Musée Granet: Aix-en-Provence's Artistic Heart

The Musée Granet, nestled in Aix-en-Provence, stands as a cultural cornerstone, inviting visitors to explore a rich tapestry of art and history. Established in 1838, the museum's origins trace back to the private collections of Provence's parliament members during the 17th and 18th centuries. The museum is named after François-Marius Granet, a local painter who donated his collection to the city.The Musée Granet's collection spans various periods and styles, from the primitives and the Renaissance to modern and contemporary masterpieces. Visitors can admire major paintings by Jean-Dominique Ingres, including the monumental "Jupiter and Thetis," a self-portrait by Rembrandt, and works by Anthony van Dyck, Paul Cézanne, Alberto Giacometti, and Nicolas de Staël. The museum also houses a significant archeological collection and a notable Egyptian collection.Since 2011, the Musée Granet has been home to a selection of the Fondation Jean et Suzanne Planque collection, displayed at Granet XXe, an annex located in the Chapelle des Pénitents Blancs. This collection includes works by Degas, Renoir, Gauguin, Monet, Cézanne, Van Gogh, Picasso, Bonnard, Klee, Léger, Giacometti, and Dubuffet.The Musée Granet regularly hosts international exhibitions and offers guided tours, mediation programs, and educational activities. Audio guides are available in multiple languages, including English, German, Italian, Spanish and Japanese.