Dat Rosa Miel Apibus 2009

"Dat Rosa Miel Apibus" (2009) is a characteristic work by German artist Anselm Kiefer, known for his monumental sculptures and installations that explore themes of history, memory, and the weight of the past. The piece features a stack of books, seemingly aged and weathered, resting on a simple, folding table, a common symbol of domesticity. The table, however, is adorned with numerous small airplanes, suggesting a sense of fragility and the potential for destruction. Kiefer’s use of found objects and layered textures is evident in the work, which invites viewers to reflect on the complex relationship between history, memory, and the present.