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
This museum is located in painter Eugène Delacroix's last apartment; he moved to this location on December 28, 1857, and remained until his death on August 13, 1863. It is both his home and studio. Rotating exhibits but the museum displays a lot of his work and even has one of his pallettes and some brushes. The garden in back is wonderful. Very quiet and restful. Chairs and benches are all around and it is a great spot for sitting and contemplating. There is a wonderful huge fig tree that has figs in season. Probably not there in Delacroix's time but nice to imagine it was. A great way to learn more about this important artist.
Robert Ballantyne - 5 months ago
A very worthwhile small museum in the vicinity of the St. Germain-des-Prés abbey church. The museum is basically comprised of Eugène Delacroix's apartment and separate studio building, exhibiting many of his works. The adjacent garden is a nice place to relax after the visit.
Michael Stemmeler - a month ago
Small, intimate and personal without the giant crowds of the Louvre. Well worth the visit. Tucked in the heart of the 6th, there are lots of places to explore after seeing the museum.
There are stairs to navigate and on this day the elevator was not working, but the website stated the elevator was out of service, so you can check in advance.
Leslie Anneliese - 5 months ago
A very peaceful and subtle museum to visit, located in the apartment of the artist and has a very nice garden attached to it!
Rahul Agarwal - 4 months ago
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 - 8 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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