Günther Uecker German, b. 1930
Overview
Günther Uecker, born in Germany in 1930, is a renowned German artist known for his unique works of kinetic art and his use of nails as a medium. Uecker is associated with the ZERO group, which was active in Düsseldorf in the 1950s and 1960s and played a significant role in the development of European avant-garde art.
Uecker is famous for his striking "nail paintings" in which he places nails on wooden panels or canvases to create fascinating patterns and textures. These works invite the viewer to experience and explore the artwork not only visually but also tactilely. The repetitive and precise arrangement of the nails creates a play of light and shadow, eliciting different perceptions depending on the viewing angle and lighting effects.
In addition, Uecker has also created installations and sculptures that often incorporate movement and light. His kinetic works generate dynamic effects through the use of fans, mirrors, or other mechanical elements, expanding the traditional boundaries of visual art.
Uecker's works are characterized by strong symbolic meaning, reflecting his personal engagement with themes of violence, suffering, and peace. His commitment to pacifism and his advocacy for social justice are frequently evident in many of his works.
Günther Uecker has participated in numerous international exhibitions, and his works are represented in prestigious collections and museums worldwide. His artistic contributions have earned him a significant place in the history of contemporary art, and his innovative techniques and distinctive aesthetic expressions have established him as a major figure in the art world.
Works
Exhibitions
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Summer Show
9 Jun - 30 Jul 2022Imi KnoebelRead more
Tom Wesselmann
Arman
Günther Förg
Dieter Roth
Horst Antes
Anselm Reyle
Magnus Thorén
Olivia Reuterswärd
Hubertus Hamm
Karin Alfredsson
Otto Piene
Günther Uecker
Dadamaino
Agostino Bonalumi
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Group Exhibition
New works by gallery artists 14 Sep 2017 - 27 Jan 2018New Acquisitions works by Georg Baselitz Imi Knoebel Lucio Fontana Agostino Bonalumi Alberto Biasi Gerhard Richter Sigmar Polke Gunther UeckerRead more -
Black & White
Multifarious 21 May - 27 Jul 2015Georg Baselitz Agostino Bonalumi Rafał Bujnowski Walter Dahn Dadamaino Enrico Castellani Neal Fox Walter Leblanc Heinz Mack Pino Manos Henri Matisse Armando Marrocco Jean-Luc Moerman Peter Peri Pablo Picasso Anselm...Read more -
Avantgarde - Between Azimut/h and Zero
7 Nov 2014 - 31 Jan 2015Dadamaino Günther Uecker Walter Leblanc Paolo ScheggiRead more
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Light & Shadow
20 Jan - 23 Feb 2012works by Otto Piene Dadamaino Günther Uecker Adolf Luther How old is light? / Where does light come from? / Who first saw light? / Who last saw light? /...Read more -
Art Karlsruhe
10 - 13 Mar 2011Works by Otto Piene Gotthard Graubner Günther Uecker Konrad Klapheck Blinky Palermo Gerhard Richter Sigmar PolkeRead more