Austin Galleries
1219 W. Sixth
Old West Austin
512/495-9363
A gallery so large and dense with paintings that you'll be tempted to think of it as a museum. But think of it as a home for art - you'll want to soak up every drop of warmth and low-key atmosphere established by owners Dave and Sue Attal and their crackerjack staff. The range of material in its 8,000 square feet is stunning, from the ubiquitous Central Texas landscapes to rare works by Chagall, Hockney, Matisse, Miro, Moore, Picasso, and Pissarro. And don't miss the back stairway packed with sketches and small pieces by the late Austin master Gustav Likan; it's a crash course in what an exceptional artist we lost last year. A charming place to while away a rainy Sunday afternoon.
