Peter & David Fischl & Weiss

Peter Fischli (b. 1952 Switzerland) and David Weiss (b. 1946 Switzerland, d. 2012 Switzerland) were a Swiss artist duo known for their collaborative works that explore the absurdities of everyday life through a variety of media, including sculpture, photography, video, and installation. Fischli & Weiss’s work is characterized by a playful yet profound examination of the mundane, often employing humor and irony to reveal deeper truths about the human condition. One of their most famous works, The Way Things Go (1987), is a video that documents a chain reaction of everyday objects, highlighting the delicate balance between chaos and order. Their art frequently blurs the line between high and low culture, inviting viewers to find meaning in the seemingly trivial aspects of life. The duo's work has been widely exhibited and remains highly influential in the contemporary art world, celebrated for its wit, inventiveness, and philosophical depth.  (Artist website)