Fodor's Expert Review MSK – Museum of Fine Arts Ghent

Ghent and the Leie Fodor's Choice

This is one of Belgium's finer art museums, and its temporary exhibitions are usually exceptional. Built in 1902 at the edge of Citadelpark, the neoclassical Museum of Fine Arts (or Museum voor Schone Kunsten) has holdings that span the Middle Ages to the early 20th century, including works by Rubens, Géricault, Corot, Ensor, and Magritte. Its collection of Flemish Primitive painters is particularly noteworthy, with two paintings by Hieronymus Bosch: Saint Jerome and Christ Carrying the Cross. It also has a fine collection of sculpture and French painting. When panels from the Ghent Altarpiece go for restoration, they are done here, with visitors able to see the restorers at work. 

Fodor's Choice Art Museum

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Fernand Scribedreef 1
Ghent, Flanders  9000, Belgium

09-323–6700

www.mskgent.be

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Rate Includes: €8, Closed Mon.

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