Fritz

Winner's Trophy for the Award of Outstanding Youth Achievements. This sculpture stands as a monumental testament to the artistic ingenuity and technical prowess of Sebastian Peetz. Crafted from a singular piece of stone, it is not merely a sculpture but a revelation of the stone's age-old, neuro-royal textures, which are made visible through its meticulously thinned veneer—so delicately rendered that light itself permeates its essence.

In a poetic homage to the foundation's benefactor Fritz Behrens, who amassed his fortune through the craft of stone-cutting a century ago, Peetz has ingeniously carved the silhouette of the name "FRITZ." This design cleverly manifests not only a face but also abstract figures and scenes that encapsulate bustling activities, reflecting the vibrant spirit of human endeavor. Moreover, the sculpture is bent using intense heat to form a precise curve, its radius of 12.41 cm symbolically echoing the founding year of the city of Hannover.

The sustainability of the material—unassuming yet resilient—coupled with its extraordinary luminous effect, endows this product design with a profound aura. Particularly when bathed in gentle sunlight, the ancient layers of stone illuminate from within, casting an ethereal glow that captures the sublime interplay of light and shadow. This sculpture not only honors the legacy of its namesake but also serves as a beacon of youthful excellence, inspiring future generations to pursue greatness with both creativity and reverence for their heritage.