Photographer's Note
“BERLIN” – Tauentzienstrasse
The sculpture "BERLIN" was one of the sculptures unveiled on the occasion of the city's 750th anniversary in 1987.
The sculpture, designed by the artist couple Brigitte & Martin Matschinsky-Denninghoff consists of huge four steel tubes that extend upwards. Each tube is about two meters in diameter and meanders into the air. The ends seem to meet each other, but find no real connection.
The symbol of the proximity and isolation between the two sides of Berlin
The statue stands in the green median strip of the Tauentzienstrasse that connects the famous Gedδchtniskirche with the equally famous KDW – Kaufhaus des Westens
After the Wall was dismantled and the original lease expired, the sculpture was purchased by the city to commemorate this period in German history.
Picture 1: ■ No Connection – Solo ◄ https://i1.trekearth.com/photos/15099/te883-1.jpg ►
Picture 2: ■ No Connection – Twice ◄ https://i1.trekearth.com/photos/15099/te883-2.jpg ►
Picture 3: ■ Sculpture “BERLIN” ◄ https://i1.trekearth.com/photos/15099/te883-3.jpg ►
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papagolf21
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(152607) 2020-10-21 2:52
Bonjour, cher ami Rob,
L'interprιtation de la sculpture est recevable (par rapport ΰ ma petite comprιhension de l'art contemporain).
Cela ne semble pas perturber les personnages situιs ΰ proximitι.
Une prιsentation soignιe comme ΰ l'accoutumιe.
Amitiιs.
Philippe
lousat
(139198) 2020-10-21 2:57
Hi Rob,a statue built just in time to celebrate the divisions of Berlin that would disappear soon after. The fact that she stayed there to celebrate the years of division after the long cold war is a good thing, to remind young people of what happened in the years of our youth. The photos need no comment, always perfect and very original, especially looking at the main one. Have a nice day and thanks,Luciano
holmertz
(102636) 2020-10-21 3:00
Hello Rob,
As usual you gradually let us understand what we are looking at. I think many persons will look at this and wonder "what the heck is this", just vaguely realizing it's a sculpture, because the title says so, and we know you a bit. The main photo is very original and the shapes rather fascinating, then in the WS we see step by step the entire sculpture. Assisted by the note we see what the artists wanted us to see: two societies being so close and never meeting. It's an interesting work of art and I like how you have presented it.
Best regards,
Gert
Silvio1953
(221493) 2020-10-21 4:19
Ciao Rob, great view of original sculpture, thanks for two WS with entire artwork, splendid clarity and fine details, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio
pajaran
(115805) 2020-10-21 4:53
Greeting.
Interesting and beautiful sculpture, well shown with beautiful colors, contrast and good text.
beautiful photos in the workshop, a well-captured moment.
I wish you all the best.
Paja.
jhm
(211736) 2020-10-21 4:57
Goedemiddag Rob,
Uw foto u-is goed genomen, zonder dat ik het las dacht ik aan de scheiding van de twee Duits landen Oost en West.
Maar de details zijn goed zichtbaar met de structure van de buis.
Goed foto werk, bedankt.
Groeten uit een zwaar stormachtig Vlaanderen 80 km/u,
John
pierrefonds
(114371) 2020-10-21 5:03
Hi Rob,
The close-up point of view is showing the details of the sculpture Berlin, it also a good idea to look at the workshop to see more of the scultpture. Well done, have a nice day.
Pierre
Fis2
(170669) 2020-10-21 5:25
Witaj Rob!
Another interesting set of photos showing this contemporary sculpture.
Good rames, colors and sharpness.
Curious place, interesting views.
Well done.
Nice afternoon.
Krzysztof
ikeharel
(113273) 2020-10-21 6:11
Hello Rob,
Only when I saw the WS#2, managed to comprehend the idea here.
The close up main picture may explain what was true till 1989 when town was united.
But, only imagination can provide such thoughts.
Merely myy humble opinion, sincerely.
Good afternoon,
Ike
Tue
(92312) 2020-10-21 11:34
Hallo Rob,
Van zo dichtbij had ik dit kunstwerk nog niet bekeken en ook het verhaal erachter is interessant. De details van de dunne lijnen en de verschillende zilveren tinten zijn mooi zichtbaar tegen de bomen op de achtergrond.
Lars
jean113
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(27819) 2020-10-21 13:44
Hello Rob, once again you grab our attention by showing us a close view, what are these strange shapes?
It is a very interesting sculpture; and as I look at the whole work, I am left wondering... how was it made? And how was it placed in its present situation where the parts are almost interlinked?
The people in picture three do give us a good idea of the scale.
I certainly like the symbolism.
Thanks for sharing, kind regards, Jean.
COSTANTINO
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(116405) 2020-10-21 22:28
Hello dear Rob and have a nice day
original version
a different sculpture from the usuals
called ...the sculpture Berlin....
according to your useful notes this
is one of the sculptures unvelled
on the occasion of the city s 750th
anniversary in 1987
regards
costantino
ifege
(47993) 2020-10-21 23:24
Hi Rob
A good photo and workshops of this grand sculpture with its symbolism.
cheers
Ian
jemaflor
(147046) 2020-10-21 23:42
Hi Rob,
Interesting and original sculpture, well photographed with also your WS, good close-up for this one, perfect sharpness, tfs.
emka
(158058) 2020-10-21 23:51
Hello Rob, Without looking at Workshop pictures it is difficult to guess what we see here. Original composition. Many years have passed but somehow the division is still there.
Best regards MAlgo
Royaldevon
(85862) 2020-10-22 4:22
Hello Rob,
I applaud the sharpness and the cropping of your photographs to supply us with such excellent details of this sculpture.
I understand the symbolism of the piece and like your main post and photograph 2 but, for some reason, the whole sculpture leaves me cold. Maybe it is because as a whole, it resembles intestines!
My warm regards,
Bev :-)
Photo Information
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Copyright: Rob Zwemmer (alvaraalto)
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(42804) - Genre: Τοποθεσίες
- Medium: Έγχρωμο
- Date Taken: 2020-07-25
- Camera: Sony DSC RX10 III
- Έκθεση: f/0.1, 1/21 δευτερόλεπτα
- Έκδοση φωτογραφίας: Πρωτότυπη έκδοση, Workshop
- Οδοιπορικό: 2020 Duitsland-Polen-Tsjechiλ
- Date Submitted: 2020-10-21 2:41
