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One of the most important museums for artworks of the 20th century
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Peggy Guggenheim Collection Tickets and Information
- Peggy Guggenheim Collection Address: Palazzo Venier dei Leoni, Dorsoduro 701, Venice, 30123, Venice
- Opening Hours: Daily: 13:00 - 17:00
Is the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice worth visiting
- We definitely think so, yes! It’s a modern art museum that is home to some of the most important pieces from the 20th century and one of the most visited attractions in Venice.
What you see when visiting the Peggy Guggenheim Collection
- Pablo Picasso
- Salvador Dali
- Giorgie de Chirico
- Jackson Pollock
- Vasily Kandinsky
- Rene Magritte, amongst others
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Peggy Guggenheim Collection Information
The Peggy Guggenheim Collection is considered to be one of the most important collections of both European and American art from the twentieth century in Italy.
Situated in the stunning location of the Grand Canal in Venice. The property, the ‘Palazzo Venier dei Leoni’ was the former the home of Peggy Guggenheim and is known locally as the ‘unfinished palace’ as only the first of 5 planned floors was ever constructed and completed.
Legend has it the reason it has ‘Leoni’ in the property name is because a lion was once kept in the garden, however, the more likely reason is because of the lion heads that decorate the wall at water level on the property, although the lion in the garden is a much better story!
The property has had multiple owners over the years from when it was commissioned in 1749 by the Venier family. It wasn’t until 1949 that Peggy Guggenheim purchased the property along with the garden.
Peggy Guggenheim lived there for the next 30 years and held various exhibitions throughout the time until she sadly passed away in 1979. Following her death, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation took over the property and dedicated/opened the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in 1980 allowing all to enjoy.
Home to Peggy Guggenheim’s personal collection, showing various masterpieces from artists that include Hannelore B & Rudolph B. Schulhof. The museum also includes a spectacular sculpture garden and various temporary exhibitions throughout the year.
The collection is linked to other museums in New York and Abu Dhabi also run by the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation.
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Peggy Guggenheim Collection FAQ’s
- Is the Peggy Guggenheim Collection wheelchair accessible?
- Yes, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection also offers free admission to people with limited mobility. They also offer wheelchairs.
- Can pets go to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection?
- No, only certified therapy animals and service dogs such as guide dogs are allowed.
- Can you sketch whilst visiting the Peggy Guggenheim Museum?
- Yes, sketching is allowed in sketchbooks, and notebooks with pencils, as long as you don’t block views. Pens, paints and easels are not permitted.
- What is the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice?
- The Peggy Guggenheim Collection is a modern art museum on the Grand Canal in Venice. It features works from some of the most influential artists of the 20th century.
- Where is the Peggy Guggenheim Museum in Venice?
- The Peggy Guggenheim Collection is in the ‘Palazzo Venier dei Leoni’, which is a partially completed 18th-century palace on Venice's Grand Canal.
- What kind of art does the Peggy Guggenheim Collection include?
- The Peggy Guggenheim Collection primarily focuses on European and American modern art from the first half of the 20th century, including Cubism, Surrealism, and Abstract Expressionism.
- Who are some of the artists represented in the Peggy Guggenheim Collection?
- The Peggy Guggenheim Collection includes works by Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Salvador Dalí, Joan Miró, Max Ernst, and Wassily Kandinsky, amongst others.
- What is the most famous piece in the Peggy Guggenheim Collection?
- "The Empire of Light" by René Magritte and "Alchemy" by Jackson Pollock are among the highlights.
- What makes the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice unique compared to other Guggenheim museums?
- The Peggy Guggenheim Collection’s intimate setting in a Venetian palazzo and its focus on Peggy Guggenheim’s personal collection make it distinct from other Guggenheim institutions.
- How long does it take to visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice?
- A typical visit takes 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on your interest in modern art.
The Peggy Guggenheim Collection Fun Facts
- Unfinished Palace: The Palazzo Venier dei Leoni was intended to be a grand structure but was left incomplete, giving it a unique single-story appearance!
- Peggy’s Dogs: Peggy was a dog lover and kept numerous Lhasa Apsos. Their names are engraved on her grave alongside hers.
- Art Collector Start: Peggy began collecting art in the late 1930s with a mission to buy a piece of art every day!
- World War II Refuge: During WWII, Peggy fled Europe and took many artworks with her, saving them from Nazi confiscation.
- Pollock’s Champion: Peggy was one of the first patrons of Jackson Pollock, supporting his career when he was relatively unknown.
- Venice Biennale Connection: Peggy displayed her collection at the Venice Biennale in 1948, marking the first time the works were shown in Europe.
- Famous Artists: Peggy married Max Ernst, a leading Surrealist artist, though their marriage was short-lived.
- Picasso Gift: Pablo Picasso personally gave Peggy a signed portrait of herself.
- Modern Art Advocate: Peggy was instrumental in bringing European modern art to the United States during the mid-20th century.
- The Lion’s Den: The museum’s name, Palazzo Venier dei Leoni, references the lions that once roamed its garden, though they are long gone!
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Tips for visiting
- Book tickets in advance: If you know when you would like to visit, we suggest booking tickets in advance as it can save you a lot of time. The museum can be very popular during the summer months.
How to get there
- Peggy Guggenheim Collection Address: Palazzo Venier dei Leoni, Dorsoduro 701, I-30123, Venice
- Contact Tel: +39 041 2405 411
Opening Hours
- Monday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: CLOSED
- Wednesday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
