Kalif 2015

Eckart Hahn's 2015 painting "Kalif" depicts a white stork with a golden garbage bag hanging over its head, tied with blue string. The hyperrealistic style of the painting draws attention to the absurdity of the situation, questioning societal norms and the often-unseen consequences of consumerism. The juxtaposition of a natural animal with a discarded object evokes a sense of irony, provoking viewers to consider the impact of human actions on the environment.