Kunst, Konflikt, Kollaboration: Hildebrand Gurlitt und die Moderne

Hildebrand Gurlitt, ein Kunsthändler, hatte einen Kunstbesitz von rund 400 Werken, die nach dem Zweiten Weltkrieg im Kunstmuseum Bern beheimatet sind. Dieser Katalog analysiert seine Rolle als Kunsthändler während des Nationalsozialismus und in der Nachkriegszeit, wobei seine Positionierung zur deutschen Moderne und seine Kunsthandlungsstrategien untersucht werden.

Format: Hardback
Length: 454 pages
Publication date: 07 March 2023
Publisher: De Gruyter

Hildebrand Gurlitt, a prominent figure among art dealers involved in the sale of "entartet beschlagnahmten Kunstwerke" in German museums in 1937, held a significant collection of approximately 400 artworks that remained in his possession. These artworks are currently housed in the Kunstmuseum Bern as part of the Legat Cornelius Gurlitt collection.

This comprehensive book draws upon extensive research to explore the origins and development of Hildebrand Gurlitt's art collection. It delves into the position of Gurlitt, both as a museum director and a Kunsthändler, in the context of German modernism and his role during the National Socialist era and in the post-war period. The authors analyze Gurlitt's involvement in the art trade, the **** art-and-prohibition policy, and the strategies employed by art businesses after 1945.

The catalog includes a comprehensive listing of all artworks in the Legat Cornelius Gurlitt collection, accompanied by detailed references to their involvement in the "Entartete Kunst" campaign and central documents. This publication provides valuable insights into the complex history of art acquisition and management during challenging times, shedding light on the roles played by individuals and institutions in shaping the artistic landscape of the 20th century.

Weight: 1261g
Dimension: 240 x 170 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783110799743