The Art of Preservation — Restoration of Art on Paper.

9th European Restoration Day

A good idea almost always starts on paper. But how do you preserve sketches, drawings, watercolors, or prints for future generations?

Die Restauratorinnen Tabea Harney und Antje Penz untersuchen zwei Lithographien von Käthe Kollwitz. – Zwei Personen betrachten Lithographien auf einem Tisch, eine mit Stirnlampe. Beide tragen lässige Kleidung. Die Drucke zeigen ein Porträt eines Gesichts von Käthe Kollwitz.

A good idea almost always starts on paper. But how do we preserve sketches, drawings, watercolors, and prints for future generations? Why can’t art on paper actually be exhibited permanently? What signs reveal a piece of paper’s age—and how can we interpret them? Join Hanka Gerhold and Dr. Fabienne Meyer for a fascinating guided tour of the Kupferstichkabinett’s restoration studio. Experience up close how we preserve, study, and showcase works of art on paper with a delicate touch, expert knowledge, and state-of-the-art technology.

Participation fee: 6 € plus admission

Price info: Free admission for children and young people up to the age of 18.

Price: €6.00

Next date:

• Date Sunday, 18/October/2026 11:00 bis 12:00 ( 2 more dates )
• Venue Kulturforum - Kupferstichkabinett
• Address Matthäikirchplatz 8, 10785 Berlin-Tiergarten