Hans Hofmann Biography

Hans Hofmann biography

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NAME: Hans Hofmann
OCCUPATION: Educator, Painter
BIRTH DATE: March 21, 1880
DEATH DATE: February 17, 1966
PLACE OF BIRTH: Weissenberg, Germany
PLACE OF DEATH: New York, New York

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German painter Hans Hofmann was an influential 20th century art teacher whose work paved the way for Abstract Expressionism.

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Born in Weissenberg, Germany, on March 21, 1880, painter Hans Hofmann is regarded today one of the most influential art teachers of the 20th century. His work, which paved the way for Abstract Expressionism, includes the famous painting "Spring" (1940). Hofmann died on February 17, 1966, in New York City.