Discover the artistic creations of Antoni Tapies housed in a Catalan modernist building.
One of Spain’s famous post-war artists Antoni Tapies was born in Barcelona in 1923 and died in 2012. This museum opened in 1990 and features the most complete collection from the artist and also other artwork and exhibits from other contemporary artists. The Antoni Tapies Museum contains collections of contemporary art and sculptures and also hosts temporary exhibitions. Many of the paintings were donated by Antoni and Teresa Tapies. The museum’s main task is to highlight and educate visitors on contemporary art.
The Antoni Tapies museum is inside the historic Montaner i Simon publishing house by the renowned architect Lluis Domènech i Montaner. The building which is designed in Catalan modernism style is historically important to the city of Barcelona. The building has been restored by architects Amadò i Lluís Domènch Girbau, and is well worth visiting.
Who Is Antoni Tapies?
Antoni Tapies was a Catalan artist and sculptor, born 13th December 1923 in Barcelona. After studying law for 3 years, Tapies was drawn to a career as an artist and was devoted to this from 1943 until his death. His artistic styles included many forms of contemporary art, such as Dada, surrealism, Abstract Expressionism and Tachisme. Tapies art, like most artists, developed and changed through the years, brining new ways for an artist to express himself.
Antoni Tapies also delved into Graphic work and essays, providing an entry into publications as a form of artistic expression. Tapies also brought Pop Art as another way of creating art. Overall, Tapies has an incredible range of artistic talent, that brings new ways of working throughout the years. During his lifetime, Antoni Tapies has been awarded many recognitions, including being made Marqués de Tapies by Spain’s monarch, King Juan Carlos I.
Visiting Antoni Tapies Museum
As you arrive at the Antoni Tapies Museum, the first thing you will notice is the distinct modernist building that houses the museum. On the building’s roof, you can see tangled metal wire and metal beams, giving you a clue this is no ordinary building. Inside the museum you will be pleased to discover many of the artists works.
The Antoni Tapies Museum also displays and exhibits by other well-known artists. Many exhibitions will be displayed at the museum, and current or future exhibitions can be found on the foundation’s website. The museum also shows other subjects such as film, video, photographic art, publications, and even architecture. There are also works with Oriental and African styles, giving the museum an international insight into art from other continents.
The core base of the Antoni Tapies Museum is the artist’s own works. Many unique pieces of art by Antoni Tapies are displayed at the museum and can be viewed among other exhibitions by other artists. In our opinion, the Antoni Tapies Museum is an essential stop for all those with interest in contemporary art. The museum is modern, well laid out, and the exhibitions updated regularly. The museum is among the most popular in Barcelona for contemporary art.
How to get to Antoni Tapies Museum Barcelona
The museum is on the Carrer d’Aragó 255 in the L’Eixample district of Barcelona, close to other such modernist buildings by the likes of Antonï Gaudí. A minute from the Passeig de Gràcia train and metro stations served by lines 2, 3 and 4. You can also arrive here by bus with the following bus routes 7, 22, 24, 39, 47, 63, and 67. Also, B24, H10, V15 and V17.
If you are staying in the center of Barcelona, the Antoni Tapies Museum is about 10 minutes walk from the Plaça Catalyuna. If you are staying further down La Rambla or within the Gothic Quarter, about 20 minutes walk.
