"Simian House" Art Museum

The "Simian House" Art Museum in Râmnicu Vâlcea, one of the most important cultural and artistic centers in the county, is housed in the building erected by the Simian family in 1940. This superb architectural monument, featuring neoclassical and eclectic influences, is characterized by ornate facades, large windows, and elaborate architectural details.

The interior space hosts a rich collection of diverse artworks, ranging from paintings, sculptures, and graphics to religious icons from the 17th and 18th centuries, as well as royal gates from the church of Govora. The paintings are signed by prominent artists such as Grigorescu, Pallady, Țuculescu, Tonitza, Baba and Vermont. Sculptures are also well represented, with busts, portraits, and abstract works in bronze, plaster, or stone by sculptors like Oscar Han, Dumitru Paciurea, Frederic Storck and Olga Smolenschi.

In addition to these artworks, the museum displays old furniture in two rooms illustrating Mrs. Simian's bedroom and Mr. Simian's office. The museum also holds a painting from the Venetian School from the first half of the 18th century, along with a remarkable wooden sculpture depicting "The Rape of the Sabine Women."

The "Simian House" Art Museum frequently hosts cultural events such as exhibitions, conferences, and art workshops, which are open to the public and contribute to promoting art and cultural education within the community.