-Century Modern Painting of a Menorah. Signed illegibly lower right corner. Nice earth tones to warm up your home. Inscription on rear side of artwork. Unfortunately missing half ...
Canvas, Paint
French Surrealist Oil Painting Signed Jamotte, 1964
Located in Houston, TX
Fantastic French surrealist oil painting on canvas, signed Jamotte, 1964, Riquewihr, France (A famous artist colony in the Alsace region). This Frenc...
Canvas, Paint
$3,800
H 28 in W 40 in D 2 in
Signed Acrylic Painting By Harvey Parks 1984 Custom Framed Pinks, Grays, Black
By Parks (Artist)
Located in North Miami, FL
This theatrical fantastic vintage acrylic horizontal painting by the noted Harvey Parks is in a beautiful new custom frame. It could be a scene at an oper...
Wood, Paint
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H 27.5 in W 19.5 in D 0.25 in
Painting by Peter Keil, Acrylic On Grey Paper, Germany, Signed, C 1970, No Frame
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin where they settled. This is where Peter Robert Keil grew up in the working-class neighborhood of Berlin-Wedding and where he discovered his interest in painting – particularly in expressionistic artists and in Pablo Picasso's work. From 1954 on, the East Berlin-based painter Otto Nagel...
Acrylic
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H 20 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Painting by Peter Keil, Acrylic on Board, Red, Blue and Green, Signed, C 1984
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin where they settled. This is where Peter Robert Keil grew up in the working-class neighborhood of Berlin-Wedding and where he discovered his interest in painting – particularly in expressionistic artists and in Pablo Picasso's work. From 1954 on, the East Berlin...
Acrylic
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H 20 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Painting by Peter Keil, C 1984, Modern Style, Acrylic on Board, Signed, Purple
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin where they settled. This is where Peter Robert Keil grew up in the working-class neighborhood of Berlin-Wedding and where he discovered his interest in painting – particularly in expressionistic artists and in Pablo Picasso's work. From 1954 on, the East Berlin...
Acrylic
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H 26 in W 22.5 in D 1.25 in
Painting by Peter Keil Painted in Palma, Spain, C 1959, Acrylic on News Paper
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
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H 31 in W 29.5 in D 1.5 in
Painting by Peter Keil, Acrylic on News Paper, Painted in Palma, C 1959, Spain
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
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H 32 in W 32 in D 0.5 in
Painting by Peter Keil, "the Lady", Fall Colors, Acrylic, Modern, C 1987, Framed
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
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H 36 in W 26 in D 2.25 in
Painting by Peter Keil, New Silver Wood Frame with Linen Mating, 1962, Acrylic
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
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H 32 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
Painting by Peter Keil, Mid-Century Modern Art, Painted in Paris, C 1975, Modern
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
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H 32 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
Painting by Peter Keil, Midcentury Art, C 1975, Modern Art, Painted in Paris
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also an artistically talented woman, took her son and struggled her way to West Berlin where they settled. This is where Peter Robert Keil grew up in the working-class neighborhood of Berlin-Wedding and where he discovered his interest in painting – particularly in expressionistic artists and in Pablo Picasso's work. From 1954 on, the East Berlin...
Acrylic
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H 26.5 in W 26.5 in D 0.75 in
Painting by Peter Keil, Mid-Century Modern Art, Painted in Paris on Paper, 1972
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
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H 25.5 in W 22 in D 1 in
Painting by Peter Keil, Midcentury Art, "Fashion Show", Acrylic on Paper, C 1959
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic
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H 33 in W 14 in D 1 in
Painting by Peter Keil, Mid-Century Modern Art, 1959, "Fashion Show", Framed
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic