Otten Artroom
A Place of Vivid Encounters

Since October 2008 the Otten Kunstraum , as a place of vivid encounters, offers insights into the art collection of the Otten family. As a textile manufacturer, Wilhelm Otten began to acquire old textiles from Latin America, Africa and Asia 35 years ago. The gradual building of a collection of Constructivist, Concrete, and Minimalist art commenced during the 1990s. The collection of nonrepresentational art has its roots in the Russian Avant-garde and comprises to date about 600 works of art.

Wilhelm Otten: ``I am thankful for the many experiences I have had through my involvement with art and during encounters with artists and others close to art. I would like to incorporate this treasure into the Otten Kunstraum in oder to share the pleasure in art with others amid inspiring surroundings.``

The Otten Kunstraum invites the public to join in a dialogue with the works. The collection is presented in temporary thematic exhibitions. The architecture of the exhibition space, designed by Arno Bereiter, radiates calm and imparts a contemplative atmosphere.

Visitors are invited to embark spiritually and emotionally on an art adventure in the exhibition space as well as on a tour through the outdoor sculptures and installations. A former oil tank open to the public as a venue for extraordinary art installations offers a unique ambience at the Otten Kunstraum.

The Otten Kunstraum is an initiative for the advancement of art. Its projects are realized without public funding.