A Life for Art:
Max Pechstein
Welcome to the website dedicated to the German painter Max Pechstein — a master of Expressionism and member of the artists’ group “Die Brücke”. This site honours his life’s work, which has shaped the art world through passionate colour, innovative techniques and unmistakable motifs.
… on tour
MAX PECHSTEIN. EXPRESSIONISM OF THE SOUL
PALAZZO ZABARELLA
24 Oct 2026 – 14 Mar 2027, Padua
Pechstein in Palau
ZwischenRAUM at the Kunstsammlungen Zwickau
until the end of 2028, Galerie am Domhof
Pioneer of Modern Art
Max Pechstein, born on 31 December 1881 in Zwickau and died on 29 June 1955 in West Berlin, was a central figure of the modern art movement in Germany. His œuvre spans an impressive range of media and techniques, from painting and printmaking to sculpture and craftwork. Pechstein’s work reflects a fascination with the simple life and the beauty of nature, and is inspired by his travels and his engagement with the most diverse cultures.
Deepen Your Knowledge. Multimedia.
Gain deeper insights through the documentary film, catalogues raisonnés, monographs and exhibition and collection catalogues, complemented by scholarly articles illuminating Pechstein’s life, work and current research.
Enquiries
On the following page we provide all the key information for questions concerning the history and authenticity of works by Max Pechstein (1881–1955). As an important Expressionist and member of the artists’ group ‘Brücke’, the provenance of his works is of particular interest. We are happy to support you in your provenance research.