When does the exhibition take place?

The exhibition runs from 17.10.26 to 08.11.26 at Kurparkschlösschen Herrsching.

Are there public tours available?

Yes, public tours are planned on Sundays, 25.10., 01.11., and 08.11.26 at 11 a.m.

What are the opening hours of the exhibition?

Open Monday to Friday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Can group tours be booked?

Yes, group tours for up to 20 people are possible upon request.

Where is the exhibition taking place?

At Kurparkschlösschen, Scheuermannstr. 3, 82211 Herrsching am Ammersee.

How do I get there by car?

There are no parking spaces directly at Kurparkschlösschen. Please use the designated parking options in the vicinity, such as at the Herrsching S-Bahn station.

See Lenbach anew: Rare works in the historic Kurparkschlösschen at Ammersee

Name: Discoveries – Unknown Works by Franz von Lenbach
Start: 2026-10-17T13:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-11-08T19:00:00+01:00
Location: Kurparkschlösschen

Franz von Lenbach newly discovered: an exhibition full of surprising imagery

In the Kurparkschlösschen Herrsching, a particularly revealing art experience opens in autumn 2026: Discoveries – Unknown Works by Franz von Lenbach presents over 40 originals from private collections in celebration of the artist’s 190th birthday. The exhibition showcases sketches, family portraits, and well-known works in a display atmosphere that makes Lenbach accessible not only as a famous portraitist, but also as an experimental observer of his time.

A painter prince between representation and intimacy

Franz von Lenbach is considered a key figure in 19th century Munich painting. His portraits of personalities such as Otto von Bismarck, Kaiser Wilhelm I, or Richard Wagner shaped the image of the German “painter prince.” At the same time, the exhibition shows the private, searching, and technically attentive Lenbach: an artist who engaged with old master copies, finely modeled faces, and atmospherically dense picture spaces. This breadth makes his body of work particularly appealing today.

Between sketch, portrait, and artistic self-staging

The exhibition gathers previously overlooked works alongside familiar motifs, thus opening new perspectives on Lenbach's art. Among other pieces, intimate family portraits and works that trace the transition from study drawings to representative painting can be seen. In the context of modern image culture, the topic gains special relevance: How is a portrait created? How does personality stage itself in an image? And what differentiates an artistic portrait from a fleeting snapshot?

An exhibition venue with historical aura

The Kurparkschlösschen, built in 1888, provides a historical framework of special density for this exhibition. The rooms at the heart of Herrsching am Ammersee enhance the impact of the originals and connect cultural education with immediate aesthetic experience. Visitors to the exhibition experience not only art history but also the special spatial effect of a historic house by the lake.

Accompanying program for deeper encounters

A catalog will be published alongside the exhibition. Additionally, public guided tours are planned on several Sundays, as well as Art After Work events in the evening. A reading by Reinhold Neven Du Mont expands the exhibition with a literary perspective and bridges family history, memory, and art education. Group tours are available upon request, making the visit appealing for school classes, cultural groups, and art associations.

Franz von Lenbach in the art historical context

Lenbach's significance extends far beyond individual portraits. He studied at the Munich Academy, engaged intensively with the tradition of the old masters, and was appreciated for his sovereign union of form, status, and psychology. Works in the Schack collection and at the Lenbachhaus attest to his position within the Munich art scene and 19th century portrait painting. This exhibition builds on that and directs attention to lesser-known facets of an artist who continues to shape the discourse on representation and image culture today.

Conclusion: For those who wish to experience Franz von Lenbach not just as a name from art history but as a living storyteller of his era, Herrsching offers a carefully curated exhibition of rarity value. A visit promises focused contemplation of works, art historical depth, and an elegant art experience at the Ammersee. This exhibition deserves a live visit at the Kurparkschlösschen.