“When, at the end of the 1960s, I became interested in the Nazi era, it was a taboo subject in Germany. No one spoke about it anymore, no more in my house than anywhere else.”
Quote by Anselm Kiefer
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Anselm Kiefer
Anselm Kiefer is a German artist renowned for his large-scale paintings and sculptures. His works often explore themes of history, culture, and philosophy, frequently using traditional and modern materials such as lead, asphalt, gold, and earth. Kiefer's artistic career began in the 1970s, and his works have had a profound impact on the art world. more
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