Exclusively at ars mundi: Loriot's sketch as a sculpture. The comedic genius Loriot also had role models and sometimes paid homage to them in his own work: 'On the Racecourse', for example, is the cinematic realisation of a radio sketch that addresses the communicative clash between the self-proclaimed 'expert' and the ignorant 'layman'. The author was the comedian Wilhelm Bendow, who recorded his text for the first time in 1926 together with Paul Morgan and again in 1946 with Franz-Otto Krüger. This later live radio recording saved the sketch for more recent times and was re-released on record in the early 1970s, but only became known to a large audience through Loriot's animated drawings. Since its first broadcast on television, one quote from it has long since outgrown its status as a catchphrase and become a classic. Across generations, 'Wo laufen sie denn?' brings back the collective memory of Bendow's inimitable voice and Loriot's sensitive, graphic realisation of both characters. Loriot, the 'grand seigneur' of German humour, was blessed with numerous talents. A clever, mischievously smiling observer who opened our eyes to the absurdity of everyday life situations. This is also the case in the sketch he adapted 'On the Racecourse'. Each of the words written by Bendow could have been penned by Loriot. After all, Loriot was just as fond of repeatedly emphasising the consequences of failed communication between two people who were not even malicious, but merely caught up in a narrow perspective, status-obsessed or simply ignorant. His theme was misunderstanding and its consequences. The Germans could recognise themselves in all these sometimes grim, bizarre but always amiable characters without being offended. On the contrary, they loved him because he observed them so closely.sculpture 'Herren auf der Rennbahn': Edition in hand-painted art casting. Limited edition of 1,499 copies, numbered and with Loriot's signature, a numbered certificate is enclosed. Format 16 x 25 x 10.5 cm (H/W/D). Weight 2.8 kg. ars mundi exclusive edition.

'I am convinced that most conflicts can be resolved in a considerate atmosphere characterised by mutual respect,' said Loriot in one of his rare interviews. Nowhere is this attitude more evident than in his 'Gentlemen in the Bathroom'. Loriot's protagonists always remain polite, no matter how absurd the situation. Enjoy this humorous masterpiece as a unique table sculpture! In fine, finely patinated bronze, the 'Gentlemen in the Bath' will become an eternal treasure - just like human humour. The limited edition of 980 pieces bears Loriot's signature and is individually numbered. Each sculpture is cast by hand using the elaborate lost wax technique, patinated and polished by hand. Size 17 x 17 x 9 cm, weight 3 kg. ars mundi exclusive edition.

Exclusively at ars mundi: Loriot's sketch as a sculpture. The comedic genius Loriot also had role models and sometimes paid homage to them in his own work: 'On the Racecourse', for example, is the cinematic realisation of a radio sketch that addresses the communicative clash between the self-proclaimed 'expert' and the ignorant 'layman'. The author was the comedian Wilhelm Bendow, who recorded his text for the first time in 1926 together with Paul Morgan and again in 1946 with Franz-Otto Krüger. This later live radio recording saved the sketch for more recent times and was re-released on record in the early 1970s, but only became known to a large audience through Loriot's animated drawings. Since its first broadcast on television, one quote from it has long since outgrown its status as a catchphrase and become a classic. Across generations, 'Wo laufen sie denn?' brings back the collective memory of Bendow's inimitable voice and Loriot's sensitive, graphic realisation of both characters. Loriot, the 'grand seigneur' of German humour, was blessed with numerous talents. A clever, mischievously smiling observer who opened our eyes to the absurdity of everyday life situations. This is also the case in the sketch he adapted 'On the Racecourse'. Each of the words written by Bendow could have been penned by Loriot. After all, Loriot was just as fond of repeatedly emphasising the consequences of failed communication between two people who were not even malicious, but merely caught up in a narrow perspective, status-obsessed or simply ignorant. His theme was misunderstanding and its consequences. The Germans could recognise themselves in all these sometimes grim, bizarre but always amiable characters without being offended. On the contrary, they loved him because he observed them so closely.sculpture 'Herren auf der Rennbahn': Edition in fine bronze. Sculpture cast using the lost wax technique, patinated and partially polished. Limited edition of 980 pieces, numbered and with Loriot's signature, a numbered certificate is enclosed. Format 16 x 25 x 10.5 cm (h/w/d). Weight 4 kg. ars mundi exclusive edition.

