Art + Clutter: Appraisal of family treasures in the Passau town hall!
On the 10th-12th The event “Art + Clutter” will take place in the historic Passau town hall in October 2025. Experts examine art objects. Applications possible until September 6, 2025.

Art + Clutter: Appraisal of family treasures in the Passau town hall!
The anticipation for the new season of the popular antiques show “Art and Clutter” can already be felt in Passau. Treasures from the cellar and attic will once again be examined in the city's historic town hall from October 10th to 12th, 2025. Loud BR Around 20 new episodes will be created, which will be shown on BR television and in the ARD media library from November 22, 2025.
During the three-day recording, citizens can have their family treasures valued by experts. Dr. Dedo von Kerssenbrock-Krosigk, who has nine years of experience in appraising glass objects, will also be on site and examine the treasures. Next to him will be Prof. Dr. Christiane Lange will act as the new painting expert. She replaces the former expert Prof. Dr. Hans Ottomeyer, who has retired.
On-site expertise
The selection of subject areas is diverse and appeals to a wide range of interested parties. Whether glass, sculptures or musical instruments; the list of assessment areas is extensive:
- 10. Oktober, vormittags: Glas – Dr. Dedo von Kerssenbrock-Krosigk, Christoph Bouillon
- 10. Oktober, nachmittags: Skulpturen – Dr. Frank Mattias Kammel, Florian Eitle-Böhler
- 11. Oktober, vormittags: Musikinstrumente und Silber – Prof. Dr. Josef Focht, Dr. Martin Kares
- 11. Oktober, mittags: Uhren – Dr. Peter Frieß, Andreas Fritsch
- 11. Oktober, nachmittags: Design – Dr. Josef Straßer, Katharina Marchgraber
- 12. Oktober, vormittags: Spielzeug – Mathias Ernst, Anke Wendl
- 12. Oktober, nachmittags: Gemälde – Prof. Dr. Christiane Lange, Dr. Herbert Giese
Interested parties have the opportunity to submit their objects for assessment until September 6, 2025. A maximum of four objects per subject area can be tried out. An application is simply sent by email to kunstundkrempel@br.de and should contain all the necessary contact details and photos of the objects.
Culture and emotion
“Art and Clutter” has earned a permanent place in the hearts of viewers over 40 years. The tension and emotions of property appraisals are simply captivating. Loud press The recording dates from Friday to Sunday are an excellent opportunity to pass on your own story to the next generation and perhaps do a good deal or two.
For those who would like to take a closer look at the value of their collectibles, this offers Auction House Steel in Hamburg has over 40 years of experience in the art and auction trade. There are professional staff there who offer initial assessment advice free of charge, and you can also take advantage of other services for appraising art, antiques and jewelry.
Get ready to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of “Art and Clutter” and perhaps uncover one or two treasures from your own past. The historic town hall in Passau opens its doors and invites you on an exciting journey of discovery into the world of antiques.