Glyptothek und Staatl. Antikensammlungen – Greek and Roman sculptures collection
Visit the Glyptothek on Königsplatz in Munich
Highlights
Gallery
What awaits you on site
Collections of the Glyptothek and the State Collections of Antiquities
Glyptothek
The Glyptothek is Munich's oldest public museum and the only museum in the world dedicated exclusively to ancient sculpture. It was built between 1816 and 1830 by order of King Ludwig I according to the plans of architect Leo von Klenze.
Collection
The building was built in the style of a Greek temple, with vaulted interiors reminiscent of Roman baths.
The collection includes high-quality Greek and Roman marble sculptures.
Among the main works are the ‘Barberin Faun’, the ‘Drunken Old Woman’ and the gable figures from the Temple of Aphaia in Aegina.
State Collections of Antiquities
The State Collections of Antiquities are located opposite the Glyptothek on the south side of Königsplatz.
Collection
The museum houses ancient utilitarian and artistic objects such as clay pots, statuettes, gold jewellery and cameos. It complements the holdings of the Glyptothek with a focus on smaller ancient artworks.
Königsplatz
Königsplatz, where both museums are located, was designed by Karl von Fischer in the style of the Acropolis in Athens. It is part of a larger ensemble that reflects the cultural and urban planning ideas of King Ludwig I. Both museums are among the leading international institutions for ancient art and offer visitors the opportunity to experience Greek, Roman and Etruscan masterpieces of exceptional quality and abundance.
Visitor information
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday to Sunday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Monday: closed
Königsplatz 3
80333 Munich
Germany
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