The Museum Tabakspeicher will present a special tribute to renowned German painter Lovis Corinth as part of its "Art, God and the World" series, marking the 100th anniversary of the artist's death. The event will take place on Wednesday, November 5, at 7:30 PM, featuring a presentation by Walter Martin Rehahn from Halle, who will showcase the artist's works accompanied by music.
Lovis Corinth (1858-1925) began his artistic journey deeply influenced by the classicism and naturalism of the late 19th century. His early works were dominated by portraits, nude studies, and genre paintings, later expanding to include mythological and religious scenes. Unlike the idealized representations common during his era, Corinth often chose dramatic and provocative forms of expression that challenged conventional artistic norms of the time.
A pivotal moment in Corinth's career came with his move from Munich to Berlin in 1901, where he underwent a decisive transformation toward German Impressionism, inspired by influential artists Max Liebermann and Max Slevogt. This shift established Corinth as one of the most beloved and sought-after artists of the Berlin Secession, cementing his reputation in the German art world.
In 1911, Corinth faced a major personal and artistic challenge when he suffered a stroke that left him partially paralyzed. However, he fought tenaciously to maintain and further develop his artistic expression despite these physical limitations. His determination led him to continue traveling and engage in active publishing activities, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to his craft.
From 1919 onward, Corinth chose a house at Lake Walchensee as his retreat, where he focused primarily on landscape paintings, portraits, and still lifes. His late works show clear inspiration from Expressionism, marking another evolution in his artistic style. Despite these various stylistic changes throughout his career, Corinth defies categorization into any single art historical movement, establishing himself as one of the great independent artistic figures of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Tickets for the presentation are available for 5 euros per person at the Museum Tabakspeicher during regular opening hours. Walter Martin Rehahn, who will lead the presentation, holds a teaching position in Christian Archaeology and Church Art at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg and serves as study director for Art and Culture at the Protestant Academy of Saxony-Anhalt.
