Musée Fernand Desmoulins
Le musée Fernand Desmoulins, à Brantôme-en-Périgord, est un établissement culturel portant le label « Musée de France » en Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Son histoire : Le musée expose les dessins et aquarelles du peintre Fernand Desmoulin, portraitiste de la Troisième République.
Gagné par la fièvre du spiritisme très en vogue à son époque, il réalisa de 1900 à 1902 une œuvre médiumnique exceptionnelle. Au travers de sa main, « l’esprit » signa successivement de trois noms différents : « L’Instituteur », « Ton Vieux Maître » et « Astarté ».
Il dispose de plusieurs atouts : Près de cent dessins mystérieux et surprenants. On peut voir aussi la reconstitution du cabinet de travail de l'artiste-médium.. Son intérêt : Abbaye bénédictine fondée au IXe siècle. Ses fonds sont consacrés à : Art moderne et contemporain.
Le musée est installé au boulevard Charlemagne à Brantôme-en-Périgord. Le site du musée est consultable à l'adresse : www.perigord-dronne-belle.fr/fr/musee-fernand-desmoulin-PCUAQU024FS00036/. Téléphone : 05 53 05 80 63.
History
Le musée expose les dessins et aquarelles du peintre Fernand Desmoulin, portraitiste de la Troisième République. Gagné par la fièvre du spiritisme très en vogue à son époque, il réalisa de 1900 à 1902 une œuvre médiumnique exceptionnelle.
Au travers de sa main, « l’esprit » signa successivement de trois noms différents : « L’Instituteur », « Ton Vieux Maître » et « Astarté ».
Collection highlights
Près de cent dessins mystérieux et surprenants. On peut voir aussi la reconstitution du cabinet de travail de l'artiste-médium...
The building
Abbaye bénédictine fondée au IXe siècle.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Antiquités étrangères : Orientales;Archéologie nationale : Préhistoire, Gallo-romain;Arts décoratifs : Céramique, Mobilier;Beaux-Arts : Dessin, Peinture, Sculpture
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Located in Brantôme-en-Périgord (Dordogne), musée Fernand Desmoulins 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
musée Fernand Desmoulins 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 Fernand Desmoulins is located at boulevard Charlemagne, 24310 Brantôme-en-Périgord. 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 Fernand Desmoulins is part of the cultural landscape of Brantôme-en-Périgord and, more broadly, of the Dordogne department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Brantôme-en-Périgord 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 Fernand Desmoulins 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 Fernand Desmoulins is located in Brantôme-en-Périgord, in the Dordogne department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée Fernand Desmoulins'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 Fernand Desmoulins bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée Fernand Desmoulins'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 Brantôme-en-Périgord 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.