The Liechtenstein Art Collection

up:date May 15, 2023 by Jans Bock-Schroeder

The Liechtenstein princely family have been passionate art collectors for more than 400 years. During this period they have built up one of the most significant private collections with major works of European art from a period of five centuries.

The Liechtenstein Princely Collections are a treasure trove of artwork and cultural artifacts, housed in the majestic Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein in the heart of Vaduz, Liechtenstein. The collection, which has been carefully curated and expanded upon over the centuries by the ruling Princely Family of Liechtenstein, boasts an impressive array of masterpieces from some of the most celebrated artists in history.

The origins of the Princely Collections lie in the baroque epoch, when patrons felt committed to supporting the fine arts. The House of Liechtenstein has cultivated this ideal over generations.

Founded in the late 18th century by Prince Johann Adam Andreas of Liechtenstein, the collection has grown to include over 4,000 works of art, ranging from ancient Egyptian sculptures to modernist paintings by the likes of Pablo Picasso and Vasily Kandinsky.

Within the framework of an active acquisition policy, the Princely Family has consistently continued its collecting activities to the present day. The collection's existing priorities are consolidated and expanded through the acquisition of works of art of the utmost quality.

One of the standout pieces in the collection is the portrait of Prince Johann I by the Italian master Giovanni Battista Pittoni. Painted in 1772, the portrait is a stunning example of the artist's skill and attention to detail, with the Prince's regal bearing and ornate attire captured in exquisite detail.

The collection also boasts an impressive collection of Old Master paintings, including works by Peter Paul Rubens, Francisco Goya, and Rembrandt van Rijn. In addition to these traditional works, the Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein is home to a number of modern and contemporary pieces, including a large collection of Pop Art from the likes of Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein.

But the Liechtenstein Princely Collections are not just limited to paintings. The collection also includes a range of sculptures, ranging from ancient Greek and Roman pieces to modernist works by Auguste Rodin and Henry Moore. There is also an extensive collection of decorative arts and objets d'art, including intricate works in gold and silver, as well as a range of rare books and manuscripts.

The collection also includes photographic works. Among them are pieces of renowned German photographer Peter Bock-Schroeder (1913-2001).

In addition to the permanent collection, the Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein also hosts a number of temporary exhibitions throughout the year, giving visitors the opportunity to see even more of the world's most stunning artwork.

All in all, the Princely Collections Liechtenstein are a must for anyone interested in art and culture. From ancient masterpieces to contemporary works, the collection offers something for everyone and is thus a true cultural goldmine.

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In the 1960s, Bock-Schroeder created a family portrait of the princely family in a private setting at Vaduz Castle, Liechtenstein. This series is presented by the Princely Collections of Liechtenstein

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