Musee Matisse
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Matisse Museum: A Journey Through Art
This museum houses a rich collection of Henri Matisse's works, emphasizing developments in color and form throughout his career.
Founded in 1963, this museum is situated in a red-ochre 17th-century villa in the Cimiez quarter, serving as a tribute to Matisse's artistic evolution. It features a permanent collection of oil paintings, drawings, sculptures, and notable paper cut-outs, alongside temporary exhibitions in a modern basement space.
Unforgettable Highlights
🖼️ Explore Matisse's oil paintings, showcasing his progression from early works to late masterpieces.
✂️ View his famous paper cut-outs, representing a significant shift in his artistic expression.
🏺 Discover the elegant villa architecture surrounded by an olive garden, enhancing the museum's ambiance.
Accessible by public transport, this museum is ideal for art enthusiasts, families, and historians alike, with a mostly free entry policy.
Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Musee Matisse
17th-Century Villa
The museum is housed in a historic villa built in the 1600s, showcasing the artistic styles of that period.
Matisse's Final Resting Place
Matisse is buried in the nearby Monastère Notre Dame de Cimiez cemetery.
Diverse Art Forms
The collection includes paintings, drawings, sculptures, tapestries, and paper cut-outs.
Location
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Address
View map164 avenue des Arenes de Cimiez
Opening Hours
Friday:
10:00 AM–5:30 PM
Monday:
10:00 AM–5:30 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM–5:30 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM–5:30 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM–5:30 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM–5:30 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM–5:30 PM
Contact Information
Price
Free. Special exhibitions may have a separate fee.
Average Visit Duration
Duration: About 2 hours.
Best Time to Visit
Visit during weekday mornings (10:00 AM–12:00 PM) to avoid crowds.