German Museum Worker Fired for Displaying Own Artwork in Gallery

A 51-year-old technician at Munich's Pinakothek der Moderne was dismissed after secretly installing his painting alongside famous artists' works.

The technician, who also identified as a freelance artist, hoped the stunt would lead to an artistic breakthrough.
The painting, displayed briefly, did not receive positive feedback from visitors.
Museum staff noticed the unauthorized addition immediately, leading to the worker's dismissal and a ban from the premises.
Police are investigating the incident for potential property damage due to holes drilled in the gallery wall.
Similar unauthorized art displays have occurred in other German museums, but with varied reactions from the institutions.