Humboldt Forum

Modern, versatile, discussed:The high-quality, German-language book portrays the creation, construction and visions of the Humboldt Forum. Richly illustrated and with texts by the experts of the four partner institutions, you will gain insights into the young but eventful history of the house.

The debates about the reconstruction, the architecture, the building history, the historical traces from 800 years, the comprehensive cultural, educational and leisure activities and many other topics play a role.

The photographs, illustrations, room plans and sketches make the work a perfect reminder of a visit to the Humboldt Forum. Also as a gift, it increases the anticipation of soon experiencing this special place for yourself.

The book is also available in English.

• Hardcover with dust jacket
• Publisher:Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace
• Publisher:Prestel, 2020
• 32.5x24.5cm
• 248 pages with numerous historical illustrations, photographs, graphics, sketches and room plans

The high-quality floor lamp, designed according to a historical model, is a very special kind of home accessory. The exclusive design is based on the lamps that once hung in the Palace of the Republic and is an eye-catcher in every room.

Colloquially referred to as"Erich's lamp shop", the Palace of the Republic was built between 1973 and 1976 under Erich Honecker and was the seat of the GDR parliament and a popular place for leisure and culture until 1990. The foyer and stairwell were lit up day and night thanks to the generous lighting systems. This impression still determines the memories of many people who visited the Palace of the Republic.

The floor lamp with a sphere was produced in a very limited edition and is exclusively available here.

• Dimensions floor lamp:W:25 cm, L:140 cm
• Dimensions packaging:H:36 cm, W:40 cm, L:55 cm
• Weight:7kg
• Material:glass, metal
• Socket:E27 for bulbs up to max. 40 watts or energy-saving bulbs up to max. 11 watts
  
  

The history of the city using a building as an example:on 135 pages, the architect and comic artist Sebastian Strombach tells how the former swamp area became what Berlin is today. With comic sequences and large-format city panoramas from the Ice Age to the present day, he focuses on the Berlin Palace, its architecture, symbolism and political significance over the centuries.

On the walk through time, readers get to know the eventful history of the house and its residents as well as the city in a funny, thoughtful and creative way. At the same time, the author describes the overarching historical events of the respective epoch and mixes well-known with lesser-known facts.

The black and white drawings are made with great attention to detail and are an unusual approach to the eventful history of the place.

• Author and illustrator:Sebastian Strombach
• Publisher:Urbanophil, 2020
• 28.7x21.5 cm
• 135 pages of black and white cartoon drawings

The high-quality ceiling lamp, designed according to a historical model, is a very special kind of home accessory. The exclusive design is based on the lamps that once hung in the Palace of the Republic and is an eye-catcher in every room.

Colloquially referred to as"Erich's lamp shop", the Palace of the Republic was built between 1973 and 1976 under Erich Honecker and was the seat of the GDR parliament and a popular place for leisure and culture until 1990. The foyer and stairwell were lit up day and night thanks to the generous lighting systems. This impression still determines the memories of many people who visited the Palace of the Republic.

The ceiling light with 12 spheres has been produced in a very limited edition and is exclusively available here.

• Dimensions packaging:H:125 cm, W:125 cm, D:62 cm
• Weight:42.3kg
• Material:glass, metal
• Socket:E27 for bulbs up to max. 40 watts or energy-saving bulbs up to max. 11 watts
  
  
  

A practical eye-catcher with retro charm:The light, unbreakable enamel mug with a black rim shows the iconic facade of the Palace of the Republic.

The former seat of the GDR parliament was also a popular cultural center and well-known far beyond the borders of Berlin. After the Berlin Palace was blown up in 1950, the Palace of the Republic was built between 1973 and 1976. Even today, many people like to remember this architecturally interesting building and its wide range of tourism and leisure activities.

Each enamel mug is unique. Very slight quirks or bumps are typical and give the mug its own charm. It is suitable for hot and cold drinks and can be used both at home and outside.

