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Musee De Cluny Collection

The Musee de Cluny, located in Paris, is a treasure trove of historical artifacts and architectural wonders

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: La Dame a la Licorne Tapestry Series, Brussels c1480

La Dame a la Licorne Tapestry Series, Brussels c1480. The set, on display in the Musee national du Moyen Age (former Musee de Cluny) in Paris

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Fireplace: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Ecole Champenoise (b / w photo)

Fireplace: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Ecole Champenoise (b / w photo)
6018446 Fireplace: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Ecole Champenoise (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Ecole Champenoise)

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Fireplace: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Salle De La Ferronnerie (b / w photo)

Fireplace: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Salle De La Ferronnerie (b / w photo)
6018447 Fireplace: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Salle De La Ferronnerie (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musee De Cluny, Paris)

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Fireplace: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Salle Des Emaux (b / w photo)

Fireplace: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Salle Des Emaux (b / w photo)
6018435 Fireplace: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Salle Des Emaux (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Salle Des Emaux)

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: L Empereur Julien, Musee de Cluny (colour litho)

L Empereur Julien, Musee de Cluny (colour litho)
6020720 L Empereur Julien, Musee de Cluny (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L Empereur Julien, Musee de Cluny)

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Musee de Cluny, Bouclier trouve dans la Loire (engraving)

Musee de Cluny, Bouclier trouve dans la Loire (engraving)
3644678 Musee de Cluny, Bouclier trouve dans la Loire (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musee de Cluny, Bouclier trouve dans la Loire)

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Musee de Cluny, Grande cheminee de la renaissance (engraving)

Musee de Cluny, Grande cheminee de la renaissance (engraving)
3644542 Musee de Cluny, Grande cheminee de la renaissance (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musee de Cluny, Grande cheminee de la renaissance)

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Paris: staircase of Henry II at the Musee de Cluny (colour litho)

Paris: staircase of Henry II at the Musee de Cluny (colour litho)
3622003 Paris: staircase of Henry II at the Musee de Cluny (colour litho) by Crane, Thomas (1808-59); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paris: staircase of Henry II at the Musee de Cluny)

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Paris: The man in armour at the Musee de Cluny (colour litho)

Paris: The man in armour at the Musee de Cluny (colour litho)
3622000 Paris: The man in armour at the Musee de Cluny (colour litho) by Crane, Thomas (1808-59); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paris: The man in armour at the Musee de Cluny)

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Paris, Musee de Cluny, salle Francois Premier (colour photo)

Paris, Musee de Cluny, salle Francois Premier (colour photo)
2803619 Paris, Musee de Cluny, salle Francois Premier (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paris, Musee de Cluny, salle Francois Premier)

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Hotel de Cluny, Paris, ca. 1851. Creator: Gustave Le Gray

Hotel de Cluny, Paris, ca. 1851. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Hotel de Cluny, Paris, ca. 1851

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: The Musee de Cluny (Cluny Museum), Paris, c1920

The Musee de Cluny (Cluny Museum), Paris, c1920
The Muse e de Cluny (Cluny Museum), Paris, c1920. From Paris - 48 Vues, a booklet of detachable postcard views. [A Papeghin, Paris, c1920]

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Hotel and Musee de Cluny, 1915. Artist: PH Benoist

Hotel and Musee de Cluny, 1915. Artist: PH Benoist
Hotel and Musee de Cluny, 1915. From Paris Past and Present. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1915]

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: La Dame A La Licorne, 15th century

La Dame A La Licorne, 15th century
La Dame A La Licorne, part of a tapestry series made in Brussels. Now in the Musee de Cluny, Paris, 15th century

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Relief of the Celtic god Esus, 1st century

Relief of the Celtic god Esus, 1st century
Relief of the Celtic god Esus from the Pillar of the Boatman of Paris, found in Notre Dame and from the Musee de Clunys collection, 1st century

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Depiction of Castor with a horse, 1st century

Depiction of Castor with a horse, 1st century
Depiction of Cast with a horse from the Pillar of the Boatman of Paris, found in Notre Dame and from the Musee de Clunys collection, 1st century

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Depiction of Pollux with a horse, 1st century

Depiction of Pollux with a horse, 1st century
Depiction of Pollux with a horse from the Pillar of the Boatman of Paris, found in Notre Dame and from the Musee de Clunys collection, 1st century

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Depiction of a Celtic deity, a bull with three cranes, 1st century

Depiction of a Celtic deity, a bull with three cranes, 1st century
Depiction of a Celtic deity, a bull with three cranes, from the Pillar of the Boatman of Paris, found at Notre Dame Cathedral. From the Musee de Clunys collection, 1st century

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Statue of the Roman emperor Jullan the Apostate, 4th century

Statue of the Roman emperor Jullan the Apostate, 4th century
Statue of the Roman emperor Julian the Apostate (331/332 - 26 June 363) from the Musee de Clunys collection, 4th century

Background imageMusee De Cluny Collection: Europe, France, Paris. Octagonal tower of the Musee de Cluny

Europe, France, Paris. Octagonal tower of the Musee de Cluny


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The Musee de Cluny, located in Paris, is a treasure trove of historical artifacts and architectural wonders. As you step into this magnificent museum, you are transported back in time to the medieval era. One of the highlights of the museum is its impressive collection of fireplaces. The Ecole Champenoise fireplace stands tall, showcasing intricate designs that were crafted with utmost precision. In another room, the Salle De La Ferronnerie fireplace captivates visitors with its ornate ironwork that tells tales of skilled blacksmiths from centuries ago. And then there's the Salle Des Emaux fireplace, adorned with vibrant enamel artwork that adds a touch of color to the grandeur. Amongst the many exhibits at a captivating lithograph depicting L'Empereur Julien. This colorful artwork brings to life an ancient emperor who once walked these very streets. Another engraving showcases a shield discovered in the Loire region - a testament to battles fought long ago. As you explore further, you come across engravings depicting Renaissance-era architecture such as Grande Cheminee de la Renaissance and staircase of Henry II - both exquisite craftsmanship from bygone eras. A lithograph captures an armored man standing proudly at Musee de Cluny - his presence evoking thoughts about knights and chivalry. Moving beyond artworks and artifacts, we delve into history itself with photographs capturing Hotel de Cluny throughout different periods. Gustave Le Gray's photograph from 1851 shows us how this historic building looked over a century ago while later images transport us to early 20th-century Paris where Hotel and Musee de Cluny stood side by side. The Musee de Cluny has been preserving history for generations; it continues to be a haven for those seeking knowledge about our past. With each exhibit offering glimpses into different aspects of medieval life, this museum is a must-visit for anyone fascinated by history and art.