Aug 15, 2025
Gerd Rothmann, Achilles‘ Heel, molded round Fritz’ Scheur’s heel, 1978 — An unconventional dialogue with the human body
Influenced by the Bauhaus philosophy of kinetics and human experience, Gerd Rothman developed what is considered his “most convincing work in an unconventional dialogue with the human body.” He introduced body casts into the arena of artistic jewellery by concentrating on forms of reflection and contact with personal associations. His work really allowed people to interpret traditional forms of jewellery.
