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Richard Deacon & Thomas Schütte — Them and Us (X)

Them and Us (X)

1995

Two renowned sculptors, Richard Deacon and Thomas Schütte, come together in this collaborative work that bridges their distinct artistic vocabularies, inviting viewers to contemplate the dynamic tension between collective identity and individual perspective. The title *Them and Us (X)* suggests a dialogue of opposing forces — otherness and belonging, separation and unity — themes central to both artists' broader practices. This piece reflects a rare creative exchange between two masters of contemporary sculpture, each bringing their singular sensibility to a shared visual conversation.

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Richard Deacon & Thomas Schütte, Them and Us (X), 1995

Two renowned sculptors, Richard Deacon and Thomas Schütte, come together in this collaborative work that bridges their distinct artistic vocabularies, inviting viewers to contemplate the dynamic tension between collective identity and individual perspective. The title *Them and Us (X)* suggests a dialogue of opposing forces — otherness and belonging, separation and unity — themes central to both artists' broader practices. This piece reflects a rare creative exchange between two masters of contemporary sculpture, each bringing their singular sensibility to a shared visual conversation.

Year
1995
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Postmodern Art, Humanist Themes, Three-Dimensional Installation, British and German Artists, Conceptual Sculpture, Collaborative Work, Figurative Abstraction, Contemporary Sculptors, Duality and Contrast, Mixed Media, Late Twentieth Century, Male Artists, Figurative Elements, Postmodern Movement, Contemporary Sculpture, Figurative Art, Abstract Forms, Late 20th Century, Dualistic Theme, Neutral Tones

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