About Tomi Ungerer Museum-International Illustration Centre
The Tomi Ungerer Museum-International Illustration Centre is a vibrant tribute to the work of Strasbourg-born artist Tomi Ungerer. Housed in a stunning 19th-century villa, the museum showcases over 11,000 original drawings, sculptures, and personal effects donated by Ungerer himself. Visitors can explore three floors of permanent and temporary exhibitions, tracing the artist's diverse career from children's book illustrations to provocative political satire. The museum's interactive displays and multimedia presentations offer engaging insights into Ungerer's creative process and his impact on 20th-century illustration. With its focus on promoting illustration as an art form, the museum also hosts rotating exhibitions featuring work from contemporary illustrators worldwide. The museum's charming garden and on-site café provide perfect spots for reflection after immersing oneself in Ungerer's captivating visual universe.Key Features
- • Extensive collection of Tomi Ungerer's original artwork|• Interactive displays and multimedia presentations|• Rotating exhibitions featuring contemporary illustrators|• Children's workshop area for hands-on activities|• Beautiful 19th-century villa setting with garden|• On-site café for refreshments|• Gift shop with Ungerer-inspired merchandise
The Tomi Ungerer Museum-International Illustration Centre is a vibrant tribute to the work of Strasbourg-born artist Tomi Ungerer. Housed in a stunning 19th-century villa, the museum showcases over 11,000 original drawings, sculptures, and personal effects donated by Ungerer himself. Visitors can explore three floors of permanent and temporary exhibitions, tracing the artist’s diverse career from children’s book illustrations to provocative political satire. The museum’s interactive displays and multimedia presentations offer engaging insights into Ungerer’s creative process and his impact on 20th-century illustration. With its focus on promoting illustration as an art form, the museum also hosts rotating exhibitions featuring work from contemporary illustrators worldwide. The museum’s charming garden and on-site café provide perfect spots for reflection after immersing oneself in Ungerer’s captivating visual universe.
Key Highlights
• Extensive collection of Tomi Ungerer’s original artwork|• Interactive displays and multimedia presentations|• Rotating exhibitions featuring contemporary illustrators|• Children’s workshop area for hands-on activities|• Beautiful 19th-century villa setting with garden|• On-site café for refreshments|• Gift shop with Ungerer-inspired merchandise
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