Hadti Dilling: Homecoming to the art world of Bad Birnbach!

Hadti Dilling: Homecoming to the art world of Bad Birnbach!

A great artist is returning to Bad Birnbach: From December 1st to 31st, the Artrium is presenting an exhibition called “Together-Lonely”, which honors the work of the parish church native Bernhard “Hadti” Dilling. Dilling, who was born on May 4, 1932 and died on March 22, 1994, made a name for himself as a painter, graphic artist, sculptor and set designer. His impressive works, which include a variety of techniques such as oil on canvas, screen printing and reverse glass painting, will be made visible posthumously through the initiative of his nephew Peer Dilling. According to pnp.de, his artistic legacy lay inaccessible in a barn for a long time, which makes the upcoming exhibition particularly valuable.

The public opening of the exhibition will take place on November 30th and offers the opportunity to discover Dilling's mostly larger oil paintings. The artist, who attended art school in Augsburg in the 1950s and later studied at the Munich Art Academy, is considered a perfectionist who knew how to address dark topics such as the consequences of technology in a creative way. He also created remarkable public works that decorate the Rottal-Inn district, including the sculpture “Wind and Waves” at Rottauensee and the bronze sculpture “St. Ulrich” in Lengham.

A life for art

Dilling was not only active as a painter, but also worked as a set designer at various theaters, including the Stadttheater Basel and the Hessisches Staatstheater Wiesbaden. There he created sets for important productions such as the opera “Tosca” and ballet performances of “Swan Lake”. These experiences significantly enriched his artistic work. His artistic career is well documented in the Reallexikon zur Deutschen Kunstgeschichte, which deals with important developments in art from antiquity to the present and honors great artists of our time such as Dilling wikipedia.de.

After returning to Pfarrkirchen in 1969 and later taking up residence in Kleinschnail, Dilling lived with his late wife Gerti, a photographer, until his death. His legacy is now visible through the exhibition, which also provides a showcase for his various techniques and motifs, and it is impossible to ignore how important it is to Peer Dilling to preserve and promote his uncle's artistic legacy.

Art that makes you think

Hadti Dilling's art is not just beautiful to look at; it makes you think. His often dark depictions not only addressed personal feelings, but also social challenges. Peer Dilling emphasizes that her uncle was never a “marketing genius” and that is why much of his work disappeared into obscurity. “He wanted his art to be interpreted,” he explains, and that is exactly what visitors will be able to do at the upcoming exhibition.

With so many multifaceted works and a profound combination of personal history and artistic talent, this exhibition promises to be a highlight of the local cultural scene. The opening hours of the Artrium in Bad Birnbach, Kurallee 7, offer the chance to immerse yourself in the world of Bernhard Dilling and experience his legacy up close.