Stephan Balkenhol – Köpfe (B-large), 2006 – Tapestry

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Köpfe (B-large) by Stephan Balkenhol, created in 2006, is a tapestry that combines figuration with abstract design to create a whimsical exploration of identity and connection. The artwork features a series of sketched faces in white thread, each distinct in expression and gaze, scattered across a warm brown background. Interwoven among the faces are colorful looping lines in green, yellow, and red, which meander across the tapestry, suggesting movement and interconnectedness. The simplicity of the sketched faces paired with the playful swirls of color evokes a sense of individuality within a shared space, reflecting Balkenhol’s focus on human character and interaction. This piece invites viewers to interpret the expressive yet minimalist portraits as reflections of human relationships and the invisible threads that bind us.

Stephan Balkenhol (Germany, 1957) is a celebrated sculptor known for his painted wooden figures that combine simplicity with emotional depth. Often depicting everyday people, his works explore themes of identity and humanity while maintaining a sense of mystery. Balkenhol’s art bridges traditional craftsmanship and contemporary expression, earning him recognition worldwide.

Stephan Balkenhol

Köpfe (B-large), 2006

Name: Köpfe (B-large), 2006
Brand: Stephan Balkenhol
SKU: 3469
Price: 12000.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Tapestry

TapestryTapestry is a woven form of textile. It is generally heavy, and the completed work has a decorative pattern, design or realistic depiction of a portrait or real life activities. Tapestries were hung on castle walls and behind thrones as symbols of royal authority.

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Tapestry

TapestryTapestry is a heavy, handwoven textile featuring intricate designs or images woven directly into the fabric. Created by skilled weavers using materials like wool, linen, cotton, silk, and sometimes silver and gold threads, tapestries have historically served as art pieces, decorations, insulation, and symbols of authority.

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Stephan Balkenhol

Tapestry

EUR 12,000

Stephan Balkenhol

Köpfe (W-large), 2006

Tapestry

EUR 12,000

Stephan Balkenhol

Köpfe (B), 2006

Tapestry

EUR 6,500

Stephan Balkenhol

Köpfe (G), 2006

Tapestry

EUR 6,500

Stephan Balkenhol

Sculpture / Object

Acclaimed for his carvings that depict the human-form in a multitude of poses and positions, Stephan Balkenhol is a German sculptor and painter. His sculptures are often carved from blocks of wood with the use of traditional tools – his work is then transformed into a recognisable form with the use of a chisel, light painting of the surface and the creation of highlights and shadows through gradation. His earliest works included the nude form of a human atop a pedestal, works that recalled classical Greek busts – his attention to detail highlights such features as the curve of the eyebrow or the volume of the lip. Balkenhol’s most recent works are largely created with no apparent emotion to detect, and no obvious political or social critique; of this, Balkenhol has stated, “I’m perhaps proposing a story and not telling the end, just giving a beginning or fragment. There is still a lot for the spectator to complete.”

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Germany

Germany is a global powerhouse in contemporary art, home to iconic institutions such as the Hamburger Bahnhof Museum in Berlin and the Museum of Modern Art in Frankfurt. Renowned artists like Gerhard Richter, acclaimed for his abstract paintings, and Katharina Grosse, known for her immersive installations, exemplify Germany's innovative spirit. Explore Germany's vibrant contemporary art scene on Composition Gallery's website.

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Stephan Balkenhol

Köpfe (B-large), 2006

446 x 296 cm

Stephan Balkenhol

Köpfe (B-large), 2006

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