The "Felt Suit" is in the collection of the Milwaukee Art Museum. It's interesting to see his work in the states, very understated and matter-of-fact. I was talking to my nephew about this piece, who the heck is Joseph Beuys anyway? German fighter pilot, social democrat, teacher, leader, prophet... he draws me in, away from the banal present, remembering Beuys' vision for humankind. Everyone is an artist. Everyone needs access to the way forward. We are all called upon to make things better.
Sunday, March 25, 2007
Joseph Beuys
The "Felt Suit" is in the collection of the Milwaukee Art Museum. It's interesting to see his work in the states, very understated and matter-of-fact. I was talking to my nephew about this piece, who the heck is Joseph Beuys anyway? German fighter pilot, social democrat, teacher, leader, prophet... he draws me in, away from the banal present, remembering Beuys' vision for humankind. Everyone is an artist. Everyone needs access to the way forward. We are all called upon to make things better.
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I love this drawing. How did I miss seeing the felt suit when we were at the museum? Next time, I need to stick close by you so I don't miss the good stuff.
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