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September Exhibitions: Mannheim, Vienna, Cologne

exhibition · 2026-08-27

The September art exhibition roundup highlights three notable shows across Germany and Austria. In Mannheim, a sports car is being blown up as part of an artistic performance or installation. In Vienna, the works of Pablo Picasso and Francis Bacon are being presented together in a joint exhibition. Meanwhile, Cologne is honoring the 150th birthday of photographer August Sander with a special exhibition. These exhibitions are among the must-see shows in September, as curated by the Süddeutsche Zeitung.

Key facts

  • Mannheim: a sports car is blown up in an artistic event.
  • Vienna: an exhibition pairs works by Pablo Picasso and Francis Bacon.
  • Cologne: an exhibition celebrates August Sander's 150th birthday.
  • The exhibitions are featured in a September roundup by Süddeutsche Zeitung.
  • The roundup highlights must-see exhibitions in September.

Entities

Artists

Institutions

  • Süddeutsche Zeitung

Locations

  • Mannheim
  • Vienna
  • Cologne

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