Nice prospects: Biedermeier-Kunst in Neuwied takes visitors!

Nice prospects: Biedermeier-Kunst in Neuwied takes visitors!

The Mennonitekirche Stadtgalerie in Neuwied opens an exciting exhibition entitled "Beautiful prospects" on Friday, March 14th. Around 73 works from the collector's collection Dieter Berninger will be shown there by May 4, 2024. These works, which consist of an overall collection of over 200 pictures, show a multifaceted selection of art that ranges from motifs such as castles and castles to landscapes. Berninger (1910-1995) is known for its compilation of unique pieces that embody the spirit of Rhine romance. According to Rhein Zeitung , the exhibition will also present important works by artists such as Georg Saal and Carl Spitzweg.

The collection offers a wide range of topics and styles, from romantic to Biedermeier. During this time (1815-1848), specific styles were created in painting, architecture and interior, which are known as Biedermeier. This era was shaped by political upheavals and a return to harmony in private life, while social problems were often ignored. The art of this time often shows idyllic scenes from everyday life and the harmonious, nostalgic representation of nature. arsmundi Spitzweg is a central figure of this movement, the works of which comment on bourgeois life with an ironic undertone.

diverse exhibits and accompanying program

The exhibition in Neuwied not only includes paintings, but also a selection of Biedermeier furniture that is temporarily provided by the Roentgen Museum. These exhibits reinforce the atmosphere of the time and offer visitors a comprehensive view of the Biedermei culture. Portraits and miniatures of historical personalities from Neuwied, who give another insight into the biographies of this time, are particularly noteworthy

Opening times of the city gallery are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturdays, Sundays and on public holidays from 12 noon to 6 p.m. For interested visitors, guided tours with curator Christina Körner, who offer a special opportunity to learn more about the history and works of art of the exhibition. Registrations for the tours are possible by email.

The Mennonitekirche Stadtgalerie in Neuwied is an important place for art lovers, and this exhibition promises to be a captivating journey into the world of Biedermeier art and its historical contexts. Further information is available on the website of the city of Neuwied, which also offers details about the exhibition.