Iris Häussler

German sculptor and academic artist

Iris Häussler - German sculptor and academic artist
Born

April 6th, 1962
63 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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Born in 1962, this artist specializes in sculpture and installation art, exploring themes of memory, identity, and space. The body of work includes significant installations that merge narrative and environment, often engaging the audience in a dialogue about the forgotten or overlooked aspects of culture. The artist has held numerous exhibitions internationally, contributing to both academic and creative fields. Teaching has been an important aspect of the career, influencing new generations of artists through practical and theoretical instruction.

Created the installation 'The Lost Garden'

Exhibited at the Venice Biennale

Contributed to the discourse in contemporary sculpture

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