Mimara

"The Mimara Museum was established in 1987, following the generous donation of a vast collection of art and artifacts by Ante Topić Mimara. Topić Mimara, who was a significant figure in the art world and a passionate collector, gifted his extensive collection to the city of Zagreb with the intention of enriching the cultural landscape and making the artworks accessible to the public. The museum is housed in the former Vicar's Palace (Biskupska palača), a historic building located in the center of Zagreb. The palace's architecture, dating back to the 19th century, provides a grand and fitting backdrop for the museum's impressive collection. The building's elegant design complements the museum's role as a major cultural institution. The museum's collection features works by notable European artists from various periods, including pieces by masters such as Rembrandt, Rubens, Titian, Velázquez, and Goya. The collection spans the Renaissance, Baroque, Romantic, and modern periods. he museum houses a significant collection of sculptures, including works from ancient Greece and Rome, as well as Renaissance and Baroque sculptures. he collection includes a range of ancient artifacts, such as Egyptian mummies, Greek and Roman pottery, and Renaissance decorative arts."