Avant-Garde: Max Liebermann and Impressionism in Germany

This exhibition catalog offers a richly illustrated and thoughtfully structured exploration of German Impressionism through the work of Max Liebermann, one of the movement’s central figures.

The book brings together key paintings and works on paper that trace Liebermann’s artistic evolution, from early realist influences to his pivotal role in establishing Impressionism in Germany. Scholarly essays examine themes such as modern urban life, artistic networks, exhibition culture, and Liebermann’s position within the broader European avant-garde.

Beyond a monographic focus, this volume places Liebermann in dialogue with his contemporaries, revealing the diversity of approaches that defined German Impressionism at the turn of the twentieth century. Clear structure and generous visual material make the book accessible without sacrificing academic depth.

Published in connection with the major exhibition presented at the Museum Barberini and the Museum Frieder Burda, this catalog stands as an essential reference for readers interested in modern European art, exhibition history, and the international dimensions of Impressionism.