Berlin, Chrome steel sculpture in Charlottenburg, Germany.
Berlin is an abstract steel sculpture in Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf that rises from the ground through interconnected metal forms. The structure displays curved lines that shift their appearance depending on where you stand around it.
The work was created in 1987 by the artist duo Matschinsky-Denninghoff during a wave of artistic development in West Berlin. This period brought several art installations into public spaces that shaped the city's appearance.
The work carries a name reflecting its bond with the city, showing how art can reshape public spaces. You experience here how a contemporary piece becomes part of the everyday surroundings of the street.
The sculpture sits at the intersection of Kurfürstendamm and Joachimsthaler Strasse in a pedestrian zone that is easy to reach. Nearby benches and green areas allow you to sit and view the work from multiple angles.
The chrome nickel steel material of this sculpture reflects light in particular ways, creating varying shine effects throughout the day. Depending on the time and sunlight angle, the surface appears completely different, making return visits worthwhile.
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