Nagelkreuz (dunkel). 2017.
Bronze, dark version, patinated by hand.
With the name, date, number and the foundry mark. One of 35 copies. Ca. 46 x 40 x 14.5 cm (18.1 x 15.7 x 5.7 in).
Cast by art foundry Schmäke, Düsseldorf, and published by Geuer & Geuer, Düsseldorf, in cooperation with the tabloid BILD. Conceived by the artist in 2012. [AM].
• A particularly expressive example of the few bronzes that Günther Uecker made.
• Each "Nagelkreuz“ is of unique character as they were individually patinated by hand.
• The imitated form characteristics of wood, nails and cloth make for a fascinating surface.