Various & Gould Unveil Divided Portrait Mural on Berlin Wall Strip
The artistic duo Various & Gould, based in Berlin, has wrapped up their mural titled “Übergang” (“Transition”) at a site that used to be a border checkpoint along the Berlin Wall. This mural is part of their “Face Time” series and depicts a face split in two, with each side looking in opposite directions, delving into themes of division, change, and connection. This artwork was commissioned for Kolping Jugendwohnen, a residence aimed at young adults in education and apprenticeships. Interestingly, it faces a portrait they created a decade ago, sparking a conversation across the street. Known for their unique glitch-inspired collages that blend various artistic techniques, the mural was finished in June 2026.
Key facts
- Various & Gould are a Berlin-based artist duo.
- The mural is titled 'Übergang' ('Transition').
- It is part of the ongoing 'Face Time' series.
- The site was once part of the Berlin Wall strip and a border checkpoint.
- The mural depicts a face splitting into two halves looking in opposite directions.
- It was created for Kolping Jugendwohnen, a residence for young adults.
- An earlier mural by the duo stands opposite, painted eleven years ago.
- The mural was completed in June 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Various & Gould
Institutions
- Kolping Jugendwohnen
- Brooklyn Street Art
Locations
- Berlin
- Germany