This author delves into the pivotal moments of Germany's post-war history and political rebirth. Their work focuses on the re-establishment of statehood, the construction of democracy, and the formation of parliamentary institutions in the western part of the divided nation. They examine how constitutional foundations and political decisions shaped the modern German state. The author traces the journey from the initial beginnings in Bonn to the relocation of parliament and government to Berlin, highlighting the symbolic significance of the Reichstag as the heart of German democracy.
Sight.Seeing Bundestag
An artist’s look into the heart of German democracy Known for her eminent paper art and collages, German artist Marion Eichmann (born 1974) was commissioned by the German Bundestag to spend several weeks exploring the Reichstag and other enclosed parliamentary buildings. The resulting project, a series of more than 80 papercuts, is documented in this volume.