(ca. 1.60x2 m)

Humanitarian Tradition

The sculptures by Ivo Meier are enormously expressive. The created visual worlds resonate. In these times of hardening, it is important to remember Switzerland’s humanitarian tradition so that it does not become a mere paper tiger. To bring the topic into societal conversation, visual art offers possibilities that go beyond linguistic discourse. This is clearly shown by the created sculptures. Daniel Winkler, Reformed Pastor

The sculpture “Humanitarian Tradition” is a life-sized representation that refers to the humanitarian tradition. This sculpture aims to inspire viewers to reflect and remind them of the spirit of the Geneva Refugee Convention. Instead of insisting on dogmatic solutions, the sculpture emphasizes values such as humanity, compassion, and solidarity. It urges us to think about our responsibility towards refugees and asylum seekers and to reflect on the importance of humanitarian principles in our society today.

Through its powerful presence and symbolic depth, “Humanitarian Tradition” invites us to pause and engage with the fundamental values of humanity enshrined in the Geneva Refugee Convention. The sculpture bridges the past and the present by connecting the historical roots of the humanitarian tradition with current challenges and needs.

“Humanitarian Tradition” is more than just a work of art; it is a call for reflection and a monument to the values that hold our society together. It encourages us to think about our own actions and attitudes and to actively work towards a fairer and more humane world.

The life-sized sculpture is complemented by other sculptures in smaller and medium formats, including two acrylic works by Isabelle Schmitt, Oberkirch. 

 
Locked in/out - 40x60 cm - Link

Im Zentrum der Serie sowohl die politischen Gefangenen und deren Familien mit ihren Kindern, die Zuflucht suchen und an der Aussengrenze bei Minus-Temperaturen ausharren und nicht zuletzt der Umgang der offiziellen Schweiz mit abgewiesenen Flüchtlingen dem Notrecht unterstellt, in Flüchtlingszentren eingesperrt werden - quasi ein Freiluftgefängnis.

Humanitarian Tradition - 60x90 cm

In einer Kooperation mit Isabelle Schmitt Kunst-Begegnung (isabelle-schmitt.ch) sind 2 Bilder entstanden (60 x 40 cm).

Die Arbeiten haben einen Bezug zur Serie 'Rage' wie auch zur Inneren und Äusseren Freiheit als Teil der Serei 'Contemplation':

'Dafür oder Dagegen' - 2021

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Daniel Winkler, reformierter Pfarrer und der Verein Riggi Asyl setzen sich für die Asylsuchenden im Durchgangszentrum Riggisberg ein. Das Asylzentrum beherbergte vom Juli 2014 bis Anfang Januar 2016 bis zu 150 Asylsuchendedie Anliegen von Flüchtlingen ein. https://riggi-asyl.ch/

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