A multitude of animals appear in the paintings of the Old Masters. The significance of these animals from the Middle Ages to the Rococo period has become alien to us today.
Image gallery
Albrecht Dürer: Die Madonna mit dem Zeisig, 1506
In the tandem tours, biologist Ursula Müller and art historian Thomas Hoffmann demonstrate how to decipher animals and their symbolism. Using meaningful examples, the tour aims to provide access to "reading" the paintings based on animal depictions.
Participation fee: €10 plus admission.
Limited number of participants. Online booking recommended.
TOPICS
- 4.7. Animals in Art: Dogs and Cats
- 1.8. Animals in Art: Pets
- 5.9. Animals in Art: Birds
- 10.10. Animals in Art: Marine Creatures
- 7.11. Animals in Art: Insects
- 5.12. Animals in Art: Animals of Paradise
(IN GERMAN)
Additional information
Meeting point: information
Price info: plus admission
Price: €10.00
Booking: booking/prior registration recommended
Price info: plus admission
Price: €10.00
Booking: booking/prior registration recommended
