
Wrapped statues, Project for Die Glyptothek, München
A monumental architectural vision by Christo, this work presents the classical statues of Munich's Glyptothek museum enveloped in tightly bound fabric, transforming familiar sculptural forms into mysterious, shrouded figures. The screenprint with collage masterfully combines technical precision with Christo's signature conceptual approach, layering offset prints to capture both the grandeur of the neoclassical setting and the tension between concealment and revelation. The work reflects Christo's lifelong fascination with wrapping as an artistic act, challenging the viewer to reconsider perception, presence, and the nature of public art and cultural heritage.
- Medium
- Screenprint with collage of offset prints in colors, on Arches Cover paper, the full sheet.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Editions and Works on Paper Including Works from the Piero Crommelynck Collection
April 18, 2017
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