Bührle Foundation halts exhibitions amid Nazi-looted art and ethical controversies
The Bührle Foundation is facing severe backlash following the exhibition of the Bührle Collection in the new Chipperfield building. The foundation is now reevaluating the collection's provenance amid allegations of Nazi-looted art and potential ethical misconduct.
The foundation has closed the collection for renovation until 2027, during which time it will scrutinize the origins of individual works. This move comes amidst serious allegations of antisemitism and demands from the Zurich city administration, which the foundation sees as government interference.
The controversy has raised questions about the feasibility of future exhibitions under the current conditions. The foundation has removed the 'in the city of Zurich' clause from its stated purpose, arguing that the media and political criticism surrounding its location in Zurich is the reason for this change. This means the collection is no longer required to remain on permanent display in Zurich. The foundation and the Zurich Art Society are now under pressure to disclose and renegotiate their long-term loan agreement.
The Bührle Foundation is exploring new options, including potentially terminating its long-term loan agreement, which is set to expire in 2034. The foundation maintains that the controversy is the reason for these changes, but the future of the collection and its relationship with the city of Zurich remains uncertain.
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