Geheimnisträger, 2006

The 1,200 black, red and yellow dwarfs in the three postures of "see nothing – hear nothing – say nothing" were designed especially for the art Karlsruhe art fair. Professor Hörl refers to a "gentle provocation", especially so in the City of Justice and his parade of gnomes arranged in rectangular shape on a gigantic wooden construction will certainly produce some smiles. This "rather political idea" (Hörl), which beholders may interpret as they please, represents a concept of art that seeks to provoke discussion, rather than trying to hide in the protected atmosphere of a museum.

Photos: Werner Scheuermann