Stadtmuseum Klausen
Museum | Klausen | Trentino-Alto Adige | Italy
The Klausen City Museum is located in the former Capuchin monastery and is dedicated to the history and art of the city of Klausen and the region. One outstanding exhibit is the so-called Loretoschatz, a collection of artworks from the 16th and 17th centuries, originally donated by the Spanish Queen Maria Anna. This collection includes valuable church vestments, religious objects, and paintings, mostly from workshops of Spanish and Italian artists. Particularly noteworthy is the field altar of King Charles II, a masterpiece of baroque art.
Another focus of the museum is the Klausner artist colony, which emerged in the late 19th century. During this time, Klausen attracted numerous painters and sculptors who were inspired by the picturesque surroundings. One of the most well-known representatives of this group of artists is Alexander Koester, a painter from the Munich School who lived in Klausen from 1896 to 1915 and developed his passion for depicting ducks. The museum showcases a selection of his works as well as those of other artists from the colony.
In addition to the permanent exhibition, the museum offers annually changing special exhibitions that shed light on various aspects of the art and cultural history of Klausen and the surrounding area. A visit to the museum provides a deep insight into the rich history and cultural heritage of this historic city.
