Art (1945-contemporary) > Abstract Art Post-War Andreas Schmitten

Andreas Schmitten
1980
Bürgerwehr. 2017.
Metal, glass, wood, fabric, yarn, plastic, bronze, lacquer.
Room installation. Object dimensions variable: 25 x 250 cm (9.8 x 98.4 in). Display case: 215 x 125 cm (84,6 x 49,2 x 14,9 in).
In complete condition. [AW].
• Andreas Schmitten is known for large-scale installations that combine conceptual power, opulent aesthetics, and formal appeal.
• He stages figures, objects, and interiors as visually explosive worlds of imagery and fantasy.
• This large-scale installation is part of the solo exhibition held at the Museum Kurhaus Kleve in 2018.
• Andreas Schmitten is represented by the renowned KÖNIG GALERIE in Berlin.
The work is listed on the artist’s official website.
PROVENANCE: Olbricht Collection, Essen/Berlin (purchased from the artist in 2017).
EXHIBITION: Andreas Schmitten, Museum Kurhaus Kleve, May 13 - August 26, 2018.
In good condition. Complete. The stool sections show some dents, scratches, and scuffs in places. There are some scratches on the table’s base sections.