Lovis Corinth, Selbstbildnis (Selbstbildnis ohne Kragen), Berlin, 1900
© Sammlung Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin, Repro: Oliver Ziebe, BerlinGuided tour: Lovis Corinth
Through the exhibition “Lovis Corinth. Then came Berlin!” (for school groups)
start: Oct 9th
It is hard to exaggerate Lovis Corinth’s contribution to modernism. In his own lifetime the virtuosic painter (1858–1925) was one of the most eminent and influential figures in the Berlin art world. Born and raised in Tapiau (now Gvardeysk) in East Prussia, he moved to the German capital from Munich in 1900. At that time Berlin was already markedly more progressive and vibrant than the Bavarian royal seat. “It didn’t take off until Berlin”, Corinth reputedly said of his successful career on the Spree.
The Berlinische Galerie is planning a major show for autumn 2026: Lovis Corinth: Then came Berlin! It will focus on Corinth’s stellar rise to fame and his huge impact on the art scene in the city, but also on the role played by his domestic entourage.
Duration: 60/90 minutes
Costs: 60/85 Euro (plus reduced admission, free entry under age 18)
Booking and further information:
Museumsdienst Berlin