CASPAR DAVID FRIEDRICH AT THE HAMBURGER KUNSTHALLE

To mark Caspar David Friedrich's 250th birthday, the Hamburger Kunsthalle presents the major anniversary exhibition Caspar David Friedrich – Art for a New Era. With over 60 paintings and around 100 drawings, it offers the most comprehensive retrospective of the most significant artist of German Romanticism in many years.

Not even six weeks after the exhibition opened, Hatje Cantz and the Hamburger Kunsthalle are delighted to announce a sensational number of more than 100,000 interested visitors! Due to high demand, we recommend booking timed-entry tickets in advance of your visit.

In a constantly changing world, Caspar David Friedrich remains highly relevant – his reverence for nature aligns with the growing awareness of environmental protection and sustainability. His legacy not only inspires but also urges us to redefine our relationship with nature.

Our comprehensive catalogue marks the beginning of the anniversary year. It accompanies the impressive exhibition at the Hamburger Kunsthalle and offers a comprehensive insight into the fascinating world of Caspar David Friedrich. The catalogue also provides a glimpse into contemporary artistic works that reflect the continuing relevance of Friedrich's oeuvre in today's world.

Visit the exhibition at the Hamburger Kunsthalle and learn even more about Caspar David Friedrich's artistic universe on our new page!

Caspar David Friedrich – Art for a New Era
Hamburger Kunsthalle

15.12.2023–1.4.2024

Opening hours:
Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
Monday closed

The Hamburger Kunsthalle, consisting of three prominent buildings near the Alster, houses a significant public art collection and offers a tour through eight centuries of art history. The permanent exhibition includes over 700 works with focal points such as North German medieval painting, 17th-century Dutch painting, 19th-century German painting, and Classical Modernism. The Kupferstichkabinett (Department of Prints and Drawings), with more than 130,000 drawings, is one of the most important in Germany. The Kunsthalle also presents contemporary art by artists such as Bruce Nauman, Gerhard Richter, and Rosemarie Trockel.

Header Image: Caspar David Friedrich: The Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog, around 1818, oil on canvas, 94.8 x 74.8, Hamburger Kunsthalle © Hamburger Kunsthalle/ Photo: Elke Walford
Exhibition views: © Hamburger Kunsthalle/ Photo: Fred Dott