Explore the groundbreaking work of a circle of friends and close collaborators known as The Blue Rider. In the early 20th century they came together to form, in their own words, ‘a union of various countries to serve one purpose’ – to transform modern art. The artists rallied around Wassily Kandinsky and Gabriele Münter to experiment with colour, sound and light, creating bold and vibrant art.
Expressionists is a story of friendships told through art. It examines the highly individual creatives that made up The Blue Rider, from Franz Marc’s interest in colour to Alexander Sacharoff’s freestyle performance. The women artists played a central role in the movement. Discover experimental photographs by Gabriele Münter alongside the dramatic paintings of Marianne Werefkin.
Experience a collection of masterpieces from paintings, sculpture, and photography to performance and sound. This landmark exhibition is possible due to a collaboration with Lenbachhaus, Munich, who have offered Tate unprecedented access to their collection. It features over 130 works – brought together in the UK for the first time in over 60 years.
Supported by the Huo Family Foundation. Presented in the Eyal Ofer Galleries.
Organised by Tate Modern in collaboration with Lenbachhaus, Munich
Gabriele Münter Jawlensky and Werefkin 1909 Lenbachhaus Munich, Donation of Gabriele Münter, 1957 © DACS 2024
Gabriele Münter Portrait of Marianne Werefkin 1909. Lenbachhaus Munich, Donation of Gabriele Münter, 1957 © DACS 2024
Marianne Werefkin The Dancer, Alexander Sacharoff 1909. Fondazione Marianne Werefkin, Museo Comunale d’ Arte Moderna, Ascona
Wassily Kandinsky Cossacks 1910-11. Tate, presented by Hazel McKinley 1938
