The Best Romanesque Art
Neighborhood: Montjuïc
Nearest Train: Espanya
Phone: +1 34 93 62 20 375
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The National Museum of Art, built in 1990, houses the best collection of Romanesque murals in the world, including some real gems from the Pyrenean region. The museum's collection includes other works of art as well, such as altarpieces, carvings, sculpture, gold and silver ornaments, and paintings on wood and glazed objects. You can see a selection of Gothic period paintings by 14th and 15th-century Catalan School artists along with those of their counterparts from the rest of Spain and Europe. Admission: EUR8.5; for temporary exhibitions, contact the Museum. Students and seniors are offered discounts and entry is free on the first Sunday of every month.
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The Iberians: Culture and CoinageMay 1st, 2009 to May 31st, 2010
Iberian culture and heritage has been a topic of discussion for a long time. The history and traditions surrounding the Iberians are both mysterious and fascinating. The Museu Nacional d'Art Catalunya will be holding an exhibition called The Iberians: Culture and Coinage, wherein they try to understand and de-construct the Iberians with the help of the museum's collection of coins and artifacts. Learn about this interesting culture from inscriptions on the coins and discover some enchanting histories. Check website for schedules.
Gerda Taro
Jun 1st, 2009 to Sep 30th, 2009
Gerda Taro at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC) features the works of the legendary woman photographer Gerda Taro who dedicated her life to this art and in particular, to war photo journalism. She has done extensive work to cover the Civil War, being on the war front and photographing the events as they unfolded. The exhibition displays photographs taken by her and also presents snippets on her personal life. Check website for timings.
This Is War! Robert Capa
Jun 1st, 2009 to Sep 30th, 2009
War photography has been a passion for various artists all over the world. Robert Capa is one of the pioneers and his collection of photographs taken during the wars of 1930's-40's will be displayed at the Museu Nacional d'Art Catalunya. Brace yourself and catch this hard-hitting exhibit coming June. Check website for exact schedule.
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