Ratingen Swimming Pool (1987) by Andreas Gursky

Ratingen Swimming Pool - Andreas Gursky - 1987

Artwork Information

TitleRatingen Swimming Pool
ArtistAndreas Gursky
Date1987

About Ratingen Swimming Pool

The artwork titled “Ratingen Swimming Pool,” created by Andreas Gursky in 1987, falls under the genre of photography.

This piece showcases a serene and expansive view of a swimming pool area, capturing the leisurely activities of individuals both in the water and around the periphery. The photo depicts a large, geometrically-shaped swimming pool surrounded by a meticulously organized arrangement of poolside benches and lounging individuals. Beyond the pool, a lush green landscape stretches out, dotted with people relaxing on the grass. The scene exudes a sense of calm and communal enjoyment, characterized by the subtle interactions and activities of the people captured by Gursky’s lens. The meticulous composition and expansive scale are hallmarks of Gursky’s photographic style, offering viewers a detailed and observational snapshot of everyday life.

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