Art
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
Charlotte, North Carolina
About
The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art in Charlotte, North Carolina houses the private collection of the Bechtler family of Switzerland, assembled over 50 years by Andreas Bechtler's family members. The collection of approximately 1,400 works focuses on mid-20th-century European modernism, with significant holdings of works by Jean Tinguely, Niki de Saint Phalle, Le Corbusier, and Max Bill. The museum's building was designed by Swiss architect Mario Botta.
Highlights & Things Not to Miss
Tinguely & Saint Phalle
Major works by the celebrated artistic couple
Swiss Modernism
Le Corbusier, Max Bill, and Swiss contributions to modern design
Mario Botta Building
A distinctive architectural presence in Uptown Charlotte