Here is some news from a very beautiful museum located in the historic center, the Carmen Thyssen Museum. If you are in a hurry and do not have time to read the visitors’ opinions on this museum, you are in the right place. We have made a summary review of the visitors’ opinions on this museum that we give you in this article.
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Impressive collection of Spanish art
Visitors particularly appreciate the collection focusing on Spanish art, especially Andalusian art and 19th-century Spanish masters.
The works cover genres such as costumbrismo, romantic art and landscapes, with renowned artists such as Sorolla, Zuloaga, and Julio Romero de Torres.
Temporary exhibitions
The museum regularly organises quality temporary exhibitions, which are also well received. They diversify visits and offer perspectives on different aspects of European and Spanish art.
“Desnudos” (October 8, 2024 – March 9, 2025)
The current exhibition at the Carmen Thyssen Museum, “Desnudos. Cuerpos normativos e insurrectos en el arte español (1870-1970),” explores the evolution of the representation of the nude in Spanish art. Featuring 86 works by artists such as Sorolla, Picasso, and Dalí, the exhibition covers a century of artistic change. It highlights the shift from academic nudes to more modern and avant-garde forms, often in opposition to the social and aesthetic conventions of the time. Available until March 2025.
“Imogen Cunningham. Esencias” – (October 24, 2024 – January 19, 2025)
This is a selection of photographs by this pioneer of American photography, from the José Luis Soler Vila collection. The exhibition highlights her images of plants and nudes, capturing the beauty of textures, shapes and shadows with great delicacy. Cunningham, a member of Groupe f/64, explores the simplicity of nature through an experimental visual language.
The little extras
Framework and architecture
The museum is housed in a historic building, the Palacio de Villalón, from the 16th century, which adds to the cultural experience. Visitors highlight the beauty and renovation of the place, combining classic elegance and modernity.
Peaceful atmosphere
Many visitors enjoy the museum’s quiet atmosphere, conducive to contemplation, with fewer crowds compared to other museums in Malaga, such as the Picasso Museum.
Access and prices
Some find the admission price reasonable, and it is often recommended to purchase tickets in advance.
The opportunity to discover lesser-known works than in large museums attracts curious art lovers.
Free entry on Sunday late afternoon.