February

16 | 02
11:00

Villa Schlieffen

Villa Schlieffen will be open for tours again on Sunday, February 16, at 11 am. A wonderful opportunity to explore this historic site free of charge and learn more about its fascinating past.

The villa has been open to visitors again since 2023 and is presented in the condition in which it was left after the withdrawal of the Soviet military.

The impressive work “Sanctus” by Barbara Hammer, which is part of the Döpfner Collection, is also currently on display.

You are welcome to register for a free viewing via info@villa-schoeningen.de.

WHEN?
February 16, 11 am

REGISTRATION for a free visit here

© Villa Schöningen, Foto: Aimee Shirley, 2024.

21 | 02
19:00

Reading Christine Anlauff

We are delighted to invite you to the reading “Good Morning Lehnitz” on February 21 at 7 PM at Villa Schöningen!

Potsdam author Christine Anlauff will read from her autobiographically inspired novel Good Morning Lehnitz, which sheds light on the challenges and hopes of young people during the time of reunification. She will also share insights from her work Frühlingsschimmern, set in Potsdam before the fall of the Berlin Wall.

The event is part of the series Interventions: 35 Years of the Fall of the Wall at Villa Schöningen. This series connects art, history, and the culture of remembrance at one of the most significant historical sites of German division. Located directly at the Glienicke Bridge, the villa was a key site for Cold War spy exchanges and a symbol of Germany’s division. Today, it serves as a space for art and reflection on these historical events.

Admission to all events is €10 (reduced €8) and includes access to the current exhibition Fabric: Textiles and the Female Nude at Villa Schöningen. As the number of participants is limited, we kindly ask you to register in advance at info@villa-schoeningen.de.

When?
February 21, 2025, 7:30 pm

Admission?
€10 / €8

Tickets are available via email (info@villa-schoeningen.de) or on-site.

Autorin Christiane Anlauff, Berlin 25.08.2010

27 | 02
18:15

Figure Drawing

On February, 27, figure drawing with a live model will once again take place in the “Fabric. Textile and the female Nude” exhibition at Villa Schöningen.

Under the guidance of artist Katrin Seifert, this opportunity is open to all art enthusiasts, regardless of your level of experience. The exhibition provides an inspiring backdrop for your figure drawings. No previous knowledge is required! Please bring your own drawing materials, such as sketch pads, pencils, and a sturdy surface (A3).

Please note that the number of participants is limited. To secure your spot in the figure drawing class, we recommend registering in advance by email at info@katrinseifert-art.de.

 

Registration HERE
THURSDAY, 27.02/ 6.15 – 8.15 pm
Costs: 19€

© Villa Schöningen, Foto: Katrin Seifert, 2023.

March

22 | 03
14:00

Curators tour

On March 22 at 2 pm, Villa Schöningen invites you to an exclusive curator’s tour through the current exhibition “Fabric. Textile and the Female Nude”. Under the guidance of curator Pola van den Hövel, visitors will gain in-depth insights into the multi-layered connection between materiality and body representation in art.

The exhibition sheds light on how clothing, drapery and fabrics have influenced the representation of the female body over the centuries – whether as an expression of sensuality, protection or social standardization. On display are works by Lucas Cranach, Rembrandt, Paula Modersohn-Becker, Cindy Sherman and other artists.

 

When?
Saturday, 22.03.2025, 2pm

Entry?
8€ / 5€

Please register via info@villa-schoeningen.de, as the number of participants is limited.

© Villa Schöningen

Fabric. Textile and the Female Nude

Current exhibition

The exhibition Fabric: Textile and the Female Nude explores how the tradition of depicting the female nude is connected to the portrayal of textiles. Whether historical paintings or contemporary photographs, the clothing, fabrics, and draperies in these works continue to influence the depiction of the female body today—and accentuate, veil, or even censor nudity. Featuring works by Lucas Cranach, Rembrandt, Paula Modersohn-Becker, Cindy Sherman.

In addition to works in the house, an installation by artist Sophie Utikal will also be shown in the historic park of Villa Schöningen.

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