»It is incredibly exciting to be able to redefine an artist - and to discover Alfons Walde as a photographer«, said Peter Coeln on Thursday evening at WestLicht. Museum of Photography. The occasion was the opening of the exhibition SchauLust. The Erotic Photography of Alfons Walde, which shows a spectacular discovery until February the 8th: Numerous previously completely unknown photographs by Walde, mainly female nudes, are juxtaposed with selected paintings and drawings made after these photographs. Walde's grandson Michael Walde-Berger recovered the photographic treasures from his grandfather's estate a few years ago and immediately enthused WestLicht owner Peter Coeln about the exhibition project.

Photos: Christine Miess/WestLicht