Samuel Beckett betrachtet zwei Männer, die den Mond betrachten

Samuel Beckett's 1936–1937 journey through Germany, documented in his posthumously discovered 'German Diaries,' offers a unique lens on the perception and preservation of art during a pivotal historical period. His extensive visits to museums, including the Kaiser-Friedrich-Museum (now part of Museum Island, Berlin), reveal a deep engagement with classical art amidst the rising tide of Nazi censorship, particularly the purging of 'degenerate art.' Beckett's meticulous observations, from Hamburg to Munich, highlight the stark contrast between his admiration for old masters and the contemporary political climate. Notably, his visit to Dresden's Zwinger and the replacement of religious greetings with 'Heil Hitler' in Regensburg underscore the era's cultural shifts. This account provides invaluable insights into an artist's perspective on art and history during a transformative period.

Oberhauser, F. (2024). Samuel Beckett betrachtet zwei Männer, die den Mond betrachten. Literaturblatt Für Baden-Württemberg, (5), 20. https://doi.org/10.53458/litbw.vi5.13052