Insense at Musee Fabre sur Montpellier

For lovers of canvases and paintings of yesteryear

Very good organized museum. I had time for the modern paintings parts and was impressed by the works of painters from this area which I did not know before like Frederic Bazille or Pierre Soulages. I needed about 1.5 hours for the modern paintings part.

Very interesting and well presented.

Admission🎫: Free admission on the first Sunday of every month Experience🎨: After entering, turn left at the ticket counter ⬅️ to begin your journey into the art gallery. Start from the first floor and ascend slowly. From religious perspectives to historical figures, the painting techniques evolve. From still lifes to portraits to historical events, the clothing of the figures also changes. From afar, you can see the overall composition and color scheme of the paintings. But upon closer inspection, you can discover subtle expressions and the lines of muscle extension. Each painting can easily take up your time. Before you know it, an afternoon has passed, yet you still feel like you haven't had enough. A visit is highly recommended. Museum History🏛️: In 1825, the Montpellier painter François-Xavier Fabre donated his art collection (a large number of paintings and drawings, etc.) to his hometown of Montpellier, prompting the local city council to establish a museum dedicated to collecting and displaying these works. This is the origin of the Fabre Museum's establishment and name. Another prominent collector and donor was Alfred Bruyas (1821-1877), who donated approximately 200 paintings and drawings. The museum officially opened to the public in 1828 and underwent a major renovation in the early 21st century (2003-2007), enhancing its exhibition space and modernizing its facilities. It is currently one of the most important museums in France and Europe. P.S. A small supplement: François-Xavier Fabre, a native of Montpellier, spent most of his life in Italy (Florence). Through painting and connections, he gradually amassed a large collection of classic Italian paintings.

Rich in history, this museum, located in the heart of the magnificent city of Montpellier, offers a sincere immersion in art in its purest sense.

A cultural gem! I've been going there since I was a child, and it's always a pleasure to return, both to enjoy the temporary and permanent exhibitions! I highly recommend this museum.

I wasn't expecting to discover a museum so rich in magnificent paintings. I didn't think I'd spend two and a half hours there; I finished the top floor with my mind foggy from hunger. It's possible to leave and re-enter the museum with the same ticket, but I was afraid I wouldn't be able to find my way back to the room I'd left, given that it's a real labyrinth, full of surprises and discoveries. A very beautiful museum in a very pleasant part of the city.

Beautiful museum, much larger than it looks. Interesting permanent collection.

It's truly an exceptional museum

The museum is bigger on the inside than it is on the outside! If you love art, this is the place to be!