In the 1980s Kiefer studied the Kabbalah and Kabbalists such as Robert Fludd. Lead, which became his chief material, first attracted him when he had to repair ageing pipes in the first house he owned; later he discovered its connection with alchemy. Extended journeys to the US and the Middle East also influenced his work.
19 giugno 1982 – 28 settembre 1982
Exhibition: documenta 7
1987
Exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago organised a comprehensive solo exhibition of Kiefer's work.