German Steel Sculptor Alf Lechner Dies at 91, Known for Monumental Works
Alf Lechner, the celebrated German sculptor known for his impressive steel sculptures, has died at 91. His art, which delves into themes like geometry, physics, and architecture, can be found in major collections, including the Nationalgalerie in Berlin and the Alte Pinakothek in Munich. Art historian Armin Zweite, who used to lead Munich's Brandhorst Museum, praised Lechner's global significance, linking his work to that of Richard Serra, Donald Judd, and Sol LeWitt. Zweite noted that Lechner’s pieces encourage a dialogue between Europe and America. His sculptures are also featured in Obereichstätt's Sculpture Park. Lechner once stated, "If it doesn’t show resistance, I’m not interested," highlighting his artistic beliefs.
Key facts
- Alf Lechner died at age 91.
- He was a German sculptor known for monumental steel works.
- His sculptures manipulate steel, space, geometry, physics, and architecture.
- Lechner's work is in collections of Nationalgalerie Berlin, Alte Pinakothek Munich, Städel Museum Frankfurt, Kunstsammlung K21 Düsseldorf, Lechner Museum Ingolstadt, and Sculpture Park Obereichstätt.
- Art historian Armin Zweite linked Lechner's position to Richard Serra, Donald Judd, and Sol LeWitt.
- Zweite stated Lechner's work continues dialogue between Europe and America.
- Lechner was born in 1925 and died in 2017.
- He famously said: 'If it doesn’t show resistance, I’m not interested.'
Entities
Artists
- Alf Lechner
- Richard Serra
- Donald Judd
- Sol LeWitt
Institutions
- Nationalgalerie Berlin
- Alte Pinakothek Munich
- Städel Museum Frankfurt
- Kunstsammlung K21 Düsseldorf
- Lechner Museum
- Brandhorst Museum
- Sculpture Park Obereichstätt
Locations
- Berlin
- Germany
- Munich
- Frankfurt
- Düsseldorf
- Ingolstadt
- Obereichstätt