• H:8 cm, Ø:9 cm
• Material:Enamel
• holds approx. 300 ml
• lightweight, shatterproof

Dealing with colonial history and (post)colonial continuities is one of the major challenges of the Humboldt Forum. It will decisively shape the work of this cultural institution. In this volume, prominent, globally active museum experts who accompanied the Humboldt Forum in its creation have their say. With their contributions, they take part in international debates, such as the passionate debate about the provenance and restitution of ethnological collections.
With contributions by George Okello Abungu (Nairobi), Kwame Anthony Appiah (New York), Philipp Blom (Vienna), Hartmut Dorgerloh (Berlin), Rita Eder (Mexico City), Hu Wei (Shanghai), Jyotindra Jain (New Delhi), Lars-Christian Koch (Berlin), Lee Chor Lin (Singapore), Neil MacGregor (London), Natalia Majluf (Lima), Wayne Modest (Amsterdam), Nazan Ölçer (Istanbul), Barbara Plankensteiner (Hamburg), Thomas Thiemeyer (Tübingen) , Abdoulaye Toure (Dakar).

 

• Published by the Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace
• Hanser Verlag
  
• 15x21.5cm
• 272 pages, bound
  
• ISBN:978-3-446-26641-4

The predecessor of the Humboldt Forum:The blue unisex T-shirt shows a multicolored graphic representation of the Palace of the Republic. Take a piece of architectural history home with you and enjoy the trendy design.

The former seat of the GDR parliament was also a popular cultural center and well-known far beyond the borders of Berlin. After the Berlin Palace was blown up in 1950, the Palace of the Republic was built between 1973 and 1976. Even today, many people like to remember this architecturally interesting building and its wide range of tourism and leisure activities.

The classic among the souvenirs in an exclusive design is made of organic cotton, is vegan and fairly traded.

• 100% organic cotton
• multicolor print
• Certificates:GOTS certified, Fair Wear Foundation, PETA-Approved Vegan, STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®

• Published by the Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace
• Hirmer publishing house
  
• 21.5 x 26.5 cm, hard cover
• 200 pages, 180 illustrations
  
• ISBN:978-3-7774-3362-2

The high-quality table lamp, designed according to historical models, is a very special kind of home accessory. The exclusive design is based on the lights that once hung in the Palace of the Republic and is an eye-catcher in every room.

Colloquially referred to as"Erich's lamp shop", the Palace of the Republic was built between 1973 and 1976 under Erich Honecker and was the seat of the GDR parliament and a popular place for leisure and culture until 1990. The foyer and stairwell were lit up day and night thanks to the generous lighting systems. This impression still determines the memories of many people who visited the Palace of the Republic.

The table lamp with a sphere has been produced in a very limited edition and is exclusively available here.

• Table lamp dimensions:W:25 cm, L:35.2 cm
• Dimensions packaging:H:36 cm, W:40 cm, L:55 cm
• Weight:7kg
• Material:glass, metal
• Socket:E27 for bulbs up to max. 40 watts or energy-saving bulbs up to max. 11 watts
  
  

In this elegant notebook you can let your thoughts run free. The white print on a black background shows the outside facade of the Humboldt Forum and is therefore an exclusive souvenir of the place or a suitable gift for those who still have their visit to come.

The Humboldt Forum in the heart of Berlin stands on historical ground and combines past and present. It merges different architectural styles, takes up the eventful history of the place over the centuries in its exhibitions and is an open house for culture, education and leisure.

The hardcover notebook has 80 pure white pages (40 double pages) and a ribbon bookmark and is closed with a black rubber band.

• A5 format with rounded corners

A Berlin original:For the Humboldt Forum, the spirits manufacturer Mampe has bottled its"Berlin Dry Gin"in a noble, exclusive glass bottle with a seal. The gin impresses with a mixture of mild, spicy and fresh aromas as well as juniper with a spicy citrus note and can be enjoyed pure or in a cocktail.

