Museum of Oriental Art, Art museum in Palazzo Mazzonis, Turin, Italy
The Museum of Oriental Art occupies five floors of a restored 17th-century palazzo and houses a broad collection of works from across Asian regions and time periods. The galleries display pieces ranging from ancient objects to later artistic expressions.
The institution was founded in 2008, bringing together Asian collections from Turin's City Museum of Ancient Art with donations from regional organizations. This merger created a dedicated center for preserving and presenting the city's Asian art holdings.
The collection showcases masterworks from China, Japan, the Himalaya, and the Islamic world, reflecting diverse artistic traditions and spiritual expressions. These works allow visitors to experience firsthand the depth and range of Asian artistic practice.
The building offers complete wheelchair accessibility throughout all five floors, making it easy to navigate the entire collection. Plan to spend adequate time moving through the different galleries to fully explore the diverse works on display.
Hidden within the courtyard are two Japanese rock gardens that create a quiet corner amid the museum spaces. These outdoor areas offer an unexpected encounter with Eastern design thinking during your visit.
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