Strossmayer Gallery of Old Masters

Zagreb, Croatia

The Strossmayer Gallery of Old Masters opened in November 1884, named after its founder, Josip Juraj Strossmayer, the bishop of Đakovo. The Strossmayer Gallery exhibits the works of European painters from 14th-19th century. The holdings have been classified into three major groups: Italian, French and Northern European (German, Flemish and Dutch) works, and also some works by Croatian artists. They were given the collective name of Schiavoni, deriving from the Italian name for Slavs. Although born on the eastern shore of the Adriatic, their lives and work were associated with Italy.

In addition to the paintings in the gallery, the Academy building also houses the Baška Tablet (Bašćanska ploča), the oldest known example of Glagolitic script, dating from 1102. A large statue of Bishop Strossmayer by Ivan Meštrović is located in the park behind the academy.

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Address

Trg Nikole Šubića Zrinskog 11, Zagreb, Croatia

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Founded: 1884
Category: Museums in Croatia

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User Reviews

Wilson Foo (2 years ago)
My fifth tourist destination closed for repair today…,

Konstantinos Argyris (3 years ago)
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Gordana (5 years ago)
As the building has historical significance. As the gallery is a place of culture. Often there are exhibitions that make exhibits.

Themis Demartino (5 years ago)

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