La Pedrera cultural centre in Barcelona - Catalonia, Spain
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LA PEDRERA - Caixa Catalunya CULTURAL CENTRE |
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The Casa Mila, popularly known as La Pedrera -the Catalan for stone quarry- , is the home of the Centre Cultural Caixa Catalunya. This masterpiece by Antoni Gaudf bears witness to the triumph of the curve and the sculptural concept of Gaudf's architecture. The visit includes the attic space, the Espai Gaudf, which features a highly illustrative exhibition about the architect's work, the impressive undulating rooftop crowned by chimney pots, and the recreation of a period apartment. The gallery on the first floor of this unique building stages temporary exhibitions. La Pedrera is inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List. THE BODY AND THE COSMOS Sculptural art from Pre-Columbian Mexico Until 10th October The exhibition features a selection of 200 pieces from 40 museums and archaeological zones throughout Mexico. This is the first time they have been exhibited outside their country of origin. Olmec, Mayan and Mexican relics bear witness to the essential unity of Mesoamerican culture. GEORGES ROUAULT (1871-1958) Painting under the sign of religion An exhibition providing an insight into the work of Georges Rouault, one of the most renowned religious painters of the 20th century. Placed within the fauvist and expressionist movements, the exhibition includes works from throughout his career, from his early paintings to the engravings of the Miserere Series. OPENING TIMES Monday to Sunday, 10am - 8pm (last admission, 7.30pm) ADMISSION Espai Gaudi and La Pedrera apartment: 7 €: Temporary exhibition gallery, admission free Discount: 50 % for groups TRANSPORT Metro: Oiagonal (lines L3 and L5): Bus: 7, 16. 17, 22, 24, 28, N4; Bus Turistic: nortflbound (red) and southbound routes (blue) SERVICES Shop, bookstore, guided tours Provença, 261 - 265, 08008 Barcelona Tel. 902 400 973 Gabinet Gaudi: educational services www.caixacatalunya.es fcc@Caixacatalunya.es |
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