Artwork details
- Medium : Stone Without Stand
- Dimensions : Length: 7.9in, Height: 11.8in, Depth: 7.9in
About this artwork
The depiction of a monk whose mischievous smile makes the viewer doubt whether he is actually smiling or whether he is up to something
a tongue-in-cheek confrontation with faith itself, but a symbol for the current problems of the Catholic Church. Where does honesty begin?
Material: sandstone (Wachau)
Weight: about 10kg
a tongue-in-cheek confrontation with faith itself, but a symbol for the current problems of the Catholic Church. Where does honesty begin?
Material: sandstone (Wachau)
Weight: about 10kg
Thomas Karg
Austria
Credentials
- Group shows participant
- Experienced Artist
- Works on commission
« To see what others carelessly consider, to work it out and tell stories about it. »
Thomas Karg is a sculptor based in Austria whose works have been exhibited nationally. Through his narrative based pieces, he explores themes relating to human nature and romance, but also socially critical messages regarding wealth and poverty. In his artistic process, Karg most often employs stone or wood, placing importance on keeping the natural contours of his materials.