Martin Kippenberger quotes

Martin Kippenberger was a German artist known for his provocative, eclectic approach across a variety of media. His work challenged conventional boundaries in painting, sculpture, and installation, often engaging with humor and social critique. He became a central figure in the contemporary art scene, influencing generations of artists. Here are 12 of his quotes:

You really can't bring about anything new with art.

Martin Kippenberger

Entertainment and art are not isolated.

Martin Kippenberger

Entertainment is in art like color in pictures.

Martin Kippenberger

I'm not interested in provoking people, but only in trying to be consoling.

Martin Kippenberger

Nobody helps anybody.

Martin Kippenberger

My style is where you see the individual and where a personality is communicated through actions, decisions, single objects and facts, where the whole draws together to form a history.

Martin Kippenberger

An artist who opposes himself still has the best chances to reach some result.

Martin Kippenberger

I am a travelling salesman. I deal in ideas.

Martin Kippenberger

What people will say about me then - or maybe not say - will be the only thing that finally counts.

Martin Kippenberger

What I'm working on is for people to be able to say that Kippenberger had this really good mood.

Martin Kippenberger