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Gottfried Helnwein is an Austrian-Irish visual artist known for his diverse range of artistic techniques and media. He has worked as a painter, draftsman, photographer, muralist, sculptor, installation and performance artist [2]. His work explores psychological and sociological anxiety, historical issues, and political topics, with a focus on the human condition [2].

Notable Works:

"Ninth November Night" (1988): This installation, located between the Ludwig Museum and Cologne Cathedral, references the Nazi rule and the Holocaust [2].

"Epiphany I (Adoration of the Magi)" (1996): A significant work that features the image of a wounded child, symbolizing the scars of physical and emotional trauma [2].

"Disasters of War 3" (2007): This artwork addresses the horrors of war and its impact on innocent lives [2].

"The Murmur of the Innocents 14" (2010): Another piece that focuses on the suffering of children, both physically and emotionally [2].

"I Walk Alone" (2003): This mixed media artwork explores themes of isolation and introspection [2].

"Peinlich" (1971): One of Helnwein's early works, it reflects his interest in taboo and controversial subjects [2].

Collaborations:

Helnwein has collaborated with various musicians and bands, including the Rolling Stones, Scorpions, Rammstein, and Marilyn Manson. He has created artworks for album covers and stage designs, notably for Manson's "The Golden Age of Grotesque" [2].

Background:

Gottfried Helnwein was born in Vienna in 1948, shortly after World War II. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna and currently resides in Ireland, where he owns Castle Gurteen de la Poer, as well as Los Angeles [2].