This contemporary artwork features a collage-like composition juxtaposing images of two individuals with repeated geometric symbols, likely representing the Great Seal of the United States. The central focus depicts two portraits, showcasing individuals in a contemplative pose. The surrounding frames are filled with green dollar bill-inspired patterns, creating a visually striking interplay between the human elements and the symbolic, monetary motifs. The artist's intention seems to comment on the relationship between power, wealth, and the individual's place within societal structures, inviting the viewer to ponder the complex dynamics between the personal and the systemic. ...
Anne Jud combined performance, installation, and visual art to create innovative, boundary-pushing experiences. Active in West Berlin during the late 1970s and 1980s, she was a key figure in the city’s avant-garde art scene, influencing its experimental spirit and collaborative energy. Her work frequently focused on the motif of the U.S. dollar bill, which she transformed into folded sculptures and installations to investigate themes of value, power, and identity. Through these interventions, everyday currency became a medium for artistic and political critique. Her multifaceted practice challenged traditional distinctions between disciplines and encouraged reflection on the complex relationships among art, politics, and daily experience. By intertwining artistic expression with social critique, Jud’s work offered a profound commentary on identity, economy, and cultural production. She often infused these projects with humor and irony, using playful formal strategies to disarm viewers while prompting deeper engagement with the political and cultural issues at stake. ...
Efremidis opened in September 2018 in the former IBM building on Ernst-Reuter Platz. Founded by Stavros Efremidis and Tom Woo, the gallery focuses on carefully curated exhibitions. By engaging in dialogues with Berlin-based and international artists, Efremidis aims to present a forward-thinking and innovative program.
