Niclas Castello (real name Norbert Zerbs,[1] born 1978 in Neuhaus am Rennweg[2]) is a German contemporary artist.
Niclas Castello | |
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 Niclas Castello and Rick Hilton (2015) | |
| Born | July 21, 1978 |
| Nationality | German |
| Known for | The Kiss sculptures |
| Movement | pop art, street art |
| Spouse | |
| Website | niclascastello |
Early life and career
Niclas Castello grew up in Neuhaus am Rennweg, East Germany.[when?] After living in Montmartre, Paris, he moved back to Germany in 2003,[3][4] where he studied art at a private university, dropping out after two years. Castello then moved to New York City, where he was supported by Arleen Schloss,[5] staying at Schloss' New York loft for about two years.[6] From 2008 to 2015, he traveled and worked with galleries in Europe and the United States.[2]
Castello has described the artist Invader as an influence.[7] Castello's work includes a sculpture series titled The Kiss sculptures,[5] and artwork depicting fire extinguishers.[8][9] One of his works is in The One, a private residence in Bel Air, Los Angeles.[10]
Personal life
Castello married Sylvie Meis, a Dutch TV personality, on September 19, 2020 in Florence Italy. They split in June 2023.[citation needed]
References
External links
- official website of Niclas Castello
- Niclas Castello on Lipsia Fine Arts