Humour, one could say, was not a sharp dagger for Loriot's grim arguments, but a fine scalpel that ultimately works towards healing the world with every cut. And this is precisely what his cherubs perfectly visualise here. Sculpture in fine bronze, cast using the traditional lost wax technique, patinated and polished by hand. Limited edition of 980 pieces, individually numbered and bearing the artist's signature and foundry mark. Size 31 x 14 x 9 cm (W/H/D). Weight approx. 2.5 kg.

A passion of the great humourist: he owned pugs all his life. He described a life without them with a wink: 'A life without pugs is possible, but pointless' - and at the end of his life he realised that pugs were the better people. ars mundi exclusive edition: Loriot's 'Sistine Pug' as a sculpture in fine bronze, cast and patinated by hand using the lost wax technique. Limited to 499 copies, numbered and signed. Size 15.5 x 14 x 17 cm (W/H/D). Weight 3 kg.

A passion of the great humourist: he owned pugs all his life. He described a life without them with a wink: 'A life without pugs is possible, but pointless' - and at the end of his life he realised that pugs were the better people. ars mundi exclusive edition: Loriot's 'Sistine Pug' as a cast sculpture. Limited to 1,499 copies, numbered and signed. Numbered certificate of authenticity and limitation certificate. Size 15.5 x 14 x 17 cm (W/H/D). Weight 2.4 kg.

A passion of the great humourist: he owned pugs all his life. He described a life without them with a wink: 'A life without pugs is possible, but pointless' - and at the end of his life he realised that pugs were the better people. ars mundi exclusive edition: Loriot's 'Sistine Pug' as a sculpture in fine bronze, cast and patinated by hand using the lost wax technique. Limited to 499 copies, numbered and signed. Size 20 x 10 x 14 cm (W/H/D). Weight 1.9 kg.

A passion of the great humourist: he owned pugs all his life. He described a life without them with a wink: 'A life without pugs is possible, but pointless' - and at the end of his life he realised that pugs were the better people. ars mundi exclusive edition: Loriot's 'Sistine Pug' as a cast sculpture. Limited to 1,499 copies, numbered and signed. Numbered certificate of authenticity and limitation certificate. Format 20 x 10 x 14 cm (W/H/D). Weight 1.7 kg.

Loriot's 'character heads': the classicsLoriot looked people in the eye with a sure instinct. It is precisely the depiction of small, completely natural weaknesses that makes Loriot's characters so irresistibly likeable. His character heads are designed with this in mind. It is no coincidence that they are reminiscent of the 'three wise men' and yet are typical Loriot: 'The connoisseur', who should not actually speak, whispers with his hands held out. 'The dreamer' pretends not to hear anything, but secretly listens with one ear. And 'The Optimist' holds his hand in front of his eyes, but peers between his fingers. ars mundi offers you these perfectly shaped sculptures in two high-quality versions - as a precious bronze cast and as a 'Loriot-coloured' polymer cast. Both series are strictly limited and only available from ars mundi. Character head 'The Connoisseur': Sculpture cast in precious bronze and patinated: This limited edition of 499 pieces in finely patinated bronze bears Loriot's signature and is individually numbered. ars mundi exclusive edition. Moulded by hand using the lost wax process. Size 17.5 x 13 x 16 cm (W/H/D). Weight approx. 3.3 kg.

Loriot's 'character heads': the classicsLoriot looked people in the eye with a sure instinct. It is precisely the depiction of small, completely natural weaknesses that makes Loriot's characters so irresistibly likeable. His character heads are designed with this in mind. It is no coincidence that they are reminiscent of the 'three wise men' and yet are typical Loriot: 'The connoisseur', who should not actually speak, whispers with his hands held out. 'The dreamer' pretends not to hear anything, but secretly listens with one ear. And 'The Optimist' holds his hand in front of his eyes, but peers between his fingers. ars mundi offers you these perfectly shaped sculptures in two high-quality versions - as a precious bronze cast and as a 'Loriot-coloured' polymer cast. Both series are strictly limited and only available from ars mundi. Character head 'The Connoisseur': Edition in polymer art casting: This limited edition of 1,499 pieces in high-quality, hand-painted polymer art casting with Loriot's colouring bears Loriot's signature and is individually numbered. ars mundi exclusive edition. Size 17.5 x 13 x 16 cm (W/H/D). Weight approx. 2.3 kg.

