The Lowe Art Museum, a visual arts museum, is situated in the scenic Coral Gables area of Miami. Established in 1950, the museum is a part of the University of Miami. It was founded by philanthropists Joe and Emily Lowe and holds the distinction of being the first art museum in South Florida.
The Lowe Art Museum boasts an extensive collection of art, with permanent exhibits spanning various periods and styles. Visitors can explore Greco-Roman antiquities, works from the Baroque and Renaissance periods, as well as modern and Asian art. The museum's diverse collection offers a comprehensive overview of the world's artistic heritage.
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Stanford Drive 1301, Coral Gables
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The Lowe Art Museum, located at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, offers a diverse collection of art spanning various cultures and time periods. Visitors appreciate the museum's wide range of exhibits, from ancient artifacts to contemporary pieces. The museum's strengths lie in its collections of Renaissance and Baroque art, as well as its Native American and Asian art sections. Many reviewers note the museum's compact size, which allows for a comprehensive viewing experience in a relatively short amount of time. The staff is generally described as friendly and knowledgeable, enhancing the visitor experience. However, some visitors mention that certain areas of the museum could benefit from better lighting or more detailed information about the exhibits. While the museum may not be as extensive as some larger institutions, it is considered a valuable cultural resource in the Miami area, offering a good balance of educational value and aesthetic appeal. Parking can sometimes be a challenge, as noted by several visitors. Overall, the Lowe Art Museum provides a solid art museum experience, particularly appreciated by those interested in a diverse array of art forms and cultural artifacts.
The Lowe Art is a small art museum on the campus of the University of Miami.I have visited this art museum many times in the past 43 years. I especially relish its two rooms featuring Old Master European Paintings from the Kress and Cintas Art Collections.On my last visit,I enjoyed fine devotional themes paintings by Lippo Vanni(Italian Trecento,"Madonna and Child Enthroned With Donor and Saints Dominic and Elizabeth"),Francesco Giorgio Martini(Italian Renaissance),Guidoccio Cozzarelli("Annunciation and Nativity",Italian Renaissance),Bernardino Fungai("Madonna and Child With Saints and Angels",Italian Renaissance),El Greco("Christ in the House of Simon",Counter Reformation,Baroque),Garafalo("Madonna and Child In Glory",Italian Renaissance),Guisseppe Ribera("Saint Onuphrias",marvelous Chiaroscuro),Adrien Isenbrant("Madonna and Child With Member of Hillensberger Family",Netherlandish Renaissance),Pietro Dandini("Judith with Head of Holofernes",17th Century Mannerist Painting),Giacinto Diana(18th Century,Italian),and Giovanni Paolo Panini("Capriccio with Roman Ruins,Christ by Pool of Bethesda",18th Century Neoclassical). I also appreciated fine Old Master Paintings with secular subject matter by Bedoli Mazzola(Italian Renaissance Portrait),Vincente Catena(Italian Renaissance Portrait),Jacob Jordaens(Flemish Baroque,"Judgement of Paris),and Bartolome Murillo("Portrait of Gentleman",Spanish Baroque).I also fine ceramic work by Andrea Della Robbia("Saint John The baptist",Italian Renaissance).The Lowe Art museum has a very appealing atmosphere.Currently,it is free of charge.
Visited on 26 Oct 2024
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