Wrapped Reichstag, Berlin, 1971-1995

1995

Christo and Jeanne-Claude

Associated Names
Christo

Artist, American, born Bulgaria, 1935 - 2020

Jeanne-Claude

Artist, American, born Morocco, 1935 - 2009

This is a photograph of a grand building covered in fabric amidst a bustling urban environment. The building is completely wrapped in a silvery, reflective material that drapes and folds. In the foreground, there is a large ornate gateway with a statue on top, situated next to an open area with a fountain. Surrounding the open area are trees. Small figures can be seen walking along pathways and roads, with clusters of bright colors suggesting various activities or gatherings, creating a vibrant scene.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    color photograph by Wolfgang Volz mounted on aluminum panel

  • Credit Line

    Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 50.2 x 40 cm (19 3/4 x 15 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2001.9.21

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Dorothy and Herbert Vogel, New York; gift 2001 to NGA.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right in blue pencil: Christo and Jeanne-Claude

Wikidata ID

Q64145841

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