The Museum of Arts of Uzbekistan

The State Museum of Art of Uzbekistan is the largest and oldest art museum in Central Asia, located in the heart of Tashkent. Founded in 1918, it is an important cultural and historical center, where unique works of art are collected, reflecting the rich history and traditions of Uzbekistan, as well as the world artistic heritage.
History of the museum

The museum was founded in 1918 as the Museum of the National University, and later became the Central Art Museum. Since 1924, it has been known as the Tashkent Museum of Art, and since 1935 it has received its current name — the State Museum of Art of Uzbekistan. The modern museum building, built in 1974, has a unique architecture: the aluminum facade with elements of gray marble emphasizes its modern style.
The museum's collection

The museum has a rich collection of more than 100,000 exhibits covering different eras and cultures. Among them:

    Uzbek art:
    It includes traditional crafts such as wood carving, ceramics, embroidery, carpet weaving, as well as works by contemporary Uzbek artists.
    Western European art:
    Paintings, sculptures and graphics by masters from Italy, France, Germany and other European countries.
    Russian art:
    The works of famous Russian artists of the XIX–XX centuries, including works of realism and avant-garde, are presented.
    Ancient art:
    Exhibits related to the history of Central Asia, including archaeological finds, Buddhist artifacts and objects dating back to the era of the Great Silk Road.
    Oriental art:
    The collection includes works from China, Japan, India and other Eastern countries, such as porcelain, miniatures and textiles.

Architecture and atmosphere

The modern museum building, built in 1974, harmoniously combines functionality and aesthetics. Spacious halls filled with light create ideal conditions for displaying works of art. The museum's architecture highlights its status as one of the main cultural centers of the region.