Hans Pattis

Born in 1962, this farmer's son from V?ls am Schlern / Fi? allo Sciliar has found the path to a special form of art in recent years via painting and wood-carving.

With a delicate sense for wood, a great deal of love for mountain landscapes and respect for the rugged wilderness, he creates astounding works of art from weathered and apparently worthless pieces of wood.

His figurines express a sense of freedom, warmth, and a touch of the erotic. Mysterious gestures leave questions open, express strength without dominance. Constantly aware of the fact that there are many renowned artists in this field, Hans Pattis is ambitious, self-confident, and future-oriented ? the attitudes of a great man. A conversation with him, a glass of good South Tyrolean wine, combined with a viewing of one of his "silent ladies" is a pure pleasure. ? Nicola Vulaj