Author Frédéric Stalder invites you to the book launch "Kunst im Schatten des Krieges - Fritz Püm-pin, Chronist und Militärmaler" in the foyer of Museum.BL. The book presents a selection of paintings and sketches by the artist and contemporary witness, which impressively documents the tension between art and war. It includes works from the collection of the Canton of Basel-Landschaft, the Basel Historical Museum, the National Museum Zurich and paintings from private collections. These are supplemented by military-historical explanations with a special focus on the border region of Basel, which played a central role during the Second World War.
The book launch will open with a foreword by Government Councillor Kathrin Schweizer. This will be followed by an introduction by Brigadier Oliver Müller, Deputy Commander Ter. Div 2, as well as a greeting from the Pümpin family / Fritz Pümpin Foundation. Frédéric Stalder will also provide a personal review of the creation of the book. The event will be hosted by radio and television presenter Dani von Wattenwyl.
Followed by an aperitif, free admission.
The book launch will open with a foreword by Government Councillor Kathrin Schweizer. This will be followed by an introduction by Brigadier Oliver Müller, Deputy Commander Ter. Div 2, as well as a greeting from the Pümpin family / Fritz Pümpin Foundation. Frédéric Stalder will also provide a personal review of the creation of the book. The event will be hosted by radio and television presenter Dani von Wattenwyl.
Followed by an aperitif, free admission.
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