Have you ever painted with impressions? In the museum workshop, we create animals and fantasy creatures using the technique of frottage! You place a sheet of paper on an interesting surface and draw over it, resulting in fascinating patterns and shapes. Let your imagination run wild and be curious about what amazing creatures you will bring to life!

The artist Heinz Battke (1900 – 1966) initially attended the private Berlin art school "A. Propp" from 1918 to 1921, and subsequently was a student of Karl Hofer at the Prussian Academy of Arts in Berlin (1922 – 1925). During the time of National Socialism, Battke was one of the so-called "degenerate" artists. He emigrated to Italy in 1935 and lived in Florence. In 1956, he returned to Germany and took over as head of the class for free graphics at the "Staatliche Hochschule für Bildende Künste – Städelschule" in Frankfurt am Main.

After World War II, Battke was represented in significant national and international art exhibitions: In 1951 he participated in the First Biennale in São Paulo, in 1954, Battke's works were exhibited in the German Pavilion at the Biennale in Venice, and in 1959 at documenta 2 in Kassel. He exhibited several times at the "Frankfurter Kunstkabinett Hanna Bekker vom Rath," which was founded in 1947. Battke's works were also part of the private art collection of the Hofheim painter, patron, collector, and gallery owner Hanna Bekker vom Rath.

The art collection of the Stadtmuseum Hofheim includes several works by Battke; the collection, consisting of around 45 drawings and graphics, has never been fully presented in an exhibition. Landscapes, (self-)portraits, and still lifes characterize his overall work. The exhibition presents the work of the painter, draftsman, and graphic artist in a focused manner. Battke was also a recognized jewelry expert for rings and built a large ring collection, which is now owned by the Schmuckmuseum Pforzheim. Battke's private collecting activity will also be presented in the exhibition.

In addition to works by Heinz Battke, the exhibition features works by Hanna Bekker vom Rath, Rudolf Levy, Hans Purrmann, Emy Roeder, and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff.

Workshop for children aged 5 and up and their parents at 11:30 AM at the Stadtmuseum, Burgstr. 11 Price: 5 € per person including materials

The Stadtmuseum asks for prior registration for guided tours and events by phone at 06192 202540 or by email to: stadtmuseum@hofheim.de.

„How do I draw that correctly?“ This question is not relevant in the workshop, as it is not about craftsmanship, but about finding a free and experimental approach to drawing. We leave behind body ideals and strict representationalism and take unconventional paths by working with different drawing instruments and allowing room for chance.

The artist Heinz Battke (1900 – 1966) initially attended the private Berlin art school „A. Propp“ from 1918 to 1921, after which he was a student of Karl Hofer at the Prussian Academy of Arts in Berlin (1922 – 1925). During the time of National Socialism, Battke was counted among the so-called „degenerate“ artists. He emigrated to Italy in 1935 and lived in Florence. In 1956, he returned to Germany and took the position as head of the class for Free Graphics at the „State Academy of Fine Arts – Städelschule“ in Frankfurt am Main.

After World War II, Battke was represented at significant national and international art exhibitions: in 1951, he participated in the First Biennial in São Paulo, in 1954, works by Battke were exhibited in the German Pavilion at the Biennale in Venice, and in 1959 at documenta 2 in Kassel. He exhibited multiple times at the „Frankfurter Kunstkabinett Hanna Bekker vom Rath“, founded in 1947. Works by Battke were also part of the private art collection of the Hofheim painter, patron, collector, and gallery owner Hanna Bekker vom Rath.

In the art collection of the Hofheim City Museum, several works by Battke are located; the collection, consisting of around 45 drawings and graphics, has never been fully presented in an exhibition. Landscapes, (self-) portraits, and still lifes characterize the overall work. The exhibition focuses on the work of the painter, draftsman, and graphic artist. Battke was also a recognized jewelry expert for rings and built a large ring collection, which is now part of the jewelry museum in Pforzheim. Battke's private collecting activities will also be presented in the exhibition.

In addition to works by Heinz Battke, the exhibition features works by Hanna Bekker vom Rath, Rudolf Levy, Hans Purrmann, Emy Roeder, and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff.

Workshop at 6:00 PM at the City Museum, Burgstr. 11 Price: 16 € including materials

The City Museum requests prior registration for the attendance of tours and events by phone at 06192 202540 or by email at: stadtmuseum@hofheim.de.

Have you ever painted with impressions? In the museum workshop, we create animals and fantasy beings using the technique of frottage! You place a sheet of paper on an interesting surface and draw over it, resulting in fascinating patterns and shapes. Let your imagination run wild and be curious about the amazing beings you will bring to life!

The artist Heinz Battke (1900 – 1966) initially attended the private Berlin art school "A. Propp" from 1918 to 1921, and afterwards, he was a student of Karl Hofer at the Prussian Academy of Arts in Berlin (1922 – 1925). During the time of National Socialism, Battke was among the so-called "degenerate" artists. He emigrated to Italy in 1935 and lived in Florence. In 1956, he returned to Germany and took over the position as head of the class for free graphic arts at the "State Academy of Fine Arts – Städelschule" in Frankfurt am Main.

After World War II, Battke was represented at significant national and international art exhibitions: In 1951, he participated in the First Biennale in São Paulo, in 1954, works by Battke were exhibited in the German Pavilion at the Biennale in Venice, and in 1959 at documenta 2 in Kassel. He exhibited several times at the "Frankfurter Kunstkabinett Hanna Bekker vom Rath," which was founded in 1947. Works by Battke were also part of the private art collection of the Hofheim painter, patron, collector, and gallery owner Hanna Bekker vom Rath.

The art collection of the Hofheim City Museum includes several works by Battke, with a collection inventory of around 45 drawings and graphics that has never been fully presented in an exhibition. Landscapes, (self-)portraits, and still lifes define the overall work. The exhibition presents the works of the painter, draftsman, and graphic artist in a focused manner. Battke was also a recognized expert on jewelry, particularly rings, and built a large ring collection, which is now housed in the Pforzheim Jewelry Museum. Battke's private collecting activities are also showcased in the exhibition.

In addition to works by Heinz Battke, the exhibition features works by Hanna Bekker vom Rath, Rudolf Levy, Hans Purrmann, Emy Roeder, and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff.

Workshop for children aged 5 and up and their parents at 3:00 PM at the City Museum, Burgstr. 11 Price: 5 € per person including materials

For attendance at tours and events, the City Museum requests prior registration by phone at 06192 202540 or by email at: stadtmuseum@hofheim.de.