Discover the printed gallery”: art reproduction at the MLU!

Discover the printed gallery”: art reproduction at the MLU!

Next week, the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg will open its doors to an exciting new exhibition: "The Printed Gallery. Graphics in the University". This awaits art enthusiasts on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 6 p.m. in the Lion Building, in the university's special exhibition room. The exhibition highlights the possibilities and challenges in reproducing works of art and is the result of a seminar at the Institute for Art History, Archeology and Classical Studies, in cooperation with the Central Custody.

The exhibition will be a real eye-catcher, because it not only shows historical prints from the copperplate print cabinet at the University of Halle - one of the oldest and most important printmaking museums in Germany, founded in 1820 - but also offers accompanying works by the artist Moritz Götze, who is known for his unique imagery. Götze is often inspired by historical works of art and will thus enrich the overall experience of the exhibition.

Insight into art science

Six master's students in art history have dealt intensively with prints and their history as well as the various reproduction methods. This student work will have a special focus in the exhibition and invites visitors to delve deeper into the subject matter. The Hallesche Kunstverein will also be represented with a presentation in the adjacent copper engraving cabinet.

For anyone curious, there are guided tours of the exhibition during the Long Night of Science on July 4th. These take place between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. and from 9:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. This gives everyone the opportunity to learn even more about the fascinating background of art reproductions.

Versatile art education

The exhibition is not only a feast for the eyes, but also shows how important art and culture education is at universities. With its offerings, the MLU contributes to strengthening the art scene and promoting young talent. Students are not only equipped with theoretical knowledge, but can also apply their knowledge practically and realize their own projects. A word that is often used in this context is “mediation”: It is about not only seeing art, but also understanding and passing it on, which is implemented in many cultural studies courses throughout Germany, for example at the University of Paderborn, where the “Art and Art Education” course is offered. Further details can be found in the programs of the respective universities here or here.

The exhibition "The Printed Gallery. Graphics in the University" can be seen until November 9, 2025, always from Wednesday to Sunday between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m., and admission is free. Anyone who would like to register for the opening can do so at kustodie@uni-halle.de. Don't miss the opportunity to take a look into the world of art and its reproduction - there's something going on!