Vincent Tavenne, Ohne Titel [Untitled], 2003
, Wood, polystyrene, gouache, metal \ 300 x 300 x 4 cm
Kollitsch Collection

The starting point for a comprehensive group of works, which addresses the theme of the circle in all its complex symbolism, lies in the magnificently illustrated Bible moralisée, the Codex Vindobonensis 2554 of the Austrian National Library. The cover picture with 13^th century Gothic lettering shows God as the creator of the world, shaping the earth with an oversized compass. Based on this, Vincent Tavenne depicts the outer edge of this ancient disc as a vast loose object with cosmic sculptural impact.

Vincent Tavenne, Ohne Titel [Untitled], 2003
, Gouache on canvas \ 220 x 160 cm
Kollitsch Collection

Inspired by a mediaeval depiction of God as the creator of the world, this cycle of works by Vincent Tavenne creates gouache paintings and objects of different formats, materials and colours based on the circle whereby the artist draws on the theme of cosmic order. Spirals, wave forms and organic elements unfold endlessly and create universal connections, harmonised in circle forms.