Museum of Art Zurich, also known as Kunsthaus Zurich, is one of the significant art museums of Europe. It is consecrated to the works of art belonging to the 19th and the 20th centuries. One can come across a wide range of sculptures and paintings in the Museum of Art at Zurich.
Museum of Art Zurich was established in the Victorian era. The museum was, however, renovated in 1976. Presently, the Museum of Art of Zurich is known to be one of the sophisticated museums on the planet. This Zurich attraction is known for its huge collection of art works. Some of the famous exhibits of the museum include Giacometti wing, which depicts the growth of this Swiss artist. Among the popular displays is Rodin's 'Gate of Hell'. Besides, the Museum of Art in Zurich also has a vast collection of modern art. The collection of modern art in the museum includes the works by some of the great artists namely Picasso, Chagall, Marini, Rouault, Braque, Lipschitz and Bonnard. It is interesting to note that Kunthaus Zurich holds the largest collection of paintings by Edvard Munch. Paintings by Monet, Rembrandt, Rubens, Utrillo, Degas, Cezanne, Toulouse-Lactrec, Bechmann, Kokoschka and Corinth also form a part of the rich display of this museum. Kunthaus Zurich also features a big library and a plenteous collection of photographs.
Museum of Art Zurich remains open between 1000 hours and 2100 hours from Tuesday to Thursday. From Friday to Sunday the museum closes at 1700 hours. Travelers are required to pay 11F (for students and senior citizen), 13F (for adults). Entry for children is free. During special exhibition, the entry fees amounts to 7F for children and 14F for adults.
