Fine Art and Ceramic Museum, Art and ceramics museum in Old Town district, Jakarta, Indonesia
Description
The Fine Art and Ceramic Museum occupies a neoclassical building with eight grand columns framing its entrance in West Jakarta. Inside, multiple galleries house ceramics, paintings, and sculptures gathered from across Asia and Europe.
History
The building was completed in 1870 as the Dutch East Indies Justice Council headquarters. The structure later served as a military barracks during the Japanese occupation period.
Culture
The rooms display works that shaped Indonesia across different periods and regions. You can see how local artists connected with traditions from across Asia and Europe.
Practical
The galleries are best visited during daylight hours when natural light fills the exhibition spaces. The location near Kota Station makes it easy to reach from other parts of the city.
Did you know?
The collection holds ceramic pieces from the 14th century Majapahit Kingdom, making it one of the oldest artistic traditions in Southeast Asia. These ancient works sit alongside European and modern pieces, revealing how deep this craft tradition runs.
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