1000 Hasen

About This Business

1000 Hasen is a long-term art project conceived by Tina Oelker in 2007, with the ambitious goal of creating 1000 individual originals featuring the motif of the field hare. This unique endeavor has been meticulously documented, restored, and selectively exhibited since 2015. The collection includes approximately 300 original drawings, various objects, large formats, video material, and texts, all of which are carefully preserved and presented to the public through targeted exhibitions and active dialogue. Tina Oelker, as the artist behind '1000 Hasen,' incorporates unexpected events into her artistic concept, including art thefts and their media coverage, which add an additional narrative layer to the project. The artist also views the imitation of her images and the copying of her ideas as a form of interaction that she incorporates into her work. Upon purchasing an original piece, buyers receive a certificate of authenticity with the number of the respective hare. By acquiring one of these unique pieces, buyers become part of the '1000 Hasen' community. The project's history is deeply rooted in the artist's personal connection to the '1000-Hasen-Stein,' a monument erected in 1873 to honor the hunter and marksman Fürst Ferdinand zu Solms-Braunfels, who shot his 1000th hare at that location. Tina Oelker's work is also influenced by notable artists such as Joseph Beuys, who planted 7000 oaks in 1982, and Barry Flanagan, whose bronze hare in New York inspired her to create her own unique pieces. With its rich history, intricate concept, and dedication to artistic expression, '1000 Hasen' is a captivating and thought-provoking project that continues to evolve and engage audiences to this day.