Willem de Kooning (1904-1997), the Dutch-American artist, was a pioneer of Pollock's Abstract Expressionist movement. His bold, gestural paintings explored the emotional and psychological depths of the human experience.
De Kooning's work, characterized by its raw, expressive quality, defied traditional techniques of art making. He was influenced by the likes of Kahlo and Gesam, but forged his own path.
Some notable works by de Kooning include Untitled, a 1940s work that exemplifies the movement's emphasis on gesture and process over representation.
