Gallery sights in Switzerland
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Sammlung Rosengart
Lucerne’s blockbuster cultural attraction is the Sammlung Rosengart, occupying a graceful neoclassical pile. It showcases the outstanding stash of Angela Rosengart, a Swiss art dealer and close friend of Picasso. Alongside works by the great Spanish master are paintings and sketches by Cézanne, Klee, Kandinsky, Miró, Matisse and Monet. Standouts include Joan Miró’s electric-blue Dancer II (1925) and Paul Klee’s childlike X-chen (1938).
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Fondation Beyeler
In the Fondation Beyeler, sculptures by Miró and Max Ernst are juxtaposed against tribal figures from Oceania, while 19th- and 20th-century works from the likes of Picasso and Rothko hang on the walls of this long, low, light-filled, open-plan building by leading Italian architect Renzo Piano. Take tram 6 to Riehen from Barfüsserplatz or Marktplatz.
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Schaulager
A kind of art bunker, Schaulager was designed by Herzog & de Meuron. The sharply cornered, mostly white gallery is partly rendered in earth dug out from around the foundations. A huge video screen on the front facade gives you a foretaste of the rolling temporary exhibitions inside. Catch tram 11 from Barfüsserplatz or Marktplatz.
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Kunsthaus
Zürich’s impressive Kunsthaus boasts a rich collection that includes Alberto Giacometti stick-figure sculptures, Monets, Van Goghs, Rodin sculptures and other 19th- and 20th-century art. Swiss artist Ferdinand Hodler is also represented. The clumpy cement building itself is a bit of a horror.
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Bourbaki Panorama
History buffs might enjoy the Bourbaki Panorama. This painstakingly detailed depiction of the Franco-Prussian War of 1870–71, with a moving narrative (also in English), brings to life the 1100-sq-metre circular painting of miserable-looking troops and civilians.
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Fondation de l'Hermitage
Fondation de l’Hermitage is a charming 19th-century residence constantly hosts high-calibre temporary art expositions. Take bus 16 from Place St François.
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Galleria Gottardo
Galleria Gottardo is a private foundation of the BSI (formerly Banca del Gottardo) bank, which puts on exhibitions ranging from sculpture to photography.
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Musée de l'Elysée
The Musée de l’Elysée is worth keeping an eye on if you like photography. It stages temporary expositions that are often excellent.
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Cabaret Voltaire
Cabaret Voltaire is the birthplace of the Dada movement puts on exhibitions and shows, frequently with a dose of vitriolic social criticism.
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Zentrum Paul Klee
Bern’s answer to the Guggenheim, the fabulous Zentrum Paul Klee is an eye-catching 150m-long building filled with popular modern art.
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Museum Rietberg
Set in three villas in a leafy park, the Museum Rietberg houses a fine collection of African, Oriental and ancient-American art.
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Museo Cantonale d’Arte
The Museo Cantonale d’Arte celebrates the work of modern artists (mostly 19th and 20th century masters) from the region.
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Museo d’Arte Moderna
There's creativity from the cutting edge at the Museo d'Arte Moderna. Housed in Villa Malpensata, it is one of the city's main art spaces.
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Maison des Arts du Grütli
Maison des Arts du Grütli is the place for contemporary photography, theatre and art happenings.
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Plakatraum
Plakatraum draws on a huge archive of vintage tourism, Dada and other posters.
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Kunsthalle Zürich
Kunsthalle Zürich features changing exhibitions of contemporary art.
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Zentrum Paul Klee
Bern’s answer to the Guggenheim, the fabulous Zentrum Paul Klee is an eye-catching 150m-long building filled with popular modern art.
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