Presentation Dispoara: Art against displacement and persecution in Homburg!

Presentation Dispoara: Art against displacement and persecution in Homburg!

Peter Spiegel, an 81-year-old artist, presents an impressive exhibition in the Homburg district office entitled "Dispoara", which means as much as expulsion and strain. This exhibition draws your inspiration from the dark chapters of history, including visiting the Buchenwald concentration camp and the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. This date not only has a special cultural connection, but also serves as a framework for the profound topics of the exhibition. In addition, [rheinpfalz.de] (https://www.rheinpfalz.de/lokal/zweibruecken_artikel ,-bilder-und- symbole-zum-7-oktober-_arid.5819544.html) reports that the works can be seen by November 7, 2023.

With its 26 works of art, which are presented in a creative “Petersburg Hanging”, Spiegel shows various facets of persecution and threats, especially towards Jewish people. About half of this work shows the Davidstern, a symbol that is deeply rooted in Jewish culture. The reliefs were made from archaic materials such as jute, sisal and clay and impressively express the dark topic with their covered colors. But in the midst of this trumpy there are also bright spots: bright elements such as mirrors and gold decorations create hope for a look at a happier future.

A central work of art and diverse topics

A central piece of the exhibition is the gilded "portal", which symbolically stands for a positive perspective. In other reliefs, Spiegel addresses the role of women in Islam with an "anonymous portrait". A work that honors the hostages of Hamas is also shown in the form of a white and black figure. In the center of the wall is the relief "torn land", which represents Israel and thus makes the dispute and the challenges of identity tangible.

In addition, works can also be found in the exhibition, symbolizing destruction and loss, including "desert and empty" and a relief with a destroyed window. This versatility calls for visitors: inside, thinking about the dark sides of mankind and reflecting the importance of art in times of crisis.

Vernissage and registration

The vernissage will take place on October 7th at 6 p.m. The speakers include District Administrator Frank John, curator Jutta Schwan and Peter Spiegel herself. The visitors should register in advance due to the access restrictions. The exhibition is open from Monday to Thursday between 8 and 12 and from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

In recent years, artists have often tried to point out human dignity and cultural heritage with their work. A special source of inspiration is the reports of artists: inside that created art during the Holocaust under extreme conditions. These works, which often serve as a protest against the inhuman conditions and as a documentation of humanity in the darkest times of history, show the power of creativity in dealing with suffering and loss. According to yadvashem.org, many portraits that were created during this time embody the relentless fight against dehumanization and forgetting.

The exhibition "Dispoara" can therefore be viewed not only as a art show, but also as a real back to history and humanity, which has not gone out in the darkest hours.