Loriot's 'character heads': the classicsLoriot looked people in the eye with a sure instinct. It is precisely the depiction of small, completely natural weaknesses that makes Loriot's characters so irresistibly likeable. His character heads are designed with this in mind. It is no coincidence that they are reminiscent of the 'three wise men' and yet are typical Loriot: 'The connoisseur', who should not actually speak, whispers with his hands held out. 'The dreamer' pretends not to hear anything, but secretly listens with one ear. And 'The Optimist' holds his hand in front of his eyes, but peers between his fingers. ars mundi offers you these perfectly shaped sculptures in two high-quality versions - as a precious bronze cast and as a 'Loriot-coloured' polymer cast. Both series are strictly limited and only available from ars mundi. Character head 'The Dreamer': Sculpture cast in precious bronze and patinated: This limited edition of 499 pieces in finely patinated bronze bears Loriot's signature and is individually numbered. ars mundi exclusive edition. Cast by hand using the lost wax technique. Format 20 x 14.5 x 14.5 cm (W/H/D). Weight approx. 3 kg.

Loriot's 'character heads': the classicsLoriot looked people in the eye with a sure instinct. It is precisely the depiction of small, completely natural weaknesses that makes Loriot's characters so irresistibly likeable. His character heads are designed with this in mind. It is no coincidence that they are reminiscent of the 'three wise men' and yet are typical Loriot: 'The connoisseur', who should not actually speak, whispers with his hands held out. 'The dreamer' pretends not to hear anything, but secretly listens with one ear. And 'The Optimist' holds his hand in front of his eyes, but peers between his fingers. ars mundi offers you these perfectly shaped sculptures in two high-quality versions - as a precious bronze cast and as a 'Loriot-coloured' polymer cast. Both series are strictly limited and only available from ars mundi. Character head 'The Dreamer': Edition in polymer art casting: This limited edition of 1,499 pieces in high-quality, hand-painted polymer art casting with Loriot's colouring bears Loriot's signature and is individually numbered. ars mundi exclusive edition. Format 20 x 14.5 x 14.5 cm (W/H/D). Weight approx. 2.4 kg.

Exclusive ars mundi anniversary edition for the 100th birthday of Loriot. Bernhard-Viktor Christoph-Carl von Bülow was born on 12 November 1923 in Brandenburg an der Havel. We will be celebrating his 100th birthday at the end of 2023. As the humourist 'Loriot', he was already a figure of the century during his lifetime. There is a technical reason for this. Loriot was a precision worker, a precision mechanic of humour who mastered the exact stroke of a caricature, the 'timing' of a sketch or the placement of a punch line like no other. In Loriot's case, precision mechanics necessarily included sensitivity. Loriot was a keen observer, and from this eye he developed a sense for the comic that was just a breath away from the seemingly normal and accepted. He was a clever, mischievously smiling observer who opened our eyes to the absurdity of everyday life situations. His themes: A conversation that derails. An absurd situation in which everyone involved is struggling to maintain form. The desperate attempt to do everything right and therefore appear a little comical or even fail. But he would never have doubted the value of formal politeness itself, quite the opposite. His floral cavalier may be somewhat traditional and overly concerned with form and convention. He is an amiable character. Loriot loved people by making us laugh at them. Especially the odd ones. Loriot's 100th birthday is a special occasion for us to publish this exclusive anniversary edition of his Flower Cavalier. Sculpture in fine bronze, cast using the lost wax technique, chiselled, polished and patinated by hand. Limited edition of 980 pieces, numbered, signed and hallmarked with the foundry and ars mundi stamp. With numbered certificate of authenticity and limitation certificate. Format approx. 27 x 15 x 14 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 3 kg. Exclusive ars mundi anniversary edition for the 100th birthday of Loriot.