As the oldest spirits brand in Berlin, Mampe produces various liqueurs and schnapps in the middle of Kreuzberg's Bergmannkiez on the site of a former brewery. The cult brand relies on the highest quality, locality and craftsmanship for the ingredients and production.

The glass bottle is a unique gift for loved ones or yourself because of the white diamond-shaped print inspired by the Humboldt Forum logo.

• 500ml
• 40% vol
• Supplied in a black box with black and white stickers

This handy notebook has enough space for your ideas, plans, drawings and much more. Exclusively in the typical Humboldt Forum design with a diamond, this book is a nice souvenir for yourself and others. The many bright colors create the illusion that the diamond pattern is spinning indefinitely. This interesting effect not only indicates an interesting place to visit, but it's also fun.

Add the three other models in different bright colors to the notebook and make your desk a little more colourful.

The hardcover notebook has 80 pure white pages (40 double pages) as well as a ribbon bookmark and is closed with a blue rubber band.

• A5 format with rounded corners

The high-quality pendant light, designed according to historical models, is a very special kind of home accessory. The exclusive design is based on the lights that once hung in the Palace of the Republic and is an eye-catcher in every room.

Colloquially referred to as"Erich's lamp shop", the Palace of the Republic was built between 1973 and 1976 under Erich Honecker and was the seat of the GDR parliament and a popular place for leisure and culture until 1990. The foyer and stairwell were lit up day and night thanks to the generous lighting systems. This impression still determines the memories of many people who visited the Palace of the Republic.

The pendant lamp with a sphere has been produced in a very limited edition and is exclusively available here.

• Dimensions pendant lamp:L:up to max. 270 cm, W:25 cm
• Dimensions packaging:H:34 cm, W:32 cm, L:52 cm
• Weight:5.9kg
• Material:glass, metal
• Socket:E27 for bulbs up to max. 40 watts or energy-saving bulbs up to max. 11 watts
  
  

This handy notebook has enough space for your ideas, plans, drawings and much more. Exclusively in the typical Humboldt Forum design with a diamond, this book is a nice souvenir for yourself and others. The many bright colors create the illusion that the diamond pattern is spinning indefinitely. This interesting effect not only indicates an interesting place to visit, but it's also fun.

Add the three other models in different bright colors to the notebook and make your desk a little more colourful.

The hardcover notebook has 80 pure white pages (40 double pages) as well as a ribbon bookmark and is closed with a blue rubber band.

• A5 format with rounded corners

3,000 figurative sculptures
22,000 sandstone workpieces
750 meters of restored facades
3.5 million bricks

The architecture and sculpture of the masterful facades of Andreas Schlueter and his successor Eosander meet in breathtaking new photographs by Leo Seidel:The resurrected Berlin Palace in the center of Berlin is both a monument to the baroque building and a lively new urban district for culture. With the castle, the urban reference point for the historic center of the city between the boulevard Unter den Linden and the Museum Island returns. The magnificent photographs and the multifaceted texts by authors who, as participants in this major project, look behind the scenes, tell of the diversity and importance of the baroque sandstone facades, their technical and craft reconstruction and the architectural conception of the building.

• Published by the Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace
• Text contributions by Hans-Dieter Hegner, Kathrin Lange, Bernd Wolfgang Lindemann, Franco Stella, Peter Stephan, Bernhard Wolter
  
• With photographs by Leo Seidel
• Hirmer publishing house
  
• 24 x 30 cm, hard cover
• 160 pages, 226 color illustrations
  
• ISBN:978-3-7774-3762-0

Ivory fascinates. As long as 40,000 years ago people carved mammoth tusks into artful figures and musical instruments, and it remains popular as a material to this day.

Ivory polarises. Severed elephant tusks represent both injustice and violence. The exploitation of man and nature, the imminent extinction of the elephant, as well as poaching and organized crime are all phenomena which we associate with the use of ivory today.

The publication approaches the subject critically and poses questions about our responsibility in our dealings with both animal and material.

