7000 Oaks, Land art sculpture in Kassel, Germany
The sculpture consists of 7000 trees paired with basalt stone columns distributed throughout the streets and parks of Kassel.
German artist Joseph Beuys initiated this ecological art project during documenta 7 in 1982, with the final tree planted in 1987.
The name Stadtverwaldung statt Stadtverwaltung reflects the transformation from urban administration to urban forestation through the planting of trees.
Each tree in the installation receives regular maintenance from the Environmental and Garden Office of Kassel in coordination with the 7000 Oaks Foundation.
The combination of living trees with stone columns creates an evolving natural sculpture that continues to grow and change the urban landscape.
Location: Kassel
Inception: 1982
Creator: Joseph Beuys
Made from material: tree
GPS coordinates: 51.31330,9.49722
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:34
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