The Kmytiv Museum Damaged by Explosions near Zhytomyr.

As a result of the explosion in the Zhytomyr region in the village of Berezino, the Kmytiv Museum of Fine Arts named after Yosyp Buhanchuk suffered serious damage. This was reported by 'Glavkom' with reference to the museum's Facebook page.

As a result of the explosion, windows, frames, and curtains that protected the exhibits from light were damaged. The stained-glass windows on both floors were covered with cracks, and the exhibition was left among shattered glass. The doors of the museum and the storerooms were also damaged.

History of the Museum

The Kmytiv Museum of Fine Arts was founded in 1974 by the artist, front-line soldier, and collector Yosyp Buhanchuk. The museum has a unique collection of socialist realism, Ukrainian modernism, and 20th-century art: about 3,000 works of painting, graphics, and sculpture are presented in 10 halls.

The exhibition includes works by Tetiana Yablonska, Serhii Hryhoriev, Mykola Hlushchenko, Anatolii Kushch, and other artists. The museum is an important cultural center of the region, showcasing both classical and contemporary Ukrainian masterpieces.

Unfortunately, the Kmytiv Museum of Fine Arts in the Zhytomyr region has suffered serious damage as a result of the explosion. Windows, frames, curtains, and doors were damaged, and the fragile exhibition found itself among shattered glass. The museum, founded by the famous artist Yosyp Buhanchuk, plays an important role in the cultural life of the region, representing unique works of painting and sculpture that are a true treasure for Ukrainian culture.

This is supplemented with information about the museum that became a victim of the explosion, known for its unique collection and important role in the cultural life of the region. As a result of the event, both the museum building and its valuable exhibits were seriously damaged, causing sorrow among art and culture enthusiasts.