Gemäldegalerie

The Gemäldegalerie showcases an exceptional collection of European painting, bringing together masterpieces by Rembrandt, Rubens, Botticelli, Raphael, Titian, Goya, Velázquez, and Watteau. Its holdings combine works once housed at the old Bode-Museum on Museumsinsel and the former Gemäldegalerie in Dahlem, now presented under one roof.

Strengths of the collection

The museum is especially strong in German painting from the 13th to the 16th centuries, Netherlandish art of the 15th and 16th centuries, and Flemish works of the 17th century. Another highlight is its rich group of miniature paintings spanning the 16th to the 19th centuries, showing fine detail and remarkable craftsmanship on a small scale.

Architecture and layout

The newer building, designed by architects Heinz Hilmer and Christoph Sattler, provides generous space for the collection. The main gallery displays around 1,150 works, with a further 350 shown in the studio gallery. These are part of a wider European painting collection of nearly 2,900 pieces.

Scale and history

Founded in 1830, the Gemäldegalerie moved into its purpose-built home in 1998. Today, the exhibition area spans about 7,000 square meters. A full circuit leads through 72 rooms and covers almost two kilometers, offering a comprehensive journey across centuries of European art.