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7 works across 1 institution
Berlin's Gemäldegalerie Berlin holds 7 works by Caravaggio (1571–1610) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Caravaggio revolutionised Western painting with his dramatic realism and intense chiaroscuro — figures emerging from deep shadow into a single shaft of light. He worked in Rome until 1606, when he killed a man and fled, spending his final years in Naples, Malta, and Sicily. Around 65 paintings survive.
Gemäldegalerie Berlin
Berlin · 7 works on display
The Gemäldegalerie holds one of Europe's finest collections of Old Master painting — over 1,700 works spanning the 13th to 18th centuries, with particular strength in Dutch and Flemish masters. The building is purpose-built and easy to navigate; allow at least three hours.
Lamentation of Christ
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About the artist
Caravaggio
Italian · Baroque · 1571–1610
Caravaggio revolutionised Western painting with his dramatic realism and intense chiaroscuro — figures emerging from deep shadow into a single shaft of light. He worked in Rome until 1606, when he killed a man and fled, spending his final years in Naples, Malta, and Sicily. Around 65 paintings survive.
Key works
The Calling of Saint MatthewJudith Beheading HolofernesSupper at Emmaus
Frequently asked questions
How many Caravaggio paintings are on display in Berlin?
Our current data shows 7 Caravaggio paintings on display in Berlin, spread across the Gemäldegalerie Berlin. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Berlin has the most Caravaggio paintings?
Gemäldegalerie Berlin holds all 7 known Caravaggio works in Berlin.
Where else can I see Caravaggio's paintings?
Caravaggio's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Caravaggio →
Planning your visit to Berlin
Berlin's main art museums are clustered on Museum Island (Museumsinsel), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, plus a second concentration around Potsdamer Platz and the Kulturforum. The Berlin Museum Pass (3-day) covers the Gemäldegalerie, Alte Nationalgalerie, and all state museums for a single price. The S-Bahn and U-Bahn network makes most museums accessible within 10 minutes.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.