Albers

American

[al-berz, ahl-, ahl-bers] / ˈæl bərz, ˈɑl-, ˈɑl bɛrs /

noun

Josef, 1888–1976, U.S. painter, born in Germany.

Albers British

/ ˈælbəz /

noun

Josef. 1888–1976, US painter, designer, and poet, born in Germany. His works include a series of abstract paintings entitled Homage to the Square

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“Duets” by Josef Albers is a study on paired compositions that are in dialogue: in form, in color and in texture.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Szarkowski’s “jaw dropped. Of course he knew the work of André Kertész,” Ms. Albers writes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

The late German-born American artist Josef Albers put colour at the centre of his work and has inspired generations of artists.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2024

The shrewd design’s geometric patterning reverberates against the trailblazing Bauhaus tapestries of Anni Albers, as much as those of Gutiérrez’s Oaxacan ancestors, for a work that travels through time and space.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 29, 2024

Albers grew red but did not dare insult such a fine-looking fellow who seemed so hearty and friendly.

From The Fortune Hunter by Phillips, David Graham

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