Prussian Academy of Arts. Exhibition catalogue 1786‐1943

From 1786 to 1943, art exhibitions organised by the Prussian Academy of Arts were a key medium of artistic and cultural life in Berlin for a long time, enjoying recognition throughout the whole of Germany. For the first time ever, artists from Berlin and beyond had the opportunity to show and sell their works here.

The exhibitions were documented in catalogues from 1786. These rare directories provide detailed information on the participating artists, many of whom were members or students of the Academy, as well as on art collectors and the exhibited works that were perhaps available for sale.