Queer Art in the GDR

On four selected dates, we invite you to learn more about the work of Jochen Hass (1917–2000) and Jürgen Wittdorf (1932–2018) – accompanied by Dr. Andreas Sternweiler, founder of the Schwules Museum and art historian, who knew both artists personally and supported them for many years. We will present selected works by both artists, who lived and worked in the GDR. The paintings, still lifes, figures, and abstractions of Jochen Hass represent a modernist tradition that could not be publicly shown in the GDR and circulated privately for a long time. Jürgen Wittdorf, on the other hand, achieved great, even official, success with his cycles on youth and sports – though the queer references in his works often went unnoticed. Works by both artists that have not yet been publicly presented will be shown and offered for sale. With a glass of sparkling wine and in a relaxed atmosphere, you will gain unique, personal insights into the lives and works of both artists first-hand. The number of participants is limited to 20 people per date.