Summer Retreat – Jakob Lena Knebl

A surreal-staged parallel universe at the Marmorschlössl Jakob Lena Knebl explores identity in relation to themes from history, art history, fashion, religion, and mythology in her work. As varied as her subjects themselves, so too are the forms of expression employed by the transmedia conceptual artist in her interpretations. Identity at the intersection of history, fashion, and mythology To this end, Knebl will transform the Marmorschlössl into a kind of stage on which various protagonists—whether figures or objects—will be staged in such a way that the audience will feel as though they are moving through a parallel universe. That Knebl herself will be part of this is beyond question, as it ultimately represents a projection of her ongoing engagement with her own multifaceted personality. In the grand salon of what was once Empress Elisabeth's retreat, she will realize a dreamlike, surreal installation that, among other things, references works by the artist Ernst Heinrich Barlach. Visitors will also encounter a personal interpretation of the dancer by Impressionist Edgar Degas, as well as a very special staging of a swan, since one once resided in "Sisi's" bedchamber. In the upper-floor rooms, Knebl will present her own works—some made of fabric—alongside pieces by students. In the outdoor area, the artist will realize interpretations of the hut of Baba Yaga, the forest witch (a mythological figure from Slavic folklore). Curated by Lucas Cuturi Special Edition A special edition has been created for the exhibition: Jakob Lena Knebl's Big Little Dancer (2026) as a limited ceramic in an edition of 125. About the edition and ordering Guided tours with curator Lucas Cuturi Thu, 07.05., Thu, 21.05., Thu, 09.07., Thu, 23.07., Thu, 06.08., Thu, 20.08.26 with the Austria Guides Sun, 10.05., Thu, 14.05., Sun, 24.05., Thu, 28.05., Sun, 07.06., Thu, 11.06., Sun, 21.06., Thu, 25.06., Sun, 05.07., Sun, 19.07., Sun, 02.08., Sun, 16.08., Sun, 30.08., Thu, 03.09., Sun, 13.09., Thu, 17.09., Sun, 27.09.26 Registration until 15:00 the day before at kulturvermittlung@ooelkg.at, +43 732 7720 522 22 (Mon–Fri, 09:00–15:00) For Sunday tours with the Austria Guides, you can also register at short notice on Sat, 09:30–15:00 at marmorschloessl@ooelkg.at, +43 664 60072 522 95. Guided tours in October on request. Adults € 6.– Seniors € 5.– Children, young people, students,... € 3.– Admission to the Kaiserpark is charged separately