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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