Musée Charbonneau-Lassay
Le musée Charbonneau-Lassay, à Loudun, est un établissement culturel portant le label « Musée de France » en Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Son histoire : Le Musée Charbonneau-Lassay abrite des collections riches et variées en grande partie léguées par l’érudit local Louis Charbonneau-Lassay (1871-1946).
Archéologue, graveur, historien et collectionneur, Charbonneau-Lassay a rassemblé tout au long de sa vie objets archéologiques du territoire et d’ailleurs, livres anciens en lien avec les érudits loudunais de l’époque moderne, épées et armes à feu du 16ème au 19ème siècle.
Aujourd’hui, sa collection cohabite avec des toiles du 19ème siècle léguées par le peintre Carl Rosa (1853-1913), les vestiges gallo-romains de la villa de Curçay-sur-Dive, des pièces emblématiques des arts populaires loudunais - telles que les coiffes -ou encore des productions artistiques liées au sacré.
Sans oublier l’étonnante collection d’art africain, comprenant notamment d’imposants masques rituels. Son intérêt : Hôtel particulier du XVIIIe siècle, remanié au XIXe siècle. Le fonds muséal s'articule autour de : Archéologie, Art moderne et contemporain, Histoire, Ethnologie, Afrique.
Le musée se trouve au 24 rue du Martray à Loudun. Code postal : 86200. Pour toute information, appeler le 05 49 98 81 58. Le site internet du musée : www.ville-loudun.fr/services-au-public/culture/les-musees.
History
Le Musée Charbonneau-Lassay abrite des collections riches et variées en grande partie léguées par l’érudit local Louis Charbonneau-Lassay (1871-1946).
Archéologue, graveur, historien et collectionneur, Charbonneau-Lassay a rassemblé tout au long de sa vie objets archéologiques du territoire et d’ailleurs, livres anciens en lien avec les érudits loudunais de l’époque moderne, épées et armes à feu du 16ème au 19ème siècle.
Aujourd’hui, sa collection cohabite avec des toiles du 19ème siècle léguées par le peintre Carl Rosa (1853-1913), les vestiges gallo-romains de la villa de Curçay-sur-Dive, des pièces emblématiques des arts populaires loudunais - telles que les coiffes -ou encore des productions artistiques liées au sacré.
Sans oublier l’étonnante collection d’art africain, comprenant notamment d’imposants masques rituels.
The building
Hôtel particulier du XVIIIe siècle, remanié au XIXe siècle.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Peinture;Civilisations extra-européennes : Africaines;Ethnologie;Histoire locale et régionale
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Museum presentation
Situated in Loudun, in the heart of the Vienne department, musée Charbonneau-Lassay holds the « Musée de France » label granted by the Ministry of Culture.
This institution fulfills a public service mission by making its collections accessible to the widest possible audience and contributing to the artistic and cultural education of the territory.
Collections and fields
The collections of musée Charbonneau-Lassay cover the following fields: Archéologie, Art moderne et contemporain, Histoire, Ethnologie, Afrique. 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 Charbonneau-Lassay is located at 24 rue du Martray, 86200 Loudun. 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 Charbonneau-Lassay is part of the cultural landscape of Loudun and, more broadly, of the Vienne department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Loudun 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 Charbonneau-Lassay 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
musée Charbonneau-Lassay is located in Loudun, in the Vienne department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée Charbonneau-Lassay'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 Charbonneau-Lassay bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée Charbonneau-Lassay'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 Loudun 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.