Biography

Rainer Fetting, born on December 31, 1949, in Wilhelmshaven, West Germany, is a prominent German painter and sculptor. He emerged as a key figure in the late 20th-century art scene as a co-founder of the Galerie am Moritzplatz in Berlin. This gallery was established by a group of young artists from the Berlin Art Academy, known collectively as the 'Moritzboys.' Fetting and his contemporaries, including artists like Salomé and Bernd Zimmer, gained international recognition as part of the 'Junge Wilde' or 'Neue Wilde' movement in the early 1980s, known for its expressive and dynamic style. Fetting's work is characterized by its vibrant use of color and bold, figurative forms. His oeuvre spans a variety of subjects, often exploring themes of identity and sexuality, with some works directly addressing his own experiences as an openly gay man. In addition to his paintings, Fetting has created numerous bronze sculptures, further showcasing his versatility as an artist. His contributions to contemporary art have made him a significant figure in the German art world, and his works are held in high regard by collectors and institutions worldwide.