The artwork, titled “Aurora,” created by artist Anselm Kiefer in 2013, belongs to the New European Painting and Neo-Expressionism art movements. Classified as a figurative genre piece, this work exemplifies Kiefer’s exploration of thematic and symbolic elements.
In “Aurora,” an ethereal journey through color and form is apparent. The artwork features a dynamic aircraft soaring through a watercolor sky, painted in rich shades of blue and purple. Beneath the plane, the sky transitions into a lighter hue, marked by soft, diffused clouds. As the scene progresses downward, a brilliant, warm burst of orange and yellow mimics the horizon at sunrise or sunset, infusing the composition with a glow reminiscent of the aurora phenomenon. The handwritten text written across the piece adds a layer of introspection and depth, further drawing the viewer into Kiefer’s evocative expression.
