Lena Krasner
American abstract expressionist painter (1908–1984)
1908 — 1984
Quick Facts
Profession
American abstract expressionist painter (1908–1984)
Born
October 27, 1908
Died
1984 (age ~76)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
artist, illustrator, painter
United StatesBorn in BrooklynDied in New York City
1908
Born in Brooklyn (1908-10-27)
1980
AwardWomen's Caucus for Art Lifetime Achievement Award
1984
Died in New York City
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Lenore "Lee" Krasner was an American painter and visual artist active primarily in New York whose work has been associated with the Abstract Expressionist movement.
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Who is Lena Krasner?+
Lenore "Lee" Krasner was an American painter and visual artist active primarily in New York whose work has been associated with the Abstract Expressionist movement.
What does the name Lena mean?+
The name Lena means "female given name (Λένα)". It is of German origin.
When was Lena Krasner born?+
Lena Krasner was born on October 27, 1908.
When did Lena Krasner die?+
Lena Krasner died in 1984, at approximately 76 years of age.
Name Meaning
female given name (Λένα)
The name Lena is of German origin, meaning "female given name (Λένα)". It is traditionally a female name.
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Lena — October 27, 1908
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
1 Cauac
Storm — catalyst, energy, self-generation
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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Guestbook
Stood in front of your work for twenty minutes. Lost track of time.
— a museum visitor
Tried to copy your style once. Impossible. It's all yours.
— an art student
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