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Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: Olaf Breuning, Untitled (There Is Absolutely No Reason To Be Not Optimistic!), 2013
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Olaf Breuning Schaffhausen, Switzerland, b. 1970

Untitled (There Is Absolutely No Reason To Be Not Optimistic!), 2013
Carrara C marble
800 kg
170 x 45 x 55 cm

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Influenced by a variety of eclectic sources, Olaf Breuning created the series of sculptures from Carrara marble, complementing it by messages drawn from contemporary culture. The catchy quotes, typical of...
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Influenced by a variety of eclectic sources, Olaf Breuning created the series of sculptures from Carrara marble, complementing it by messages drawn from contemporary culture. The catchy quotes, typical of a society driven by kitsch and fast-paced technology, stand in striking contrast to the classical, monumental nature of marble—materials traditionally associated with ancient temples and grand Italian palazzos. This blend of traditions serves as both a tribute to ancient culture and a critical reflection on the simplified spirit of the modern age.

 

“Well, I would like to be perfect, but I think art shows me that whatever technology I use, my personality pushes through, and there we are… something is not perfect. I like that. We are finally human.” – Olaf Breuning

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Olaf Breuning, Tony Matelli, John Miller. Gary Tatintsian Gallery, Mar 21–Jun 15, 2014

Publications

Olaf Breuning, Tony Matelli, John Miller. Gary Tatintsian Gallery, pp. 27

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