Have you ever wondered what a giant game of pool would look like amidst the tranquil Aasee? Stand before the ‘Zwei gegeneinander verschobene Halbkugeln’, three massive concrete spheres that make up the most unique game of pool imaginable. In 1977, renowned artist Claes Oldenburg, along with his partner Coosje van Bruggen, crafted these behemoths. Their playful concept envisions the Aasee’s sprawling green grounds as a giant pool table. These oversized spheres, carefully placed amongst the lush parkland, have become a beloved landmark, attracting curious onlookers and art lovers alike. They were part of the first Skulptur Projekte in Muenster, an ambitious project that aimed to bring contemporary art to public spaces. They are not just giant pool balls for decoration, but a statement about the relationship between art and everyday life. Oldenburg, always ready to challenge traditional norms, took the familiar game of pool and magnified it, transforming it into a monumental work of art. Giant Pool Balls are an unlikely but fitting addition to Muenster’s charming urban landscape, sparking playful conversations about proportions and perspectives.
Lepramuseum
Silent witness. The Lepramuseum stands before us, a solemn reminder of a time when leprosy cast a long shadow over