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Fascinating city guide of Berlin following in the footsteps of baroque architect Schlüter

First english publication on Schlüter and Berlin

Concise historical descriptions of Schlüter's architectural and sculptural masterpieces

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Schlüter in Berlin

A City Guide

Andreas Schlüter (1659-1714) was the most important Baroque sculptor and architect in Northern Europe. Around 1700, he transformed Berlin into a modern residential city. This city guide follows his steps and serves as an ideal companion for the interested visitor wishing to explore Berlin's architecture in relation to Schlüter's famous works.

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As court artist, court sculptor and director of the Berlin Academy of Art, Schlüter had a highly responsible position. Following the instructions of Frederick I of Prussia, who wished to compete with the grandeur of the artistic centres of Rome and Paris, Schlüter created what is now known as Baroque Berlin. This monograph sheds light on the historical background of this rich artistic period. It is supplemented with lavish colour illustrations and maps that explore the artistic development and the stylistic peculiarities of Schlüter's architectural and sculptural masterpieces.

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Ed. Hans-Ulrich Kessler

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Essays by C. Guinomet, H.-U. Kessler, B. W. Lindemann and P. Zitzlsperger
English-German edition
80 pages, 34 colour illustrations, maps
13 x 20 cm, softcover with flaps

ISBN: 978-3-7774-2200-8