Germany
* 1953 Ravensburg
Robert Schad transforms heavy steel into delicate, moving lines in space, which the art world often describes as “sculptural drawings.” The artist uses solid square bars with a constant cross-section, typically 45-60 mm, for his steel sculptures. The lines of his artworks are not created by curving or bending, but by welding together straight elements of different lengths in a joint-like manner. Small welding points, thickened joints and a careful design make the works appear light and dynamic despite their weight and material; they appear graceful and grow upwards almost like dancers.
Schad consequently calls his works “sculptural choreographies,” and it is not surprising that he repeatedly collaborates with dancers and choreographers. His works often reach the height of full-grown trees and bear titles without a deeper meaning such as “Enfim” or “Merlak”, deliberately encouraging free associations. Ultimately, it is up to the viewer rediscover and interpret the sculptures again and again.
