S.H. und die Liebe zum Stoff 2000

"S.H. und die Liebe zum Stoff" (2000) by Sigmar Polke depicts a hand reaching through a barred window toward a chained heart. This iconic image of love constrained by barriers is superimposed on a background of Euro bills and coins, referencing the relationship between passion and material wealth. Polke, known for his politically charged and often satirical works, uses the juxtaposition of these elements to explore themes of desire, materialism, and societal constraints. The work's bold graphic style and use of mixed media exemplifies his signature approach to artmaking.