Gazing upon the Black Sun Press Sculpture, one might initially feel a sense of unease. This bronze figure, created by Rolf Szymanski between 1969 and 1973, stands proudly on the median strip of Lindenstraße in Berlin’s Kreuzberg district. The Black Sun Press Sculpture is not merely a static object. It pulses with a volcanic energy. Its form seems both vulnerable and defiant. The sculpture is part of a larger exhibition titled “Art – City – Space” by the Berlinische Galerie. The Black Sun Press Sculpture itself is a permanent loan from the Galerie Brusberg, installed here in 1991. Notice the interplay of convex and concave forms. The figure’s breasts, bulges, and almost violent indentations create a baroque sense of movement. The weight of the sculpture appears shifted upwards. The figure stands on slender legs, tilted at an angle. This posture suggests a precarious balance, a reflection of the human experience in a constantly changing reality. Szymanski aimed to capture the essence of life within a single lump of material. The Black Sun Press Sculpture reflects this ambition. It embodies both the fragility and fullness of life. The sculpture stands as a testament to our own fleeting existence, our “perishable architecture of sensual fleshiness.” This poignant piece invites contemplation. It reminds us of our own vulnerability and resilience in the face of life’s challenges. The Black Sun Press Sculpture is not just a piece of art. It’s a mirror reflecting the human condition.
Центральный дом работников искусств
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