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The Heidler & Heeps collaborations are creative representations of Natasha Heidler and Richard Heeps’, personal past and their personalities. Tapes are significant in both their live...

Christian Rothmann ROBOTNICS Series C-Print 2019 Edition S (Edition of 10) 12 x 8.3 inches (30.5 x 21 cm) Signed, dated and numbered verso Other Edition Sizes available: - Edition M (Edition of 6) 35.4 x 23.6 inches (90 x 60 cm) - Edition L (Edition of 6) 47.2 x 31.5 inches (120 x 80 cm) - Edition XL (Edition of 3) 88.8 x 58.8 inches (225 x 150 cm) PUR - Price Upon Request -------------- Since 1979 Christian Rothmann had more than 40 solo and 80 group exhibitions worldwide. Christian Rothmann had guest lectures, residencies, art fairs and biennials in Europe, Japan, USA, Australia and Korea. Christian Rothmann (born 1954 in Kędzierzyn, Poland ) is a painter, photographer, and graphic artist.⁠ ⁠ In 1976 he first studied at the “Hochschule für Gestaltung” in Offenbach, Germany and moved to Berlin in 1977, where he graduated in 1983 at the “Hochschule der Künste”. From 1983 to 1995 he taught at the university as a lecturer and as an artist with a focus on screenprinting and American art history. To date, a versatile body of work has been created, which includes not only paintings but also long-standing photo projects, videos, and public art.⁠ ⁠ Guest lectures, teaching assignments, scholarships and exhibitions regularly lead Rothmann to travel home and abroad.⁠ ------------------------ Rothmann's Robots These creatures date back to another era, and they connect the past and the future. They were found by Christian Rothmann, a Berlin artist, collector and traveler through time and the world: In shops in Germany and Japan, Israel and America, his keen eye picks out objects cast aside by previous generations, but which lend themselves to his own work. In a similar way, he came across a stash of historic toy robots of varied provenance collected by a Berlin gallery owner many years ago. Most of them were screwed and riveted together in the 1960s and 70s by Metal House, a Japanese company that still exists today. In systematically photographing these humanoids made of tin - and later plastic - Rothmann is paraphrasing the idea of appropriation art. Unknown names designed and made the toys, which some five decades on, Rothmann depicts and emblematizes in his extensive photo sequence. In their photographs of Selim Varol's vast toy collection, his German colleagues Daniel and Geo Fuchs captured both the stereotypical and individual in plastic figures that imitate superheroes which were and still are generally manufactured somewhere in Asia. Christian Rothmann looks his robots deep in their artificially stylized, painted or corrugated eyes - or more aptly, their eye slits - and although each has a certain degree of individuality, the little figures remain unknown to us; they project nothing and are not alter egos. Rothmann trains his lens on their faces and expressions, and thus, his portraits are born. Up extremely close, dust, dents, and rust become visible. In other words, what we see is time-traces of time that has passed since the figures were made, or during their period in a Berlin attic, and - considering that he robots date back to Rothmann's childhood - time lived by the photographer and recipients of his pictures. But unlike dolls, these mechanical robots bear no reference to the ideal of beauty at the time of their manufacture, and their features are in no way modeled on a concrete child's face. In this art project the robots appear as figures without a context, photographed face-on, cropped in front of a neutral background and reduced to their qualities of form. But beyond the reproduction and documentation a game with surfaces is going on; our view lingers on the outer skin of the object, or on the layer over it. The inside - which can be found beneath - is to an extent metaphysical, occurring inside the observer's mind. Only rarely is there anything to see behind the robot's helmet. When an occasional human face does peer out, it turns the figure into a robot-like protective casing for an astronaut of the future. If we really stop and think about modern toys, let's say those produced from the mid 20th century, when Disney and Marvel films were already stimulating a massive appetite for merchandising, the question must be: do such fantasy and hybrid creatures belong, does something like artificial intelligence already belong to the broader community of humans and animals? It is already a decade or two since the wave of Tamagotchis washed in from Japan, moved children to feed and entertain their newly born electronic chicks in the way they would a real pet, or to run the risk of seeing them die. It was a new form of artificial life, but the relationship between people and machines becomes problematic when the machines or humanoid robots have excellent fine motor skills and artificial intelligence and sensitivity on a par with, or even greater than that of humans. Luckily we have not reached that point yet, even if Hollywood adaptations would have us believe we are not far away. Rothmann's robots are initially sweet toys, and each toy is known to have a different effect on children and adults. They are conceived by (adult) designers as a means of translating or retelling history or reality through miniature animals, knights, and soldiers. In the case of monsters, mythical creatures, and robots, it is more about creating visions of the future and parallel worlds. Certainly, since the success of fantasy books and films such as Lord of the Rings or The Hobbit, we see the potential for vast enthusiasm for such parallel worlds. 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Heidler & Heeps Ten Piece Blues Installation. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully mesmerising collectio...

