Overview
The Fukui Fine Arts Museum is a prefectural art museum in Bunkyo, Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture. Opened in 1977, it is known for a rich collection of some 2,840 works, including prints by Goya and Picasso and paintings by Iwasa Matabei. The building, designed by architect Takeo Sato, was awarded the BCS Prize.
Highlights
- ●Prints by Goya and Picasso
- ●Paintings by Iwasa Matabei
- ●BCS Prize-winning architecture by Takeo Sato
- ●A collection of some 2,840 works
History
The museum opened on November 1, 1977. It was designed by the architect Takeo Sato, and the building received the BCS Prize. Its collection also includes works by artists connected to Okakura Tenshin and the beginnings of the Nihon Bijutsuin.
Access
It is located in Bunkyo, Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture. Please check maps and official sources for detailed directions.
Best season
As an indoor facility it can be enjoyed comfortably throughout the year, but timing a visit to coincide with a special exhibition is recommended.
Map
36.0785, 136.2152 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Admire the architecture at the entrance
- 2View the prints by Goya and Picasso
- 3Move on to Iwasa Matabei and the Japanese art collection
- 4Enjoy the special exhibition
Did you know?
💡 The museum is also known for hosting the first retrospective of the contemporary artist Ay-O in 2006.
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