The Emperor Franz Joseph built the Kunsthistorisches Museum to house the imperial collections. Its breath-taking treasures make it one of the most important museums in the world. Unique masterpieces by Rubens, Rembrandt, Raphael, Vermeer, Velazquez, Titian and Durer, as well as the world’s largest collection of works by Pieter Bruegel the elder, make a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum an unforgettable experience. Equally enjoyable for every art-lover is the magnificent building itself with its imposing staircase featuring a series of paintings on which Gustav Klimt collaborated.
Opening information
Open Tuesdays to Sundays 10:00 - 18:00, Thursdays until 21:00
Temporary exhibitions
Gustav Klimt in the Kunsthistorisches Museum
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birthday of Gustav Klimt on July 14, 2012, the Kunsthistorisches Museum will showcase works by the painter.
Gustav Klimt in the Kunsthistorisches Museum14th February 2012 - 6th May 2012 (Add to calendar)
Top exhibits
Adam and Eve
Adam and Eve, c. 1518 was painted by Lucas Cranach the Elder and is held in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria.
Hunters in the Snow
Hunters in the Snow, 1569 was painted by Pieter Bruegel the Elder and is held in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria.
The Painter in his Studio
The Painter in his Studio, 1666 was painted by Johannes Vermeer and is held in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria.
Tower of Babel
Tower of Babel, 1563, was painted by Pieter Bruegel the Elder and is held in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria.
Peasant Wedding Feast
Peasant Wedding Feast, 1566, was painted by Pieter Bruegel the Elder and is held in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria.
Related pages
Pieter Bruegel (The Elder)
Pieter Bruegel the Elder, 1525 - 1569, was one of the greatest artists from the Netherlands.
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Contact information
- Website
- www.khm.at
- Address
- Burgring, 5
Vienna
1010
Austria - Phone
- +43 1 525 24 4025
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