MANFRED KIELNHOFER (Haslach an der Mühl, Austria, 1967). "Guardians of time". Sculpture in 3D printing, copy 30/99. Signed and titled on the base. Enclosed certificate of the artist. Measurements: 33 x 43 x 40 cm. Manfred Kielnhofer was born in Haslach an der Mühl, Austria. He is self-taught and works with different media; including painting, film, photography, installation, performance and sculpture. His work often deals with the human figure and its different forms and movements, focusing mainly on the peculiarities of human nature. He uses the human form as a tool, whether on canvas or in sculpture. The staging of the figures at major events such as the Berlin Festival of Lights is just as important to the artist as the technical perfection of the individual figures. "Guardians of Time" relates to the idea that since the beginning of time mankind has had protectors, both for historical and mystical reasons. It seems that only man himself is a potential source of danger to his own existence. In his works of art, Manfred Kielnhofer deals with the natural human desire for security. His work therefore reflects a genuine exploration, consideration and discussion of the current and historical moods and sensibilities of his social environment. His works of art captivate with elaborate combinations of light and different technique reflected in the folds of the garments.