Otto Gleichmann and Expressionism in Hanover

This exhibition at the Sprengel Museum Hannover shines a light on Otto Gleichmann, one of the key figures of Expressionism in Hanover, and situates his work within the wider context of the Expressionist movement as it developed in the region.

Through paintings, drawings, and prints, visitors can trace the distinctive visual language Gleichmann forged — marked by bold line, emotional intensity, and a sharp critical eye on modern urban life. The show also brings together works by fellow Expressionists active in Hanover, offering a rich picture of a local avant-garde scene that has often been overshadowed by better-known centres such as Berlin or Dresden.