Steinar Christensen for HRW

Steinar Christensen

“Look. And then look again. The first you notice might be the aesthetics. And if you look again, you might discover the other side.”

BIO

Steinar Christensen [1946 - 2020] was always an artist in progress, offering many surprises in his unpredictable oeuvre. Christensen’s work opens for both paradoxical constellations and existential situations, suggesting that even a still life can serve as a silent echo of the state of our civilization. A common characteristic in Christensen’s work is the absence of people, however his art clearly expresses the human condition. Christensen is well known for his photographic work with reference to The Dutch Golden Age of the 17th century, as well as his monumental steel sculptures, star installations and international performances. In his latest body of work he envisioned the subject of death, through Kerberos, the dog of Hades, who guards the entrance to hell and devours the flesh of those who pass. Christensen, the former Dean at the Kunstakademiet i Oslo / Oslo Academy of Fine Art in Oslo, has represented Norway at La Biennale di Venezia. His works are included in numerous private and museum collections, such as the National Gallery (Norway), the Henie Onstad Kunstsenter, Oslo Municipality Art Collection, and the Norwegian Cultural Council.

More information: Artist page

This artwork is located in Oslo, Norway. WILLAS contemporary will facilitate artwork release within 21 days after payment. Can be picked up by the buyer, or shipped at the buyer´s expense.