• Published by Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace
• Hirmer publishing house
  
• 21.5 x 26.5 cm, hardcover
• 200 pages, 180 illustrations
  
• ISBN:978-3-7774-3363-9

The unisex t-shirt in dark green has a high-quality gold print of the historic facade of the Berlin Palace on the chest.

The Royal Palace in the heart of Berlin was severely damaged in World War II and later blown up on the orders of the GDR government. The years of commitment of the Berliner Schloss eV association and countless donations made it possible to plan and build an exact reconstruction of the historic palace facades.

The classic among the souvenirs in an exclusive design is made of organic cotton, is vegan and fairly traded.

• 100% organic cotton
• Certificates:GOTS certified, Fair Wear Foundation, PETA-Approved Vegan, STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®

The elegant glass lantern with two-tone print and mirrored inner surface provides atmospheric accents. The bulbous shape creates a subtle, shimmering play of light.

The matt gold details on a shiny background show a diamond pattern – the Humboldt Forum logo. Tossing rosettes of acanthus leaves arranged in the shape of a flower complement this pattern. As one of the most popular donations for reconstruction, countless rosettes adorn the reconstructed baroque facade of the Humboldt Forum. They were made along with many other decorative elements in the Spandau palace workshop.

The lantern can be used indoors and outdoors and is also an eye-catcher when not lit.

• H:10.5 cm, Ø:7.5 cm
• Material:glass
• seperatly packaged
• Kraft paper packaging with viewing window

3,000 figurative sculptures and reliefs
22,000 sandstone blocks
750 Meters of Restored Facades
3.5 million bricks

Encounter the architecture and sculptural work of Andreas Schlueter's masterful façades and those of his successor Eosander von Göthe in breath-taking new photographs by Leo Seidel:the restored Berlin Palace in the center of the capital is both a monument to the Baroque building and a vibrant new city complex for culture. With the palace, the urban reference point for the historic center of the city between the boulevard Unter Den Linden and the Spree Island has returned. The magnificent photographs and multifaceted texts by authors who, as participants in this major project, look behind the scenes, tell of the diversity and significance of the Baroque sandstone façades, their technical and handcrafted reconstruction, and the architectural conception of the building.

• Published by Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace
• Contributions by Hans-Dieter Hegner, Kathrin Lange, Bernd Wolfgang Lindemann, Franco Stella, Peter Stephan, Bernhard Wolter
  
• Photographs by Leo Seidel
• Hirmer publishing house
  
• 24 x 30 cm, hard cover
• 160 pages, 226 color illustrations
• ISBN 978-3-7774-3217-5

Addressing colonial history and (post)colonial continuities is a major challenge for the Humboldt Forum, and will decisively shape the activities of this cultural institution. This volume features essays and conversations of prominent museum experts from around the world who have supported and advised the Humboldt Forum in its development. Through their statements, they take part in international discussions such as the intense debate about provenance and restitution of ethnological collections.
Includes contributions from George Okello Abungu (Nairobi), Kwame Anthony Appiah (New York), Philipp Blom (Vienna), Hartmut Dorgerloh (Berlin), Rita Eder (Mexico City), Hu Wei (Shanghai), Jyotindra Jain (New Delhi), Lars-Christian Koch (Berlin), Lee Chor Lin (Singapore), Neil MacGregor (London), Natalia Majluf (Lima), Wayne Modest (Amsterdam), Nazan Ölçer (Istanbul), Barbara Plankensteiner (Hamburg), Thomas Thiemeyer (Tübingen) , and Abdoulaye Toure (Dakar).

• Published by Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace
• Hanser Verlag
• 15 x 21.5 cm, hard cover
• 248 pages
  
• ISBN:978-3-446-26642-1

In this elegant notebook you can let your thoughts run free. The black print on a white background shows the outside facade of the Humboldt Forum and is therefore an exclusive souvenir of the place or a suitable gift for those who still have their visit to come.

The Humboldt Forum in the heart of Berlin stands on historical ground and combines past and present. It merges different architectural styles, takes up the eventful history of the place over the centuries in its exhibitions and is an open house for culture, education and leisure.

