The Neue Pinakothek, Munich

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The diversity and quality of its collections of European painting and sculpture make the Neue Pinakothek one of the great museums of 19th-century art. Like the Alte Pinakothek, the Neue owes its existence to the artistic vision of the Bavarian kings, particularly Ludwig I. The gallery opens with exquisite works of international significance, beginning with exceptional pieces from the 18th century by Goya, David, Gainsborough, and Reynolds. All schools of painting are represented in full and excellent quality, ranging from the Romantics to Art Nouveau, including artists such as Caspar David Friedrich, Menzel, Leibl, Marées, Schiele, and Klimt. The collection features outstanding works of Impressionism from Manet and Gauguin to Liebermann and Corinth. In addition to German and French works, masterpieces of English, Dutch, and other European art from the 19th century are included. This guide to the Neue Pinakothek provides a comprehensive and vivid overview of the history and significance of the collection, featuring a representative selection of 150 images accompanied by informative texts.