Design meets Luxembourgish Craftsmanship – Art, Design and History in a Private Home and Garden
Hosted by:
Tania Kremer-Sossong
Artist, certified tourist guide (LCTO), guide at Beaufort Castle, and staff member at the National Museum of History and Art, Luxembourg
1. Overview
“Design meets Luxembourgish Craftsmanship” is a unique, guided tour through a private artist’s home and garden, tailored for tourists, art lovers, and design enthusiasts.
Visitors are invited to discover the dialogue between international furniture design, regional craftsmanship, Luxembourgish art, and personal collecting culture.
The tour provides vivid and personal insight into art and design history – sparking conversation and ending with a relaxed drink in the garden.
2. Target Audience
Individual tourists and small groups (up to 8 people)
Art and design lovers
Culture-focused travellers interested in Luxembourg’s past and present
Architecture and craftsmanship enthusiasts
Tour operators seeking authentic, high-quality cultural experiences
3. Duration
Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, including house and garden tour, plus a closing drink
4. Tour Contents
A) Home – Art, Furniture and Design
Guided presentation of iconic furniture designs, including:
Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer (Bauhaus)
Chairs by Charles Rennie Mackintosh (Art Nouveau)
Panton Chair by Verner Panton (1960s)
Introduction to design history in the 20th century
Explanation of styles, materials, functions, and social context
B) Luxembourgish Craftsmanship and Furniture
Custom-made furniture by Luxembourgish carpenters
Traditional techniques and materials explained
Discussion on the evolution of craftsmanship in the digital age
C) Art from Luxembourg
Carefully selected works from my private collection, including:
Gér Maas – emotional, colourful paintings
Sosthène Weiss – atmospheric watercolours and architectural scenes
SUMO – contemporary urban art with pop and ironic undertones
Overview of Luxembourgish art movements from the 20th century to the present
Personal insights into collecting and living with art
D) Luxembourgish Exlibris Collection
Presentation of selected exlibris from different periods
Their historical function and artistic qualities explained
Overview of traditional printing techniques (woodcut, etching, lithography)
E) The Garden as Art Space
Walk through a creatively curated garden with sculptures and objects
Conversation about outdoor art, materials, and nature-based design
Space for reflection and inspiration
5. About the Host
I personally lead each tour.
As an artist, exlibris collector, certified tourist guide (LCTO), castle guide at Beaufort and museum staff at Luxembourg’s National Museum of History and Art, I offer a passionate, knowledgeable and welcoming experience.
6. Atmosphere & Interaction
After the tour, guests are invited to enjoy a relaxed drink – in the garden or inside, depending on the weather.
The setting encourages questions, conversation and sharing impressions – far from the typical museum visit.
7. Languages
German
Luxembourgish
French
8. Optional Add-ons
Suitable for art and design schools, professional groups or special interest tours
Thematic focus available: e.g. exlibris, garden art, design history
9. Conclusion
“Design meets Luxembourgish Craftsmanship” is not a standard museum visit, but an invitation into a lived-in home full of stories and creativity.
This unique combination of expert guidance, personal collection, and artistic atmosphere offers guests an unforgettable experience of Luxembourgish culture.