Anette Gehrig, Curator, Cartoon Museum in Basel, Switzerland
Release Date: 12/01/2025
Ulf Küster on Paul Cezanne at Fondation Beyeler Museum
Conversations with Curators
In this episode of 'Conversations with Curators,' host Ajita engages with Dr. Ulf Küster, the Senior Curator at Switzerland's renowned Fondation Beyeler. The discussion centers around the first-ever solo exhibition dedicated to Paul Cézanne at the Fondation, exploring the thematic distribution, architectural allure, and curatorial journey involved in setting up this exhibit. Featuring approximately 80 works, including 58 oil paintings and 21 watercolors, sourced from prestigious collections worldwide, the exhibition delves into the nuances of Cézanne's final and most impactful phase. You...
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Florian Setz, Co-Curator, History Museum Basel Switzerland
Conversations with Curators
In this edition of Conversations With Curators, we speak to Florian Setz, Co-Curator, History Museum, Basel Switzerland. One of the largest Roman silver treasure hoards in Europe is on display at the Basel Historical Museum. The exhibition, titled “Treasure Hoards – Hidden, Lost, Found,” showcases the most spectacular finds from the Basel region. Treasures from the Bronze Age to the present day are on display, found in north-west Switzerland, Alsace, and southern Baden. The exhibition will run from October 16, 2025, to June 28, 2026, in the Barfüsserkirche. The valuable objects...
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Anette Gehrig, Curator, Cartoon Museum in Basel, Switzerland
Conversations with Curators
Stories from Museums of Switzerland: Podcast Interview Series with Museum Curators Our podcast series, Conversations with Curators, brings listeners a collection of audio stories that go beyond travel to explore the soul of Switzerland as an art capital. In this series, we focus on in-depth interviews with museum curators across the country. Hear firsthand about their institutions, the histories behind their collections, and the unique perspectives they bring to preserving Swiss culture. From intimate conversations about curatorial choices to behind-the-scenes insights into exhibitions, every...
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Introducing 'Conversations with Curators'
Conversations with Curators
Stories from Museums of Switzerland: Podcast Interview Series with Museum Curators Our podcast series, Conversations with Curators, brings listeners a collection of audio stories that go beyond travel to explore the soul of Switzerland as an art capital. In this series, we focus on in-depth interviews with museum curators across the country. Hear firsthand about their institutions, the histories behind their collections, and the unique perspectives they bring to preserving Swiss culture. From intimate conversations about curatorial choices to behind-the-scenes insights into exhibitions, every...
info_outlineStories from Museums of Switzerland: Podcast Interview Series with Museum Curators
Our podcast series, Conversations with Curators, brings listeners a collection of audio stories that go beyond travel to explore the soul of Switzerland as an art capital. In this series, we focus on in-depth interviews with museum curators across the country. Hear firsthand about their institutions, the histories behind their collections, and the unique perspectives they bring to preserving Swiss culture.
From intimate conversations about curatorial choices to behind-the-scenes insights into exhibitions, every episode captures the voices shaping Switzerland's cultural landscape. Alongside museums, we also feature stories about Swiss cities, iconic brands, and the rich traditions that make the country unique.
In the first season, “Conversations with Curators,” celebrates the legacy of Basel’s museums. Nestled within just 42 square kilometers, Basel is home to nearly 40 museums—making it a true city of art and culture. In this series, we sit down with curators from across the museums of the city to explore the stories behind the collections, the ideas shaping exhibitions, and the passion that keeps Basel’s museums alive. From world-renowned institutions to hidden gems, from the largest to the smallest, join us as we uncover the voices behind the art and heritage that make Basel a museum capital of not just Switzerland, but Europe.
Discover Switzerland through the eyes of those who safeguard its heritage—one interview at a time.
Episode Artwork Copyright: Cartoon Museum And Centre For Narrative Art Basel