Library of Frederick the Great from the New Palace in Potsdam

The Library of Frederick the Great – A masterpiece of the Rococo

This extraordinary library in the New Palace of Sanssouci is one of the finest examples of courtly interior design of the late 18th century. Century. It was built between 1765 and 1769 under the regency of Frederick II and is part of his last major construction project in Potsdam. The room combines the elegance of the Friderian Rococo with a clear functional structure that reflects the spirit of the Enlightenment.

🖼 Detailed architecture & equipment

✔ The curved bookshelves with gilded reliefs show representations of the muses and scholars, which underline the connection between art and science.

✔ The filigree stucco work on the ceiling and wall, carried out by Johann Peter Benckert, is a highlight of the Prussian Rococo.

✔ The color concept of light green wall surfaces, white ornaments and gold ornaments is typical of Friedrich's architectural language.

📜 Edition & Variants

This image is printed on Hahnemühle Bamboo Fine Art paper (velvety surface, 90% bamboo fibers, 10% cotton) and is available in the following sizes:

✔ Unframed editions:

▪ 30 x 44 cm

▪ 42 x 61 cm

▪ 61 x 76 cm

▪ 62 x 92 cm

▪ 70 x 100 cm

✔ Framed editions (70 × 100 cm):

▪ Oak, ivory-Passepartout

▪ White frame, ivory passe-partout

▪ Black frame, black passe-partout

🏛 A contribution to the preservation of monuments

With 20% of the proceeds, you will support the preservation of the castles and gardens of Sanssouci and contribute to the preservation of this cultural heritage.

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