Fr. Storck and Cecilia Cutescu Storck Fine Art Collection

Did Karl Storck ever imagine his family’s legacy would be housed in such a remarkable place? The “Fr. Storck and Cecilia Cutescu Storck Fine Art Collection” stands as a testament to three generations of artistic brilliance. The house itself, nestled on Vasile Alecsandri Street in Bucharest, breathes history. Built between 1911 and 1913 by Frederic Storck and his wife Cecilia Cutescu-Storck, it became a museum in 1951. The Fr. Storck and Cecilia Cutescu Storck Fine Art Collection isn’t just a collection of art; it’s a glimpse into the lives and passions of a remarkable family. Karl Storck, the patriarch, arrived in Wallachia in the mid-19th century. He became the first professor of sculpture at Bucharest’s School of Fine Arts. His works grace the city, including the statue of Mihail Cantacuzino and Princess Balasa. Inside the Fr. Storck and Cecilia Cutescu Storck Fine Art Collection, you’ll find a plaster model for the Princess Balasa statue, a tangible link to Bucharest’s past. Karl’s sons, Carol and Frederic, followed in his artistic footsteps. Carol sculpted the statue of Dr. Carol Davila and Frederic, along with his talented painter wife Cecilia, filled their home with their creations. This home, now the Fr. Storck and Cecilia Cutescu Storck Fine Art Collection, showcases their paintings, sculptures, and engravings. A unique treasure within the Fr. Storck and Cecilia Cutescu Storck Fine Art Collection is Karl Storck’s intricate wooden model of the Curtea de Arges Monastery. Crafted in 1867 from linden and birch wood, and adorned with gilding, it offers a detailed snapshot of the monastery before its restoration. This model, displayed at the 1867 Universal Exhibition in Paris, preserves a piece of architectural history. The Fr. Storck and Cecilia Cutescu Storck Fine Art Collection isn’t just a museum, it’s a family story told through art. From Karl’s monumental sculptures to Cecilia’s vibrant paintings, each piece whispers tales of creativity and passion.