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Bass Museum of Art and its collection
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The Bass Museum of Art, situated in Miami Beach, Florida, is a contemporary art museum that was established in 1964. The museum owes its inception to a generous donation of a private collection by John and Johanna Bass to the city of Miami Beach. This donation led to the creation of a public institution that has since become a significant cultural landmark in the city.
Exhibitions at the Bass Museum of Art
The Bass Museum of Art has a reputation for organizing the first solo exhibitions in the United States of international artists, including Erwin Wurm. The museum has also hosted major exhibitions of influential artists such as El Anatsui, Isaac Julien, Eve Sussman, and Piotr Uklański. These exhibitions have contributed to the museum's status as a significant platform for contemporary art.
Permanent Collection at the Bass Museum of Art
The Bass Museum of Art boasts a diverse permanent collection that spans various periods and regions. The collection includes European painting and sculpture from the 15th century to the present, textiles, tapestries and ecclesiastical clothing, and artifacts. It also features 20th and 21st century works from North America, Latin America, Asia and the Caribbean, as well as art, photographs, prints and drawings. The museum's collection also encompasses modern and contemporary architecture and design, and elements of Miami Beach history.
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