Berlin, being an expansive city boasts of a colourful history, an energetic captive and a robust arts sector. We are happy to welcome all lovers of art and those who would like to get acquainted with the best art galleries in Berlin. In this blog post we will guide you through a virtual walk of some of the most famous art galleries of the city.
1. Gemäldegalerie
The Gemäldegalerie situated at the Kulturforum must surely feature on the list of ‘not to be missed’ places for visitors interested in art. This gallery is also considered to have one of the finest collections of European paintings the period c. 1250-1800. All the galleries have the best and famous artists of that time, Rembrandt, Vermeer, Botticelli and Dürer ever painted are here in this gallery.
Pro tip: Spend as much time as you want to spend in the gallery, and do see The Men’s Bath by Degas or Self-Portrait with Two Circles by Rembrandt.
2. Hamburger Bahnhof
A unique concept of the museum named ‘Hamburger Bahnhof’ is located in a setting that used to accommodate trains. This experimental venue presents a varied program of works in post-2000 ‘avant-garde’ styles, as well as in more traditional styles of gallery art, including installation, painting, sculpture, and works that involve digital media. You will get a chance to examine pieces of work by famous artists including Andy Warhol, Joseph Beuys and Cy Twombly.
Pro tip: You may also want to be sure to check out the museum’s plethora of works by German artist Joseph Beuys, such as the piece called “Fettecke.”
3. Neue Nationalgalerie
The Neue Nationalgalerie is an architectural work of art by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. This gallery is devoted to 20th-century art, however, the museum has amassed a vast number of artworks that belong to the modernist movement. Starting from the expressionism up to the contemporaries’ works, the Neue Nationalgalerie sets the chronology and revives the most significant events of the twentieth century.
Pro tip: Even in this place, one can stand in awe over the glass-domed structure described as a temple of modern art in a tour of the art works of artists such as Max Beckmann and Ernst Ludwig Kirchner.
4. East Side Gallery
It is a specific site of mural art referring to the longest remaining stretch of the Wall at the East Side, overseeing the Spree River. This is an outdoor gallery where artists from all corners of the globe painted artwork after the demolition of the wall. This way, it represent people’s desire for a unification, for liberty, and all the possible dreams of a new life.
Pro tip: Have a walk through the East Side Gallery with favorite murals such as Dmitri Vrubel’s ‘My God, Help Me to Survive This Deadly Love.’ There is also an opportunity to visit Yadegar Asisi’s Wall Panorama.
5. C/O Berlin
Contemporary art gallery C/O Berlin is devoted to the exploration of photographic art and related visual media. It is an active arena for the presentation of photo works of experienced shooters and young talents with various approaches and techniques. Like the exhibitions as well as the events, C / O Berlin constantly changes, making this place an ideal place to experience the opportunities of the modern world of photos.
Pro tip: Since there is a variety of exhibitions that are usually on at the gallery, one can look on the W galleries website to check and see which exhibitions are ongoing in case you want to organize yourself better and get to C/O Berlin in good time.
Conclusion
The galleries in Berlin still provide a rich fare of art for visitors in the form of the masterpieces which have been painted for centuries as well as works of art which have been created to provoke the minds of the viewers. Whether you are an art junkie, a first time art viewer or just an amateur interested in art, a Berlin Art Gallery walking tour is something that you should definitely consider.
Always be sure to take the time to map your options and ensure that you spend as much time as possible in each of the galleries. It is suggested that it is the best practice to walk, use the bus or a bike when getting from one point to another in the city. Please remember to verify the working hours of each gallery and any special display regulations because of the covid situation.
So get up off your chair, tie your shoes and begin your art trip across Berlin’s artistic attractions. Here’s your heads up to feel impressed and be amazed altogether with the passion and skills showcased in this creative corner!
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