Virtual Visitor
In these trying times, we're all looking for ways to find normalcy. We turn to art to soothe our minds and souls, and the digital sphere luckily provides a path. We've rounded up 10 world-famous museums whose collections you can view from the comfort of your self-quarantine. Get a peek below and read more at culturedmag.com.
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British Museum, London
With more than 8 million objects in its collection, get your fix of creativity spanning antiquity through the present-day, from Mesolithic to Michelangelo.
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Prado Museum, Madrid
Myths, monsters and Virgin Marys live together in Madrid's Museo del Prado. If you're dreaming of vermouth and jamón ibérico, immerse yourself in the world's largest collection of Spanish master paintings, a veritable treasure trove of iconic works by Goya, Dalí and Picasso.
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Louvre, Paris
No doubt one of the world's most famed art institutions, the Louvre is celebrated for its extensive collection which covers all reaches of art history—and history itself. The online tours offer detailed views of ancient artifacts, iconic paintings and the history of the palace's own architecture.
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Brera Art Gallery, Milan
Get a taste of the dolce vita at Milan's first museum. Over more than two centuries, an astounding collection of Italian masters has been amassed, including works by Bellini, Tintoretto, Caravaggio and Lorenzo Lotto, whose Portrait of Laura da Pola is pictured here.
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National Archaeological Museum, Athens
If you're longing for escape, take a trip back to the roots of western civilization. Hellenic sculptures may be of particular interest, as they capture the idealized forms of the Ancient Greeks' vision of the world at the time.
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Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg
If you're in the mood for something grand and splendid, take your time exploring the online collection of Russia's largest art museum. The virtual tour offers a view of Roman, Asian and Middle Eastern artifacts, and the expansive range of Russian art throughout the nation's history.
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Vatican Museums, Vatican City
For a trip to the spiritual world to lift your, well, spirits, try the Vatican Museums' vast collection of religious works. Sadly, you won't see the Sistine Chapel, but icons like Laocoön and His Sons and Apollo Belvedere are ready to give you a religious experience.
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Metropolitan Museum, New York City
With a collection as dynamic as the city itself, the Met offers a truly immersive look with its 360º Project. Peruse the online database to find solidarity in existential contemplation with paintings by legends such as Willem de Kooning and Egon Schiele.
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The Uffizi Gallery, Florence
Picture yourself enjoying the Italian primavera through the online collection at the Uffizi Gallery. Works by Botticelli and da Vinci provide a perfect escape into sublime composition.
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National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.
While the country's eyes are on the capitol as we navigate the reality of this pandemic, don't forget about D.C.’s stunning National Gallery. Home to Italian, Dutch and American paintings that date as far back as the 13th century, the online collection is a journey through the highs and lows of history. We remain hopeful for the future.
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