Gerhard Richter: Landschaften

Name: Gerhard Richter: Landschaften
Start: 2026-06-20
Location: New York, NY

ArtExhibition

Gerhard Richter is one of the most consequential painters alive, and a focused show of his landscapes ("Landschaften") at David Zwirner is the kind of free, museum-caliber exhibition that makes Chelsea worth a Saturday. His blurred, photo-based vistas sit between abstraction and representation in a way that rewards slow, in-person looking you simply can't get from a screen.

What to expect

A quiet, well-lit gallery exhibition of Richter's landscape paintings at Zwirner's 20th Street space, running May 7 through July 10, 2026. Expect a calm, contemplative pace rather than a spectacle — ideal for art lovers, students, and anyone who wants a reflective break from the weekend crowds. The opening reception is Thursday, May 7, 6–8 PM; weekend visits during regular hours are typically calmer.

Good to know

Getting there: David Zwirner's 20th Street gallery is in West Chelsea — take the C/E to 23rd St or the 1 to 23rd St and walk west toward the High Line.
Timing: The Thursday, May 7 opening (6–8 PM) draws crowds; for unhurried viewing, go on a weekend afternoon and pair it with nearby Chelsea galleries or a High Line stroll.
Budget: Gallery exhibitions like this are typically free to enter, but confirm hours and any timed-entry details on the official site before you go.

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Common questions

Is there an admission charge?

Commercial gallery shows like David Zwirner's are generally free and open to the public; check the official exhibition page to confirm before visiting.

When can I see it, and when does it open?

The exhibition runs May 7–July 10, 2026, with an opening reception on Thursday, May 7, 6–8 PM. For regular daily and weekend hours, see davidzwirner.com.

Which David Zwirner location is this?

It's at the 20th Street gallery in West Chelsea. Zwirner has multiple NYC spaces, so confirm the address on the official site so you don't head to the wrong one.

Gerhard Richter: Landschaften

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