It all began in early January 2024. We frequently walk our dogs in the Museum Voorlinden area, an inspiring environment that is perfect for displaying large-scale sculptures in a natural setting. Last year, it was the approximately 60 human figures by Anthony Gormley, and this year, two impressive towers suddenly arose in the midst of the dunes. At first, I thought it was a work by Atelier van Lieshout, but upon inquiry, it turned out to be a masterpiece by Anselm Kiefer.
In early January, certain pathways to the dune area were closed off and a bridge was reinforced. Shortly after, the 800-meter path was elevated by 80 cm and leveled, with plates added for heavy machinery to drive on. It was a sudden transformation. Walls of stacked cubes were delivered and it became clear that a sculpture would be installed, as two foundations were laid for erecting a structure. It turned out to be two towers of different sizes. I estimate that one tower is about 19 meters tall and the other about 16 meters. It’s fascinating to see this artwork being built over the weeks, as not only the artwork itself is admirable, but also the technical and financial efforts that were put into making it happen. Now, approximately 6 weeks after the project began, the installation is complete. A unique location for a unique Kiefer piece, one that is a “must-see” for anyone who visits the Museum Voorlinden, to admire and appreciate the accomplishment in a setting like no other
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