Hommage und gesellschaftliche Unvernunft (2022) Sculpture by Paul Bán

Paul Bán, a contemporary Austrian sculptor, embarked on his artistic journey studying painting under the tutelage of Prof. Christian Andersen at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna. While Andersen played a pivotal role as his instructor, the sculptor Fritz Wotruba and his theoretical framework also exerted significant influence, particularly as initiators of the presentation of artistic problems.

With over 60 years of professional experience as a freelance interior designer, architect, and designer, Bán has recently turned his attention to sculpture, using this medium as a means to address various social issues. In his own workshop, he crafts sculptures that serve as poignant statements, challenging viewers to reconsider their perspectives on pressing social dilemmas.

Each sculpture created by Bán serves as a powerful commentary on the multitude of unsolved social challenges, expressing his profound sense of outrage toward prevailing circumstances. Through his art, Bán endeavors to provoke contemplation and dialogue, urging society to confront and address these pressing issues with greater urgency and empathy.

• Nationality: AUSTRIA
• Date of birth : 1938
• Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
• Groups: Professional Artist Contemporary Austrian Artists