The Sid Vale Association is set to host an evening with Nigel Hyman, who will delve into the life of Emil Nolde, an artist celebrated for his defiance against the Nazis, only for the truth to later reveal his fervent Nazi allegiance.
The talk, introduced by Barbara Farquharson, will explore Nolde’s intricate relationship with the Nazi regime, detailing how his works were loathed by Hitler and confiscated, leading to his prohibition from painting during the war.
However, the artist continued to create hundreds of small watercolours, defying the regime in a façade that lasted until a Cambridge historian unearthed the truth.
The 2019 Berlin exhibition of Nolde’s works, which shocked admirers including Angela Merkel, is a testament to the fascinating narrative of “great art produced by a very flawed man,” as described by the Sid Vale Association.
The event, appealing to enthusiasts of modern art and German history of the 1930s and 1940s, will take place at the Sid Vale Association Headquarters on Church Street, Sidmouth, on Tuesday, October 22, at 6pm.
There is free admission, but booking is essential, including a glass of wine, is offered, with donations to the museum welcomed.
Bookings can be made at Sidmouth Museum or online at info@sidmouthmuseum.co.uk
