Stephan Balkenhol New Bronze Sculptures 2026 - Man in a White Shirt and Black Pants - Venus | FRANK FLUEGEL GALERIE

Karlsruhe, Nuremberg, Kitzbuehel, April 2026

German sculptor Stephan Balkenhol unveiled two new bronze sculptures in April 2026.

The sculptures are titled "Man in a White Shirt and Black Pants 2026" and "Venus 2026." Both are 68 cm tall and were produced in an edition of 30. The Stephan Balkonhol sculptures are both available for sale at FRANK FLUEGEL GALERIE. The sculptures can bee seen from April 8th 2026 till January 20th 2027.

"Man in a White Shirt and Black Pants 2026" is a hand-painted bronze sculpture that is signed and numbered on the base. Venus is, of course, also signed. While one sculpture depicts the man in black pants and a white shirt typical of Balkenhol-this time with his hands folded-the second bronze depicts a young woman in a white skirt and black blouse. The two works can be displayed as a pair, with the contrast between the black and white clothing particularly striking.
Stephan Balkenhol is one of the most significant contemporary German sculptors. He is known for his figures carved from tree trunks and painted in color, which are often interpreted as representations of "everyman." Stephan Balkenhol will turn 70 in 2027.

Stephan Balkenhol sculptures are also on display at the current Art Cologne Palma de Mallorca Fair in April 2026.

The human figure is at the center of Stephan Balkenhol's work. Mostly they are alone, but occasionally they are also accompanied by animals or architectural elements. The figures we encounter in his roughly hewn and painted wood or bronze sculptures are anonymous, reserved, even emotionless. A man in black pants and a white shirt is chained to a sphere that, upon closer inspection, represents a globe. A distorted image, the imagination? Balkenhol captures unassuming moments. The people he depicts are completely absorbed in themselves. They appear relaxed, unbiased, detached. Although their gaze is directed at us, it often seems empty. This reinforces their enigmatic mystery. When Balkenhol studied at the Hamburg University of Fine Arts under Ulrich Rückriem and Sigmar Polke, his figurative compositions stood in contrast to the prevailing abstract and conceptual art. His works are not portraits in the concrete sense: they neither depict a specific person nor are they signs or symbols for people.

Balkenhol's use of wood, bronze, and traditional carving methods creates a direct, tactile connection between the viewer and the figure. His style, often described as a return to figurative sculpture in contemporary art, is known for its raw, almost unfinished texture. This rawness enhances the sense of the figure's humanity. Despite his constrained posture, the man remains relatable, imperfect, and, in his quiet endurance, very much alive.
Stephan Balkenhol has had numerous exhibitions in Germany and Europe. The sculpture "Teddy Bear" was presented at the Frank Fluegel Gallery as early as 2025.

The sculptures are cast in bronze, an alloy of copper and other metals (particularly tin) that has been used since antiquity. It is an ideal metal for high-quality art castings that will endure for thousands of years.

FRANK FLUEGEL GALERIE, with locations in Nuremberg and Kitzbühel, has specialized in high-quality original works of Pop Art, street art, and contemporary art for twenty-five years.

Art collectors can find artworks, prints, and unique pieces by popular and emerging artists such as Adam Handler, Katherine Bernhardt, Sol Felpeto, Jon Burgerman, Alex Katz, David Shrigley, Kenny Scharf, Hunt Slonem, Orit Fuchs, Nathan Paddison, Fanny Brodar, and Julian Opie at market-driven prices.
Of course, original editions and paintings by highly sought-after and valuable artists such as Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Harland Miller, Tom Wesselmann, Sean Scully, Gerhard Richter, Ross Bleckner, Allen Jones, Thomas Ruff, and Mel Bochner are also available for purchase. Artists popular with collectors worldwide-including David Gerstein, Peter Doig, Jeff Koons, George Condo, Willem de Kooning, Salvatore Emblema, Tanya Ling, Gabriele Münter, Gerhard Richter, Stefan Rinck, Kuldeep Singh, Günther Uecker, Tracey Emin, Raqib Shaw, Derrick Adams, and Robert Longo-are also represented in the portfolio of this internationally renowned gallery.

