The Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga hosts a remarkable collection of Spanish paintings, with a strong focus on 19th-century Andalusian masterpieces. Visitors can explore temporary showcases alongside the permanent displays housed within the historic Palacio de Villalón. We recommend checking official schedules before your visit to confirm current rotation details and special exhibition dates.
Spanish figurative art from a vibrant and creative decade.
See over thirty expressive works that defined the optimistic transition of 1980s Spain. Learn how contemporary Spanish artists embraced figurative styles and creative freedom through tactile, colorful canvases in Málaga center.
Liberated Painting Exhibition
Exploring minimalist still life prints and photographic studies.
Delve into the quiet microcosm of everyday objects and Madrid cityscapes captured with extraordinary precision. This presentation at Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga displays rare works by the National Printmaking Prize winner, offering a look at his solitary creative process.
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Botanical studies and nudes from the José Luis Soler Vila Collection.
Examine the striking visual legacy of pioneering twentieth-century photographer Imogen Cunningham. This presentation showcases her technical and aesthetic boundary-pushing compositions focusing on natural forms and the human figure.
Cunningham Exhibition
An artistic cartography of the Suñol Soler Collection.
Chart the evolution of Spanish art through thematic islands of creation spanning 1960 to 1980. This selection highlights abstract, figurative, and conceptual masterpieces from the curated Suñol Soler Collection.
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Explore rare 19th-century Spanish drawings and prints.
See over thirty works by the Spanish master Mariano Fortuny y Marsal. This curated selection highlights his nomadic career, artistic versatility, and exceptional draughtsmanship through preparatory sketches and finished prints.
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Ten Spanish Baroque masterpieces on loan from Valencia.
Explore the dramatic shift toward realistic, emotional religious painting in 17th-century Spain. View powerful representations of saints and the Passion of Christ by Francisco and Juan Ribalta at Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga.
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Exploring the myth of Spanish identity through Andalusian art.
Examine how international and domestic creators constructed the imagery of Spanish identity. This exhibition features exceptional works by Goya, Picasso, and Zuloaga that trace the history of Andalusian folklore.
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Discover the rare drawings and paintings of a modern master.
Explore the intimate cabinet exhibition of Julio González in Málaga. Witness how his detailed graphic works and paintings served as the foundation for his famous contemporary sculptures, marking the 150th anniversary of his birth.
Exhibition DetailsSpanish figurative art from a vibrant and creative decade.
See over thirty expressive works that defined the optimistic transition of 1980s Spain. Learn how contemporary Spanish artists embraced figurative styles and creative freedom through tactile, colorful canvases in Málaga center.
Liberated Painting ExhibitionExploring minimalist still life prints and photographic studies.
Delve into the quiet microcosm of everyday objects and Madrid cityscapes captured with extraordinary precision. This presentation at Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga displays rare works by the National Printmaking Prize winner, offering a look at his solitary creative process.
View Exhibition DetailsBotanical studies and nudes from the José Luis Soler Vila Collection.
Examine the striking visual legacy of pioneering twentieth-century photographer Imogen Cunningham. This presentation showcases her technical and aesthetic boundary-pushing compositions focusing on natural forms and the human figure.
Cunningham ExhibitionAn artistic cartography of the Suñol Soler Collection.
Chart the evolution of Spanish art through thematic islands of creation spanning 1960 to 1980. This selection highlights abstract, figurative, and conceptual masterpieces from the curated Suñol Soler Collection.
View Exhibition DetailsExplore rare 19th-century Spanish drawings and prints.
See over thirty works by the Spanish master Mariano Fortuny y Marsal. This curated selection highlights his nomadic career, artistic versatility, and exceptional draughtsmanship through preparatory sketches and finished prints.
Exhibition DetailsTen Spanish Baroque masterpieces on loan from Valencia.
Explore the dramatic shift toward realistic, emotional religious painting in 17th-century Spain. View powerful representations of saints and the Passion of Christ by Francisco and Juan Ribalta at Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga.
View Ribaltas Exhibition
Thirty-five masterful prints of portraits and religious scenes.
Examine the graphic genius of the Dutch master through a selection of portraits, self-portraits, and biblical narratives. This exhibition showcases Rembrandt's innovative etching techniques and dramatic use of light. Plan your visit to the Sala Noble at Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga.
Rembrandt Exhibition
An exploration of modern Spanish avant-garde art and nature.
Witness how twentieth-century Spanish artists redefined creative expression through themes of raw earth and primordial origins. The collection features exceptional paintings and sculptures in the temporary exhibition room on the third floor.
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Luminous plein-air masterworks documenting the beauty of southern Spain.
See how Joaquín Sorolla captured the intense regional light and cultural richness of Andalusia. This collection features magnificent landscapes, festive local scenes, and quiet garden views painted between 1902 and 1918.
Sorolla Exhibition
Discover classical norms and avant-garde Spanish modern art.
Examine nearly ninety works detailing the development of the nude in Spain. See how iconic artists challenged traditional academic constraints to reflect complex human realities.
Spanish Nude Exhibition
Post-war experimental works from the Soler Vila Collection.
Discover the post-war photographic revolution of Japan through over ninety radical works. This selection features fifteen avant-garde artists who redefined documentary styles with high-contrast, subjective images.
View Exhibition DetailsUncover artistic showcases across Málaga's diverse cultural institutions.
Delve into the local art scene by exploring various museum exhibitions in Málaga. From classical masterworks to modern creative displays, find inspiring cultural programming hosted throughout the city. Plan your museum journey and experience the creative spirit of Andalusia.
