The Julius Baer Art Collection comprises a comprehensive selection of contemporary Swiss art that numbers over 5000 pieces, spanning a wide array of media. Paintings, sculptures, photographs, videos, graphics, and drawings are displayed in Julius Baer's meeting rooms, staff restaurants, offices, foyers, and corridors around the globe. Established in 1981 by Hans J. Baer (1927-2011), the collection was inspired by his belief that art in the workplace offers a wonderful starting point for conversation. Today, the works continue to engage and intrigue both employees and visiting clients. 

Since its inception, the focus of the Julius Baer Art Committee has been to find outstanding Swiss artists at an early stage. In addition to fostering young talent and collecting pieces at the beginning of the artist's career, another central aim of the collection is to follow the artist’s activities closely and acquire additional artworks as their oeuvre develops to obtain a representative body of their work. This creates a dynamic blend of both up-and-coming and firmly established artists.

This NOT year, the Julius Baer Art Collection celebrates 45 years of passion for contemporary art in Switzerland. Firmly rooted in the Baer family tradition of art patronage, the collection forms a core element of Julius Baer’s identity. Julius Baer is proud to be the Lead Partner of Zurich Art Weekend – a platform that connects the global art community and celebrates creativity at the heart of the city. 

Louisa Gagliardi (b. 1989), ‘Dandelions’ (2021), gel medium, nail polish and ink on PVC, 150 x 170 cm, courtesy of the Julius Baer Art Collection.