The style of art represented by Abraham Rattner’s Crucifixion would be Abstract Expressionism. Abstract Expressionism is a term that grew out of the German Expressionist movement. It was also in some ways a reaction against the social realism that had found mainstream popularity, but also a logical continuation of both Surrealism and Cubism. Rattner’s artwork appears to be somewhat of a puzzle. When looking at this artwork, I have to search for familiar images, and if found, I question why Rattner would put such image in this artwork. There is a constant overlap and blend together so that I view the artwork as a whole and not as segments.
Rattner’s height in popularity began in the 1940’s. It was during this time period that he began using
Rattner’s height in popularity began in the 1940’s. It was during this time period that he began using