Musée des ivoires d'Yvetot, Ivory art museum in Yvetot, France.
Description
The Musée des ivoires d'Yvetot is a museum housing more than 200 carved ivory pieces, including decorative objects, religious items, tobacco graters, crucifixes, and page-turners. The works span different periods and demonstrate various craftsmanship techniques and artistic approaches.
History
The collection was assembled by Louis Féron and donated to the museum in 1929, laying the foundation for the institution. It gained the musée de France designation in 2003, officially recognizing it as a significant cultural site.
Culture
The collection displays religious scenes and historical events through carved works that show what people believed and valued in earlier times. Visitors can see how artisans used their skills to tell important stories in miniature form.
Practical
The museum is currently closed for renovations, with special openings during summer months that feature works by other artists alongside the collection. Visitors should check ahead since exact opening times and access vary depending on the renovation phase.
Did you know?
The planned new exhibition layout will organize the works around three themes that illuminate different aspects of ivory craftsmanship. This reorganization will help visitors understand and experience the collection from fresh perspectives.
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