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Sunday, August 23, 2026 · No. 234
Thaddaeus Ropac Presents Georg Baselitz Graphic Works with Old Master Prints
Image by OTFW, Berlin via Openverse (CC BY-SA)

Thaddaeus Ropac Presents Georg Baselitz Graphic Works with Old Master Prints

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Sunday, August 23, 2026 · 1 min read
Exhibition Thaddaeus Ropac

The Facts

Thaddaeus Ropac gallery is presenting an exhibition that pairs Georg Baselitz's own graphic work with Old Masters prints from his personal collection, amassed over his adult life. The show juxtaposes the contemporary German artist's prints with historical works, highlighting dialogues across centuries. The exhibition is on view at the gallery, with details on dates not specified in the release.

The Signal

For collectors and curators, this exhibition offers a rare glimpse into Baselitz's private collection, revealing the historical influences behind his practice. By displaying his prints alongside Old Masters, the gallery underscores the continuity of graphic traditions and positions Baselitz within a broader art historical narrative. This curatorial approach may enhance appreciation for Baselitz's printmaking and signal the gallery's commitment to contextualizing contemporary artists within historical frameworks.

  • Artists: Georg Baselitz
  • People: Georg Baselitz
  • Galleries: Thaddaeus Ropac
Originally via Thaddaeus Ropac · Curated by The Cultural Signal
Image by OTFW, Berlin via Openverse (CC BY-SA)

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