Anselm Kiefer is a German painter and sculptor. His works incorporate materials such as straw, ash, clay, lead, and shellac. Kiefer has developed themes of German history and the horrors of the Holocaust, in addition to spiritual concepts of Kabbalah, which is an esoteric method, discipline, and school of thought in Jewish mysticism. His works are characterized by an unflinching willingness to confront his culture's dark past, and unrealized potential, in works that are often done on a large, confrontational scale well suited to the subjects. This work is called “The Women of the Revolution” (Les Femmes de la Revolution) and is comprised of more than twenty full-size lead beds with photographs and wall text. It is an astounding work which takes up a huge space. I wish I could tell you more but this is all I know. I will say this a powerful thing to see in person.
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This is a haunting photograph and the artwork is fascinating. I love the art and the history and was curious about the work. I went to AI (not A1, lol) and it discussed lead in artwork and the meaning of lead beds in Kiefer's work. It was interesting and a good place to get a few more bits of information about the symbolism and meaning of the lead. Again, very interesting. Appreciate the photo. Thought provoking. Trace
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