Vacation experience of a special kind
Schloss Seefels showcases art
Welcome to the HOseum - a unique combination of a 5-star superior hotel and a museum. 200 works of art from the family collection Haselsteiner hang in the stylish rooms of the neoclassical palace on the Wörthersee.
WELCOME TO THE HOSEUM
In the lobby, you will discover museum works by Georg Baselitz, Maria Lassnig, Markus Lüpertz, Karel Appel, and Arnulf Rainer. Georg Baselitz became famous with his upside-down motifs, which put the act of painting in the foreground and freed the object from its actual meaning. He is among the greatest painters of our time. The show "Naked Masters" can currently be seen at the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, which is a visual dialogue between Georg Baselitz and the Old Masters.
Neighboring Baselitz's works in the magnificent lobby of Hotel Schloss Seefels is so-called "painter prince" Markus Lüpertz, who conquered the art world with his expressive paintings.
The next important display in the entrance is the exceptional work "Knight with Bird" by one of the most important contemporary Austrian painters Maria Lassnig. Her painting shows figuration without a simple realistic depiction - Lassnig paints the subject not the object. It's always self-portraits enriched with surreal elements that create a peculiar and very specific balance between closeness and strangeness.
Another highlight in the lobby are works by Karel Appel. Along with Pierre Alechinsky and Asgar, the Dutch artist belonged to the artist group COBRA, which was founded in the 1950s and developed an autonomous world of images and an expressive use of forms. Works by Alechinsky and Jorn subsequently enrich the exclusively furnished suites.
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Markus Prachensky
Especially impressive works by painter Markus Prachensky, an important representative of Informalism, give the hotel suites an impressive character.
Carinthian artists
Local Carinthian art personalities such as Ernst Gradischnig, Anton Mahringer, Hans Staudacher, Karl Stark, or contemporary artist Gudrun Kampl enrich the rooms with their own individual visual language.
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Attersee on the Wörthersee
Outstanding works by Christian Ludwig Attersee can also be found in the rooms. Attersee's main themes are beauty, eroticism, and sensuality. For Attersee, painting in itself is a sensual act. Luminous colors, dynamic brushstrokes, and figurative, often symbolic depictions characterize his works. Background associations and imaginative narrative aspects flow into his paintings.
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Kiki Kogelnik
First-class works of art by important Austrian artist Kiki Kogelnik, who is currently being honored with a retrospective at the Bank Austria Kunstforum in Vienna, can be found on the walls of the individually designed rooms. Kiki Kogelnik is seen as an Austrian representative of Pop Art. She is constantly expanding the many facets of her artistic work with a great passion for all things playful. © Kiki Kogelnik Foundation. All rights reserved
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Hubert Schmalix
Discover a special abstract early work by Hubert Schmalix in the area in front of the wellness area, from a creative phase before the artist turned to figuration, for which he later became widely known. Along with Siegfried Anzinger, Herbert Brandl and Alois Mosbacher, who are also represented with works in the hotel, Hubert Schmalix became known as a representative of "New Painting" in the 1980s.
World-class works of art
Other big names such as Hermann Nitsch, Peter Pongratz, Günther Förg, Sam Francis, and Xenia Hausner are also represented with their works. In the same way, select younger artists such as Amani Broggi, Daniel Horvath, Billi Thanner, and Attila Adorjan, with his sensational photorealistic works, complete the art atmosphere at Hotel Schloss Seefels.
Immerse yourself in a colorful world of images, and draw inspiration from the themes and strength from the world-class works of art.
ART Schloss Seefels
Browse with this brochure through the ART Schloss Seefels and share with us the passion, of admiration and enthusiasm.
FAQs
What is the "HOseum" at Schloss Seefels?
The HOseum combines 5-star superior hotel hospitality with a museum: over 200 artworks from the Haselsteiner Family Collection are displayed throughout the castle and can be viewed around the clock.
How did the art come to Schloss Seefels?
The artworks come from the private collection of the Haselsteiner family. Hotelière Helena Ramsbacher personally selected the more than 200 pieces on display from around 6,000 works in the family collection – with the aim that the artwork radiate joie de vivre and harmonize with each respective room.
Which artists are featured in the art collection?
The art collection includes renowned names such as Georg Baselitz, Maria Lassnig, Markus Lüpertz, Karel Appel, Arnulf Rainer, Hermann Nitsch, Kiki Kogelnik, Christian Ludwig Attersee, Günther Förg, Sam Francis, and Xenia Hausner, as well as younger positions such as Attila Adorján, Billi Thanner, and Daniel Horvath.
Where in the hotel can the artworks be seen?
The most significant works, including those by Baselitz and Lüpertz, hang in the lobby. Further pieces can be found in the rooms and suites. A special highlight is the 21-metre-high "Himmelsleiter" (Stairway to Heaven) by Billi Thanner on the castle tower – a neon-lit installation in the outdoor area.
Are Carinthian artists represented as well?
Yes. Regional artists such as Ernst Gradischnig, Anton Mahringer, Hans Staudacher, Karl Stark, and contemporary artist Gudrun Kampl shape many of the rooms with their distinctive visual language.
Is there an art catalogue available to read?
Yes, the "KUNST VOLL KUNST" artwork lookbook is available as a free download and guides visitors through the collection's most important works.
Can every hotel guest view the art collection?
Yes, the artworks are displayed in the hotel's public and private areas and are accessible to guests at any time, 24/7.
Who can I contact for more information about the collection?
For questions about the art collection or possible guided tours, the Schloss Seefels team is happy to help via office@seefels.at or +43 4272 2377.
