Welcome to the grand anniversary, where we celebrate the 250th birthday of Caspar David Friedrich – the master of Romantic landscape painting, whose works embody timeless beauty and a deep connection to nature.

In an ever-changing world, Caspar David Friedrich proves to be timelessly relevant – his homage to nature harmonizes with the growing awareness of environmental protection and sustainability. His legacy not only inspires but also calls upon us to redefine our relationship with nature. Caspar David Friedrich's artistic vision influences generations of creatives and invites us to interpret the world in new ways.

Hatje Cantz Verlag ushers in the anniversary year with its exclusive catalogue. This volume accompanies the major exhibition at the Hamburger Kunsthalle and provides a comprehensive insight into the fascinating universe of Caspar David Friedrich. In addition to classics from his oeuvre, the catalogue also bridges to the present day, exploring contemporary artistic positions that reflect Friedrich's unbroken relevance.

Visit us regularly here to learn everything about our publications and events related to Caspar David Friedrich. Welcome to a year full of art and inspiration.
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Entdecken Sie in unseren Interviews faszinierende Persönlichkeiten, deren Arbeit mit dem Erbe von Caspar David Friedrich verbunden ist. Hier teilen sie ihre persönlichen Einblicke und Erfahrungen. Freuen Sie sich auf regelmäßige Updates!
INTERVIEW WITH LAILA ZAIDI TOUIS
Artist Laila Zaidi Touis on her extraordinary and very personal "Friedrich moment", the intensive engagement with nature as the main focus of her art, and the mystical fascination with life, the unknown, and chance.
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INTERVIEW WITH MARIA MORITZ
In an interview with Hatje Cantz, Maria Moritz explains her complex relationship with Friedrich's art, reflects on how our changed perception of nature is mirrored in his works, and why she sees new political relevance in his work, especially in today's world.
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CASPAR DAVID FRIEDRICH A-Z

Von A, wie Atelier über E, wie Eule und M, wie Mond bis hin zu Z, wie Zeit – die renommierte Kunsthistorikerin Barbara Hess erschließt in diesem Band im Taschenformat einen faszinierenden Kosmos, der über die klassische Kunstgeschichte hinausgeht. Entlang von Schlüsselbegriffen von A–Z werden hier wenig bekannte Aspekte beleuchtet und bekannte Motive und Themen in neues Licht gerückt: Zum Weiterdenken und -schauen, über das Alphabet hinaus.
A – STUDIO
Art in the Making: Studio Pictures as Insights into Caspar David Friedrich's Artistic Vision and Workspace
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N – FOG
With his Seashore in the Fog, Friedrich enters the realm of subjective landscape interpretation: a play of light, concealment, and indeterminacy.
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