A limited edition Picasso ceramic vase. That’s what first caught my eye at the Kunstkaleidoskop. This isn’t just any gallery. Nestled in Hamburg’s Altstadt it’s a treasure trove. The Kunstkaleidoskop is located in an old office building on Cremon 11. It sits between the Elbe fleets the landing bridges the Speicherstadt and the Elbphilharmonie.
This unique gallery boasts an incredibly diverse collection. At its heart are paintings and graphics by renowned contemporary artists. Peter Robert Keil a prominent Berlin painter takes center stage. But the Kunstkaleidoskop doesn’t stop there. It features works by other famous artists. Salvador Dali Otto Piene Peter Ackermann Paul Wunderlich Horst Janssen A R Penck Johnny Friedlaender are all represented.
But wait there’s more. The Kunstkaleidoskop houses a vast collection of antique medical books and atlases. Medical enthusiasts will be thrilled. A highlight is the complete Lehmann’s Medicinische Hand-Atlanten series. Published by J F Lehmann Verlag Munich between 1890 and 1910 these are mostly first editions. Some incredibly rare volumes exist. These books contain artistically designed steel engravings and woodcuts. They cover various medical topics.
Photography buffs rejoice. The gallery has another impressive collection. It features analogue cameras from 1920 to 1970. Collectors will find this a must-see. The Kunstkaleidoskop also offers limited-edition artist watches. They feature designs by well-known painters and graphic artists. Names like Otto Piene Mel Ramos Victor Vasarely A R Penck Paul Wunderlich Jorg Immendorf and Friedensreich Hundertwasser grace these timepieces.
Furthermore you’ll find antique postcards from the 19th century. They often feature intricate graphic designs. They depict old city and landscape views. The postcards are also interesting for their postal routes and destinations. Looking for gifts? Old travel guides from 1880 to 1930 are available. Baedeker Meyer and Grieben are some publishers represented. Many are rare editions. There are also travel and hiking books focusing on Hamburg and the surrounding area.
The Kunstkaleidoskop isn’t just a gallery. It’s also an online antique shop. You can be sure the items are authentic and arrive safely. It combines the convenience of online shopping with the charm of a physical location in Hamburg’s beautiful old town. You can personally examine each piece if needed.
Visit the Kunstkaleidoskop. Explore its unique collections. Discover for yourself its singular charm. You won’t be disappointed. It’s an experience you won’t soon forget.