Exhibitions and shows take place on a regular basis in the centrally located gallery spaces in Nuremberg and Kitzbühel. FRANK FLUEGEL GALERIE - The Art of Reinventing Value. In the unique online shop, collectors can purchase artworks around the clock. Participation in international art fairs and solo shows round out the program of this renowned gallery.

The rapidly growing street art segment is perfectly complemented by successful artists such as Mr. Brainwash (Thierry Guetta), XOOOOX, Punk Me Tender, Fringe the Artist, Max Mavior, and John Crash Matos.
Of course, the owner-managed gallery also offers design objects, paintings, and vintage furniture by Maurizio Cattelan, Paul Smith, Richard Orlinski, and Pierre Jeanerette for sale.

For 25 years, the gallery has successfully sold works by trendy artists all over the world. The gallery's clients are located in London, New York, and Singapore, as well as in Dubai, Lima, and Miami.
Many of the artworks on offer can be purchased and taken home immediately during an in-person visit, as they are in stock. For some artists, rising prices are expected due to high demand. Artworks are rising in price and have shown solid appreciation over the years.

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FRANK FLUEGEL GALERIE
Obere Woerthstrasse 12
90403 Nuremberg

Josef-Pirchl-Str. 6
6370 Kitzbühel
AUSTRIA

https://www.frankfluegel.com

FRANK FLUEGEL GALERIE, with locations in Nuremberg and Kitzbühel, has specialized in high-quality original works of Pop Art, street art, and contemporary art for twenty-five years.

Art collectors can find artworks, prints, and unique pieces by popular and emerging artists such as Adam Handler, Katherine Bernhardt, Sol Felpeto, Jon Burgerman, Alex Katz, David Shrigley, Kenny Scharf, Hunt Slonem, Orit Fuchs, Nathan Paddison, Fanny Brodar, and Julian Opie at market-driven prices.
Of course, original editions and paintings by highly sought-after and valuable artists such as Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Harland Miller, Tom Wesselmann, Sean Scully, Gerhard Richter, Ross Bleckner, Allen Jones, Thomas Ruff, and Mel Bochner are also available for purchase. Artists popular with collectors worldwide-including David Gerstein, Peter Doig, Jeff Koons, George Condo, Willem de Kooning, Salvatore Emblema, Tanya Ling, Gabriele Münter, Gerhard Richter, Stefan Rinck, Kuldeep Singh, Günther Uecker, Tracey Emin, Raqib Shaw, Derrick Adams, and Robert Longo-are also represented in the portfolio of this internationally renowned gallery.

Exhibitions and shows take place on a regular basis in the centrally located gallery spaces in Nuremberg and Kitzbühel. FRANK FLUEGEL GALERIE - The Art of Reinventing Value. In the unique online shop, collectors can purchase artworks around the clock. Participation in international art fairs and solo shows round out the program of this renowned gallery.

The rapidly growing street art segment is perfectly complemented by successful artists such as Mr. Brainwash (Thierry Guetta), XOOOOX, Punk Me Tender, Fringe the Artist, Max Mavior, and John Crash Matos.
Of course, the owner-managed gallery also offers design objects, paintings, and vintage furniture by Maurizio Cattelan, Paul Smith, Richard Orlinski, and Pierre Jeanerette for sale.

For 25 years, the gallery has successfully sold works by trendy artists all over the world. The gallery's clients are located in London, New York, and Singapore, as well as in Dubai, Lima, and Miami.
Many of the artworks on offer can be purchased and taken home immediately during an in-person visit, as they are in stock. For some artists, rising prices are expected due to high demand. Artworks are rising in price and have shown solid appreciation over the years.

FRANK FLUEGEL GALERIE
Obere Woerthstrasse 12
90403 Nuremberg

Josef-Pirchl-Str. 6
6370 Kitzbühel
AUSTRIA

https://www.frankfluegel.com

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