Guided tour: Musée Jacquemart André

Step into a world of refinement: discover the treasures of the Jacquemart-André Museum.

Explore the sumptuous atmosphere of a 19th-century Parisian mansion, home to an exceptional art collection assembled by Édouard André and Nélie Jacquemart. Admire masterpieces from the Italian Renaissance and Flemish and French masters, and immerse yourself in the private world of this passionate collector couple.

Tour details

Let yourself be guided through the richly decorated salons and elegant galleries of the Jacquemart-André Museum, a place where art and history meet. Your passionate guide will tell you the story of this visionary collector couple and reveal the secrets of the works they brought together with exquisite taste. This guided tour will allow you to:

• Admire the masters of the Italian Renaissance: Contemplate works by Botticelli, Mantegna, Bellini, and other great names from this flourishing artistic period.

• Discover Flemish and Dutch painting: Appreciate the details and light in the paintings of Rembrandt, Van Dyck, and the masters of the Dutch Golden Age.

• Explore 18th-century French painting: Be captivated by the elegance and charm of works by Fragonard, Boucher, and Watteau.

• Contemplate sculptures and objets d'art: Admire a varied collection of bronzes, tapestries, furniture, and gold and silverware that bear witness to the refinement of their era.

• Visit the Grand Salons: Soak up the sumptuous atmosphere of the dining room, music room, and study, imagining the social life of their owners.

• Discover the private apartments: Step into the private world of Édouard André and Nélie Jacquemart, discovering their bedrooms and office.

• Understand the collectors' passion: Your guide will explain how this couple assembled such a collection, their travels, and their artistic choices.

• Appreciate the architecture of the mansion: Let yourself be seduced by the elegance of the façade, the richness of the interior decorations, and the harmony of the spaces.

• Enjoy a themed tour: Follow an itinerary designed to highlight the highlights of the collection and the history of the place.

• Enjoy anecdotes and in-depth analysis: I will share fascinating details about the works and personalities that have shaped this collection.

• Ask questions to explore the aspects that interest you most and enrich your understanding of art and collecting.

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Credits :
Courtyard facade: David McSpadden from Daly City, United States — Musee Jaquemart-Andre, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons / No modifications
Winter garden - Musée Jacquemart André : Chatsam, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons / No modifications
Tapestry Room - Musée Jacquemart André : Chatsam, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons / No modifications
Portrait of Françoise-Renée de Canisy, Marquise d'Antin, by Jean-Marc Nattier: allposters.com, large image, Portrait de Françoise-Renée de Carbonnel de Canisy, marquise d'Antin, sur le site du musée Jacquemart André. Jean-Marc Nattier, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons / No modifications

The content and duration of the tour can be adapted on request!
→ Contact me with your specific requirements (e.g., stroller, wheelchair, walking difficulties) and any special requests you may have for the tour.

Please note: prices are indicative and may vary depending on the number of people, the type of audience, the language, the customization, and the duration of the tour.

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