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Josephsohn's figures are bereft of any portrait-like individualization.

And they stand out for their simplicity, for their being limited to the simple postures of the human body.

The wish for permanence plays a key role: " My figures must be enduring in their expression, in their stance ", Josephsohn said, " A narrative gesture is out of the question ".

His works evoke prehistory, ancient stone steles and romanesque figures.