Freidensreich Hundertwasser

Friedensreich Hundertwasser (1928 - 2000) was a painter, printmaker, architect and environmentalist. Known for his unique and bold vision of art and architecture, his work is distinguished by colorful, often ornamental and hypnotic biomorphic forms.
After briefly attending the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna, Hundertwasser embarked on a journey through Italy, Morocco, Tunisia and Nepal, where he found great inspiration. He drew on his travels for cultural and spiritual elements that informed his art and approach to life. His style is deeply influenced by the Vienna Secession, particularly the works of Egon Schiele and Gustav Klimt, whose decorative and ornamental principles he adopted while adding his own touch. In particular, he often incorporated circular labyrinths, organic forms and natural motifs into his creations.
Hundertwasser's art is also inspired by the surrealist movement and its concept of automatism. He developed a technique he called "transautomatism", which consisted of creating works without the conscious intervention of self-censorship, thus promoting a more spontaneous and free approach to art. This freedom of expression is reflected in his paintings, but also in his designs for postage stamps and flags.