Brasilea — Attraction in Basel

“The corner of Brazilian art in Basel”

If you are looking for Brazilian contemporary art, then Stiftung Brasilea is definitively your destination in Basel. Apart from a fine permanent collection that showcases the genius of Franz Josef Widmar – an Austrian painter who spent most of his life in Rio de Janeiro and drew inspiration from the milieu where he lived and worked –, the gallery-cum-cultural centre houses high quality temporary exhibitions. All of this with awesome views of the Rhine! In a city known for its close links to contemporary art, Brasilea is a great place to put the Brazilian production in...

I visited the Brasilea about 10 years ago and that place will be forever etched on my memory. I remember being very impressed with the Foundation while experiencing it then. I find the program of Brasilea very empowering and I’ve been following their activities from close since that time. Great Art exhibitions! The space is also amazing and the view on the rooftop is simply spectacular. Brasilea is probably the symbol of the most representative cultural exchange between Brazil and Switzerland. If you are an art lover, Brasilea is definitely a place...

The Brasile Foundation constantly offers new reasons to visit – with its fascinating and inspiring art exhibitions by Brazilian artists. These exhibitions occupy a unique niche and stand out from the more commercial programs of larger museums and galleries. This is precisely what makes them so captivating. Many thanks for the great dedication, which caters not only to established art lovers but also to those with a passion...