Thistle
Lithography on Paper
42x22in
United States
Donald Baechler, a prominent figure in 1980s Neo-expressionism, was a painter and sculptor forged in the fires of Manhattan and Stephentown, brimming with eclectic American spirit. He wielded his brush and chisel to craft works that juxtaposed childlike simplicity with sophisticated construction, weaving nostalgia into contemporary forms. Baechler's art resonates with a playful optimism, evoking a sense of wonder and uninhibited joy.