Wallraf-Richartz Museum, Cologne
Cologne, Germany
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Museum Address
Obenmarspforten 40, 50667 Cologne, Germany
Cologne, Germany
Ticket Prices
€12 (under 18 free)
Featured Artists
4 artists in database
The Wallraf-Richartz Museum in Cologne traces its origins to the 1824 bequest of Ferdinand Franz Wallraf, a canon who amassed paintings, prints, and antiquities throughout his life. Merchant Johann Heinrich Richartz funded the first purpose-built museum in 1861. After wartime destruction, the collection moved through temporary quarters before settling into its current building designed by Oswald Mathias Ungers in 2001.
Holdings cover European art from the medieval period through the early 20th century, with one of the finest collections of Cologne School painting anywhere. Stefan Lochner's Madonna of the Rose Bower is a crown jewel. Our collection includes works by Peter Paul Rubens and David Teniers the Younger.
Wallraf-Richartz Museum, Cologne in Cologne, Germany houses 4 masterpieces in our database, including works by Peter Paul Rubens, David Teniers the Younger and Paul Delaroche and 1 other artists. Notable works include Autumn and Self-Portrait in a Circle of Friends from Mantua.
Famous Works at Wallraf-Richartz Museum, Cologne
Browse 4 notable artworks in our database. Click any work to see details and plan your visit.
Visiting Wallraf-Richartz Museum, Cologne
A medieval painting tradition from Cologne known for delicate, jewel-like religious works. Stefan Lochner is the most famous artist. The Wallraf-Richartz has the world's best collection of these works.
They cover different eras. Wallraf-Richartz has medieval to 19th-century art (Old Masters). Museum Ludwig focuses on modern and contemporary art (Pop Art, German Expressionism). Both are excellent.
First Thursday of each month. The museum is also open late until 9pm every Thursday, making it convenient for evening visits even when not free.
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Browse Our CollectionPlease note: Artwork locations and display status may change. Some paintings may be on loan, in restoration, or moved to different galleries within the museum. We recommend contacting Wallraf-Richartz Museum, Cologne directly to confirm specific artwork availability before your visit.
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