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Mourning for Arnulf Rainer: Lower Austria loses its master of art
Arnulf Rainer, important artist, died at the age of 96. The state of Lower Austria mourns its legacy.
Mourning for Arnulf Rainer: Lower Austria loses its master of art
Arnulf Rainer, the internationally renowned Austrian artist, has died at the age of 96. His death was announced on Thursday in Upper Austria and confirmed by the Arnulf Rainer Museum in Baden near Vienna. Rainer was born on December 8, 1929 in Baden and is considered a master of overpainting, with his work having a decisive influence on the art of the 20th century. In response to his death, the state of Lower Austria expressed great sadness. State Governor Johanna Mikl-Leitner was deeply affected and praised Rainer as an exceptional artist who had a significant influence on contemporary art.
Rainer was a self-taught artist who left two art schools after a short time. In the 1970s he was a participant in documenta 6 and represented Austria at the Venice Biennale. His works are known for painting over death masks and photographs of the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Ralph Gleis, director of the Albertina in Vienna, described him as one of the most important Austrian artists and highlighted his ability to express emotions and intensity through abstract forms.
The Arnulf Rainer Museum
In 2009, the Arnulf Rainer Museum was opened in Baden near Vienna, a joint initiative of the state of Lower Austria and the city of Baden. The museum is committed to preserving and researching Rainer's extensive work and making it accessible to a broad public. The institution is a central location for those interested in art and helps keep Rainer's cultural heritage alive.
The museum's collection shows not only Rainer's work, but also works by other important artists who shaped the development of Austrian art after 1945. These include Marc Adrian and Hans Staudacher, among others. International artists such as Tony Cragg and Pierre Soulages are also represented in contemporary art collections, such as the Museum Liaunig.
Arnulf Rainer's work continues to be appreciated and honored in the art world, and his influence remains felt in the arena of contemporary art. His life's work and his commitment to art will never be forgotten.
For more information, see reports from Niederösterreich.gv.at, zeit.de and museumliaunig.at.