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Joseph Beuys — Spazierstock (Cane/Copper Stick)
Joseph Beuys

Spazierstock (Cane/Copper Stick)

1968

Joseph Beuys' "Spazierstock" is a simple walking stick crafted from copper that exemplifies his conceptual approach to sculpture and everyday objects. Created as part of his broader artistic practice of elevating humble, utilitarian items into meaningful artworks, the piece reflects Beuys' belief that art could emerge from commonplace materials and actions. The work invites viewers to consider the relationship between movement, human presence, and the potential for transformation inherent in ordinary things.

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Joseph Beuys: The Schellmann Collection

October 17, 2024

Estimate: $50,000$70,000

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Joseph Beuys, Spazierstock (Cane/Copper Stick), 1968

Joseph Beuys' "Spazierstock" is a simple walking stick crafted from copper that exemplifies his conceptual approach to sculpture and everyday objects. Created as part of his broader artistic practice of elevating humble, utilitarian items into meaningful artworks, the piece reflects Beuys' belief that art could emerge from commonplace materials and actions. The work invites viewers to consider the relationship between movement, human presence, and the potential for transformation inherent in ordinary things.

Year
1968
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

German Artist, 20th Century, Ritualistic, Everyday Object, Performance Art Adjacent, Mixed Media, Found object transformation, Conceptual Art, Fluxus, Sculptural Object

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