ICES, by Richard Heeps, photographed at the British Seaside at the end of summer 2020. This artwork is about evoking memories of the simple joy of days by the beach. The turquoise te...

Blondie Blue By BATIK Archival pigment pop art print of pop culture icon Debbie Harry of punk rock glam band Blondie BATIK is a London based fine artist and image maker. Produced...

Heidler & Heeps Vinyl Collection Sixteen Piece Multi-color Square Installation. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this...

Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully mesmerising collection. A celebration of the vinyl record and analo...

Sun 45, from Richard Heeps Dream in Colour series. Captured in a classic Airstream RV featuring everybody's favourite Johnny Cash song 'I Walk the Line'. The warm colour tones in th...

Heidler and Heeps Vinyl Collection 'Press Conference Cobalt Blue'. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully ...

ICES Mustard Yellow, Purple, Green and Baby Blue, bold colour blocking pop art street photography from Richard Heeps series, On-Sea. Created as an ode to childhood visits to grandpar...

Heidler and Heeps Vinyl Collection 'Press Conference Turquoise'. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully me...

Dice - One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six. Set of six framed ready to hang artworks. This installation comprises of 6 individually framed artworks each measuring 24" x 24" x 1.5". Th...

Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully mesmerising collection. A celebration of the vinyl record and analo...

Darth Bowie 2022 by B A T I K Oversize limited edition - Pop Art Mint Archival pigment print by the London based contemporary pop art image creator an...

Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully mesmerising collection. A celebration of the vinyl record and analogue technology, which reflects the artists practice within photography. This record features a vintage seafoam green Buddy Holly...

This photograph of Bob Fosse and the cast of his Broadway hit 'Big Deal' was taken in 1986 for the cover of Dance Magazine. One of Mitchell's most beautiful color photographs. This e...

30 Cents Singapore Orchid Pink, from the Heidler & Heeps Stamp Collection. This historic postage stamps that make up the Heidler & Heeps Stamp Collection, Singapore Series 'Postcards from Afar' have been given a twenty-first century pop art lease of life. The fine detailed tapestry of the original small postage stamp has been brought to life, made unique by the franking stamp and Heidler & Heeps specialist darkroom process. This artwork is a limited edition of 25 gloss photographic, accompanied by signed and numbered certificate of authenticity. It requires professional framing. This artwork is available in other sizes. Be sure to look at Heidler & Heeps other artworks listed on 1stDibs as they are great paired for interior design projects. Following on from the hugely successful ‘Vinyl Collection’, Natasha Heidler & Richard Heeps have collaborated again, drawing from the childhood past time of stamp collecting...

ICES, by Richard Heeps, photographed at the British Seaside at the end of summer 2020. This artwork is about evoking memories of the simple joy of days by the beach. The mustard yell...

Heidler and Heeps Vinyl Collection 'Press Conference Fuchsia Pink'. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully...

ICES, by Richard Heeps, photographed at the British Seaside at the end of summer 2020. This artwork is about evoking memories of the simple joy of days by the beach. The blue teal co...

Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully mesmerising collection. A celebration of the vinyl record and analo...

ICES, by Richard Heeps, photographed at the British Seaside at the end of summer 2020. This artwork is about evoking memories of the simple joy of days by the beach. The mustard yell...

Army Of Me II - Oversize limited edition - Pop Art - Muhammad Ali by the London based contemporary pop art image creator and artist, BATIK. Measures 40 x 30" inches / 101 x 76 cm ...

Heidler & Heeps Vinyl Collection Sixteen Piece Multicolor Square Installation. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this ...

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun! by B A T I K signed limited edition POP ART print Paper Size Oversize 40 x 30" inches / 101 x 76 cm Signed & numbered by artist on front Archival Pigment print Limited to 10 only Featuring police arrest mugshot photos of Anna Nicole Smith, Heather Locklear...

Las Vegas Pool Supplies, perfect pop-art kitsch from Richard Heeps in this American roadside 'Sign Porn' photography. This artwork is a limited edition of 25 gloss photographic prin...

Dice - One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six. Set of six framed ready to hang artworks. This installation comprises of 6 individually framed artworks each measuring 16" x 16" x 1.5". Th...

Limbo, 2018 From The Series Of Arte Erotica by Alen Opsar Archival pigment print AP Portraying herself like virgin mother to society, her soul wanders in Limbo to find and to accept...

Heidler and Heeps Vinyl Collection 7" A Side Compilation. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully mesmerisi...

Press Conference, from the Heidler & Heeps Vinyl Collection. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully mesmerising collection. A celebration of the vinyl record and analogue technology, which reflects the artists practice within photography. This record features a purple David Bowie Record...

