Unveiling Forgotten Voices: Female Artists in Post-War Saxony-Anhalt
A new project will shine a light on female visual artists who worked in Saxony-Anhalt between 1945 and 1989. Organised by Dornrosa e.V., the initiative aims to uncover their contributions during this period. One key event will focus on the GDR’s State Art Trade and its impact on artists at the time. The discussion will take place on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Weiberwirtschaft Women’s Center in Halle will host the event. Dr. Christin Müller-Wenzel, an expert in the GDR’s State Art Trade, will lead the conversation.
Müller-Wenzel, an art historian and independent researcher, specialises in how art was managed under the GDR. The talk will examine the selection, sale, and distribution of artwork during this era. It will also explore the role of the State Art Trade in shaping artists’ careers. The project itself is backed by funding from the East German Savings Bank Foundation. Support will run from 2025 to 2027, allowing for deeper research and public engagement.
The event offers a chance to learn about the challenges and opportunities female artists faced in the GDR. Müller-Wenzel’s insights will provide a clearer picture of how the state influenced artistic production. Attendees can expect a detailed look at a little-discussed aspect of East German cultural history.
