Museum
The cornerstones for the MdbK were laid in 1858 when members of the Leipziger Kunstverein realized their ambition to establish a museum in cooperation with a civic foundation. Over 150 years later, the MdbK is filled with history, reflecting Leipzig as a city of art.
History
Maximilian Speck von Sternburg was one of the great admirers of art in the 19th century. Marion Bühler-Brockhaus and her husband gathered a significant collection of French 19th century paintings. Harald Falckenberg of Hamburg is one of the best-known collectors of the present age. Together, they – and many others – align with a tradition that dates more than 150 years back: in 1848, the Museum der bildenden Künste Leipzig was founded by merchants, publishers, traders and bankers of the city. From that point in time onwards, numerous collectors have followed in their footsteps, contributing to the museum through bestowments and foundations. Their passion for art and their individual focal points are still perceivable in tours around the collection.
Architecture
Designed by Berlin architects Hufnagel / Pütz / Rafaelian, the 36-meter high glass cube peeks out of the surrounding structures. Courtyards and terraces surround the museum complex and blend into the city through adoption of the architectural style of the Leipzig passages. The generosity of space inside is uniquely defined through its play with different visual axes and an outlook onto the urban landscape. The material fusion of glass, concrete, limestone and oak mark the interior, endowing it with a vibrant appeal. The presentation of contemporary artworks and installations that are integrated into the design of our corridors, terraces, and courtyards demonstrate a skilful meeting of art and architecture.
Library
The Museum of Fine Arts Leipzig has a reference library with free access for everyone. Staff is always available to assist you with the use of our resources. If you wish to conduct extensive research in our library, please give us a call beforehand.
One of Germany’s largest museum libraries, our art historical collection comprises 100.000 items. The library’s origination dates back to the year 1837, when citizens of Leipzig founded the local art society, which would later also be responsible for the establishment of our museum. Our library is oriented towards suiting the museum’s collections, and draws contemporary literature about art from regional and international circles. A particular focus is set on art and culture from a time span between the 17th and the 19th century. Important source material for art historical literature ranges from guides about European art centers to contemporary monographs and a unique collection of rare exhibition catalogues. The library holds international collections catalogues, as well.
Library opening hours:
| Wed | 1 pm - 8 pm |
Tue* and Thu* | 1 pm - 6 pm |
* For contact with the box office call +49 341 216 999 32
Contact
Team MdbK
Direction Office
Gabriele Pätow, Head
+49 341 216 999 20
gabriele.paetow@leipzig.de
Katrin Klietsch, Excecutive Assistance
+49 341 216 999 19
katrin.klietsch@leipzig.de
Romina Geppert, New Media
+49 341 216 999 13
romina.geppert@leipzig.de
Dr. Fabian Müller, Scientist
+49 341 216 999 29
fabian.mueller@leipzig.de
Luisa Senkowsky, Scientist
+49 341 216 999 35
luisa.senkowsky@leipzig.de
Collections
Dr. Jan Nicolaisen, Chiefcurator and Head of Paintings / Sculptures
+49 341 216 999 45
jan.nicolaisen@leipzig.de
Dr. Jeannette Stoschek, Chiefcurator Graphic Collection, Associate Director
+49 341 216 999 40
jeannette.stoschek@leipzig.de
Dr. Marcus Andrew Hurttig, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art
+49 341 216 999 17
marcus.hurttig@leipzig.de
Susanne Petri, Scientist
+49 341 216 999 12
susanne.petri@leipzig.de
Dr. Birgit Brunk, Provenance Research
+49 341 216 999 26
birgit.brunk@leipzig.de
External Collections / EVELYN RICHTER & URSULA ARNOLD ARCHIV of the Ostdeutsche Sparkassenstiftung
Kim Janke, Academic Assistant
+49 341 216 999 53
kim.janke@leipzig.de
MARION ERMER Price 2018
Elizabeth Youngman, Curator
+49 341 216 999 17
marion-ermer-preis@leipzig.de
Restoration
Rüdiger Beck, Chief Conservator
+49 341 216 999 25
ruediger.beck@leipzig.de
Antje Hake, Paintings Conservator
+49 341 216 999 25
antje.hake@leipzig.de
Bettina Kosel, Paper Conservator
+49 341 216 999 22
bettina.kosel@leipzig.de
Sammlungsverwaltung
Sebastian Grandlich-Ferl, Portfolio Manager Graphic Collection
+49 341 216 999 44
sebastian.grandlich-ferl@leipzig.de
Uwe Wagner, Portfolio Manager Painting & Sculptur
+49 341 216 999 31
uwe.wagner@leipzig.de
Library
Anka-Roberta Lazarus, Head
+49 341 216 999 32
anka.lazarus@leipzig.de
Angelika Glaß, Librarian
+49 341 216 999 56
angelika.glass@leipzig.de
Digital MdbK
Sabine Schmidt, Digital MdbK
+49 341 216 999 18
sabine.schmidt@leipzig.de
Exhibition Management
Ulrike Milde, Exhibition Management
+49 341 216 999 28
ulrike.milde@leipzig.de
Claudia Klugmann, Exhibition Management (out of office until 30.09.2018)
+49 341 216 999 28
claudia.klugmann@leipzig.de
Art Education
Hermine Brietzel, Art Mediation
+49 341 216 999 23
hermine.brietzel@leipzig.de
Kirsten Huwig, Art Mediation
+49 341 216 999 58
kirsten.huwig@leipzig.de
Annemarie Riemer, Art Mediation
+49 341 216 999 43
annemarie.riemer@leipzig.de
Saskia Gall, Art Mediation
+49 341 216 999 43
saskia.gall@leipzig.de
Amin Martini, Federal Voluntary Service
+49 341 216 999 41
Public Relations, Marketing & Event
Jörg Dittmer, Head
+49 341 216 999 42
joerg.dittmer@leipzig.de
Dr. Sylva Dörfer, Marketing & Event
+49 341 216 999 50
sylva.doerfer@leipzig.de
Ulrike Otto, Media and Visitor Services
+49 341 216 999 14
ulrike.otto@leipzig.de
Marina Roth, Assistant Marketing & Event
+49 341 216 999 34
marina.roth@leipzig.de
Administration
Steffi Heiland, Case Officer
+49 341 216 999 36
steffi.heiland@leipzig.de
Christin Müller, Clerkess
+49 341 216 999 16
christin.mueller@leipzig.de
Security & Facility Management
Torsten Cech, Head
+49 341 216 999 30, Mobil: +49 175 2088018
torsten.cech@leipzig.de
Sven Hottenrott, Carpenter
+49 341 216 999 38
Karsten Hummel, Building Services
+49 341 216 999 39
Andreas Neumann, Building Services
+49 341 216 999 39
Uwe Unger, Engineer building technology
+49 341 216 999 24
uwe.unger@leipzig.de