BRECHNA THEME DAY AT THE LINDEN MUSEUM

On April 21, 2024, the Breshna Foundation for Culture, in collaboration with the Linden Museum, dedicated a special day to honor the life and work of Abdul Ghafur Brechna. The event began with an engaging curatorial tour of Brechna’s works in the exhibition “Stuttgart – Afghanistan,” led by Dr. Annette Krämer. Prof. Dr. Inés de Castro, Director of the Linden Museum, opened the event with an insightful speech, emphasizing the importance of collaboration with the Breshna Foundation for Culture. In the keynote lectures, participants gained insights into Brechna’s diverse oeuvre, which extended far beyond painting. From art and music to radio, theater, and political caricature, Brechna left an indelible mark on Afghanistan’s cultural landscape. Art historian Nathalie Kreitz highlighted Abdul Ghafur Brechna’s role as a pioneer of Afghan modernity, while Prof. Alam Farhad examined Brechna’s significance from historical and contemporary perspectives. Rubab master Daud Khan Sadozai concluded the evening with an impressive performance of Brechna’s compositions. Response This special event provided a unique opportunity to deepen the understanding of Breshna’s work and its significance in the broader context of Afghan and global art history. “In Germany, Brechna – who exhibited in many countries – is still relatively unknown despite his great significance. As a person and artist, he represents, like few other intellectuals, the cultural connections and relationships between Afghanistan and Germany.”
From the exhibition magazine “Stuttgart/ Afghanistan” 2024 – by Dr. Annette Krämer