Musée départemental Maurice-Denis, Art museum and garden in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France.
The Musée départemental Maurice-Denis is an art museum housed in a late 17th-century building, displaying works by Symbolist and Nabi painters in vaulted corridors. The property also includes large gardens with sculptures, old trees, and walking paths.
The building was constructed in the late 17th century at the request of Madame de Montespan and initially served as a royal hospital. The painter Maurice Denis moved there in 1914 and remained until his death.
The museum is named after Maurice Denis, a painter who made this place his home and studio. Visitors today can see how the rooms reflect his artistic life and how his works sit alongside those of his fellow artists, capturing the Symbolist movement.
A visit lets you explore both the indoor spaces and the outdoor gardens at your own pace. Guided tours for school groups and workshops throughout the year are available, giving you chances to learn more about the art and history.
The grounds contain sculptures by the renowned artist Antoine Bourdelle, discreetly placed throughout the landscape. The gardens also feature a green theater space, an alley of old lime trees, and rose beds that people often miss if they only focus on the indoor art collection.
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