Ulrich Rückriem: Sculpting the Essence of Stone Ulrich Rückriem, born in Düsseldorf, Germany, in 1938, stands as a towering figure in contemporary sculpture, renowned for his monumental stone works that embody minimalism and process art. His career, spanning decades and continents – from Cologne’s cathedral workshops to public installations across Europe and beyond – reflects a profound engagement with material, form, and the inherent poetry of natural elements. Rückriem's work isn’t merely about creating objects; it’s an exploration of the tactile, the elemental, and the quiet power of redu…