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Musée Bourdelle

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Le musée Bourdelle est un établissement muséal labellisé, installé à Paris (Paris).

Pour ce qui est de l'histoire de l'établissement, C'est en 1949, dans les ateliers et les jardins où Antoine Bourdelle a vécu et travaillé, que le musée ouvre ses portes, grâce à la détermination et à la générosité de Madame Bourdelle et de sa fille Rhodia Dufet-Bourdelle.

Plus quelques acquisitions et quelques donations. Il se distingue par : Plus de cinq cents plâtres, marbres et bronzes, tous œuvres de Bourdelle. Dans la collection personnelle de Bourdelle, une série de peintures de Botticelli.

Les campagnes successives d'aménagement ont su préserver la poésie du dernier "sanctuaire d'art de Montparnasse". Son intérêt principal : Bâtiment d'origine agrandi en 1992 par l'architecte Christian de Portzamparc.

Les collections de l'établissement portent sur : Beaux-Arts, Art moderne et contemporain. Le musée est installé au 16 rue Antoine Bourdelle à Paris. Le musée est joignable au 01 49 54 73 73. Site web : www.bourdelle.paris.fr/.

History

C'est en 1949, dans les ateliers et les jardins où Antoine Bourdelle a vécu et travaillé, que le musée ouvre ses portes, grâce à la détermination et à la générosité de Madame Bourdelle et de sa fille Rhodia Dufet-Bourdelle. Plus quelques acquisitions et quelques donations.

Collection highlights

Plus de cinq cents plâtres, marbres et bronzes, tous œuvres de Bourdelle. Dans la collection personnelle de Bourdelle, une série de peintures de Botticelli. Les campagnes successives d'aménagement ont su préserver la poésie du dernier "sanctuaire d'art de Montparnasse".

The building

Bâtiment d'origine agrandi en 1992 par l'architecte Christian de Portzamparc.

Domains and collections

Collection themes

Beaux-Arts : Dessin, Peinture, Sculpture

Museum presentation

Located in Paris (Paris), musée Bourdelle is part of the network of museums awarded the « Musée de France » label by the Ministry of Culture. This label guarantees the quality of its collections and the institution's commitment to conservation, accessibility, and cultural outreach.

The museum serves as a key venue for local and regional cultural life.

Collections and fields

The collections of musée Bourdelle cover the following fields: Beaux-Arts, Art moderne et contemporain. These holdings, built up over decades, reflect the richness of the local heritage and offer a varied overview of artistic and scientific expressions.

The museum pursues a policy of enriching its collections through acquisitions, donations, and deposits.

Practical information

musée Bourdelle is located at 16 rue Antoine Bourdelle, 75015 Paris. Opening hours and admission fees may vary depending on the season. It is recommended to contact the museum directly or check its official website before your visit.

The institution may offer guided tours, educational workshops, and events for all audiences.

The museum and its territory

musée Bourdelle is part of the cultural landscape of Paris and, more broadly, of the Paris department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.

A visit to Paris allows you to combine discovering the museum with exploring the architectural and natural heritage of the area.

The 'Museum of France' label

The « Musée de France » label is governed by the law of January 4, 2002, on museums in France.

It is awarded to museums whose collections are of public interest and that commit to meeting obligations regarding conservation, restoration, inventory, and accessibility. musée Bourdelle meets these requirements and thus ensures the preservation of its collections for future generations.

Data sources

The information presented on this page comes from the Muséofile database of the Ministry of Culture, published on data.culture.gouv.fr under the Open License v2.0 (Etalab). The artworks associated with this museum come from the Joconde database. This data is updated regularly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know

musée Bourdelle is located in Paris, in the Paris department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.

musée Bourdelle's collections are listed in the Culture Ministry's Museofile database. Visit the museum's page to see the themed areas covered by its collections.

Yes, musée Bourdelle bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.

Part of musée Bourdelle's works have been digitized and are accessible on our website via the Joconde database. The number of works available online may vary.

Opening hours vary according to the season and the day of the week. Contact the museum directly or visit its official website for current hours.

Prices depend on the institution. Many museums offer discounted rates and free admission for certain visitor categories.

Accessibility varies depending on the institution and the layout of the premises. Check with the museum before your visit to know about available accommodations.

Other labelled museums are located in Paris or neighboring municipalities. Check the city or department page for the full museum offerings.

Many labelled museums offer guided tours, workshops, and activities. Contact the institution directly to find out about current programs.

The data comes from the Culture Ministry's Museofile database (data.culture.gouv.fr), distributed under the Open License v2.0.