Musée Pierre Corneille
Musée labellisé « Musée de France » à Rouen (Normandie), le musée Pierre Corneille est un établissement public de conservation.
En ce qui concerne l'histoire du lieu, La maison du XVIe siècle où est né Pierre Corneille, et où il a vécu, a été transformée en musée et enrichie par la donation Edouard Pelay, bibliophile rouennais. Différents meubles d'époque Louis XIII ont été achetés par la ville de Rouen.
Ce qui fait l'intérêt de cet établissement : Maison du XVIe siècle. Ses atouts principaux : Dessins et gravures relatifs à sa vie, on y voit son cabinet de travail, sa bibliothèque contenant les premières éditions de ses œuvres.
En outre, des maquettes de la place du Vieux-Marché telle qu'elle se présentait aux XVIe et XVIIe siècle ainsi que des panneaux montre son évolution. Le musée est en lien avec Pierre Corneille (1606 - 1684). Le musée conserve des collections dans les domaines : Arts décoratifs, Littérature.
L'adresse du musée est : 4 rue de la pie, Rouen. Code postal : 76000. Le musée dispose d'un site internet : museepierrecorneille.fr/fr. Contact téléphonique : 02 35 71 63 92.
History
La maison du XVIe siècle où est né Pierre Corneille, et où il a vécu, a été transformée en musée et enrichie par la donation Edouard Pelay, bibliophile rouennais. Différents meubles d'époque Louis XIII ont été achetés par la ville de Rouen.
Collection highlights
Dessins et gravures relatifs à sa vie, on y voit son cabinet de travail, sa bibliothèque contenant les premières éditions de ses œuvres. En outre, des maquettes de la place du Vieux-Marché telle qu'elle se présentait aux XVIe et XVIIe siècle ainsi que des panneaux montre son évolution.
The building
Maison du XVIe siècle.
Notable figures associated with the museum
Pierre Corneille (1606 - 1684).
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Autres collections : Fonds ancien d imprimés;Histoire : Biographie
Collection works
Buste de Pierre Corneille
sculpture
Buste de Pierre Corneille
sculptureBuste de Pierre Corneille (Terre cuite.)
sculpture
Charlotte Corday
estampe, histoire
Charlotte Corday au tribunal révolutionnaire
estampe, histoireCharlotte Corday et Fualdès
imprimé, histoire
Charlotte Corday, âgée de 25 ans
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Museum presentation
Situated in Rouen, in the heart of the Seine-Maritime department, musée Pierre Corneille 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 Pierre Corneille cover the following fields: Arts décoratifs, Littérature. 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 Pierre Corneille is located at 4 rue de la pie, 76000 Rouen. 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 Pierre Corneille is part of the cultural landscape of Rouen and, more broadly, of the Seine-Maritime department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Rouen 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 Pierre Corneille 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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- PENLOUP Dominique
- WALTNER Charles;HAUER Jean-Jacques (d'après)
- MARCKL Louis (dessinateur);LANGLOIS Ph (graveur)
- SICOTIERE L de la;GALINI (éditeur)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
musée Pierre Corneille is located in Rouen, in the Seine-Maritime department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée Pierre Corneille'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 Pierre Corneille bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée Pierre Corneille'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 Rouen 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.