Barnett Newman
Painter

Barnett Newman Net Worth

Barnett Newman was an American abstract expressionist and color field painter who was born in New York City in 1905. He was best known for his works such as "The Stations of the Cross" and "Onement 1." His later work, "Who's Afraid of Red, Yellow and Blue?," became famous for its use of color. His net worth was estimated to be $35 million.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day January 29, 1905
Birth Place New York City, NY
Age 115 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Aquarius

💰 Net worth: $35 million (2024)

About

Abstract expressionist and color field painter whose works included "The Stations of the Cross" and "Onement 1." His later work, such as 1966's "Who's Afraid of Red, Yellow and Blue?," became famous for its use of color.

Before Fame

He attended the City College of New York, where he studied philosophy. He had his first exhibition at the Betty Parsons Gallery in 1948.

Trivia

His work appeared abstract on the surface, especially since he waited until after the public had seen such paintings as "Uriel" and "Abraham" to name them.

Family Life

His parents were Jewish immigrants who came from Poland to New York City. He was married to art teacher Annalee Newman on June 30, 1966.

Associated With

He inspired the work of artist Frank Stella.

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