Oskar Reinhart was a Swiss arts patron and art collector born in Winterthur. His collection now fills two museums, the Kunst Museum Winterthur | Reinhart am Stadtgarten in the centre of Winterthur, and the Oskar Reinhart Collection "am Roemerholz" at his former home, Am Römerholz, also in Winterthur....
The Oskar Reinhart Collection, Switzerland
Oskar Reinhart was a Swiss arts patron and art collector born in Winterthur. His collection now fills two museums, the Kunst Museum Winterthur | Reinhart am Stadtgarten in the centre of Winterthur, and the Oskar Reinhart Collection "am Roemerholz" at his former home, Am Römerholz, also in Winterthur.
The Oskar Reinhart Collection "Am Römerholz"
The
Oskar Reinhart Collection "Am Römerholz" is a museum located at the former home of Oskar Reinhart. The collection includes works from the 16th to the 20th century, with a focus on French Impressionism and German Expressionism. Among the artists represented in the collection are
Pablo Picasso,
Gerard Ter Borch,
Gerard David,
Giovanni Giacometti, and
Gustave Courbet.
Pablo Picasso's "The aficionado (The torero)"
One of the highlights of the collection is Pablo Picasso's "The aficionado (The torero)". This painting is part of the work of transition to synthetic cubism and was painted in 1912. It is currently on display at the Kunst Museum Winterthur | Reinhart am Stadtgarten.
Gerard Ter Borch's "Card-Players"
Another notable work in the collection is Gerard Ter Borch's "Card-Players". This painting, which was completed in 1650, is a small but exquisite example of the artist's mastery of the genre scene. It is currently on display at the Oskar Reinhart Collection "Am Römerholz".
Gerard David's "Pietà"
The collection also includes a beautiful Pietà by Gerard David, which was painted in the late 15th century. This work is a testament to the artist's skill as a painter of religious subjects and is currently on display at the Oskar Reinhart Collection "Am Römerholz".
Giovanni Giacometti's "Portrait of Ottilia Giacometti"
The collection also includes a portrait of Ottilia Giacometti by her husband, Giovanni Giacometti. This work is a testament to the artist's skill as a portraitist and is currently on display at the Oskar Reinhart Collection "Am Römerholz".
Gustave Courbet's "The Hammock (also known as La Reve)"
Another notable work in the collection is Gustave Courbet's "The Hammock (also known as La Reve)". This painting, which was completed in 1867, is a beautiful example of the artist's mastery of landscape painting and is currently on display at the Oskar Reinhart Collection "Am Römerholz".
Vincent Van Gogh's "Garden with Flowers"
The collection also includes a beautiful ink drawing by Vincent Van Gogh, "Garden with Flowers", which was completed in 1887. This work is a testament to the artist's skill as a draftsman and is currently on display at the Oskar Reinhart Collection "Am Römerholz".
Visiting the Museum
The Oskar Reinhart Collection "Am Römerholz" is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00. Admission is free for children under 16 and CHF 15 for adults. More information about visiting the museum can be found on the
Oskar Reinhart Collection "Am Römerholz" website.
Conclusion
The Oskar Reinhart Collection "Am Römerholz" is a must-see for any art lover visiting Winterthur, Switzerland. The collection includes works by some of the most important artists of the 16th to the 20th century and offers a unique insight into the history of European art. Whether you are interested in French Impressionism, German Expressionism, or religious subjects, there is something for everyone in this remarkable collection.
Oskar Reinhart Collection "Am Römerholz",
Pablo Picasso,
Gerard Ter Borch,
Gerard David,
Giovanni Giacometti,
Gustave Courbet,
Vincent Van Gogh.