7 . T H E
M U S E U M O F
F I N E A R T S
L E I P Z I G
MUSEUM DER BILDENDEN
KÜNSTE KATHARINENSTRASSE
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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 .
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 .
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 .