Wissen ist Macht
Reskate returns to Jena seven years after their first intervention with a new large‑scale mural that expands their ongoing dialogue with the city. Under the slogan “Knowledge is power,” the work blends research, nature, and self‑awareness into a single symbolic scene. A child holds a magnifying glass—an evolution from the binoculars used in their 2019 mural Die Natur—inviting viewers to look closer at their surroundings and at themselves.
Nature plays a central narrative role once again: leaves, branches, and a cluster of grapes surround the figure, referencing the area’s winemaking past and Jena’s deep connection to scientific research and lens‑making. The grape cluster placed at the figure’s heart symbolizes the importance of understanding one’s roots while remaining open to learning and growth.
The mural gained unexpected visibility when the official unveiling was canceled due to a resurfaced Instagram post in which the artists condemned the State of Israel’s actions in Palestine. The controversy reframed the work, giving its message renewed urgency and turning it into a call for critical thinking and media literacy.
