Das letzte Einhorn - Das Fabeltier in der Kunst POTSDAM ART BREAK

Experience the exhibition at the Barberini Museum with us last weekend - before the unicorns leave Potsdam again!

The unicorn is magical. It is not shown in any zoo, its occurrence is not documented anywhere, and yet it is ubiquitous - in pop culture, advertising or in children's rooms. The fascination with the unicorn is not a new phenomenon. It goes back centuries, even millennia, and is anchored in many cultures. In Europe it was considered a symbol of Christ or an allegory of chastity, it was a medical miracle cure, a jewel in art chambers and a research object in early natural sciences.

The exhibition "Unicorn. The mythical animal in art" in the Museum Barberini shows in around 150 works how artists have used the unicorn over time have shown away. From medieval manuscripts to precious tapestries to baroque allegories and pop culture - the chapters lead from the religious and medical interpretations of the unicorn to its current role as an object of longing and cult.

Special loans include a restored tapestry from the 15th century from the Church of St. Gotthardt in Brandenburg an der Havel as well as a painting by Francisco de Zurbarán from the Museo del Prado, which makes the baroque symbolism of the mythical animal impressively visible.

We were already there with ART BREAKERS at the beginning of the fascinating exhibition - and want to give you another opportunity to say goodbye to the last unicorns on the last exhibition weekend. Together we will follow the traces of this mysterious creature - and of course also the question of whether unicorns actually exist.

Afterwards there is the opportunity to end the evening with a relaxed meal together. Please let us know if we can accommodate you so that we can reserve a table.

Included in the admission price:

• Entry to the Barberini Museum (please let us know if you have an annual ticket or a press pass so that we can take this into account in the price)
• Guided tour of the exhibition by Annette Schneider
• Supervision and exchange with the team from ART BREAKERS and Like-minded people

Photos:

Flemish or Lower Saxon (?) Virgin with a unicorn at the fountain and hunting groups, late 15th century (?)Warp and weft thread wool, 96 × 557 cm, Evangelical St. Gotthardt and Christ Church Community, Brandenburg an der Havel
Hans Reisinger, Founder Leaping Unicorn, in front 1589 brass on a wooden base, 36.7 x 42.6 x 18 cm, Green Vault, State Art Collections Dresden
Maerten de VosEinhorn, 1572 Oil on oak wood, 137 × 136.5 cm, State Palaces, Gardens and Art Collections Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Schwerin