Germany has a long and diverse tradition in the field of art. From Gothic architecture to Renaissance literature and art, to Romanticism, Expressionism and the Modernist movement, Germany's artistic contributions spanned all periods and styles. German artists such as Albrecht Dürer, Carl Friedrich Schiller, Caspar David Friedrich, Oskar Keyempton, etc., have made important achievements in various periods, shaping the unique face of German art.
German art is a fascinating picture of freedom, rebellion and romance. In this land of culture, every artistic emergence is like a melodious symphony, interweaving free thoughts, rebellious souls and romantic emotions into a melodious melody.
On Berlin's Museum Island, the architecture resembles a carved work of art, echoing the classicism and romanticism of German architecture. It is not only a collection of precious cultural relics, but also a solemn commitment to artistic freedom. Every stone and every display on Museum Island seems to tell the story of the German artist's unremitting pursuit of free thought and the constraints of tradition.
museum islandIntroduction to Museum Island
Berlin Museum Island is a small island in the heart of Berlin, Germany, located on the Spree River. The island is home to five world-famous museums, which together are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The five museums are:
The Old Museum (Altes Museum).
This is the oldest museum on Museum Island, built between 1830 and 1837. Countless masterpieces from the classical period are on display in this magnificent building with a spacious circular dome, such as sculptures, jewelry, vases and coins from Greek and Etruscan art as well as the Roman Empire.
The Neues Museum
Built between 1855 and 1859, the new museum was closed due to damage in World War II and later reopened to the public in 2009. This museum showcases one of the world's most famous artifacts, Nubian art from Egypt, as well as other precious artifacts from ancient civilizations.
The Pergamon Museum
This is the largest museum on Museum Island and is divided into three main sections: the Museum of Antiquities, the Museum of the Middle East, and the Museum of Islamic Art. The most notable of these are the Istar Gate in Babylon and the Basilica of Isfahan in Persia.
Alte Nationalgalerie, Museum Island
The museum was built between 1867 and 1876, and the Old National Gallery resembles an ancient temple that towers above Museum Island on its high stepped base. The Old National Gallery houses paintings and sculptures from the Classicist, Romantic, Biedermeier, Impressionist, and Early Modern periods. It is considered one of the most comprehensive collections of art between the French Revolution and the First World War.
Neue Nationalgalerie, Museum Island
Built in 1968, this museum is the newest building on Museum Island. It focuses on modern art of the 20th century and houses works by famous artists including Picasso, Chirico, Braun, and many more.
detail des in berlin rekonstruierten ischtar-tores: darstellung eines muschchuschu-drachen auf glasierten ziegeln © staatliche museen zu berlin, vorderasiatisches museum / olaf m. teßmer
profil der alten nationalgalerieAn introduction to the Old National Gallery in Berlin
The idea of founding this museum can be traced back to Friedrich Wilhelm IV, who envisioned a "sanctuary of art and science" in the heart of Berlin, between the royal palace, the cathedral and the university"freistätte für kunst und wissenschaft" 。The basic architectural concept of the old National Gallery today, the high-rise, antique temple-like Ein Hoch aufgesockelter, Antikisierender Tempelbau, was also proposed by this king. These plans were later concretely realized by Schinkel's pupil Friedrich August Sturle, who had previously designed the new museum. After Sturle's death, Johann Heinrich Strack, also a student of Schinkel, completed the construction of the museum.
The National Gallery was inspired by a donation from the banker and consul Joachim Heinrich Wilhelm Wagner, who donated his collection, including works by Caspar David Friedrich, Carl Friedrich Schinkel, the Düsseldorf School, and the Belgian Historical School, to the Kingdom of Prussia in his will, and died in 1861. Wagner wanted to display the collection to the public in a suitable venue and develop it into a national gallery. Just a year later, Sturle was given the task of designing a suitable building. On March 22, 1876, the birthday of William I, the National Gallery became the third museum on the island of Spree with a grand opening.
During the Second World War, the building was repeatedly bombed and suffered serious damage. After the war, the building was quickly but temporarily repurposed and partially reopened in 1949. A year later, the second exhibition floor was also open to visitors again.
Paintings of 19th-century paintings from the German ** period Whrend der Teilung Deutschlands, which remained in the west of the city or returned there, are exhibited in other buildings, from 1968 in the newly built New National Gallery, and in 1986 at Charlottenburg Palace as a "Romantic Gallery".
After the fall of the Berlin Wall, these growing collections were once again merged and reorganized: the Old National Gallery presents art from the 19th and early 20th centuries, while the New National Gallery presents 20th-century art.
In 1992, Hg Merz Berlin Architects was responsible for the reconstruction and renewal of the technical facilities of the Old National Gallery. It was closed between 1998 and 2001;It solemnly reopened on December 2, 2001, on the occasion of its 125th anniversary.
caspar d**id friedrich, der mönch am meer, detail (1808-10) ©staatliche museen zu berlin, nationalgalerie / andres kilger
Besuch Planen Museum Visits and Ticket Bookings
1.Log in to the official website.
2.Select Tickets&einlass in the besuch plan
3.Choose time + visit to the exhibition and island.
3-day pass to the Berlin Museum.
If you don't live in Berlin and are only visiting Berlin for a few days, we recommend purchasing a three-day pass for the Berlin Museum.
Within 3 days of purchasing the pass, access to more than 30 exhibitions and museums, including Museum Island, is available, and most of the museums skip the queue and go straight in.
A three-day pass** costs 32 euros. If you are a student, you can enjoy a half-price student ticket, ** for 16 euros, but remember to bring the corresponding ID when entering the museum. Also remember to check the opening time of the museum you want to visit on Google Maps.
1-day pass to Berlin's Museum Island
If you can only spend one day visiting the Berlin Museum, we recommend purchasing a one-day pass for Berlin Museum Island.
This ticket gives you high-density access to 5 museums on Museum Island, including the Pergamon Panorama Museum, in one day. ** is 19 euros and *** is 9 for students5 euros.
Berlin Museum Annual Pass
If you're based in Berlin, you can buy a museum annual pass, which gives you free time to visit your favorite museums throughout the year.
LBASIC Basic Annual Pass Gutschein für Jahreskarte Basic
*: 25 euros.
Hours: Tuesday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday when some museums are open until 8 p.m., week.
Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is no limit to the length of stay in the museum.
LCLASSIC Gutschein Für Jahreskarte Classic
*: 50 euros;Discounted price: 25 euros.
When: Valid for access to all permanent exhibitions at the Berlin State Museum during the entire opening hours.
Lclassic Plus Annual Pass Gutschein Für Jahreskarte Classic Plus
*: 100 euros;Discounted price: 50 euros.
When: Valid for all permanent and special exhibitions at all opening hours of the Berlin State Museum at no additional cost. Priority entry is available.
German art is like an artistic dance, free and elegant, rebellious and dynamic, romantic and affectionate. It is a picture full of philosophical speculation, literary affection and artistic innovation, a highly poetic expression of life and emotions.
If you're about to leave or already live in Germany, don't miss out on your art encounter on Berlin's Museum Island