Heidler & Heeps B Side Vinyl Nine Piece Installation. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully mesmerising c...

Heidler & Heeps Vinyl Collection Ten Piece Multicolor Installation. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully...

From the 2018 Singapore Series, Postcards from afar. This artwork is a limited edition of 25, gloss photographic print. Accompanied by a signed and numbered certificate of authentic...

Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully mesmerising collection. A celebration of the vinyl record and analo...

Pink Bardot Triptych - Hand Signed Limited Edition Archival Pigment Print A beautifully crafted pop art composite of the French sex symbol and French Cinema icon that is Brigitte ...

Darth Elvis - limited edition - Darth Vader Elvis Pop Art Mint Archival pigment print by the London based contemporary pop art image creator and artist, BATIK. Measures 20 x 16...

Fun Loving Criminals II by BATIK signed limited edition POP ART print Paper Size Oversize 40 x 30" inches / 101 x 76 cm Signed & numbered by artist on front Archival Pigment print ...

ICES Viridian Green, Lilac Purple and Melondrama Coral Orange, bold colour blocking pop art street photography from Richard Heeps series, On-Sea. Created as an ode to childhood visit...

The Heidler & Heeps collaborations are creative representations of Natasha Heidler and Richard Heeps’, personal past and their personalities. Tapes are significant in both their live...

The Cook Bank Building, in Rhyolite, Nevada, is a metaphor for the ghost town in which it sits. Once booming in the gold rush, these historic relics are ...

Darth Elvis - Hand Signed Limited Edition Archival Pigment Print This piece is a fun and modern reworking of actor and singer Elvis Presley, dressed as Star Wars' Darth Vader. B...

This photograph of artist Louise Nevelson was taken in 1974 in Nevelson's home in Manhattan. One of Mitchell's most beautiful color photographs. This exhibition print is 17 x 22". Co...

Set of three ready to hang framed artworks in joyful shades of yellow, featuring Richard Heeps 'ICES' in Mustard Yellow, Sherbet Yellow and Sunshine Yellow....

Part of Richard Heeps 'Dream in Colour' Series, this is one of his classic American signs. This artwork is a limited edition of 25, gloss photographic print. Accompanied by a signed...

ICES, by Richard Heeps, photographed at the British Seaside at the end of summer 2020. This artwork is about evoking memories of the simple joy of days by the beach. The monochrome g...

Side One (Lemon & Lime), from the Heidler & Heeps Vinyl Collection. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifull...

Acting Tough by BATIK signed limited edition POP ART print Paper Size Oversize 40 x 30" inches / 101 x 76 cm Signed & numbered by a...

NOMAD, New York, photography by Richard Heeps capturing the iconic Empire State building in the mist as part of his series The Streets of New York. A sequence of photographs capturin...

Bitchin', part of Richard Heeps 'Man's Ruin' Series. This cool 'Bitchin' decal was shot at 4am at the Hemsby Rock 'n' Roll Weekender. This artwork is a limited edition of 25, gloss ...

Two independently successful fine art photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautifully mesmerising collection. A celebration of the vinyl r...

Salt, Pepper and Vinegar make up this still life photograph, taken in a Clacton-on-Sea cafe at the seaside in the year of the great British staycation. It has been taken in true Rich...

A vintage rainbow parasol, poolside at the El Morocco Motel, Las Vegas, Nevada, overlooked by palm trees, blue skies and iconic neon signs. Part of Richard ...

The Heidler & Heeps collaborations are creative representations of Natasha Heidler and Richard Heeps’, personal past and their personalities. Tapes are significant in both their live...

Richard Heeps' eye for capturing "Sign Porn" has meant he is extremely popular in this genre. He has a big collection of "Signs" from around the world and he is always adding to them...

Richard captured the iconic childhood favourite King Kong when he was commissioned to document Preston Hall Museum in 2009 before it underwent a remodelling. His unique eye creates a...

Heidler & Heeps Vinyl Collection Twenty-One Piece Rainbow Installation. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make this beautif...

A sparkly pink dice suspended on a black background, hypnotically curious in both content and technique, viewers find themselves pleasantly puzzled. Heidler & Heeps have developed th...

'The Road to Death Valley', taken in the Majove Desert, California, features a clouded blue sky met my mountains on the horizon. This American landscape artwork is part of Richard He...

All Rights Reserved (Psychedelic Ombre), from the Heidler & Heeps Vinyl Collection. Acclaimed contemporary photographers, Richard Heeps and Natasha Heidler have collaborated to make...

Liberty Multi-Colour Mosaic, from the Heidler & Heeps American Stamp Collection, these historic postage stamps are given a twenty-first century pop art...