Sigmar Polke - A History of Everything

One of the most compelling painters of the post war era Sigmar Polke is still an important politically edged artist today. Since the 1960’s Polke has experimented with a diverse range of styles and subject matter bringing them together with a unique and experimental range of different materials and techniques.
In a recent exhibition at London’s Tate Modern gallery entitled “History of Everything” (which was originally held in the USA by the Dallas Museum of Art) Polke’s work form the last six years is showcased. In response to the original Dallas setting for the exhibition Polke created several new pieces to be shown, including painting of shooting arcades and that of a gun seller. Throughout the exhibition are references to global politics as well as his interest in surveillance, authority, the breaking down of printing mistakes. In addition to those pieces made in response to the Dallas location are several works specifically referencing London, ranging from new examples...