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Published on 17 May 2024

The Grand Siècle Returns to Normandy’s Château de Carrouges

The Centre des Monuments Nationaux has restored a rare collection of 17th-century furnishings in the royal apartment at the Château de Carrouges, reviving...

The Grand Siècle Returns to Normandy’s Château de Carrouges - Cultural Heritage

Published on 10 May 2024

A Saber for Prince Joachim Murat, Grand Admiral of the Empire

A dazzling saber by armorer Boutet once hailed from Prince Joachim Murat's coveted weapons collection.

A Saber for Prince Joachim Murat, Grand Admiral of the Empire - Pre-sale

Published on 19 January 2024

All for One and One for All! The Musketeers' Regalia Comes to Auction

The descendants of the last captain of the Black Musketeers, the Marquis de La Grange, have kept together the regalia of the famous French company....

All for One and One for All! The Musketeers' Regalia Comes to Auction - Pre-sale

Cultural Heritage

Published on 27 October 2023

The Interrogation Scroll of the Templars: An Important Historical Source

The 1307 parchment scroll now on display at the French National Archives is the principal evidence that French King, Philip the Fair produced to pressure...

The Interrogation Scroll of the Templars: An Important Historical Source - Cultural Heritage

Published on 07 July 2023

Art Price Index: Historicism in the 19th century

Drawing inspiration from the past and reinterpreting it, craftsmen, artists and merchants created original works of art in the 19th century.

Art Price Index: Historicism in the 19th century - Market Trends

Published on 29 June 2023

The Romani Art and Culture at Mucem

Entitled “Barvalo”, which means both rich and proud in the Romani language, this exhibition required nine years of work and is the result of a collaborative...

The Romani Art and Culture at Mucem - Exhibitions

Published on 29 September 2022

Pedigree Antiquarian Books: Announcing Several Gems!

This collection of antique books from the library of the Ducs de Montmorency is largely given over to manuscripts, remarkable bookbinding skills and...

Pedigree Antiquarian Books: Announcing Several Gems! - Pre-sale

Published on 06 May 2022

Two-Day Auction Offering Abraham Lincoln’s Possessions Scored $4.26 Million

Dallas-based Heritage Auctions wrapped up its celebration of Abraham Lincoln’s 213th birthday with the "Lincoln and His Times Americana & Political...

Two-Day Auction Offering Abraham Lincoln’s Possessions Scored $4.26 Million - Market Trends

Published on 15 April 2022

Paris Under the Hammer: A Highly-Acclaimed 12th Sale

This was a fine harvest, with many pieces of the City of Paris's heritage safeguarded, now joining public institutions and private collections.

Paris Under the Hammer: A Highly-Acclaimed 12th Sale - Lots sold

Published on 16 March 2022

Should Cultural Institutions Enter the War Against Russia?

Reactions to the invasion of Ukraine are multiplying around the globe.

Should Cultural Institutions Enter the War Against Russia? - Opinion

Cultural Heritage

Published on 27 January 2022

Château of Chambord: A Wartime Shelter

The Château de Chambord is opening the first permanent exhibition on the history of the national collections between 1939 and 1945. More than just an...

Château of Chambord: A Wartime Shelter - Cultural Heritage

Published on 19 January 2022

The Directory of Art Market Players Under the Occupation is a New Digital Tool for Researchers

The Franco-German research program that focuses on the art market networks in Vichy France was established under the direction of Inès Rotermund-Reynard...

The Directory of Art Market Players Under the Occupation is a New Digital Tool for Researchers - Market Trends

Published on 19 January 2022

Indigenous Americans: From One Stereotype to Another

In Lyon, a major historical, ethnological and artistic exploration of the image of "American Indians" in Europe sheds light on the real links that have...

Indigenous Americans: From One Stereotype to Another - Exhibitions

Published on 21 October 2021

Pap Ndiaye, the Peacemaker at the Head of the Palais de la Porte-Dorée

In March, the brilliant historian and brother of writer Marie NDiaye was appointed Director of the Palais de la Porte-Dorée, which houses the National...

Pap Ndiaye, the Peacemaker at the Head of the Palais de la Porte-Dorée - Interviews

Published on 16 September 2021

A Table Commemorating the Liberation of France by the Allied Forces

Mystery shrouds this unique, previously unknown table made in 1947 to honor the Allied landings in Normandy and the liberation of France.

A Table Commemorating the Liberation of France by the Allied Forces - Pre-sale

Published on 23 August 2021

The Aristocratic Yusupov Collection Enchants Collectors

Prince and Princess Yusupov’s last mementos and those from other provenances bedazzled bidders beyond France’s borders. Imperial Russia captures the...

The Aristocratic Yusupov Collection Enchants Collectors - Lots sold

Published on 29 June 2021

Mementos of the Yusupovs: A Major Dynasty of Collectors

This final sale features a hundred paintings, objet d'art, photographs, books and furniture from the Parisian home of Prince Felix and his wife Iri...

Mementos of the Yusupovs: A Major Dynasty of Collectors - Pre-sale

Published on 18 June 2021

Signs of Old Paris on Show at the Musée Carnavalet

You need to look up to appreciate the fine collection of signs at the Musée Carnavalet, particularly the ones acquired at auction.

Signs of Old Paris on Show at the Musée Carnavalet - Market Trends

Published on 16 June 2021

Valérie Guillaume: Head of the Newly-Renovated Musée Carnavalet

Paris's oldest museum has reopened in a completely refurbished building, where the collections are now strikingly set off. For its director, both everything...

Valérie Guillaume: Head of the Newly-Renovated Musée Carnavalet - Interviews

Published on 21 May 2021

Tragic Sketch by Ary Scheffer

With this study for a large painting, Ary Scheffer illustrates a dramatic episode in the violence perpetrated against Greece in the 19th century.

Tragic Sketch by Ary Scheffer - Lots sold

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