SternenfallAnselm KieferNone

530.0 x 456.0 cm
MAXXI National Museum of XXI Century Arts

The starry sky motif present in Anselm Kiefer’s work since the 1980s is the protagonist in the Falling Stars cycle to which Sternenfall belongs. The German artist’s sky is an archive in which every star is identified by the alphanumerical code used by NASA to classify celestial bodies. Lines drawn to link points trace imaginary constellations. A number of codes transcribed on glass plaques are found on the floor, under the canvas: these are the fallen starts that establish a dialogue between sky and earth. The work also alludes to German history and in particular the Holocaust. The numbers on the canvas recall those tattooed on the arms of the Jew imprisoned in the Nazi camps. Historical memory, a key concept in Kiefer’s work, is entwined with the cosmic theme in an indissoluble whole.

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About this artwork

Title: Sternenfall
Artist: Anselm Kiefer
Original dimensions: 530.0 x 456.0 cm
Format: Landscape
Copyright status: Under copyright
Where to see it: MAXXI National Museum of XXI Century Arts
Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
Perceived brightness: bright

Questions & Answers

How light is "Sternenfall" overall?

The perceived brightness of "Sternenfall" by Anselm Kiefer is bright. It can be matched to the light of the intended space.

Which museum holds the original "Sternenfall"?

"Sternenfall" by Anselm Kiefer is on display at the MAXXI National Museum of XXI Century Arts, Rome, Italy. The museum listing refers to the original work, not to reproductions.

Who created "Sternenfall"?

The artist behind "Sternenfall" is Anselm Kiefer. The work is catalogued under Anselm Kiefer's name.

What luminance does "Sternenfall" by Anselm Kiefer have?

The luminance recorded for "Sternenfall" by Anselm Kiefer is gentle luminance.

What are the dimensions of the original "Sternenfall" by Anselm Kiefer?

"Sternenfall" measures 530 x 456 cm in its original form. Original dimensions are a useful reference when choosing a reproduction size.

What orientation does "Sternenfall" by Anselm Kiefer have?

"Sternenfall" by Anselm Kiefer is a landscape composition. The proportions are worth checking before choosing a print size.

How intense are the colors in "Sternenfall" by Anselm Kiefer?

"Sternenfall" by Anselm Kiefer shows a monochromatic color intensity.