The fascination of bronze casting - from the workshop to the museum

Experience the art of bronze casting up close

This dialogue takes us into the fascinating world of bronze casting. In the Rieke bronze casting workshop, located in the famous artists' village of Worpswede, we immerse ourselves in the elaborate creation process - from the first model to the finished cast. A special highlight: a bronze casting is prepared especially for our group so that we can experience the impressive moment when the glowing hot bronze flows into the mould. During the tour, there will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions and bring your own small models to discuss the casting process and possible challenges.

Afterwards, there will be time for discussion and networking over lunch in Worpswede - you are welcome to bring your own catalogues or photos.

The second part of the day will take us to the Gerhard Marcks House in Bremen. An exclusive guided tour of the exhibition by Darmstadt artist Thomas Duttenhoefer awaits us here. The museum, which is also a member of Sculpture Network, presents the multifaceted cosmos of his work - from early phases to his most recent sculptures, including numerous bronze sculptures.

Program

(8:15 start in Hanover by private car)

10:15 Meeting in front of the Rieke art foundry in Worpswede

10.30 Start of the guided tour of the foundry

13:00 Lunch and networking

15:00 Meeting at the Gerhard-Marcks-Haus in Bremen

15:30 Start of the guided tour through the exhibition by Thomas Duttenhoefer

17:00 End of the dialogue

Participation

The number of participants is limited.
Maximum 20 participants. Members have priority.

Online registration required by 1 April 2025.
Please use the button "REGISTER NOW"

The programme will be held in German.

Participation fee: 20,00 EUR
Sculpture Network members: 0,00 EUR

To be paid in cash on the spot. 
Including entries and guided tours. Non included: transfer and lunch.

Transfer by private car, carpooling from Hanover at 8:15 possibile, please contact Frank Nordiek.

Contact

This event is organised by Frank Nordiek, Sculpture Network Coordinator in Hannover. If you have any questions about the event or registration, please contact Frank Nordiek or info@sculpture-network.org

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