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Musée Estève

Museum of France
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Le musée Estève se trouve à Bourges en Centre-Val de Loire et bénéficie du label « Musée de France ».

Le parcours historique de ce musée est le suivant : 1985 : donation de 130 œuvres du peintre Maurice Estève, (peintures, aquarelles, fusains, collages, tapisseries). 1989 : donation de cinq œuvres de Maurice Estève 1997 : donation de 83 lithographies de Maurice Estève.

L'intérêt de ce musée tient à : Ancien hôtel des Echevins. Parmi ses atouts : Parcours rétrospectif de l'oeuvre du peintre Maurice Estève à travers des oeuvres datées de 1919 à 1989.

Présentation des différentes techniques pratiquées par l'artiste (peinture à l'huile, aquarelle, dessin, collage et tapisserie). Le fonds muséal s'articule autour de : Art moderne et contemporain. L'adresse exacte est : 13 rue Édouard Branly, Bourges. (18000).

Le site du musée est consultable à l'adresse : www.bourges.fr/site/musee-esteve. Téléphone : 02 48 24 75 38.

History

1985 : donation de 130 œuvres du peintre Maurice Estève, (peintures, aquarelles, fusains, collages, tapisseries). 1989 : donation de cinq œuvres de Maurice Estève 1997 : donation de 83 lithographies de Maurice Estève.

Collection highlights

Parcours rétrospectif de l'oeuvre du peintre Maurice Estève à travers des oeuvres datées de 1919 à 1989. Présentation des différentes techniques pratiquées par l'artiste (peinture à l'huile, aquarelle, dessin, collage et tapisserie).

The building

Ancien hôtel des Echevins

Protected as a Historic Monument

Domains and collections

Collection themes

Dessin, Peinture

Collection works

Museum presentation

musée Estève is a museum bearing the « Musée de France » label, located in Bourges, in the Cher department, Centre-Val de Loire region. This cultural institution preserves and showcases collections that contribute to the dissemination of the territory's artistic and historical heritage.

Open to the public, it welcomes visitors each year to its permanent and temporary exhibitions.

Collections and fields

musée Estève preserves collections spanning several fields: Art moderne et contemporain. This diversity allows visitors to explore different facets of the heritage, from ancient art to more recent creations, from everyday objects to exceptional pieces.

The collections inventory is regularly updated in accordance with the requirements of the « Musée de France » label.

Practical information

musée Estève is located at 13 rue Édouard Branly, 18000 Bourges. 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

The presence of musée Estève contributes to the cultural influence of Bourges and the Cher department. The museum maintains ties with other cultural institutions in the territory and participates in national events such as the Nuit des musées and the Journées européennes du patrimoine.

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 Estève 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 Estève is located in Bourges, in the Cher department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.

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

Part of musée Estève'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 Bourges 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.