Christo, Javacheff
JAVACHEFF CHRISTO Wrapped Reichstag, Project for Berlin, 1992
This vintage blank note card features Wrapped Reichstag, Project for Berlin by Christo and Jeanne-Claude, one of the most iconic large-scale environmental artworks of the late 20th century. Published by Nouvelles Images S.A. Éditeurs and offset printed in France, the image captures the monumental transformation of the German Reichstag, temporarily enveloped in fabric as part of the artists’ visionary project realized in 1995.
The composition presents the Reichstag bathed in a deep, atmospheric blue, its architectural form softened and redefined through the draped fabric—an approach characteristic of Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s practice, where familiar structures are reimagined through scale, material, and temporality. The juxtaposition of documentation and artistic interpretation reflects the ephemeral nature of the original installation, which existed only briefly yet left a lasting impact on contemporary art and public space.
Elegantly presented within a contemporary black wood frame and wide mat, the piece achieves a refined, museum-style presentation. The framing enhances the intimate scale of the image while emphasizing its quiet, contemplative presence.
A rare and sophisticated collectible, this work is ideal for enthusiasts of Christo and Jeanne-Claude, conceptual and environmental art, and significant moments in modern art history.
Framing available upon request.
Details
Sku: GH0071
Artist: Javacheff Christo
Title: Wrapped Reichstag, Project for Berlin
Year: 1992
Signed: No
Medium: Offset Lithograph
Edition Size: Unknown
Framed: Yes
Condition: A: Mint
Dimensions
Paper Size: 4.25 x 6 inches ( 11 x 15 cm )
Image Size: 3.25 x 5.5 inches ( 8 x 14 cm )
Frame Size: H: 12.25 x W: 14 x D: .75 in.
JAVACHEFF CHRISTO Wrapped Reichstag, Project for Berlin, 1992
About the Artist
Javacheff Christo
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