The lost generation?
The Lost Generation comprises artists of the 20th century whose lives and work were shaped by National Socialism. They lived in a state of tension between exclusion and pressure to conform. Those who did not fit into the fascist worldview due to their origin, attitude or artistic style were systematically censored, expelled or murdered. Founded by Holocaust survivor Prof. Dr Heinz R. Böhme, this non-profit museum preserves, researches and communicates the visibility of this generation.
premises
The museum is located in the historic Steinhauserhaus, a building constructed around 1300 in the heart of Salzburg's old town. Maria Anna Mozart (1751–1829), sister of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791), once lived here for a time. The rooms on the first floor retain the charm of an early 20th-century apartment: contemporary furniture, paintings on easels and the special hanging of around 70 works on 300 square metres create an atmosphere that oscillates between private collection and exhibition space. The rooms appear like the collector's "second living room" – a deliberate contrast to the architecture of classical museums.
The architecture of the building is particularly impressive: characteristic features include the generous use of Salzburg's red Adnet marble – a traditional stone frequently used in the region – and the striking marble columns in the atrium, which lend the museum its special atmosphere.
The exhibition rooms cover around 300 square metres and offer a peaceful, stylish setting for the works of artists whose lives and work were suppressed, interrupted or destroyed by the Nazi regime. Thematically curated rooms invite visitors to explore their lives and works. In the heart of Salzburg's old town, a quiet place of remembrance, discovery and reflection has been created.
premises
The museum is located in the historic Steinhauserhaus, a building constructed around 1300 in the heart of Salzburg's old town. Maria Anna Mozart (1751–1829), sister of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791), once lived here for a time. The rooms on the first floor retain the charm of an early 20th-century apartment: contemporary furniture, paintings on easels and the special hanging of around 70 works on 300 square metres create an atmosphere that oscillates between private collection and exhibition space. The rooms appear like the collector's "second living room" – a deliberate contrast to the architecture of classical museums.
The architecture of the building is particularly impressive: characteristic features include the generous use of Salzburg's red Adnet marble – a traditional stone frequently used in the region – and the striking marble columns in the atrium, which lend the museum its special atmosphere.
The exhibition rooms cover around 300 square metres and offer a peaceful, stylish setting for the works of artists whose lives and work were suppressed, interrupted or destroyed by the Nazi regime. Thematically curated rooms invite visitors to explore their lives and works. In the heart of Salzburg's old town, a quiet place of remembrance, discovery and reflection has been created.
Between exclusion, exile and remembrance
The Lost Generation comprises artists of the 20th century whose lives and work were shaped by National Socialism. They lived in a state of tension between exclusion and pressure to conform. Anyone who did not fit into the fascist world view due to their origin, attitude or artistic style was systematically censored, expelled or murdered.
We are one of the few museums worldwide dedicated to researching this subject area and thereby expanding knowledge. It is a place of remembrance for deeply personal experiences such as exclusion, loss and resistance, as well as active engagement with history, art and responsibility.
What unites this generation is not a uniform style, but a collective historical destiny. Their biographies reflect the political upheavals and cultural exclusions of an entire century:
From the trauma of the First World War to the cultural awakening of the 1920s to systematic censorship and ostracism by the Nazi regime and often beyond, by post-war society, which ignored this art.
At a time when only a few contemporary witnesses are still alive, the works convey emotional experiences and create spaces for dialogue. The museum invites visitors to view this art not only as museum pieces, but as living testimonies of their time.
About the collector
Since the museum was founded in 2017, art collector Prof. Dr Heinz R. Böhme has been dedicated to preserving and presenting works of art from the Lost Generation. Born in Leipzig in 1932, he experienced the brutality of the Nazi regime first-hand as a child. As the son of a Viennese Jewish mother, he narrowly escaped deportation, hid in Austria during the Holocaust and lost numerous family members.
This formative experience motivated him to specifically preserve the works of persecuted artists from oblivion. His family roots in Austria led him to Salzburg, where, as a contemporary witness, he created a living memorial for future generations.
The Böhme Collection comprises around 700 works and is the result of the personal passion for collecting of Prof. Dr. Heinz R. Böhme, physician, Holocaust witness and museum founder. The focus is on oil paintings from 1920 to 1945, supplemented by drawings, prints and sculptures. The collection is not a "representative" cross-section, but a subjective panorama from the perspective of a contemporary witness, revealing gaps in the culture of remembrance.
Based on the current state of research, the artists and works in the Böhme Collection are presented here. As a young, non-profit museum, we are committed to transparency and scientific rigour.
We were able to verify much of the information through research in archives, estates and international databases, but other details remain unclear or uncertain. The museum welcomes any information about provenance and surviving descendants or relatives of the artists.
We would like to thank all our supporters, whose donations have enriched the collection with over 80 new acquisitions. Their names are listed only with their written consent.
Discover the diversity of the Lost Generation and the many highlights of the Böhme Collection!
Works & Artists
Donations
Donations are a valuable contribution to the expansion of the collection, the museum and its exhibitions. They enable us to conduct academic research on previously unknown artists of the Lost Generation, to offer their works a public space and to preserve their artistic heritage for the future.
We would like to thank all previous donors whose generosity has enriched the cultural memory of the artists of the Lost Generation. If you would also like to donate a work or an estate, we would be delighted to hear from you – and invite you to become part of this important task with your donation.
Loans
Are you planning an exhibition and looking for special works to enrich your show? Let us bring history to life together – in your exhibition.
The Museum of Lost Generation Art is happy to make selected works from its collection available on loan for external exhibitions. Works from the Böhme Collection are regularly featured in exhibitions at other museums and institutions. If you are interested in requesting a loan, please contact us by email. We will advise you individually and support your exhibition projects with scientific expertise and curatorial experience.
Offers
Would you like to offer a work of art for sale to the museum?
The Museum of Lost Generation Art is constantly striving to expand and complete its collection. If you own a work of art that fits in with the thematic or historical focus of our collection, we would be delighted to hear from you. As a non-profit museum with limited financial resources, we carefully consider every offer within the scope of our possibilities. Please use our online form to submit your offer.
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