Depictions of modern landscapes have evolved into a diverse and dynamic artistic practice, where outdoor spaces are transformed into living canvases that reflect the unique character of their surroundings and inhabitants.

Discover inspiring and captivating depictions of nature

 After Nature: Artistic Expressions in Modern Landscapes

The interplay of light, colour and space has long been a compelling theme in artistic practice, providing a rich terrain for exploration and innovation. Artists across a range of media have harnessed the transformative power of light to shape environments, create space beyond the confines of a work of art and evoke deep emotional responses through colour.

Beyond Boundaries

Discover the rich colours and vibrant diversity of Liebermann's Garden, where every plant tells a story of nature's resilience and beauty.

Liebermann’s Legacy: A Botanical Journey

20th Century Art: A Different Perspective

Soviet Underground Art

Anselm Kiefer

Anselm Kiefer's Layered Histories

Untitled (from the series "Paros")

Martha Jungwirth 

Martha Jungwirth - Untitled (from the series "Paros")

Cologne

Head of Fine Art Sales Germany | Director | Specialist

Eva Donnerhack

Director | Specialist | Prints & Multiples

Cataloguer | Impressionist, Modern & Contemporary Art

Valentin Woltmann

Pre-Sale Manager

Katrin Mundy

Pre-Sale Coordinator

Valérie Lienhart

Consultant | Russian Pictures

Reto Barmettler

Senior Director, Senior Specialist

Tessa  Kostrzewa

Specialist

Emma Gordon

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As the main auction of the autumn/winter sale season in Cologne, Sotheby’s is honoured to showcase a range of works by locally as well as internationally celebrated artists. This sale will bring together works by sought-after artists from Modern and Contemporary art and set in dialogue an exceptional selection of paintings, works on paper and sculptures.&nbsp; We invite you to take part and discover this exciting sale.