Artfully Arranged! Still Lifes in Dialogue

Special Exhibition at the Museum Schlösschen im Hofgarten

For three months, this exhibition will focus on the still life as an art form—a genre that took root in Europe during the 17th century, particularly in the Netherlands, where it continued to evolve and remains popular to this day. A still life consistently offers valuable insights into material culture, everyday life, consumption, and values, while also exploring the concept of transience. It is always a piece of contemporary history as well.

Inspired by texts that foster dialogue, visitors to the special exhibition can form a deeply personal connection with each painting. Not only art lovers and connoisseurs, but also those new to art and families are invited to explore this art genre more closely and to interactively experience the theme of “arranging”.

Still lifes from the foundation’s collection are complemented by contemporary works by seven artists from the Frankfurt Artists’ Society.

Vernissage: Thursday, 9th July 2026, 19:00
Opening Remarks: Mayor Markus Herrera Torrez
Introduction to the special exhibition and dialogue:
Stefanie Arz, Artistic Director of the Schlösschen im Hofgarten
Claus Delvaux, President of the Frankfurt Artists’ Society

Music and culinary delights will round off the opening.

Please register via:
grafschaftsmuseum@t-online.de or +49 (0) 9342 301 511

Host and Venue:
Museum Schlösschen im Hofgarten
Würzburger Straße 30
D-97877 Wertheim

Exhibition Dates: Friday, 10th July 2026, through Sunday, 18th October 2026

Opening hours:
Tuesday through Saturday, 14:00–17:00
Sundays and holidays, 12:00–18:00
An admission fee applies.

More information, including details about the exhibiting artists, can be found in the flyer, the invitation and on the Schlösschen im Hofgarten website.

Many thanks to the generous lenders.