The artwork, titled “Aufbereitungsanlagen,” was created by artists Bernd and Hilla Becher in 2007. The medium used for the piece is gelatin silver print, a traditional black-and-white photographic process. This work is associated with the Conceptual Art movement and falls under the genre of architectural photography.
The artwork features a grid of sixteen monochromatic photographs, each capturing a distinct view of large industrial buildings, specifically coal-preparation plants. The structures are depicted with meticulous attention to detail, emphasizing their geometric forms and functional design. The stark contrast in these gelatin silver prints highlights the textures and materials used in the construction of the buildings. The uniformity in composition and the systematic presentation reflect the Bechers’ methodical approach to documenting industrial architecture, aligning with their conceptual focus on typologies and the aesthetics of functional structures.
