
Schuttbild
Hermann Nitsch's *Schuttbild* is a visceral and commanding work that embodies the Austrian artist's lifelong exploration of primal ritualism, sacrifice, and sensory intensity. True to Nitsch's signature approach within his Orgien Mysterien Theater, the painting likely features explosive, gestural pours and smears of richly saturated color — most notably blood red — evoking both violence and spiritual catharsis. The work transforms the act of painting itself into a ceremonial performance, blurring the boundaries between canvas, body, and ritual.
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- Auction House · Phillips
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Contemporary Art Day Sale
June 28, 2013
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