The hardcover notebook has 80 pure white pages (40 double pages) and a ribbon bookmark and is closed with a black rubber band.

• A5 format with rounded corners

Glass flower, theater in the palace or the countless lights:There was a lot to discover in “Erich's lamp shop”, as the Palace of the Republic was known colloquially.

This multicolored, self-adhesive paper tape with motifs from the cultural center makes every gift an eye-catcher. Easy to tear off and write on, it is also ideal for handicrafts and decoration, e.g. B. from picture frames, lampshades or furniture.

The Palace of the Republic was known far beyond the borders of Berlin. After the Berlin Palace was blown up in 1950, it was built between 1973 and 1976. Even today, many people like to remember this building and its various tourism and leisure activities. Inspired by the graphic icons in and around the Palace of the Republic, the Berlin creative agency Salapanga created this exclusive design.

• 4.5cm x 50m
• self-adhesive paper tape
• no residue on most surfaces
• not suitable for children under 3 years
• Made in Germany

In this elegant notebook you can let your thoughts run free. The black print on a sand-colored background shows the outside facade of the Humboldt Forum and is therefore an exclusive souvenir of the place or a suitable gift for those who still have their visit to come.

The Humboldt Forum in the heart of Berlin stands on historical ground and combines past and present. It merges different architectural styles, takes up the eventful history of the place over the centuries in its exhibitions and is an open house for culture, education and leisure.

The hardcover notebook has 80 pure white pages (40 double pages) and a ribbon bookmark and is closed with a black rubber band.

• A5 format with rounded corners

The unisex sweat jacket in an elegant shade of red features a high-quality gold print of the historic facade of the Berlin Palace on the left breast.

The Royal Palace in the heart of Berlin was badly damaged in World War II and later blown up on the orders of the GDR government. The many years of commitment by the Berliner Schloss eV association and countless donations made it possible to plan and build an exact reconstruction of the historic palace facades.

The practical, popular keepsake in an exclusive design is made from organic cotton and recycled polyester. The vegan, fair trade jacket has, among other things, silver-metal details on the zipper and cords, a jersey-lined hood and fanny packs.

• 85% organic cotton, 15% recycled polyester
• further details:set-in sleeves, flatlock stitching on all seams, rib knit on sleeve ends and bottom hem
• Certificates:GOTS certified, Fair Wear Foundation, PETA-Approved Vegan, STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®

Explore the multifaceted history and architectural grandeur of Germany's iconic Palace of the Republic with the enlightening publication, "Blown Away: The Palace of the Republic is Present." This comprehensive book dives deep into the legacy of this historical edifice, presenting it as a quintessentially German topic that spans architecture, construction history, artistic expressions, scholarly research, and experiential narratives.

At the core of this rich exploration are diverse perspectives on the palace, shared by a variety of contributors, from scholars to curators and artists, making the discourse accessible and engaging for a broad audience. The publication features insightful texts from renowned authors such as Victoria Helene Bergemann, Aron Boks, and Gesine Danckwart, along with scholars like Hanno Hochmuth and Ilko-Sascha Kowalczuk. Each piece brings unique viewpoints and scholarly depth to the historical narrative.

Adding a visual dimension to the narrative, the book includes stunning photographic works by Tobias Kruse and inventive graphics by Johanna Benz and Tiziana Beck of graphicrecording.cool. These artistic contributions complement the written content, enhancing the reader's experience and understanding of the palace's cultural and historical significance.

"Blown Away: The Palace of the Republic is Present" is not just a book; it's a journey through time and perspective, inviting readers to rediscover and discuss the Palace of the Republic’s impact and legacy. This publication is a must-have for enthusiasts of architecture, history, and German culture, offering a detailed and panoramic view of one of Germany’s most discussed buildings.

Available now, this publication promises to enrich your knowledge and provoke thought about the enduring influence of the Palace of the Republic. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of German heritage and intellectual discourse.

