Can art offer protection? Here at the Schutzsegel by Will Brüll, we explore this very question. Schutzsegel translates to “protective sail.” It’s a fitting name for this artwork that evokes a sense of shelter. Now, imagine Dusseldorf in the mid-19th century. The Industrial Revolution is transforming the city, drawing people in and doubling its population in just a decade. The Schutzsegel stands as a witness to this era of change. It reminds us of the human need for security and stability amidst the whirlwind of progress. While the Schutzsegel is primarily an artistic creation, its presence echoes the protective walls that once encircled Dusseldorf, back when it was a smaller town striving for recognition. The artwork invites reflection on the different forms protection can take, both physical and emotional.
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