Adalbertstrasse 2008-2010 Marcus Weber

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Marcus Weber's series of paintings from 2008-2010 resembles a vibrant curio collection that captures the urban conditions of Berlin with a blend of sensuality and analytical depth. Each work features suspenseful variations of a horizontal and vertical visual structure, characterized by a clear geometric design. The colorful sidewalk strips occupy the bottom third, while an architectural backdrop, resembling a modular construction of geometric shapes, rises above. Fluffy brushwork adds lettering that identifies various establishments like billboards or fish stores. Diverse figurative personnel, depicted with unique postures and gestures, animate the architectural framework, creating a dynamic city scene filled with keenly observed characters. The lively and colorful presentation stems not only from a joyful approach to painting but also from a realistic social study, subtly observing a heterogeneous array of individuals with irony. While the paintings may evoke the comic book adaptations of the 1960s and remind viewers of artists like Philip Guston and George Condo, they also align with Berlin's tradition of milieu descriptions, reminiscent of George Grosz and Karl Hubbuch. However, Weber's work stands out for its lack of sarcasm or cynicism in portraying the human condition.