Musée départemental d'art moderne ; collection Zervos
Situé à Vézelay, le musée départemental d'art moderne ; collection Zervos fait partie du réseau des musées de France dans le Yonne. Son histoire : Legs de la collection Yvonne et Christian Zervos, éditeur, fondateur des « Cahiers d'art » : œuvres modernes et contemporaines.
Le musée est associé à Yvonne et Christian Zervos (1889-1970) ; Romain Rolland (1866 - 1944). Il se distingue par : Importante collection d'art moderne et contemporain de plus de 700 œuvres. Cabinet de travail de Romain Rolland.
Son intérêt principal : Maison de Romain Rolland avec espaces voûtés médiévaux et terrasse ouvrant sur le Morvan. Les collections permanentes relèvent de : Arts décoratifs, Art moderne et contemporain. Le musée est installé au rue Saint-Étienne à Vézelay. L'établissement existe depuis 2006.
Le musée dispose d'un site internet : www.yonne.fr/Culture-et-Vie-Locale/Sites-et-monuments/Musee-Zervos. Contact téléphonique : 03 86 32 39 26.
History
Legs de la collection Yvonne et Christian Zervos, éditeur, fondateur des « Cahiers d'art » : œuvres modernes et contemporaines.
Collection highlights
Importante collection d'art moderne et contemporain de plus de 700 œuvres. Cabinet de travail de Romain Rolland.
The building
Maison de Romain Rolland avec espaces voûtés médiévaux et terrasse ouvrant sur le Morvan.
Notable figures associated with the museum
Yvonne et Christian Zervos (1889-1970) ; Romain Rolland (1866 - 1944).
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Modern and Contemporary Art
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Located in Vézelay (Yonne), musée départemental d'art moderne ; collection Zervos 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 départemental d'art moderne ; collection Zervos cover the following fields: Arts décoratifs, 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 départemental d'art moderne ; collection Zervos is located at rue Saint-Étienne, 89450 Vézelay. 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 départemental d'art moderne ; collection Zervos is part of the cultural landscape of Vézelay and, more broadly, of the Yonne department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Vézelay 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 départemental d'art moderne ; collection Zervos 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.
See also
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
musée départemental d'art moderne ; collection Zervos is located in Vézelay, in the Yonne department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée départemental d'art moderne ; collection Zervos'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 départemental d'art moderne ; collection Zervos bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée départemental d'art moderne ; collection Zervos'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 Vézelay 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.