GUNTHER FÖRG

Günther Förg (1952-2013) was a versatile German artist working in sculpture, painting, ceramics, and photography. Though he explored various media, painting remained central to his practice. Influenced by Blinky Palermo, he developed an interest in wall painting and architecture, later reflected in his photography. Starting with monochromatic works in the 1970s, he reinterpreted modernist themes with a postmodern approach. His mastery of color created depth and form, drawing comparisons to Klee, Rothko, and Twombly, reimagining past artistic strategies in a fresh way.