Exciting European Art Exhibitions to Check Out in 2024

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A closeup look at 'Marriage Portrait of Isaac Massa and Beatrix van der Laen' by Frans Hals, c. 1622Credit: Rijksmuseum

Prepare to be swept away by an artistic extravaganza in Europe in 2024!

The year ahead is set to be a magnificent one for art aficionados throughout Europe. If you’re curious about what’s on the horizon for the art scene, look no further. We’ve compiled a collection of the most breathtaking and enthralling art exhibitions set to grace various cities throughout the year.

First up, an extensive exhibition at Moderna Museet in Stockholm, shining the spotlight on the pioneering German-Swedish artist Lotte Laserstein. The showcase will feature her work before and after she emigrated, with her renowned masterpiece ‘Evening Over Potsdam’ taking centre stage.

Next, the first international retrospective of Estonian artist Anu Põder at Muzeum Susch, displaying over forty works exploring Estonian identity and the fragility of the human body through unconventional materials.

London’s Royal Academy of Arts will explore how art has shaped narratives of empire, enslavement, resistance, and abolition through over 100 contemporary and historic works.

At The Courtauld Gallery, visitors will be treated to a series of large-scale drawings by German-British artist Frank Auerbach reflecting the rebuilding in the post-war era.

In Copenhagen, the SMK National Gallery will host a comprehensive exhibition on the 20th-century Swiss artist Alberto Giacometti.

Don’t miss the Tate Modern’s extensive exhibition dedicated to the Japanese multimedia artist Yoko Ono’s creative output, featuring over 200 artworks spanning seven decades.

Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum will put the spotlight on the 17th-century portrait magic of Frans Hals, with approximately 50 of his greatest paintings on display.

In Vienna, the ALBERTINA Museum will celebrate the 100th birthday of pop art pioneer Roy Lichtenstein with a grand retrospective featuring over 90 works.

The Alte Nationalgalerie in Berlin will honor the 250th anniversary of Caspar David Friedrich’s birth with a comprehensive exhibition showcasing approximately 60 paintings and 50 drawings.

Last but not least, the Musée du Louvre in Paris is gearing up for an exhibition exploring the origins of the modern Olympic Games and the visionary efforts of organizers to reimagine the ancient Greek sporting competitions.

So there you have it – an enticing lineup of art exhibitions that will surely make 2024 a year to remember for art enthusiasts all over Europe!

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