The Museum of East Asian Art in Cologne has been open to the public since 1913. As the first museum in Europe devoted primarily to East Asian art, it remains one of the most important treasuries of East Asian art in Germany. The collection includes many Buddhist artworks that once had a religious life. These images, scriptures and objects are closely connected with Buddhist rituals and celebrations, devout reverence and merit. While appreciating the artistic traditions of the different Buddhist schools, you will learn about the history and legends told by Buddhist images, and will see the artistic level achieved through faith as a driving force. One of the highlights of the exhibition includes famous Tang Dynasty Chinese relief sculptures and rubbings of calligraphy works.
Admission to the Museum of East Asian Art is 9.50 / 5.50 euros. Event fee: 2 euros. Please purchase tickets directly at the ticket counter on the day of your visit.
Ill.: The newborn Buddha, China, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911), 18th century, Photo: Rheinisches Bildarchiv Köln