Zeichen in der Reihe | Wall Reconstruction East Side Gallery by Mirta Domacinovic
special edition
“Zeichen in der Reihe” was originally featured as part of the Berlin Wall’s East Side Gallery
Domacinovic meticulously re-creates the lost or deteriorated segment—maintaining its original visual language—then infuses select contemporary elements
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Status
Archive, 2024
Location
Summer Arts Lounge | Berlin, Germany
Focus Areas
Architectural Restoration, Historical Preservation, Public Art, Cultural Heritage
Artist
Mirta Domacinovic
Mission
The mission is to bridge historical memory with present-day creative expression. Through Althafen Foundation’s support, Domacinovic highlights how preserving and reinventing past designs can keep cultural heritage alive and relevant for modern audiences.
Approach
Domacinovic conducts thorough archival research, retrieving photographs, sketches, and testimonies about the original structure. She then blends traditional reconstruction methods with modern art installation techniques, ensuring authenticity while offering fresh interpretive angles. The foundation coordinates resources, public outreach, and exhibit space, allowing visitors to follow the piece’s historical narrative.
Impact
“Zeichen in der Reihe” stimulates reflection on urban identity and the role of art in preserving collective memory. By unveiling this reconstruction during the Summer Arts Lounge, the project reminds audiences that the arts serve not only to entertain, but also to safeguard and reimagine historical legacies.