The artwork "Sibylle in Berlin (Bismarck National Monument)" shows the bronze figure of a seated female figure, clad in flowing robes and with a covered head. In her left hand she holds an open book - a symbol of knowledge, interpretation and foresight. The figure is part of the Bismarck National Monument in Berlin and represents a sibyl, a prophetic figure from ancient mythology. The background is deliberately distorted in colour: the trees appear in shades of pink and purple, giving the classical motif a modern, almost surreal appearance.
The inspiration for this work arose from the tension between history and interpretation. I was interested in how a mythological figure is staged in a political monument - and how new interpretations can be opened up through the targeted use of colour.
The atmosphere is calm, almost contemplative. I wanted to create an image that invites reflection - about knowledge, time and the role of symbols in public space.
The message lies in the connection between past and present. The Sibyl is staged here not just as a figure, but as a mental image.
In the interior design, this work acts as a quiet but powerful accent. It brings depth, historical reference and an artistic refraction of classical motifs to modern rooms.
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Netherlands
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Germany
Netherlands
Germany
Germany
Germany
Germany
Netherlands
Germany
Netherlands