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100 years of art in Stuttgart: Exhibition Corresponding Maturation Processes opens!
The Kunstmuseum Stuttgart is celebrating its 20th anniversary with the exhibition “Corresponding Maturation Processes” and Dieter Roth’s “Double Cheese Platter”.
100 years of art in Stuttgart: Exhibition Corresponding Maturation Processes opens!
The Kunstmuseum Stuttgart is making a striking statement with its current exhibition “Corresponding Maturation Processes,” which focuses on both history and contemporary art. On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the city of Stuttgart's art collection and the 20th anniversary of the museum building, the exhibition offers a deep insight into the development of the city's collection. As the Esslinger newspaper reports, the central work “Doppelkäseplatte” by Dieter Roth, which consists of two glass plates between which different types of cheese have been stored since 1968, will be the focus. Visitors have the opportunity to peer into the mysterious innards through the dimly lit glass pane, which draws focus to the aesthetic aspects of natural processes.
A special feature of this work of art is that it is constantly changing. Decomposition and mold processes ensure that the “double cheese plate” reveals new facets over time. This change not only makes the work a unique experience, but also stimulates questions about the perception and validity of art over the years. These topics are addressed in an exhibition that is divided into seven thematic rooms and was designed by the curators of the art museum.
A look at the history of the collection
The history of the Stuttgart art collection goes back to 1925, when the municipal painting collection was first exhibited in the Villa Berg. A lot has happened to date: After moving to the art building and ultimately to a new building on Schlossplatz in 2005, the collection is now being supplemented with fresh works and donations. As part of the anniversary exhibition, both old masterpieces and new purchases will be presented in order to document the ongoing development of the city's art scene. Admission to the exhibition is free throughout its entire duration.
The Stuttgart Art Museum – an architectural highlight
The Stuttgart Art Museum is located on the small Schlossplatz and impresses with its glass facade, which reflects urban life in radiant light. As an architectural masterpiece, the glass cube glows after sunset and provides insights into the fascinating interior. Numerous modern works are exhibited on a total area of 5,000 square meters, of which only a fifth is visible, with the museum being particularly known for its extensive collection by Otto Dix. The most important exhibits include “Triptych Big City” and “Portrait of the Dancer Anita Berber”.
The museum also attaches great importance to art education, especially for children and young people. There are interested discovery tours and creative workshops that promote the use of art and arouse curiosity. An insider tip for anyone who wants to see the city from above is the view from the fourth floor, which offers a glorious view of the Schlossplatz, as can be read on the city of Stuttgart's website stuttgart.de.