What stories do these walls of Frye & Sohn hold? This gallery, established in 1797, has been a cornerstone of Muenster’s art scene for generations. It stands as a testament to the city’s rich cultural heritage.
Frye & Sohn is more than just a gallery. It is a place where art history comes alive. The gallery has evolved but remains committed to showcasing compelling art.
Maximilian Sühs currently runs the Kunsthandlung Frye & Sohn with his mother Ingeborg Sühs-Frye. Together, they continue the legacy. They bring new attention to important artists.
Let’s talk about Bernd Miesch. He was born in Muenster in 1905. He created an extensive body of work until his death in 1965. Frye & Sohn presented Miesch’s works from the collection of Peter Cremer. Cremer is an entrepreneur from Dortmund.
Miesch was a wanderer. Even before World War II, he traveled Europe. He gathered impressions and motifs for his art. His work is as diverse as the landscapes he explored. Miesch’s landscapes show an interest in light and atmosphere. He captured the nuances of seasons. His art includes moorlands with browns, greens, and grays. Also, he painted bright facades with vibrant blues.
Miesch often depicted individual trees, towers, or bridges monumentally. His flower still lifes focus on color. He applied paint thickly. Sometimes he used a palette knife. His brush drawings resemble Japanese ink drawings. He fully exploited the technique’s possibilities.
In 1937, Miesch first exhibited his paintings in Muenster. It was at the Kunststube Clasing. In 1948, at the age of 43, he joined the artist association “Die Schanze”. His works were regularly shown in the group’s annual exhibitions. Miesch remained loyal to Muenster. He lived in Muenster-Angelmodde until his death. In 2005, the Gallitzin-Haus in Angelmodde dedicated a solo exhibition to him. It was on the occasion of his 100th birthday.
Peter Cremer, the Dortmund entrepreneur, collects works by Muenster artists. Initially, he wanted to furnish his Hotel Kaiserhof with them. He became aware of Miesch. Over time, he acquired several of the artist’s works. Now, the art-loving entrepreneur wants to part with a large part of these works.
Frye & Sohn presented a selection of these works. The exhibition featured oil paintings, drawings, and serigraphs. Prices started at a few hundred euros for a serigraph. Ink paintings by Miesch were priced higher. The most expensive oil paintings in the exhibition cost around 5,000 euros.
Frye & Sohn is located in Muenster’s Martiniviertel. The gallery is located at Hörsterstrasse 47-48.
Frye & Sohn continues to shape Muenster’s art world. The gallery preserves the past and embraces the future. It ensures that art remains a vital part of the city’s identity.