New Pinakothek Museum Opens with heralded acoustics
Modern art and acoustics by BASWA®phon.

The Alte Pinakothek contains some of the world's finest collections of European paintings. In the sixteenth century, Bavaria's rulers began acquiring works of art for their personal enjoyments which were placed in several palaces and galleries. In 1836, this collection was opened to the public.

Across the street from the Old Pinakothek, the Pinakothek of Modern Art opens to enthusiastic response. On the grounds of the old Türken-barrachs is the huge building housing the Pinakothek of Modern Art. The impressive, open architecture puts the works on display in a context, which emphasizes both their individuality and their relationship to each other.

The museum shows the developlment of the fine arts in the 20th and 21st century and is a centre for modern art of international standard. The exhibition is divided into four sections Art, Graphic Art, Design and Architecture. The visitor is presented with a unique overview of Modern Art in all its variety of the highest level, in an acoustically designed environment using BASWA®phon.