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Museum Of Fine Arts of Quimper is a rewarding stop for art, history and curious minds. Locate it on the map, book a room nearby in a click, or add it to your travel list to build your itinerary.
About Museum Of Fine Arts of Quimper
The Museum of Fine Arts of Quimper, located in the historic city of Quimper in Brittany, France, is renowned for its impressive collection of art and artifacts. The museum's collection spans over 5000 years of history, featuring artwork and objects from the ancient world to the 20th century. The museum's collection of French faience (tin-glazed pottery) is considered one of the best in the world, and the museum also has an extensive collection of paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the present day. One of the highlights of the museum is its collection of works by the Pont-Aven School, a group of post-Impressionist artists who lived and worked in the town of Pont-Aven in Brittany. The museum also features works by renowned French artists such as Eugene Boudin, Auguste Rodin, and Maurice Denis. The Museum of Fine Arts of Quimper is housed in the Bishop's Palace, a stunning 18th-century building that overlooks the River Odet. The museum's galleries are spread over three floors, and the museum also features a lovely courtyard garden. The museum is a must-see for art lovers visiting the city of Quimper.
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