Rupprecht Geiger: The Munich archive for art lovers and explorers!

Rupprecht Geiger: The Munich archive for art lovers and explorers!

The Geiger Archive in Munich today looks at an impressive journey through the life and work of the renowned painter Rupprecht Geiger (1908–2009), a main representative of German color field painting. His artistic legacy is preserved and kept alive in the former studio rooms in Solln. Geiger, who is known for his formal-abstract art, has created works that symbolize life, energy and warmth with his intense and often monochrome color surfaces, especially in the color red. His special talent for geometric shapes such as rectangles, circles and ovals gives his work a distinctive touch. Cremeguides reports that the archive not only looks after Geiger's works, but also serves as a location for exhibitions, workshops and events.

Julia Geiger, Rupprecht Geiger's granddaughter, is the lifeblood of the archive and guides interested visitors through the various facets of his life and work. Since the archive was opened in December 2010, on the occasion of the first anniversary of the artist's death, a lively exchange and a deep connection with Rupprecht Geiger's art have developed. The archive not only offers regular workshops, for example on the design of collages and screen printing techniques, but also organizes bike tours through Munich, on which the fascinating works of art in public spaces can be explored. Archiv Geiger also ensures that the focus is on art education, especially for children, in order to inspire the next generation for the colorful world of art.

A look at Geiger's work

Rupprecht Geiger was not only a talented painter, but also a sought-after professor at the Düsseldorf State Art Academy, where he taught from 1965 to 1976. His works, which show many thematic facets in painting, drawing and printmaking, tell stories that have culminated in his “Metaphor Number” series since the 1970s. The current presentation in the archive shows a selection of these works, connecting the past with the present. The archive also offers individual tours to give those interested a deeper insight into Geiger's work.

So what are you waiting for? It's an excellent opportunity to discover Rupprecht Geiger's colorful world and get creative yourself - the workshops in the archive are the perfect setting for this. You can always experience new encounters with art and maybe even take home your own work of art. If you want to see Geiger in top form, you shouldn't miss the next projects, because the creative diversity is great.

Geiger's legacy and awards

In his impressive career, Rupprecht Geiger received numerous awards that underline his influence on the art scene. From the early 1950s until the end of his life, he was honored with prizes such as the Domnick Prize (1951), the Burda Prize (1968) and the Cultural Honorary Prize of the State Capital of Munich (1989). He also received international recognition, including the gold medal at the 8th Fredrikstad International Graphics Biennale (1986) and the Bavarian Maximilian Order for Science and Art (1993). Galerie Kellermann highlights that Geiger's works have been represented in renowned exhibitions worldwide, including four times at the documenta in Kassel, one of the most important art events in the world.

The Geiger Archive remains an important contact point for art lovers and those interested in learning more about Rupprecht Geiger's vision and his artistic career. Whether visiting an exhibition, a workshop or one of the guided bike tours - the experiences in the archive are a feast for the senses and invite you to explore the depths of art.