The Dresden Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister (Picture Gallery of Old Masters) enjoys a special position within Europe’s museum scene. This arises both from its rich collection and from its legendary history dating back to the eighteenth century. In the space of half a century, Augustus the Strong and his son Augustus III skilfully amassed a unique collection that still defines the gallery to this day. From 11 June to 8 November 2015 , the exhibition Rembrandt – Titian – Bellotto: Spirit and Splendour of the Dresden Picture Gallery at the Winter Palace will showcase masterpieces by Rembrandt, Titian, Guido Reni, Antoine Watteau, and many other artists, illustrating the passionate collecting of the electors of Saxony and kings of Poland. In addition, much