Der Palast der Republik, einst ein markantes Symbol deutscher Geschichte und Kultur, steht im Zentrum dieser umfassenden Publikation. „Hin und weg. Der Palast der Republik ist Gegenwart“ betrachtet dieses architektonische Meisterwerk als gesamtdeutsches Thema und beleuchtet seine Facetten ausführlich. Von der Architektur über die Baugeschichte bis hin zu künstlerischen Positionen und Forschungsarbeiten, bietet dieses Buch eine tiefe und vielseitige Untersuchung des Palastes.

Das Buch sammelt eine Vielzahl von Perspektiven verschiedenster Menschen, die direkt oder indirekt mit dem Palast verbunden waren, und ermöglicht es so, dessen Geschichte aus verschiedenen Blickwinkeln zu betrachten. Es enthält Beiträge von renommierten Autoren wie Victoria Helene Bergemann, Aron Boks, und Gesine Danckwart, sowie Wissenschaftlern wie Hanno Hochmuth und Ilko-Sascha Kowalczuk. Diese Mischung aus persönlichen Erzählungen und wissenschaftlichen Essays eröffnet neue Diskurse und macht das Thema für ein breites Publikum zugänglich.

Ergänzt werden die Texte durch eindrucksvolle Fotoarbeiten von Tobias Kruse und innovative Grafiken von Johanna Benz und Tiziana Beck von graphicrecording.cool, die das visuelle Erlebnis des Buches bereichern. Dieses Werk ist nicht nur eine Würdigung des Palastes selbst, sondern auch ein wichtiger Beitrag zur kulturellen Erinnerung und Diskussion in Deutschland.

Kuratiert von Experten der Stiftung Humboldt Forum im Berliner Schloss, bietet dieses Buch eine einzigartige und umfassende Perspektive auf den Palast der Republik und ist ein unverzichtbarer Bestandteil jeder Sammlung zur deutschen Geschichte und Architektur. Ideal für Historiker, Architekten, Kunstliebhaber und jeden, der sich für die deutsche Kultur interessiert.

Homo sapiens is probably the only animal that knows it will die. Only humans are aware of their own existence - and therefore also of their vulnerability and transience. Yet despite all the scientific progress, death remains a phenomenon that transcends our understanding. There is nothing we know less about than the moment after death.
As diverse as cultures and religions are worldwide, so, too, are the answers to the question of what death means. IN_FINITE brings together the various perspectives in essays, interviews, photographs and personal accounts of experiences. This book opens up a multi-layered view of ideas about the hereafter, mourning, dealing with the dying and the dead - and asks about the future of Homo sapiens in the age of the Anthropocene.

With contributions by and interviews with:Cristina Cattaneo
Stephen Cave
Dipesh Chakrabarty
Jens Dreier
Matthew Glaubrecht
Liv Nilsson Stutz
Julia Samuel
Helaine Selin & Robert M. Rakoff
Robin Wall Kimmerer
and many others

Seaman and Henschel Verlag 2023

Naga country. Voices from Northeast India Published by the Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace German and English edition, 96 pages, paperback, 26.5 x 21.5 cm, Deutscher Kunstverlag, Berlin 2023, EUR 22 The Naga form a minority in Northeast India and in north-west Myanmar - and at the same time consist of over thirty different ethnic groups, that is three to four million people with numerous languages.

How do they manage to preserve their traditional traditions and integrate them into today's changed lifestyles - with modern tattoos, fashion and social media? Authors from Nagaland describe different facets of their current and past culture and shed a new light on the Naga collection of the Ethnological Museum in Berlin, which has been supplemented with contemporary objects.

Naga country. Voices from North-East India Published by the Stiftung Humboldt Forum im Berliner Schloss English edition, 96 pages, softcover, 26.5 x 21.5 cm, Deutscher Kunstverlag, Berlin 2023, 22.- Euro The Naga represent a minority in north- eastern India and north-western Myanmar – yet comprise more than thirty ethnic groups with an overall population of three to four million speaking numerous languages. How have the Naga managed to preserve their traditions and customs and integrate them in today's lifestyle changes - with modern tattoos, fashion and social media?

