Museum Tinguely

Museum Tinguely

Museum Tinguely is an art museum in the Swiss city of Basel, located in a park by the Rhine River. It was designed by Ticino architect Mario Botta and opened in 1996.

Museum Tinguely is an art museum dedicated to and named after the Swiss Dadaist painter and sculptor Jean Tinguely. The museum houses a large collection of his kinetic art paintings and sculptures, including finely crafted sculptures that form a permanent exhibition, accompanied by detailed textual descriptions. Tinguely is known for his kinetic art creations, and the highlight of this museum is its collection of his moving artworks, which are highly captivating. The museum also features a wealth of exhibits, including photographs that document Tinguely’s artistic career and body of work.

In addition to its permanent collection, the museum also hosts temporary exhibitions showcasing works by Tinguely’s friends, contemporaries, and contemporary artists, such as Niki de Saint Phalle and Yves Klein.

Museum Tinguely

Must-visit reason: One of Basel’s most renowned museums

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/region where the attraction is located: Switzerland[Switzerland]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Canton of Basel-Stadt [Canton of Basel-Stadt]

City where the attraction is located: Basel [Basel]