2008. Black and White Photography. La Biennale di Venezia.
§ 1Catalogue data
Black and White Photography
Photo
Contemporary Installation
2008
Contemporary
La Biennale di Venezia
Toto dielo je chránené autorským právom
Umelecké dielo zobrazené na tejto stránke je chránené autorským zákonom, čo znamená, že nemôžeme legálne vytvárať ani predávať jeho identickú reprodukciu. Táto ochrana je vymáhaná na základe medzinárodných dohôd, ako napríklad Bernská konvencia a národnými zákonmi, vrátane tých, ktoré sú stanovené v Autorské právo USA – Title 17. Všetky práva vyhradené.
Ako rešpektujúca a legálna alternatíva ponúkame vlastné, ručne maľované diela inšpirované originálom. Naši skúsení a profesionálni umelci dôkladne študujú štýl, náladu a umelecký podnet originálu, aby vytvorili nové, jedinečné dielo, ktoré vyvoláva rovnaký pocit – pričom samo ostáva vlastným originálnym dielom.
Táto metóda plne dodržiava autorské práva, pretože nezahŕňa kopírovanie ani duplikovanie chráneného diela. Ide skôr o kreatívnu reinterpretáciu – nový obraz, ktorý je ovplybnený originálom, no nie je s ním identický.
§ 2Abstract
Popis zberateľského predmetu
Adel Abdessemed's 'Also Sprach Allah' is a haunting exploration of violence and faith through unsettling imagery—a carpet inscribed with disturbing words, challenging viewers to confront uncomfortable truths.
Biografia umelca
Adel Abdessemed is a contemporary Algerian-French artist known for provocative sculptures, animations & installations exploring violence, identity, and cultural tension. His work challenges perceptions & sparks dialogue.
§ 3Commentary
A Haunting Encounter with Faith and Violence
In the provocative landscape of contemporary art, few works command attention with such visceral intensity as Adel Abdessemed’s Also sprach Allah. Created in 2008, this piece serves as a profound meditation on the intersection of religious fervor and the specter of global conflict. The work does not merely present an image; it presents a confrontation. Through a masterful use of unsettling imagery, Abdessemed invites the viewer into a space where the sacred and the profane collide, forcing an immediate emotional response that lingers long after the initial encounter. The piece functions as a mirror to our modern anxieties, reflecting the tensions that simmer beneath the surface of contemporary political and religious discourse.
The visual language of the work is deeply rooted in Abdessemed’s unique ability to repurpose familiar cultural symbols to evoke profound discomfort. By utilizing elements that suggest both ritualistic sanctity and the raw edges of violence, the artist creates a tension that is almost tactile. The composition draws the eye into a complex web of meaning, where every detail—from the textures of the materials used to the starkness of the presentation—contributes to an atmosphere of high alert. For the discerning collector or interior designer, this piece offers more than mere decoration; it provides a powerful intellectual anchor, a conversation starter that demands presence and reflection within any curated space.
Symbolism and the Weight of History
To understand Also sprach Allah, one must delve into the biographical and historical currents that flow through Abdesselem’s oeuvre. Born in Algeria, an environment shaped by the complexities of identity and the scars of political struggle, the artist brings a heavy sense of memory to his practice. The title itself—a play on Nietzsche’s Also sprach Zarathustra—suggests a divine or prophetic declaration, yet it is stripped of traditional comfort. Instead, it points toward a reality where faith is inextricably linked to the materialization of conflict.
The symbolism within the work often utilizes materials that carry their own historical weight. Abdessemed frequently employs textures that evoke both the domestic and the industrial, much like his use of barbed wire or terra cotta in other seminal works. In this piece, the interplay between the concept of a sacred text or object and the underlying threat of destruction creates a powerful metaphor for the fragility of peace. It is an exploration of how ideologies can be both a source of profound spiritual connection and a catalyst for devastating physical upheaval. This duality makes the work an essential study in the psychological residue left by history's most turbulent eras.
An Essential Addition to the Contemporary Collection
For those seeking to curate a collection that transcends the superficial, Abdessemed’s work offers an unparalleled depth of narrative. A high-quality reproduction of Also sprach Allah allows for the appreciation of its stark, monochromatic intensity and its complex emotional layers. The piece is particularly suited for environments that value intellectual rigor and avant-garde aesthetics—spaces where art is intended to challenge, provoke, and inspire deep thought.
Integrating such a powerful work into an interior design scheme requires a bold vision. It serves as a centerpiece of gravity, capable of anchoring a room with its somber elegance and historical resonance. Whether placed in a private gallery or a sophisticated contemporary living space, the reproduction maintains the artist's uncompromising vision, bringing the haunting beauty of Abdessemed’s exploration of exile, identity, and memory into the heart of the home. It is an investment in a piece of contemporary history, capturing a moment of profound cultural reflection that remains as relevant today as it was at its inception.
Otázky a odpovede
Môžem si „Also sprach Allah“ od Adel Abdessemed pozrieť pod iným osvetlením?
Dielo „Also sprach Allah“ je možné skúmať vrstvu po vrstve na jeho stránke RTG skenovanie, ktorá funguje ako interaktívny prehliadač inšpirovaný konzervačným svetelným stolom a ponúka jedenaásť optických náhľadov na obraz.
Do ktorej miestnosti sa vzhľadom na farebnú skladbu odporúča „Also sprach Allah“ od Adel Abdessemed?
Vďaka svojej palete v odtieňoch Earthy sa dielo „Also sprach Allah“ od Adel Abdessemed odporúča do miestnosti typu Living Room. Práve farby sú jedným z dôvodov tohto odporúčania.
Sú farby diela „Also sprach Allah“ od Adel Abdessemed živé alebo tlmené?
Farby diela „Also sprach Allah“ od Adel Abdessemed vykazujú Subtle Color saturáciu s intenzitou Monochromatic.



V prípade umeleckých diel alebo reprodukcií, ktorých ktorákoľvek strana je väčšia ako 105 cm (cca 41 palcov), sa rám dodáva v rozloženom stave ako sada. Táto metóda zabezpečuje bezpečnú доставu a chráni pred poškodením počas prepravy.



