Von der Heydt Museum Wuppertal

The Von der Heydt Museum's third "Friendship Request" is addressed to sculptor Markus Karstieß,

who devotes himself to the archaic material of ceramics and gives it a contemporary actuality. His sculptures, some in large format, are both glamorous and enigmatic. The glistening glazes of the surfaces have a painterly effect; the forms are idiosyncratic and sometimes disturbing. They oscillate between human beings and mythical creatures. The Friendship Request" is an exhibition series in which the Von der Heydt Museum invites renowned contemporary artists to engage with the museum's rich collection.

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Markus Karstieß. Freundschaftsanfrage No. 3

Also featured: Jaana Caspary. Dieter Krieg Prize Guido Jendritzko.

On his 100th birthday Oct. 11, 2025 through Feb. 8, 2026

Combination ticket information can be found here: https://shop.von-der-heydt-museum.de/de/tickets.