The Cézanne, Monet, Renoir Exhibition: Masterpieces of French Impressionism at the Belvedere

This exhibition showcases selected masterpieces from the Museum Langmatt collection, highlighting one of Switzerland's earliest and most extensive private collections of French Impressionism. It features works by renowned artists including Cézanne, Monet, and Renoir.

The Belvedere presents a remarkable collection of French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art from the Museum Langmatt, a private collection established by Jenny and Sidney Brown in Switzerland. Beginning their collection around 1907, the Browns developed a deep appreciation for French art, amassing significant works by Paul Cézanne, Claude Monet, and particularly Pierre-Auguste Renoir, alongside notable pieces by artists like Mary Cassatt and Camille Pissarro. The exhibition delves into the Browns' passion for collecting and how their acquisitions reflect the evolving cultural identity of the Swiss industrial bourgeoisie in the early 20th century. The Museum Langmatt, originally the Art Nouveau villa of the Brown family designed by Karl Moser, has been preserved as a museum since 1990. This exhibition draws parallels with contemporary acquisitions made for Vienna's Modern Gallery (now the Belvedere), highlighting shared artistic interests of the era. The collection features representative works that span the scope of French Impressionism and its precursors, demonstrating the couple's discerning taste and systematic approach to building a cohesive and personal art collection.

Tickets for the exhibition can be purchased online in advance to save time. Information on purchasing time slot tickets is available via the provided link.