Musée Eugene Delacroix (Art Museum)
The Musée Delacroix is dedicated to the works its namesake, the artist Eugène Delacroix
The Musée Delacroix is a museum that is dedicated solely and exclusively to the great life and times of the artist Eugène Delacroix and houses all or at the very least most of the works of his entire life. The museum is quite distinct in that the actual museum is, in fact, the last apartment that Eugene Delacroix lived in. The apartment is situated in the 6th arrondissement at 6, rue de Furstenberg, Paris, France. Delacroix moved into this apartment in 1857 and he both lived and worked there until his death in 1863.
The apartment where he spent his final few years only contains a small portion of his many art works and sketches. This apartment was on the ground floor and also features a garden where Delacroix had built a good sized artist studio so that he was able to do his work in an inspired and inspiring environment of his own creation. It is precisely within the walls of his own studio that he created and painted the various murals for the St Sulpice Church and it is in fact still possible to view these magnificent frescoes.
This is not all that there is to see in this beautiful and intimate museum. The museum often hosts other exhibitions that are also related to Delacroix's works including a number of very interesting, so called "experimental" works that Delacroix did within the photographic medium which yielded some very interesting results. It seems fitting, when viewed in retrospect, that Delacroix was meant to live out his days here in one of the most romantic squares in all of Paris as the leading romantic painter of his day and generation. All in all, a visit to this beautiful and romantic corner of Paris is well worth the effort. Just being able to see how one of Frances most beloved artists lived out his days, a true and intimate glimpse into the life of an artist is, for the true art lover, a truly priceless opportunity.
You can learn more about Eugène Delacroix and see numerous examples of his work on Artsy.
Nearby attractions: Latin Quarter and Musée Cluny
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: Yes, however entry is free on the first Sunday of every month. A full day access pass to the Louvre is also valid for the Musée Delacroix. Please see official website for further details.Musée Eugene Delacroix Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Address: 6 Rue de Furstemberg, 75006 Paris, France
Phone: 01 44 41 86 50
Official Website: Musée Eugene Delacroix
Musée Eugene Delacroix Reviews
Rated out of 5
4.1. Delacroix is best known for a single painting, Liberty Leading the People. It was an inspiration for Berthold’s Statue of Liberty. This museum is set in his former apartment/studio and features only a few dozen little known works from this artist. It was a nice break from walking the shops.
Dell Brown - a month ago
Worth a visit. Especially since it is free of charge. Not too small, not too big. The exhibition spaces are various and fit for purpose. The present exhibition (summer 2024) is about Ingres and Delacroix, their personalities and differences. Interesting and well presented also in English. Eugène Delacroix (born 1798) lived in this apartment from 1857 until his death, 1863.
Ilpo L - 3 months ago
Really enjoy the artwork of Delacroix, and was curious to see where he lived. It is a nice place with very little of the furniture. Lots of empty rooms with some of his sketches and a few paintings. His collection on the Louvre is amazing.
Tara Badrinath - a week ago
Small museum with cozy beautiful garden. I had good time thinking about many things in the garden.
Little L - a month ago
Free to visit with museum pass. Small, lovely museum. Sit in its garden and relax, paint the flowers grass etc. Must see while passingby.
Kayra Akkurt - 2 months ago
Directions
| Metro / RER Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| M4 | Saint Germain des Prés | 5 minutes |
| M10 | Mabilon | 5 minutes |
How to get to Musée Eugene Delacroix by Metro / RER
The entrance to this museum can be hard to locate as it is inside a hidden courtyard. The courtyard is located through the doors right at the corner of the 2 buildings which you see straight ahead when you click on the Toggle Street View button above the map. There is a sign on the wall next to the door.
From Metro Line 4 exit at Saint Germain des Prés Station look for the sign giving walking directions to the museum. This will direct you north on Rue Boneparte the right (East) on Rue de l'Abbaye then left (North) on Rue de Fubergrsten. The museum entrance is easy to miss. It is at the corner of the buildings on the northwest edge of the small circle (See the streetview image below.) The actual entrance to the museum is off a courtyard beyond the entrance you see from the road.
From Metro Line 10 exit at Mabilon Station and cross Rue du Four (Northwest) then Blvd Saint-Germain (North). Go left (West) up the alley on your right just past Rue de l'Echaude to Rue de l'Abbaye and go left then right (North) on Rue de Fubergrsten.
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Inside the bedroom at the Musée Delacroix in Paris cc licensed photo by DIMSFIKAS -
Entrance to Musée Delacroix from the studio garden cc licensed photo by DIMSFIKAS
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