The Alchemy of Light: Sigmar Polke

What unconventional materials and chemical processes did Sigmar Polke use to challenge our visual habits? Together, we’ll analyse Polke’s monumental window cycles in the Grossmünster.

Discover how he pushed the boundaries of traditional stained glass by assembling wafer-thin slices of agate into luminous paintings. At the Kunsthaus Zürich, we’ll examine key works from the collection. This will give us a close-up insight into Polke’s unconventional techniques. Inspired by his works, you’ll create your own piece in the studio using real agate discs and other materials. With Samira Agha Majidi