Thomas Schutte is a German born Contemporary artist. He studied art at Kunstakademie Dusseldorf from 1973-1981 and remains there today. Schutte was awarded the Golden Lion for Best Artist in the 2005 Venice Biennial. His work is represented at the Tate Modern, MoMa and the Art Institute of Chicago.
Selbstportrat (Self-portrait), 1975
Unlike many artists, Schutte works in a wide variety of mediums such as sculpture, prints, drawing and watercolors totally resisting the art world's desire to categorize an artist. As we'll see below, his pieces often feel like familiar forms of expression, such as figurative sculpture or memorial pieces, but include some disturbing alteration (cite).
Blumen in Glas, 2012
War Memorial, 2003
Ikea House, 2003
The work I wanted to explore with you today is entitled 'United Enemies' and is displayed in Central Park in conjunction with the Public Art Fund. From what I can tell online, the piece is composed of 2 large bronze sculptures of 2 people bound by rope together. In talking about these pieces, Schutte said that the writhing figures were inspired by European politicians in 1990's and in particular the peaceful revolution in Italy.
Despite being based on a particular time, Schutte believes that in seeing the pieces 'Everybody should get something out of it, not matter what background he or she has who looks it it" (cite). I don't find this surprising as his work often explores the human condition, offering a critical perspective on social, cultural and political issues (cite).
Wanna learn more?
The Public Art Fund hosted a talk with Thomas Schutte at The New School and are kind enough to post the whole video here.
If you're in NYC, the pieces are on display through August 25, 2013 at 60th and 5th Ave.
-DBC
Fresh Art Friday posts are intended for the sole purpose of promoting excellence in the arts community. The author of these posts is honored to share interesting, innovative and high quality art with Almond Milk & Honey readers. The author in no way intends to deprive the originating artist of his or her copyright status and readers are encouraged to respect the copyright status of all works posted.
Wanna learn more?
The Public Art Fund hosted a talk with Thomas Schutte at The New School and are kind enough to post the whole video here.
If you're in NYC, the pieces are on display through August 25, 2013 at 60th and 5th Ave.
-DBC
Fresh Art Friday posts are intended for the sole purpose of promoting excellence in the arts community. The author of these posts is honored to share interesting, innovative and high quality art with Almond Milk & Honey readers. The author in no way intends to deprive the originating artist of his or her copyright status and readers are encouraged to respect the copyright status of all works posted.
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