Describing facets of their culture as it is lived today and relating them to the past, writers from Nagaland make the collection of Naga artefacts at the Ethnological Museum in Berlin, now supplemented by contemporary exhibits, appear in a new light.

Against the Current. The Omaha, Francis La Flesche, and his Collection Published by the Stiftung Humboldt Forum im Berliner Schloss English edition, 128 pages, softcover, 26.5 x 21.5 cm, Deutscher Kunstverlag, Berlin 2023, 22.- Euro The collections of the Ethnological Museum in Berlin house around sixty objects from the Omaha of North America that were assembled by the indigenous ethnologist Francis La Flesche around 1895 on behalf of the Royal Museum of Ethnology. It was a time of upheaval, when the lives of the Omaha were marked by loss of land, racism, and violence.

The effects can still be felt today. This book offers insight into the life and work of La Flesche and the process of organizing the exhibition Against the Current. The catalog of objects written by Francis La Flesche is being published here for the first time.

Ancestors, goddesses and heroes. Sculptures from Asia, Africa and Europe Published by the Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace German and English edition, 96 pages, paperback, 26.5 x 21.5 cm, Deutscher Kunstverlag, Berlin 2023, 22 euros Protect, heal or punish – people from different times and backgrounds ascribed these powers to the images that are being presented here together for the first time:45 objects, created between the 4th and 19th centuries, convey living evidence of the ever-present human need for protection and orientation in overcoming individual or societal crises.

They stand for the existence of an invisible world of goddesses and gods, spirits or ancestors who helped to create a tangible connection between this world and an"other reality"and gave inspiration for one's own life.

Ancestors, goddesses and heroes. Sculptures from Asia, Africa and Europe Published by the Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace German and English edition, 96 pages, paperback, 26.5 x 21.5 cm, Deutscher Kunstverlag, Berlin 2023, 22 euros Protect, heal or punish – people from different times and backgrounds ascribed these powers to the images that are being presented here together for the first time:45 objects, created between the 4th and 19th centuries, convey living evidence of the ever-present human need for protection and orientation in overcoming individual or societal crises.

They stand for the existence of an invisible world of goddesses and gods, spirits or ancestors who helped to create a tangible connection between this world and an"other reality"and gave inspiration for one's own life.

Ancestors, Goddesses and Heroes. Sculptures from Asia, Africa and Europe Published by the Stiftung Humboldt Forum im Berliner Schloss English edition, 96 pages, softcover, 26.5 x 21.5 cm, Deutscher Kunstverlag, Berlin 2023, 22.- Euro To protect, heal or punish – These are the powers that peoples of radically different ages and places of origin ascribed to the images that are here presented alongside each other for the very first time.

The forty-five objects created between the fourth and nineteenth centuries are a vital attestation of the ever-present need for protection and orientation in times of crisis, whether at the personal or the social level. They stand for the existence of an invisible world of gods, spirits and ancestors that helped forge a palpable link between the here and now and a different reality as well as providing inspiration for the life of each and every individual.

What the Humboldt Brothers have to do with the Humboldt Forum.

Alexander and Wilhelm von Humboldt are the namesakes of the Humboldt Forum. Their biographies, works, points of view, as well as the circumstances in which they lived build a compelling relationship with the Humboldt Forum - starting with the brothers' early lives, growing up near the palace and the royal family. Their later travels, Alexander's nature studies, and Wilhelm's language studies not only illuminate the"interconnected system of nature and culture", they often prove to be astonishingly relevant:What does language mean for living together in a society? In what ways do we acquire knowledge and what responsibilities come with this knowledge? How do we address the colonial contexts of the past as well as of the present?

