Photos of The Getty Villa

This is the villa where Getty lived in his lifetime. It was built facing the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by mountains. In 1954, the villa was converted into an art museum, displaying his collection of ancient Greek, ancient Roman, ancient Egyptian cultural relics and works of art, with a collection of more than 44,000 Most of the modern sculptures are placed in the outdoor courtyard, which contrasts with the garden fountain. 1. Indoor Pavilion The Getty Villa is modeled after a villa in the ancient city of Pompeii, and the light building itself is a work of art. The pavilion is dedicated to the study of the art and culture of ancient Greece, ancient Rome and Etruscans, with a collection of more than 44,000 items, including cultural relics from 6500 BC to 400 AD, including brightly colored amphora , There are well-preserved sarcophagi, beautifully carved lintels, and mummy portraits thousands of years ago, which are still lifelike and amazing. 2. There is a long pool in the atrium of the outdoor courtyard. The fountain in the center of the pool is in harmony with the statues of different shapes on both sides. Gardening in the vestibule garden is manicured, with geometric checkerboard paths scattered throughout. There is a small pool in the east garden, with a face-shaped decoration on each side of the pool. When you come to the Baicao Garden, you can see the beautiful blue lotus flowers and the magnificent Pacific Ocean.