Towarzystwo Przyjaciół Sztuki w Gdańsku (Kunstverein zu Danzig) 1835–1945. Zarys działalności
The Art Association of Gdańsk (Kunstverein zu Danzig), 1835–1945: An outline of activity

This article outlines the history of the Art Association of Gdańsk (Kunstverein zu Danzig) from its origin in 1835 to 1945. The aim of the Society was the popularisation of art, which was pursued through organising exhibitions and painting lotteries.

Summary/Abstract: This article outlines the history of the Art Association of Gdańsk (Kunstverein zu Danzig) from its origin in 1835 to 1945. The aim of the Society was the popularisation of art, which was pursued through organising exhibitions and painting lotteries. Another goal was to enlarge the city’s painting collection; some of the exhibited paintings were bought for the future museum. The Society’s activities contributed to the development of local artistic circles and art market. Its role was also important in creating the City Museum in Gdańsk (1870), with which it cooperated closely to the end of its activity (1945).

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