Martin Kippenberger was a German artist known for being incredibly prolific in his work. He's famous for his wide range of styles and media, as well as the provocative persona he portrayed himself to the public.
Kippenberger refused to adhere to a specific style or medium. As a result, he left behind an eclectic body of work that includes sculptures, paintings, prints, photographs, and installations.
Alcohol torture, can of Schlösser Alt beer, plastic wrapper
It appears that Kippenberger thought he was working in a time when painting became obsolete, and his work reflects his struggles with this idea.
At the turn of the millennium, many people felt there was nothing new or objective to do in art, especially in painting.
While Kippenberger's fame has increased steadily since his death, his market has grown in several separate phases. This can be seen in the different types of art he produced over time.
The prices for art at auction are usually high and rare. Phillips de Pury is one of the most famous auction houses, and in 2005, an artwork from 1990 by Martin Kippenberger sold for $2,094,898).