The Humboldt brothers' insights about the interconnected world, the spirit of their research, their curiosity and their cosmopolitanism inspire the Humboldt Forum's artistic and scientific programme. This book connects the works of the brothers with the cultural institution named after them - and dares to take a new look at these two famous scholars' wide-ranging cosmos of ideas through text and image.

Prestel Verlag, 2022, English edition, paperback, brochure with flaps, 128 pages, 12 x 22 cm, 60 color illustrations, ISBN EN 978-3-7913-7955-5

What the Humboldt brothers have to do with the Humboldt Forum. Alexander and Wilhelm von Humboldt gave the Humboldt Forum its name.

The brothers' biographies, their works and views, but also the circumstances in which they moved, create a tense relationship to the Humboldt Forum - beginning with their growing up together near the palace and the royal family.

Her later travels, Alexander's nature and Wilhelm's language studies illuminate the"intertwined system of nature and culture"and often prove to be incredibly topical:What does language mean for living together in the community? In what ways do we acquire knowledge, and what responsibility does this knowledge entail? How do we deal with colonial conditions in the past and present? The knowledge of the Humboldt brothers about the networked world, their spirit of research, their curiosity and cosmopolitanism inspire the artistic and scientific program of the Humboldt Forum.

This book connects the work of the brothers with the cultural site named after them - and dares a new look at the wide-ranging cosmos of thought of the two famous scholars in texts and pictures.

Prestel Verlag, 2022, German and English edition, paperback, brochure with flaps, 128 pages, 12 x 22 cm, 60 color illustrations, ISBN DE 978-3-7913-7954-8

A Japanese tea house, an audio installation with sounds of Nigeria, a two-part flagpole made of bronze:Numerous, often large-scale works of contemporary art can be discovered throughout the spacious displays at Berlin's Humboldt Forum. Works by artists from different cultures around the world enrich the collections shown in the exhibitions of the Ethnological Museum, Museum of Asian Art, and the Federal State of Berlin. In addition, seven works of Kunst am Bau (art in architecture) have been realized at the Humboldt Forum. They concern themselves with the location's history and the Humboldt Forum as a site representing the world, encouraging encounters and exchange, or paying tribute to the Forum's namesakes, the brothers Wilhelm and Alexander von Humboldt. This book presents selected works of art in informative, richly associative texts and impressive photographs. Together they offer entirely new insights into the diverse voices that make up the Humboldt Forum cultural venue.

Product data:

hardcover

German and english editions available.

192 pages, 28 x 24 cm

German art publisher

A Japanese tea house, a sound installation with Nigerian sounds, a two-part bronze flagpole:numerous works of contemporary art, some of which are expansive, can be discovered on the vast areas of Berlin's Humboldt Forum. In the exhibitions of the Ethnological Museum, the Museum of Asian Art and the State of Berlin, works by artists from different communities enrich the collections. In addition, seven works of art were realized in the Humboldt Forum, which deal with the history of the place, with the Humboldt Forum as a"place in the world", encounter and exchange or the namesake, the brothers Wilhelm and Alexander von Humboldt, appreciate. This book presents selected works of art in informative and associative texts as well as impressive photographs and thus offers completely new insights into the many-voiced cultural location Humboldt Forum.

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hardcover

German and English edition

192 pages, 28 x 24 cm

German art publisher

Published by the Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace.

The successful exhibition from Canberra is coming to Berlin:Discover the origin of Australia first-hand based on one of its central creation stories! Conceived and realized by an Indigenous Board of Trustees in cooperation with the National Museum of Australia and the Australian University, the volume takes us into the impressive world of songlines. Songlines are cultural routes that criss-cross Australia. In stories, songs, ceremonies or rock paintings they tell of the legend of the seven sisters who created the country on their journey. They are reflected in the landscape and star constellations and are carriers of knowledge of indigenous culture that is essential for survival. Using the example of the songlines of the Seven Sisters, the richly illustrated volume tells a lively story about the rules of coexistence, the mapping of the rights of Indigenous Australians and the responsibility for their country.

Author:Steffen Mau

Publisher:CH Beck