PARIS, France - Main hall of Musée d'Orsay, formerly a train station (Gare d'Orsay) and now an art gallery dedicated to French art of the 1848 to 1915 period. Includes extension collection of masterpieces by painters such as Renoir, Cezanne, Monet, and Degas.
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Musée d'Orsay, Paris, Île-de-France, FranceMore information:
The Musée d'Orsay, located on the left bank of the Seine River in Paris, France, is renowned for its extensive collection of Impressionist and post-Impressionist masterpieces. The museum occupies the former Gare d'Orsay, a Beaux-Arts railway station built between 1898 and 1900. The museum's collection spans from the mid-19th to the early 20th century, featuring works by celebrated artists such as Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, and Degas. Its exhibits encompass a wide range of artistic mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography, and decorative arts. One notable feature of the Musée d'Orsay is its striking architecture. The grand, barrel-vaulted hall of the former railway station serves as the main exhibition space, with its original railway clock still intact. Apart from its permanent collection, the museum also hosts temporary exhibitions, thematic displays, and interdisciplinary events. With its rich collection and stunning architecture, the Musée d'Orsay is a significant institution in Paris's cultural landscape, offering a comprehensive insight into Western art history during a transformative period.