Villa Lumière

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Villa Lumière, Art Nouveau villa in Monplaisir, Lyon, France

The Villa Lumiere features ornate feminine faces adorning the entrance tympanums and glass roof, highlighting its architectural details from the early 1900s.

Between 1899 and 1902, Antoine Lumiere constructed this residence near his factories, marking the industrial success of his family's photographic business.

The villa now houses the Lumiere Museum, dedicated to cinema history and the invention of the cinematograph by Auguste and Louis Lumiere.

Located at 25 rue du Premier Film, visitors can access the villa via Metro Line D to Monplaisir station or use the Velo'v bike-sharing service.

Upon its inauguration, the villa incorporated modern amenities including an elevator, central heating, bathrooms, and telephone connections throughout the building.

Location: 8th arrondissement of Lyon

Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture

GPS coordinates: 45.74510,4.87079

Latest update: May 30, 2025 10:00

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