1 day
Specific Tour
50 people
English, German
Located in the heart of Hamburg next to the city hall, the Bucerius Kunst Forum organises four exhibitions each year, presenting world-class works of art from antiquity to the present day. It is a place to exchange ideas and encounter a broad range of visual arts.
The exhibition Flowers Forever: Flowers in Art and Culture brings together a diverse array of paintings, sculptures, photographs, media art, along with objects from the fields of design and natural sciences. A captivating tour takes visitors on a journey through the cultural history of flowers, ranging from antiquity to the present day. Historical works of art and design engage in a fascinating dialogue with novel contemporary approaches. The exhibition highlights the important role of the flowers in culture, mythology, religion, politics, economy, ecology – while demonstrating the omnipresence of the flower as both a symbol and natural phenomenon.
Location: Bucerius Kunst Forum, Hamburg (next to the city hall).
Embark on a thematic exploration of the cultural history of flowers:
Discover how flowers featured in mythology, religion, and early art. Examine works highlighting flowers as sacred symbols.
Learn about the role of flowers in politics, economics, and design, including their influence on art movements. View masterpieces showcasing floral motifs in different artistic styles.
Witness modern interpretations of flowers through media art, photography, and sculpture. Explore ecological and political messages conveyed by contemporary artists.
Participate in hands-on or multimedia activities related to the exhibition (subject to availability): Flower symbolism workshops. Digital installations exploring flowers in modern media.
Use the forum’s discussion areas to reflect on the themes of the exhibition.
End the visit with a coffee break at the forum café.
Your ticket is valid for one day - you may enter the museum at any time during the opening hours. The estimated time needed to visit the exhibition is 1-2 hours Children aged 17 years or younger may enter the museum free of charge
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