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People at the center – between war years and Africa's global visions
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Ayeye! Ruth Baumgarte at Iwalewahaus
Ruth Baumgarte in the Iwalewahaus
The new, richly illustrated book revolves around Ruth Baumgarte's conception of humanity – from her early works of the Second World War to the vividly colored African compositions of her later years. In her oeuvre, experiences of the 20th century coalesce into a visual reflection on both threat and renewal, as well as humanity's responsibility towards nature and society.
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Over four decades, Baumgarte (1923–2013) developed a distinctive visual language out of existential urgency, culminating in her Africa cycle. More than forty journeys took her to Africa, where, with a keen eye for people and situations, she grappled with postcolonial realities, social inequalities, and cultural identity. In dialogue with contemporary African artists, this volume explores biographical aspects, humanity, and a global perspective.
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Ed. Renée Gadsden , Sigrid Horsch-Albert
Iwalewahaus, University of Bayreuth
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released on 05/2026
Text: English / German
112 pages, 80 illustrations
21 x 28 cm, hardcover
112 pages, 80 illustrations
21 x 28 cm, hardcover
ISBN: 978-3-7774-4758-2
Keywords
Human image, early works, World War II, African compositions, visual reflection, postcolonial reality, social inequality in art, exhibition, Bayreuth, cultural identity in art
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