David Zwirner – Selected Works: Rose Wylie at Zentrum Paul Klee

Rose Wylie, born on October 14, 1934, is currently 89 years old.

Celebrated for her exuberant, large-scale canvases that pulse with playful energy, Rose Wylie has established herself as one of Britain’s most distinctive contemporary painters. Her work, often described as refreshingly unfiltered, draws inspiration from everyday life, pop culture, and personal memories, resulting in art that gleefully subverts traditional expectations of technique and subject matter.

Far from following artistic conventions, Wylie’s paintings are marked by freehand scrawls, joyful repetition, and boldly simplified forms. Her approach invites the viewer to embrace imperfection, championing a sense of authenticity and immediacy. Winning critical acclaim late in life, Wylie stands as living proof that artistic innovation knows no age limit. Her infectious curiosity and refusal to conform have turned her into both a role model and a vital force in the contemporary art world, reminding us that it’s never too late to make an indelible mark with your unique creative voice.

Please watch this video: https://www.davidzwirner.com/exhibitions/2025/rose-wylie-selected-museum-works?tkn=C0rFicZ5aj&state=open&utm_source=DZSS&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=RWYLIEDZOSHOW2025_GIF&lid=1pq1cwe3tku2

Later,

Diane