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Expo Doisneau musée maillol

59-61 Rue de Grenelle, 75007 Paris, France

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Blandine Prevost rated 8/10

Énième expo mais toujours un plaisir d’admirer la capacité de Doisneau à saisir l’instant et le moment qui l’enchante

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8.6/10

Visitors are generally thrilled with the exhibitions at the museum, particularly praising the evocative and beautifully curated photo exhibitions of Robert Doisneau. His works, capturing the essence of Parisian life and its historical context, are a highlight. Other exhibitions, including those featuring hyperrealism and works by Nadia Léger, also receive positive mentions for their striking and emotive displays. However, some visitors felt certain exhibitions lacked a personal impact, despite appreciating the artistry.

👍 Doisneau's photography captures the essence of Parisian life.

👎 Some exhibitions may not emotionally resonate with all visitors.

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The Musée Maillol is a renowned art museum situated in the 7th arrondissement at 59–61, rue de Grenelle, Paris, France. Established in 1995 by Dina Vierny, the museum is dedicated to showcasing the works of Aristide Maillol, a celebrated French sculptor and artist. The museum is housed in the Bouchardon hotel, a mansion in Paris, and its renovation took over fifteen years. The museum offers a vast space of 4,250 m², featuring rooms dedicated to Maillol's works and permanent collections, as well as spaces for temporary exhibitions. The museum's collection includes Maillol's drawings, engravings, paintings, sculptures, decorative art, and original plaster and terracotta work. It also houses works from Vierny's private collection, including pieces by masters of French naïve art, drawings by Paul Cézanne, Edgar Degas, and others, paintings by Pierre Bonnard, and sculptures by Auguste Rodin, among others. Despite facing a crisis in 2015, the museum resumed its activities in 2016 and continues to operate under the management of Dina Vierny's heirs, with support from the Belgian cultural operator Tempora. The museum is open daily, including Tuesdays, and charges an admission fee.

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Maryline TESSIER
Maryline TESSIERrated ★ 8/10
October 13, 2025

Expo Doisneau

Julie Lopez
Julie Lopezrated ★ 9/10
October 6, 2025

Exposition photos de Robert Doisneau : superbe. Est retracé son parcours à travers son art, la photographie. Entre photos liées à l’époque du travail ouvrier chez Renault, son expérience chez Vogue et sa passion pour les portraits d’artistes tel que Picasso, nous en apprenons beaucoup sur cet homme. Les photos sont esthétiquement très belles et sont également le reflet de l’ancien Paris. Bref je recommande vivement !

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ANNE BOCQUENTINrated ★ 8/10
September 22, 2025

Expo Instants donnés de Robert Doisneau

Juliette DOUSSOT
Juliette DOUSSOTrated ★ 7/10
August 11, 2025

J’ai adoré voir l’évolution de notre société au travers des photos de Robert Doisneau. J’aurais préféré que les photos soient plus agrandies

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Maiarated ★ 7/10
July 2, 2025

Très beau et magnifique expo sur doisneau L’expo permanente un peu moins incroyable

Nadine PROVENCAL
Nadine PROVENCALrated ★ 9/10
June 28, 2025

Superbe exposition sur Doisneau. Des clichés magnifiques sur la vie à Paris d’après guerre.

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