Bode-Museum

For the design of the Kaiser Friedrich Museum (renamed Bode Museum in 1956), commissioned by the Emperor Wilhelm II, the head architect Ernst von Ihne, a leading exponent of "Kaiser's Baroque." To achieve this, the appearance of a building located steps out of the water, the architect of the three-winged building around several interior courtyards, so that the exterior facades immediately limits the banks of the Spree. A dominating dome and two opulent staircases give the building a stately air, which further emphasized by the decorative elements such as the monumental pilasters, engaged columns and window frames. The former General Director of Museums, Wilhelm von Bode himself made suggestions for room lighting and the correct dosages. The art works were shown as part of the original ceilings, fireplaces, door jambs, tapestries and furniture. Bodes presentation concept, was present at a general effect of authenticity target influential in the world.

 The museum was opened in 1904th During the Second World War a large part of the building, especially the dome, suffered major damage. Beginning in the 1950s, step by step, the museum was reconstructed and put back into operation. In the 1990s, universal coverage began with the first parts of reconstruction and in August 2000, the construction of the basic rehabilitation of. The Numismatic Collection has been open to visitors at the Bode Museum since 22 Opened in October 2004, to mark the 100th anniversary. On 19 October 2006, the Bode Museum was opened again in its entirety and the Sculpture Collection, the Numismatic and works on display in the Art Gallery - Old Masters.

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