Guided tour with Dr. Samuel Wittwer, Director of the Department of Palaces and Collections, SPSG
Banquets are an integral part of political events. Throughout history, shared meals have been an important part of the ceremonial aspects of state visits, peace negotiations, coronations, and family celebrations.
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Meißen: Wärmeglocke aus dem Service Friedrichs II. mit preußisch-musikalischem Dessin (rot), Symbol der Künste und Wissenschaften, 1761
A look at the Silver Collection and the tableware of the Prussian kings and German emperors reveals that it was not only the occasion itself that mattered, but that even the tableware could convey political messages to guests.
This guided tour presents several notable examples of silver and porcelain and sheds light on the background of their history.
IN GERMAN
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Dates
September 2026
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