Pavillon de Marsan, Palace pavilion in 1st arrondissement, France
Description
The Pavillon de Marsan sits at the northwestern corner of the Louvre complex and features a distinctive copper-winged lion crowning its southern pediment. Today it houses the Musée des Arts Décoratifs with a dedicated library available to visitors.
History
The structure was built in 1664 by Louis Le Vau and later destroyed during the Paris Commune of 1871. Its reconstruction between 1874 and 1879 gave it the appearance visitors see today.
Culture
The facade displays eight pediments with allegorical sculptures created by different artists, representing subjects like astronomy and peace. These artworks reflect 19th-century artistic ideas about knowledge and human ideals.
Practical
The building is located at the heart of Paris as part of the Louvre complex and is easily accessible by public transport. Access to the museum and its library is typically available during daytime hours, with regular opening hours to be checked.
Did you know?
The name comes from Marie Louise de Rohan, known as Madame de Marsan, who kept an apartment there in the 18th century. This historical link to a notable aristocratic figure gave the pavilion its enduring name.
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