The Thinker is Loriot's humorous character head for anyone who has to deal with big or small problems on a daily basis - the true face of our nation of poets and thinkers! An ornament on any desk, the sight of this sculpture will inspire you to crack even difficult nuts with the necessary cheerfulness. The Loriot multiple 'The Little Thinker' is available exclusively from ars mundi. Each one is hand-cast in polymer moulding and elaborately hand-painted according to Loriot's specifications. Size 20 x 14 x 18 cm (W/H/D), weight approx. 3 kg.

ars mundi presents Loriot's famous 'Thinker' as a three-dimensional multiple. 'The Thinker', Loriot's subtle response to the famous sculpture of the same name by French sculptor Auguste Rodin, is a real highlight in this form. What's more, it is an enrichment of Rodin's idea: Loriot's thinker not only possesses concentrated thoughtfulness, he has been enriched by another great gift - quiet humour! Sculpture made of hard porcelain. Fired at 1,400 °C. With signature. Size 12 x 18.5 cm (H/W). Weight 440g.

Loriot's 'character heads': the classicsLoriot looked people in the eye with a sure instinct. It is precisely the depiction of small, completely natural weaknesses that makes Loriot's characters so irresistibly likeable. His character heads are designed with this in mind. It is no coincidence that they are reminiscent of the 'three wise men' and yet are typical Loriot: 'The connoisseur', who should not actually speak, whispers with his hands held out. 'The dreamer' pretends not to hear anything, but secretly listens with one ear. And 'The Optimist' holds his hand in front of his eyes, but peers between his fingers. ars mundi offers you these perfectly shaped sculptures in two high-quality versions - as a precious bronze cast and as a 'Loriot-coloured' polymer cast. Both series are strictly limited and only available from ars mundi. Character head 'The Optimist': Sculpture cast in precious bronze and patinated: This limited edition of 499 pieces in finely patinated bronze bears Loriot's signature and is individually numbered. Cast by hand using the lost wax technique. ars mundi exclusive edition. Size 17 x 12.5 x 12 cm (W/H/D). Weight approx. 2.3 kg.

Loriot's 'character heads': the classicsLoriot looked people in the eye with a sure instinct. It is precisely the depiction of small, completely natural weaknesses that makes Loriot's characters so irresistibly likeable. His character heads are designed with this in mind. It is no coincidence that they are reminiscent of the 'three wise men' and yet are typical Loriot: 'The connoisseur', who should not actually speak, whispers with his hands held out. 'The dreamer' pretends not to hear anything, but secretly listens with one ear. And 'The Optimist' holds his hand in front of his eyes, but peers between his fingers. ars mundi offers you these perfectly shaped sculptures in two high-quality versions - as a precious bronze cast and as a 'Loriot-coloured' polymer cast. Both series are strictly limited and only available from ars mundi. Character head 'The Optimist': Edition in polymer art casting: This limited edition of 1,499 pieces in high-quality, hand-painted polymer art casting with Loriot's colouring bears Loriot's signature and is individually numbered. ars mundi exclusive edition. Size 17 x 12.5 x 12 cm (W/H/D). Weight approx. 2.1 kg.

'Der Rosenkavalier' is a cultural treat of a special kind: as an opera it is already a humorous classic, as a drawing from Loriot's hands it is a classic of humour. The 'Rosenkavalier' nonchalantly delivers its message of love in an absolutely irresistible way. Loriot's protagonist, immortalised in bronze, is an everlasting declaration of love. Incidentally, the true role of the man is defined in typical Loriot-style amiability: as the well-behaved 'best friend' of the house... The limited edition of 980 pieces bears Loriot's signature and is individually numbered. Each sculpture is cast by hand using the elaborate lost wax technique, patinated and polished by hand. Size 18 x 18 x 17 cm. Weight approx. 2 kg. ars mundi exclusive edition.

