Musée du quai Branly
musée du quai Branly - Jacques-Chirac
museum for the traditional art of Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas in Paris, France
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac1:42
Welcome to the Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac, an institution that stands as a bridge between the heart of Paris and the rich cultural tapestries of Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas. Designed by the visionary…
Listen in the app2The Living Wall: A Vertical Ecosystem1:22
Before we head inside, look up at the facade facing the Seine. This is the 'Mur Végétal' or Living Wall, created by the botanist Patrick Blanc. …
Listen in the app3The Ramp and the River of Words1:23
To enter the main collection area, we must ascend a long, winding white ramp. This is a deliberate architectural choice by Jean Nouvel to act as a 'cleansing' ritual. …
Listen in the app4The Plateau: Masks and Ancestors of Oceania1:19
We begin our exploration of the collections in Oceania. Here, the museum showcases an incredible array of tribal masks from Papua New Guinea, massive carved poles, and religious objects that were once central to the spiritual…
Listen in the app5The Kimono: Evolution of a Fashion Icon1:19
In the Asian section, the museum often hosts spectacular temporary exhibitions, such as the landmark show on the Kimono. In the West, we often perceive the kimono as a 'timeless traditional costume,' but this exhibition sought to…
Listen in the app6Benin Treasures and the Question of Restitution1:23
A critical part of any analytical visit to Quai Branly is understanding the 'Benin Treasures.' These are twenty-six priceless artifacts looted nearly one hundred and thirty years ago by the French army from the Kingdom of…
Listen in the app7The Garden: A Secluded Magnolia Haven1:07
After the intensity of the galleries, the garden offers a 'sanctuary of greenery and calm.' Designed by Gilles Clément, this two-hectare space is meant to be a 'living' landscape that requires minimal human interference. It is a…
Listen in the app8Closing1:19
As we conclude our tour of the Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac, I hope you leave with a deeper appreciation for the 'invisible' cultures that have long been marginalized in the Western art canon. This museum is a work in…
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What is Musée du quai Branly?
Musée du quai Branly is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 10 min 54 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 48.8608, 2.2975 |
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