Jutta Feddersen is a critically acclaimed textile, sculptor, installation artist and lecturer, whose works are held in the collections of major national institutions. A trained weaver, Jutta came to prominence in the 70s with avantgarde tapestries and soft sculptures that were exhibited in established galleries in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide, as well as internationally. Her first important solo exhibition was at Bonython Galleries in 1970, and in 1973 was commissioned by the Sydney Opera House (along with John Olsen and John Coburn) to produce a work for the boardroom. For 30 years the extraordinary 30 x 100m wall-hanging composed of stainless steel, agricultural pipes, rubber, jute and sisal was displayed.
5004. Illusion I 2010
“Simplicity, elegance, progression and repetition of forms are my trademarks. My aim is always to surprise others, and myself.”
In the early 80s we a see a shift from weaving to predominately sculpture and installation. Highly conceptual, these later works build on themes of displacement, memories, and loss. And whilst these works are informed by Jutta’s harrowing experiences during and post WWII, the inherent meaning of these works allow for a universal experience with the objects. The haunting simplicity, elegance and beauty culminate in a cathartic experience.
Above 5013. Displacement 1995 (installation view)
Early Man, 1987, in-situ image at Conventry Gallery
This sale is titled after her autobiography Substance of Shadows: The Life and Art of Jutta Feddersen, and includes seminal works that Jutta created between 1980 – 2010, including Early Man (Ghosts), Homage to Louise Bourgeois, and Ailing World. The sale also includes works from her last exhibition Secrets from the Attic - 40 Years of Art Practice (2010) which she produced in her 70s.
Homage to Louise Bourgeois in-situ image at Conventry Gallery
A NOTE FROM JUTTA'S DAUGHTERS

The process of collating our mother’s works for this studio sale has been emotionally challenging and exciting. We are saying goodbye to art pieces that we know so well, that are part of our collective memory, while also admiring them in a different way all these years later. It is difficult to have favourites as Jutta’s artworks vary so tremendously, but Ghosts (Early Man) and Homage to Louise Bourgeois are extra special to us.

We are thrilled that her works are in many collections including recent acquisitions from the National Gallery of Australia and Wollongong Art Gallery. Wollongong have included them in their ‘Seeing Things’ exhibition, which is opening in April.

We are motivated by knowing more of her work will be out in the world with new people to appreciate it. And we very much hope that the work brings you the joy, intrigue and enduring delight it has brought us.

Thank you

Melanie and Kirstin Feddersen
AUCTION CLOSING 7 APRIL 2025, 8PM
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