A part of the studio and residence of the famous painter Delacroix, has been converted into the Delacroix Museum or the Musée National Eugène Delacroix of Paris. The museum was established for promotion of the paintings of Delacroix, as well as to maintain the condition of his house.
Delacroix Museum - a brief history
The history of the Delacroix Museum can be traced back to the days when painters Paul Signac and Maurice Denis tried to prevent the transformation of Delacroix's studio into a car parking area by founding the Society of Eugène Delacroix in 1932. The newly-formed Society first put the painter's house on rent, then tried to sell it for maintenance purposes. Unable to do so, the Society handed over the Delacroix's collection of paintings to the state of France for preserving them within a museum. The Eugène Delacroix National Museum in 1971 was thus, established in Paris.
What to see ?
The studio of Delacroix along with the dinning room, the garden and the other three rooms of his residence, namely the library, living room and the bedroom are all opened for public viewing. The collections of the Delacroix Museum, also comprises some of the furniture used by the famous painter.
Besides, a unique collection Delacroix's paintings,
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lithographs, artworks and sketches offers insight into the private life of the painter.
The important documents in the dining room can only be consulted by prior appointment. The bedroom of the artist has a collection of portraits of his family members. The living room houses the drawings made from water colors and pastel colors. Along with these drawing the beautiful Mary Magdalen in the Wilderness is also displayed here. Inside the museum, the visitors also come across three fresco paintings made by the artist for Valmont Abbey. The Museum also features easel and painting tables of the painter as well as animal, literary and ornamental drawings made in lithographs.
More Facts about Eugène Delacroix National Museum
Reaching the Eugène Delacroix Museum through metro is most convenient. Except on the Tuesdays, the Museum remains open for public viewing from 9.30 A.M. till 5 P.M. on all six days a week. The adult entrance fee is 22 FF, while visitors between 18 to 25 years age group are charged 15 FF. However, entrance for all those under 18 years is absolutely free. Group booking have to be made in advance. The museum also maintains a book shop in its premises.
The Delacroix Museum of Paris portrays the life of the famous painter, Decalorix through its exhibits relating to both his personal and professional life.
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