Menschensohn 2009

"Menschensohn," a 2009 work by German artist Sigmar Polke, is a captivating piece of art that challenges the viewer's perception. The piece depicts a window with a grid of 12 silhouettes, resembling both a vase and a human face in profile, creating a visual illusion. This artwork is characteristic of Polke's work, which explored a range of mediums, including painting, photography, and sculpture, and often focused on themes of perception, illusion, and the interplay between reality and representation. The use of black silhouettes against a bright background, combined with the intriguing ambiguity of the form, makes "Menschensohn" a powerful exploration of these complex themes.