Cranach-Triegel-Altar remains in the Naumburg Cathedral-change of location!

Cranach-Triegel-Altar remains in the Naumburg Cathedral-change of location!

An important step for the Naumburg Cathedral and the Cranach Triegel Altar was officially announced today: the altar remains in the cathedral, but it has to change its location. This decision arose after a UNESCO judgment to preserve the cathedral's world heritage status. Minister of Culture Rainer Robra described the result as a "good compromise" and explains that the clarity was very welcome for the moment. The old concerns that the altar would disturb the impressive overall effect of medieval architecture must now be swept under the carpet.

The altar will now move from the West Choir to the Nordquerhaus, where it should be better in the fore. Holger Customer, the director of the United Domestians, has mixed feelings regarding this solution, but sees the new location as worthy. The experts inform the fact that the Nordquerhaus is suitable for giving the altar the right frame due to its amount of space and the space available.

The way to the decision

The Cranach Triegel-Altar was originally exhibited in the west choir of the Naumburg Cathedral until December 2022, before he temporarily hiked to the Diocesan Museum Paderborn and currently to Klosterneuburg near Vienna. The united cathedral founders are now planning a return of the altar to the west choir between the donor figures, where figures like Uta of Naumburg are placed. However, this positioning had caused ignition material because experts did not think that the altar would not impair visibility in the west choir.

The discussions about the possible withdrawal of the World Heritage Betite for the Cathedral showed how serious the Situation was. In order to clear up the concerns, Minister Robra had asked UNESCO to mediate. A technical report from the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) from June 2022 was also consulted to clarify the situation. The dispute over the effects of the return of the altar is therefore settled for the time being.

cultural relevance of the Naumburg Cathedral

The Naumburg Cathedral, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2018, is characterized by its intact materials and forms of the high Middle Ages. It is not only an outstanding example of medieval architecture, but also houses uniquely designed elements that show the authentic state of architecture. The impressive donor figures that can be found in the west choir contribute to the preservation of the cultural heritage and continue to attract numerous visitors. The total preservation condition is gratifying and the original functions of the cathedral remain unchanged.

The close connection of the cathedral to the old town of Naumburg and the regular services also underline the lively cultural use of this historical site. It remains a high office for the combination of art, history and community in the heart of the city. With the move of the Cranach Triegel-Altar to the Nordquerhaus, there is no further positive development for the future of the Naumburg Cathedral.

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