• Kunstmuseum Basel: one of the temples of European art

    The Kunstmuseum Basel is one of the most prestigious art museums in the world, known for housing the oldest public art collection and for its extraordinary collection spanning over eight centuries of artistic history.
    Located in the heart of Basel, Switzerland, the museum is an international reference point for art lovers, offering a journey through the ages, from Renaissance masters to the avant-garde movements of the 20th century.

  • A history of artistic excellence

    Founded in 1661 with the acquisition of the Amerbach Cabinet, the Kunstmuseum Basel is considered the first public art museum in the world.
    The initial collection included works by Hans Holbein the Younger, marking the beginning of a museum tradition that has continued to grow over the following centuries.
    Today, the museum houses over 300,000 works including paintings, sculptures, drawings, and prints, offering a comprehensive overview of the evolution of European art.

  • Masterpieces not to be missed

    The Kunstmuseum Basel boasts an exceptional collection that includes works by world-renowned artists. Among the masterpieces on display, you can admire:

    • Hans Holbein the Younger, Portrait of Bonifacius Amerbach (1519), a work that demonstrates the mastery of Renaissance portraiture.
    • Pablo Picasso, Seated Harlequin (1923), part of the series of harlequins that the artist painted inspired by European theatrical tradition.
    • Paul Klee, Senecio (1922), which reflects the abstract and symbolic approach of the Swiss artist.
    • Henri Rousseau, Jungle with Setting Sun (circa 1910), an example of the naïve and imaginative painting of the French artist.
    • Arnold Böcklin, The Plague (1898), a Symbolist painting representing death as a mythological figure moving through the city.
  • Art to be reassembled: puzzles inspired by the Kunstmuseum Basel

    For those who love art and puzzles, on Puzzle Arte you can find a selection of puzzles inspired by works reminiscent of those housed at the Kunstmuseum Basel. Among these:

    • Puzzle of Paul Klee, Senecio, to explore the geometries and colors of one of the most beloved abstractionists.
    • Puzzle of Pablo Picasso, Seated Harlequin, which recreates the energy and creativity of one of the masters of the 20th century.
    • Puzzle of Henri Rousseau, Jungle with Setting Sun, which transports you into the exotic landscapes of the artist.
    • Puzzle of Arnold Böcklin, The Plague, to immerse yourself in the intense and symbolic atmosphere of European Symbolism.
  • A complete artistic experience

    Visiting the Kunstmuseum Basel means traveling through centuries of history and creativity. From Renaissance icons to the protagonists of modern and contemporary art, the museum offers a unique and engaging journey through the movements and trends that have shaped the history of art.
    Thanks to puzzles inspired by its collections and available on Puzzle Arte, you can bring home a piece of this experience, transforming each puzzle into a moment of relaxation, discovery, and beauty to enjoy and display.

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