In celebration of this milestone, the Saxon watchmaker has confirmed that the partnership will continue for at least another five years, extending through 2031.

Since 2006, A. Lange & Söhne has served as a key sponsor of the SKD, an institution that encompasses 15 museums of international renown — among them the Grünes Gewölbe, the Old and New Masters Picture Galleries, and the Mathematisch‑Physikalische Salon. These collections preserve some of the world’s most significant artistic and scientific treasures.

The bond between A. Lange & Söhne and the Mathematisch‑Physikalische Salon is especially deep. Located in Dresden’s Zwinger, the museum houses a celebrated array of historical clocks and scientific instruments, including the model of the famed Five‑Minute Clock from the Semper Opera House. It was here, nearly two centuries ago, that a young Ferdinand Adolph Lange found the inspiration that would shape his life’s work. The precision instruments of the royal collection sparked his ambition to create the finest watches in the world — a vision he realized in 1845 when he established his manufacture in Glashütte. The spirit of innovation that guided him continues to define A. Lange & Söhne today.

The Royal Cabinet of Mathematical and Physical Instruments, situated in Dresden’s Zwinger, houses a world-famous collection of historical clocks.

One of the most symbolic moments in the relationship between the manufacture and the SKD occurred on 24 October 1994. Inside the Dresden Royal Palace — now the SKD’s headquarters — A. Lange & Söhne unveiled the first four watches of its modern era, including the now-iconic LANGE 1. This event marked the rebirth of the brand and cemented its cultural ties to Dresden. The partnership was formalized in 2006, and one of its most significant achievements followed soon after: the six‑year restoration of the Mathematisch‑Physikalische Salon. Supported by A. Lange & Söhne, the project culminated in a 2013 reopening that reaffirmed the historical link between horology and scientific discovery.

The collaboration has also extended into education and cultural storytelling. In 2015, the SKD’s special exhibition “Simple and Perfect. Saxony’s Path into the World of International Watchmaking” explored Ferdinand Adolph Lange’s legacy and the origins of Saxon watchmaking, featuring rare pieces from A. Lange & Söhne’s archives.

This commitment to knowledge-sharing continues through the museum’s “Lernort” learning centre, which introduces young people to scientific principles through hands‑on experiences. A. Lange & Söhne, with its strong tradition of vocational training, remains an active supporter of this initiative.

As the partnership enters its next chapter, A. Lange & Söhne will once again contribute to key SKD projects planned for 2026. These include:

• “Paula Modersohn‑Becker and Edvard Munch. The Big Questions of Life”
  Albertinum, 8 February – 31 May 2026
• “Japan on Paper in Dresden. Utamaro, Hokusai, Hiroshige and Modern Graphic Art”
  Kupferstich‑Kabinett, 26 June – 20 September 2026

Alongside these exhibitions, the learning centre at the Mathematisch‑Physikalische Salon will continue to receive support.

Dr. Bernd Ebert, Director General of the SKD, highlights the significance of the collaboration: “For two decades, A. Lange & Söhne and the SKD have enjoyed a close and vibrant partnership. We share an appreciation for exceptional craftsmanship and a commitment to art and culture. We are grateful that this valuable collaboration will continue.”

A. Lange & Söhne CEO Wilhelm Schmid echoes this sentiment, emphasizing the forward-looking nature of the alliance: “Our partnership with the SKD is not only about honouring history. It is about ensuring that our cultural heritage remains accessible and inspiring for future generations. The SKD plays an outstanding role in this mission.”