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Pierre Haubensak

Pierre Haubensak is a Swiss artist who was born in 1946 and is known for his minimalist sculptures and public art installations. His works often feature abstract, geometric forms that are layered with intricate patterns and textures, showcasing his mastery of form and structure. Haubensak's sculptures are featured in the permanent collections of some of the world's finest museums, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris. Haubensak's artistic style is characterized by a focus on simplicity and the beauty of everyday objects. He often uses simple, everyday materials such as wood, metal, and stone to create his sculptures, which are then carefully crafted to highlight their inherent beauty and structure. His public art installations have been featured in urban areas around the world, including New York, Paris, and Tokyo, and are often designed to interact with their surroundings in unique and unexpected ways. Despite his success as an artist, Haubensak remains relatively unknown outside of art circles. He has never sought out fame or fortune, preferring instead to focus on his craft and the beauty of the world around him. His works continue to inspire and captivate audiences around the world, and his legacy as one of the greatest minimalist sculptors of our time is secure.

Swiss artist, minimalist sculptures, public art installations, abstract, geometric forms

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Pierre Haubensak

Pierre Haubensak is a renowned Swiss artist, born in 1946. He is best known for his sculptures, which are featured in the permanent collections of some of the world's finest museums. His works typically feature abstract, geometric forms layered with intricate patterns and textures. Many of his sculptures fall into the minimalist category, with an emphasis on the beauty and structure of simple, everyday objects. He is also known for his public art installations, which have been featured in urban areas around the world. Among his most iconic works are the sculptures titled “Untitled” and “Maternity”.

Pierre Haubensak, Swiss artist, sculpture, abstract, minimalism, public art.

Mei Wang


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