City Museum Bautzen, Cultural heritage museum in Kornmarkt, Bautzen, Germany.
Description
The City Museum Bautzen is located in a substantial building complex on Kornmarkt that brings together collections spanning from ancient times to contemporary periods. The exhibitions display archaeological finds and artworks from the Upper Lusatian region, arranged across multiple spaces within the museum.
History
The institution was established in 1910 in a modest setting and relocated to its present location in 1912 where it could accommodate larger collections. During World War II, the museum suffered major losses when portions of its holdings were seized and destroyed.
Culture
The museum displays regional artworks that reflect local artistic traditions and show how creative expression developed across different periods in Upper Lusatia. Walking through the galleries, you can observe how artists from this area responded to their times and surroundings.
Practical
The museum is located in the town center and easily accessible on foot when visiting Bautzen. Groups interested in the collections can arrange guided visits in advance to gain deeper insight into specific themes.
Did you know?
The museum preserves works by Lucas Cranach the Elder and Otto Dix, artists separated by centuries but both connected to the region through their practice and legacy. This pairing reveals how the area's artistic heritage encompasses vastly different artistic approaches.
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