Franklin Pühn

Franklin Pühn began his career as a successful sculptor in the mid-1950s in Heidenheim, having previously completed his studies at the Stuttgart Art Academy. He emerged as the winner of numerous competitions for art on buildings, so that many of his works can still be found in public spaces today. At the same time, he also established himself as a sought-after artist whose works adorn many collections and private homes. As a member of the artists’ group 5/54, he was instrumental in establishing modern art in Heidenheim. In addition, he worked for over five decades as an art lecturer at the adult education centre, directed the Heidenheim Art Association for almost three decades and enjoyed an excellent reputation as an art mediator during the association’s exhibition excursions. In recognition of his great services to art, the municipal council awarded him the city’s civic medal in 2005.