Untitled Sculpture - Chicago, IL - Abstract Public Sculptures on Waymarking.com

This 1987 granite sculpture presents a large block of stone which has been segmented with holes into nine segments.....three of which are large complete squares with irregular and incomplete squares above and below those three. The piece is set against a wall and one could easily miss the sculpture as it blends into the backdrop. The granite has oxidated and has a reddish hue...especially in the center and lower portions.
The artist is Ulrich Ruckreim who was born in Germany in 1938. He now lives in Ireland.
This website (visit link) informs us:
"Ulrich Rückriem's early works are open constructions of forms made of steel and wood. As of the mid 1960s he begins to use stone. In 1968 Ulrich Rückriem develops the method of separating and reassembling basic forms, alternating rough and smooth surfaces that reveal the work process as such, a method that is an integral part of his work."
For those who read German (or want to see photos of additional works)...more information about the artist is available at (visit link)

Title: Untitled Artist: Ulrich Ruckreim Media (materials) used: granite Location (specific park, transit center, library, etc.): in a sculpture garden next to the Art Institute of Chicago. Date of creation or placement: 1987

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