Search results
6 works across 1 institution
Cologne's Museum Ludwig holds 6 works by Paul Klee (1879–1940) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Klee was one of the most inventive artists of the early 20th century, working across painting, drawing, and printmaking with equal mastery. He taught at the Bauhaus alongside Kandinsky and his work bridges Expressionism, Cubism, and Surrealism. Born in Switzerland, he spent most of his career in Germany before returning to Bern in his final years.
Works by Paul Klee are protected by copyright — images cannot be displayed. Each result links to Wikidata, where you can find the museum's own listing for the work.
Museum Ludwig
💎 Hidden GemCologne · 6 works on display
Q133046430
c. 1930
Image rights reserved
Q133098399
Image rights reserved
Über-Blick
c. 1939
Image rights reserved
Pyramiden
c. 1933
Image rights reserved
About the artist
Paul Klee
Swiss/German · Expressionism / Bauhaus · 1879–1940
Klee was one of the most inventive artists of the early 20th century, working across painting, drawing, and printmaking with equal mastery. He taught at the Bauhaus alongside Kandinsky and his work bridges Expressionism, Cubism, and Surrealism. Born in Switzerland, he spent most of his career in Germany before returning to Bern in his final years.
Key works
Twittering MachineAd ParnassumAngelus Novus
Frequently asked questions
How many Paul Klee paintings are on display in Cologne?
Our current data shows 6 Paul Klee paintings on display in Cologne, spread across the Museum Ludwig. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Cologne has the most Paul Klee paintings?
Museum Ludwig holds all 6 known Paul Klee works in Cologne.
Where else can I see Paul Klee's paintings?
Paul Klee's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Paul Klee →
Planning your visit to Cologne
Cologne's art institutions cluster around the old town near the Cathedral — the Wallraf-Richartz-Museum, the Ludwig Museum, and the Kolumba are all within easy walking distance. The Ludwig Museum has one of Europe's finest collections of 20th-century art. The KölnCard offers museum discounts and public transport.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.