Hermitage Foundation Lausanne
Vaud
The Hermitage Foundation Lausanne is a distinguished fine arts museum located in a historic villa on a hill overlooking the city of Lausanne in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland. The villa, built between 1850 and 1853 for banker Charles-Juste Bugnion, is surrounded by the Parc de l’Hermitage, offering picturesque views and a serene setting. The museum hosts two to three major exhibitions annually, featuring a wide range of art movements and renowned artists such as Bonnard, Baselitz, Giacometti, Hopper, Magritte, Miró, Monet, and Borgeaud. It also presents thematic exhibitions on styles like Pointillism, Futurism, and Spanish painting from the late 19th century and modern periods. The permanent exhibition includes an impressive collection of approximately 400 Chinese ceramics dating from the 12th to 19th centuries, gathered by Marie Vergottis. The museum’s extensive collection of around 600 works is regularly displayed or loaned to other institutions, while a dedicated room honors the Bugnion family. The Fondation de l’Hermitage is recognized as a cultural property of national and regional significance in Switzerland and benefits from strong patronage, including from Nestlé. This museum combines historical architecture, diverse art collections, and a tranquil park, making it a unique cultural destination in Lausanne.
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Consejo: Visit during spring and summer to enjoy both the art exhibitions and the surrounding park. Booking tickets in advance is recommended for popular exhibitions. Discounts are often available for students, seniors, and groups. The museum is accessible by public transport, and the official website provides up-to-date information on current exhibitions and events.
Datos interesantes
- •The villa was built between 1850 and 1853 for banker Charles-Juste Bugnion.
- •The museum has hosted over 80 exhibitions since its opening, attracting more than two million visitors.
- •Its permanent collection includes around 400 Chinese ceramics from the 12th to 19th centuries, one of the most comprehensive in Europe.
- •The Fondation de l’Hermitage is listed as a cultural property of national and regional significance in Switzerland.
- •The museum benefits from major patronage, including from the multinational company Nestlé.
Historia
The villa "l’Hermitage" was constructed between 1850 and 1853 for Charles-Juste Bugnion on land he acquired in 1841.
Initially a private residence with adjacent gardens, it soon became a favored venue for social events among Lausanne’s elite.
In 1976, the Bugnion family donated the villa to the city, leading to the establishment of the Fondation de l’Hermitage with the mission to restore, preserve, and promote the building.
Since its opening as a museum, it has hosted over 80 exhibitions, attracting millions of visitors.
The museum's collections and building are listed in the Swiss Inventory of Cultural Property of National and Regional Significance.
The foundation has maintained a tradition of high-quality art exhibitions and cultural programming ever since.
Guía del lugar
The Villa l’Hermitage1850-1853
A classical-style villa built in the mid-19th century, originally a private residence for Charles-Juste Bugnion. It serves as the main building housing the museum's exhibitions and offices.
Permanent Chinese Ceramics Collection12th-19th centuries
A permanent exhibition showcasing approximately 400 Chinese ceramics from the 12th to 19th centuries, collected by Marie Vergottis. This collection highlights the artistic and cultural exchange between East and West.
Temporary Exhibition Spaces
The museum hosts two to three major exhibitions annually, featuring works from artists like Bonnard, Baselitz, Giacometti, Hopper, Magritte, Miró, Monet, and Borgeaud, as well as thematic exhibitions on art movements such as Pointillism and Futurism.
Contacto
Teléfono: 021 320 50 01