Gegenuber dem Fixsternhimmel [Facing the Stars]
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Gegenuber dem Fixsternhimmel [Facing the Stars] 1978
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Beuys was interested in the history and culture of the Celtic countries, and made several visits to Scotland and Ireland. The paper bags used in this relief may have been picked up by the artist during his 1974 trip to Ireland, in connection with the exhibition of his group of drawings, 'The Secret Block for a Secret Person in Ireland'. Critics believe James Joyce to be the 'Secret Person' to whom the work is addressed, as Beuys was a lifelong fan of the Irish writer. The iron frame used for this work may have been chosen by the artist due to the metal's strong connection with the earth as well as the bloodstream.

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Relief

A form of sculpture where the image or design projects from a flat surface types of which include, bas-relief or low relief.

Relief

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  • Acc. No. AR00626
  • Medium 2 paper bags, graphite and stamp on glass
  • Size 18.60 x 12.70 cm
  • Credit ARTIST ROOMS National Galleries of Scotland and Tate. Acquired jointly through The d'Offay Donation with assistance from the National Heritage Memorial Fund and the Art Fund 2008

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