| Birth Day | April 24, 1904 |
| Birth Place | Rotterdam, Netherlands |
| Age | 116 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Mar 19, 1997 (age 92) |
| Birth Sign | Taurus |
Willem de Kooning, a renowned painter from the Netherlands, is estimated to have a net worth of $1.1 Million in 2024. Widely recognized for his unique and influential style, de Kooning has made significant contributions to the art world. His abstract expressionist works, characterized by expressive brushwork and bold colors, have captivated audiences worldwide. De Kooning's talent and artistic vision have earned him both critical acclaim and financial success throughout his career. His impressive net worth attests to the enduring value and popularity of his artistic creations.
Abstract expressionist Painter whose best-known works included "Woman I," "Attic," and "Excavation." His first solo show was in 1948 at the Charles Egan Gallery.
He worked as an assistant to the art Director at a Rotterdam department store during the 1920s. He also developed a passion for jazz after visiting the Savoy Ballroom several times in 1932 with muralist David Margolis.
His painting, "Woman III," sold for a staggering $137 million in 2006.
He was born into the working-class family of Leendert de Kooning and Cornelia Nobel; he lived with his mother following his parents' 1907 divorce. He married Elaine Marie Fried in 1943.
He and Jackson Pollock were both abstract expressionists associated with the New York School; other Painters in the school included Clyfford Still, Anne Ryan, and Adolph Gottlieb.