Exclusive ars mundi anniversary edition for Loriot's 100th birthday. Loriot's figure 'The Thinker' is his subtle response to the famous sculpture of the same name by the French sculptor Auguste Rodin and in this form is a highlight in the work of the great humourist. What's more, it enriches Rodin's idea: Loriot's thinker not only possesses concentrated thoughtfulness, he has been enriched by another great gift - quiet humour. Sculpture in fine bronze, cast using the lost wax technique, chiselled, polished and patinated by hand. Limited edition of 499 pieces, numbered, signed and hallmarked with the foundry and ars mundi stamp. With numbered certificate of authenticity and limitation certificate. Format approx. 20 x 30.5 x 24 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 6.4 kg. Exclusive ars mundi anniversary edition for the 100th birthday of Loriot.

ars mundi presents Loriot's famous 'Thinker' as a three-dimensional multiple. 'The Thinker', Loriot's subtle response to the famous sculpture of the same name by French sculptor Auguste Rodin, is a real highlight in this form. What's more, it is an enrichment of Rodin's idea: Loriot's thinker not only possesses concentrated thoughtfulness, he has been enriched by another great gift - quiet humour! As a high-quality, hand-painted, polymer art casting, 'The Thinker' inspires with its Loriot-like colour language. ars mundi exclusive edition. The limited edition of 1,499 pieces bears Loriot's signature and is individually numbered. Format 30 x 21 x 22 cm (W/H/D), weight 10 kg.

No prize without diligence: Wum tirelessly called out to his lord and master in every quiz programme. His elongated 'Tooooelke' became the secret emblem of one of the most popular quiz programmes on German television entitled 'Der große Preis'. Loriot also received major TV awards such as the Adolf Grimme Silver Award. The song 'Ich wünsch' mir 'ne kleine Miezekatze', composed for Wum, sold 1.3 million copies and earned Loriot a gold disc... Loriot's Wum is available exclusively from ars mundi in two editions: in fine bronze or in polymer stone in Loriot's original colour scheme. He sits jauntily on his cushion as if it were a winner's podium: 'The winner is...' Edition in bronze. Cast using the lost wax technique. Polished, hand-painted and finely patinated. Limited edition of 499 pieces. Cushion made from a polymer stone mass. Each sculpture is supplied in 2 parts. Size 15 x 29.5 x 16 cm (W/H/D).

No prize without diligence: Wum tirelessly called out to his lord and master in every quiz programme. His elongated 'Tooooelke' became the secret emblem of one of the most popular quiz programmes on German television entitled 'Der große Preis'. Loriot also received major TV awards such as the Adolf Grimme Silver Award. The song 'Ich wünsch' mir 'ne kleine Miezekatze', composed for Wum, sold 1.3 million copies and earned Loriot a gold disc... Loriot's Wum is available exclusively from ars mundi in two editions: in fine bronze or in polymer stone in Loriot's original colour scheme. He sits jauntily on his cushion as if it were a winner's podium: 'The winner is...' Edition in cast stone. Painted by hand. Limited edition of 1,480 pieces. Each sculpture is delivered in 2 parts. Format 15 x 29.5 x 16 cm (W/H/D).

A passion of the great humourist: he owned pugs all his life. He described a life without them with a wink: 'A life without pugs is possible, but pointless' - and at the end of his life he realised that pugs were the better people. ars mundi exclusive edition: Loriot's 'Sistine Pugs' as sculptures in fine bronze, cast and patinated by hand using the lost wax technique. Limited to 499 copies each, numbered and signed. Pug (with chin propped up): Size 15.5 x 14 x 17 cm (W/H/D). Weight 3 kg. Pug (with folded arms): Size 20 x 10 x 14 cm (W/H/D). Weight 1.9 kg Both bronze sculptures in a set.

A passion of the great humourist: he owned pugs all his life. He described a life without them with a wink: 'A life without pugs is possible, but pointless' - and at the end of his life he realised that pugs were the better people. ars mundi exclusive edition: Loriot's 'Sistine Pugs' as sculptures in cast art. Limited to 1,499 copies each, numbered and signed. Numbered certificate of authenticity and limitation certificate. Pug (with chin propped up): Format 14 x 15.5 x 17 cm (h/w/d). Weight 2.4 kg. Pug (with arms folded): Size 10 x 20 x 14 cm (H/W/D). Weight 1.7 kg Both bronze sculptures in a set.