David Barclay Knihy

Focusing on the emancipation of slaves in Jamaica, this account offers a unique glimpse into the historical context of slavery and abolition. It is part of Sabin Americana, a collection that spans over 400 years of documents related to the Americas, featuring original works, political tracts, and cultural insights. The digital scans of these documents make them accessible to a wide audience, including libraries and scholars, providing valuable perspectives on society, politics, and significant events from the late 15th century to the early 20th century.

Klaus Staudt, born in 1932, is a prominent figure in Germany's constructive-concrete art scene. His involvement in the New Tendencies avant-garde movement during the mid-1960s, with exhibitions in cities like Zagreb, Milan, Venice, and Paris, established his international reputation. During this period, he began creating matrixed space shadow reliefs, which became a defining feature of his work. Staudt's artistic focus lies in transcending the limitations of two-dimensionality through the interplay of light and shadow, encouraging viewer participation. This publication highlights his creations from the past two decades, illustrating the evolution of his unique form language. Initially characterized by closed structures and volumes in the early 1990s, his recent works have transformed into expansive sculptures with suspended elements, infusing a sense of dance-like fluidity. The catalogue captures the continuous variation and development of Staudt's artistic expression, reflecting his ongoing exploration of space and perception in art.