realistic 1998

"realistic" is a sound installation by German artist Carsten Nicolai, created in 1998. The work features a series of framed images, each depicting a unique, minimalist drawing of a shape within a square. The minimal, almost invisible lines of the drawings are reminiscent of electronic signals, complementing the tape recorder placed below. Nicolai, also known as *alva noto*, is known for his explorations of sound and its visual representations. He invites viewers to engage with the visual and sonic elements of the piece, creating a captivating experience that challenges traditional notions of art and sound.