PORCELAIN COLLECTION
Guided tour of the porcelain collection: Augustus II and the 'maladie de porcelaine'
Be inspired by Augustus the Strong's 'maladie de porcelaine' on a guided tour of the porcelain collection in the Dresden Zwinger!
HIGHLIGHTS: Chinese porcelain from the Ming period - Chinese porcelain from the Kangxi period - Kakiemon and old Imari porcelain from Japan - Meissen porcelain from the Böttger period - Meissen porcelain figures from Kaendler - porcelain tableware and dinner services from the Höroldt period
Museum Tour Dresden: Discover the Porcelain Collection in the Zwinger
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of porcelain art with a museum tour through the renowned Porcelain Collection in Dresden's Zwinger. Explore the delicate language of porcelain and experience one of the most significant collections worldwide.
The Collector’s Passion: Augustus the Strong and His "Porcelain Disease"
Augustus the Strong was so enamored with porcelain that he referred to his obsession as a "maladie de porcelaine." Diplomats and agents scoured Europe for the finest pieces from China and Japan. Simultaneously, the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory set new standards, skillfully imitating and refining Asian designs.
Baroque Meets Modern: The Presentation of the Collection
In a setting designed by architect Peter Marino, baroque splendor merges seamlessly with modern elegance. Silk and leather wallpapers, gilded pavilions, and crystal chandeliers create the perfect backdrop for monumental Imari vases, delicate figurines, and opulent tableware. Particularly noteworthy is the Böttger Room, where the origins of Meissen porcelain and red Böttger stoneware come to life.
Immerse yourself in the world of porcelain art and book your guided tour of the Dresden Porcelain Collection! Or send us a no-obligation enquiry!
A few more details about the tour
- Languages: German / English
- Duration: 1 hour
- Bank transfer (within the EU) or cash payment
- Date: according to request
- Meeting point: cash desk and information area
- Additional entry fees apply / group size max. 20
Your Dresden team: Nicole Brey & Michael Brey
Back in the '90s, we packed our bags! Starting as tour guides and lecturers, we arrived in Dresden’s booming tourism sector in 1998. For over 10 years, we also curated exhibitions across Europe as art historians. Experience the city through our audio guides, too! As tour guides in Dresden, we offer personalized service and valuable tips.
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JOHANN WOLFGANG VON GOETHE
Dresden gave me great pleasure and rekindled my desire to think about art. This beautiful place is an incredible treasure trove of all kinds of things.