FAQ About The Influence of Abstract Expressionism on Modern Art Practices
Can Abstract Expressionism be linked to cultural or political influences?
Abstract Expressionism is linked to cultural and political influences of its time, particularly the aftermath of World War II and the tensions of the Cold War. Artists sought to express feelings of anxiety, freedom, and existential concern. The movement was also supported by the American government during the Cold War as a promotion of cultural freedom and individuality against Soviet ideology.
