Kupferstich-Kabinett

The Kupferstich-Kabinett in Dresden is one of the world's oldest and most renowned collections of prints, drawings, and photographs, housed in the Residenzschloss.

The Kupferstich-Kabinett in Dresden is part of the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden (Dresden State Art Collections) and holds an extensive collection of works on paper, including prints, drawings, and photographs. Established in 1720, it features over 500,000 pieces, ranging from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. The collection includes masterpieces by artists such as Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt, and Caspar David Friedrich. The Kupferstich-Kabinett serves as both a research institution and a public museum, offering exhibitions and scholarly access to its holdings. Its location in the Residenzschloss (Dresden Royal Palace) makes it a cultural highlight for visitors interested in graphic arts and historical works on paper.