Musée Henri Chapu
Le musée Henri Chapu se trouve à Le Mée-sur-Seine en Ile-de-France et bénéficie du label « Musée de France ». Le musée a une histoire propre : Le musée Chapu rassemble les œuvres que le sculpteur avait données en 1886 à son village natal.
Parmi ce qui distingue ce musée : Le musée présente une collection unique de plâtres de mises-aux-points et d'esquisses, ainsi que des bronzes, d'Henri Chapu. Les collections permanentes relèvent de : Beaux-arts. On trouve le musée au 937 rue Henri Chapu à Le Mée-sur-Seine.
Le site du musée est consultable à l'adresse : le-mee-sur-seine.fr/le-mee-village/une-terre-dartistes/. Téléphone : 01 64 79 77 72.
History
Le musée Chapu rassemble les œuvres que le sculpteur avait données en 1886 à son village natal.
Collection highlights
Le musée présente une collection unique de plâtres de mises-aux-points et d'esquisses, ainsi que des bronzes, d'Henri Chapu.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Beaux-Arts : Sculpture
Collection works
Adolphe Thiers
sculpture
Alexandre Dumas père
sculpture
Amphitrite
sculpture
Armand Chappée
sculpture
Cariatide
sculpture
Cariatide
sculpture
Cariatide
sculpture
Cérès rendant la vue à Triptolème
sculptureMuseums nearby
Museum presentation
Located in Le Mée-sur-Seine (Seine-et-Marne), musée Henri Chapu 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 Henri Chapu preserves collections spanning several fields: Beaux-arts. 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 Henri Chapu is located at 937 rue Henri Chapu, 77350 Le Mée-sur-Seine. 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 Henri Chapu is part of the cultural landscape of Le Mée-sur-Seine and, more broadly, of the Seine-et-Marne department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Le Mée-sur-Seine 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 Henri Chapu 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 Henri Chapu is located in Le Mée-sur-Seine, in the Seine-et-Marne department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée Henri Chapu'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 Henri Chapu bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée Henri Chapu'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 Le Mée-sur-Seine 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.