Museo Quiñones de León, Municipal museum in Castrelos, Vigo, Spain.
Description
Museo Quiñones de León is a museum housed in a 17th-century manor house in Castrelos, displaying European paintings and archaeological artifacts from various periods. The building combines the historical structure of a noble residence with exhibition spaces designed for viewing collections.
History
The museum opened in 1937 after Fernando Quiñones donated the estate and gardens in 1925. The art collection from Policarpo Sanz formed the foundation for the initial exhibitions.
Culture
The ground floor maintains the original living spaces of a marquis, displaying European paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries. The rooms give a sense of how the noble family lived and displayed their art collection here.
Practical
It is helpful to explore the park before or after visiting the museum, as the gardens and pathways are openly accessible and aid in orientation. Hours of operation change between weekdays and weekends, so checking ahead is recommended.
Did you know?
The large garden grounds surrounding the manor blend French and English design styles across more than five hectares. A notable feature is the double row of camellias lining Paseo de Antonio Odriozola, which displays varying colors depending on the season.
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