Kunstmuseum Basel – Gegenwart presents a rotating selection of contemporary art through its collection-based displays and special exhibitions. This dedicated branch of the museum offers a unique look at artistic developments from the 1960s to the present day. For the most current schedule and specific exhibition details, please consult official museum resources.
A systematic exploration of pioneering computer and geometric art.
Explore the creative prints of computer art pioneer Vera Molnár. This collection highlights her calculated structural variations of geometric squares produced with Basel's Éditions FANAL studio.
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Explore modern masterpieces and correspondence between Swiss collectors and artists.
Examine forty classical modernist artworks alongside the personal letters that document close artistic partnerships. Learn how Karl and Marianne Im Obersteg built their private collection through mutual creative support.
Im Obersteg Exhibition
A site-specific contemporary art installation enlivening the courtyard.
Explore a dynamic spatial intervention by Swiss artist Renée Levi in Basel. This colorful site-specific mural transforms the quiet courtyard of the Hauptbau into a vibrant wind tunnel of movement, bridging painting and architectural space.
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A comprehensive survey of video installations and digital art.
Explore a multi-floor digital universe featuring video installations and virtual-reality settings by Chinese artist Cao Fei. Delve into themes of globalization, technology, and identity across her thirty-year career at this major contemporary art presentation.
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Sculptures and installations challenging art-world expectations.
Delve into the thought-provoking works of Cassidy Toner at Kunstmuseum Basel. This exhibition showcases unique ceramic sculptures, tin cast installations, and a sprawling wall drawing designed to question value and meaning in commercial and artistic spheres.
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Six decades of pioneering Abstract Expressionism and color field painting.
See the largest survey of Helen Frankenthaler's abstract works in Europe. Learn about her revolutionary soak-stain technique and view over fifty paintings on display with standard museum admission.
Helen Frankenthaler Exhibition
Schweizerische Graphische Gesellschaft retrospective of original prints
Browse a selection of thirty-four original commissions showcasing the history of the Schweizerische Graphische Gesellschaft. Experience works by pioneering figures and contemporary artists that highlight the evolution of modern printmaking.
Boundless Printmaking
Rare postwar drypoint prints and surrealist drawings by Wols.
Explore a focused selection of small-format drypoint prints and postwar drawings in Basel. Delve into the dreamlike abstract style of artist Wols and discover his seminal influence on the Informel movement.
Wols Exhibition DetailsA systematic exploration of pioneering computer and geometric art.
Explore the creative prints of computer art pioneer Vera Molnár. This collection highlights her calculated structural variations of geometric squares produced with Basel's Éditions FANAL studio.
Explore ExhibitionExplore modern masterpieces and correspondence between Swiss collectors and artists.
Examine forty classical modernist artworks alongside the personal letters that document close artistic partnerships. Learn how Karl and Marianne Im Obersteg built their private collection through mutual creative support.
Im Obersteg ExhibitionA site-specific contemporary art installation enlivening the courtyard.
Explore a dynamic spatial intervention by Swiss artist Renée Levi in Basel. This colorful site-specific mural transforms the quiet courtyard of the Hauptbau into a vibrant wind tunnel of movement, bridging painting and architectural space.
Exhibition DetailsA comprehensive survey of video installations and digital art.
Explore a multi-floor digital universe featuring video installations and virtual-reality settings by Chinese artist Cao Fei. Delve into themes of globalization, technology, and identity across her thirty-year career at this major contemporary art presentation.
Explore ExhibitionSculptures and installations challenging art-world expectations.
Delve into the thought-provoking works of Cassidy Toner at Kunstmuseum Basel. This exhibition showcases unique ceramic sculptures, tin cast installations, and a sprawling wall drawing designed to question value and meaning in commercial and artistic spheres.
View ExhibitionSix decades of pioneering Abstract Expressionism and color field painting.
See the largest survey of Helen Frankenthaler's abstract works in Europe. Learn about her revolutionary soak-stain technique and view over fifty paintings on display with standard museum admission.
Helen Frankenthaler ExhibitionSchweizerische Graphische Gesellschaft retrospective of original prints
Browse a selection of thirty-four original commissions showcasing the history of the Schweizerische Graphische Gesellschaft. Experience works by pioneering figures and contemporary artists that highlight the evolution of modern printmaking.
Boundless PrintmakingRare postwar drypoint prints and surrealist drawings by Wols.
Explore a focused selection of small-format drypoint prints and postwar drawings in Basel. Delve into the dreamlike abstract style of artist Wols and discover his seminal influence on the Informel movement.
Wols Exhibition Details
A comprehensive retrospective exploring revolutionary modern sculpture and intermedia.
Discover the experimental creations of pioneer Medardo Rosso. This presentation highlights his innovative use of wax, bronze, and plaster alongside extensive photographic works.
Exhibition DetailsImmerse yourself in the exceptional museum exhibitions of Basel.
Plan your cultural journey by exploring a wide array of exhibitions across Basel. Discover how local museums present outstanding collections of classic art, contemporary designs, and heritage displays in various venues throughout the city.
