Step through the threshold of the Ständehaus in Dusseldorf, and a captivating spectacle unfolds before you. You find yourself facing the ‘Two-Way Mirror Hedge, Almost Complete Circle’, a captivating sculpture by Dan Graham, a renowned American artist. Graham masterfully harmonizes art and nature in this creation. The sculpture consists of a nearly complete circle of shimmering glass panels and a vibrant hedge. The glass panels act as two-way mirrors, reflecting the world around while also offering a glimpse into the sculpture’s interior. As you stroll around the ‘Two-Way Mirror Hedge, Almost Complete Circle’, the sculpture reveals itself in surprising new ways. From one vantage point, it appears as an almost closed circle, a mesmerizing optical illusion that blends art and nature into a harmonious unity. But from another angle, the glass panels reflect your image, creating a captivating interplay between viewer and artwork. The ‘Two-Way Mirror Hedge, Almost Complete Circle’ is more than just a sculpture; it is a captivating dialogue between the viewer and their environment. Graham, a master of contemporary art, invites you to contemplate your own perception of reality, as the reflected images shift and distort, questioning your every perception. The ‘Two-Way Mirror Hedge, Almost Complete Circle’ is a testament to Graham’s genius, an artwork that blends art and nature, illusion and reality into a singular experience. It is a reminder of the subtle interplay between the objective and subjective worlds, leaving a lasting impression upon those who encounter it.
Landesrat Dr. M. Brandts Plaque
“Seinem verehrten Mitbegründer dem tatkräftigen Mitbegründer Herr Landesrat Dr. M. Brandts gest. 16. Oktober 1905 in Dankbarkeit gewidmet.” This is