Masterpieces from Dresden

Set against the backdrop of 17th-century Poland, the narrative explores Augustus II's expansion of the Dresden art collection, marking a golden era for the city. Housed in the Zwinger Palace, the collection features masterpieces from renowned artists like Mantegna, Titian, and Velazquez. Following damage from flooding, a selection of 50 significant works was showcased at the Royal Academy of Arts in 2003, including Bernardo Bellotto's stunning depictions of Dresden. Accompanying essays delve into the collection's history and the architectural splendor of Dresden.