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Henri Rousseau : L'ambition de la peinture (Musée de l'Orangerie, 2026) 1
Fine Arts Exhibition
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Henri Rousseau : L'ambition de la peinture (Musée de l'Orangerie, 2026)

Faubourg Saint-Germain

Step into the surreal, lush worlds of Henri Rousseau, the self-taught tax collector who became one of modern art's most original voices. This landmark exhibition at the Musée de l'Orangerie brings together two powerhouse collections—Paul Guillaume's and Albert Barnes's—for the first time ever, showcasing around fifty works that trace Rousseau's entire career. From his famous jungle scenes to lesser-known portraits and allegorical paintings, discover how this late-blooming artist (he started painting full-time at 49) developed his unmistakable naive style that captivated Picasso and the Paris avant-garde.

Art naïf
19th century
Jungle paintings
Self-taught artist

Tips

🎨The exhibition brings together two major collections rarely seen together — French dealer Paul Guillaume's and American Albert Barnes' — for a comprehensive view of Rousseau's work.
📅Runs until July 20, 2026 — catch it before the summer crowds or combine with a stroll through the Tuileries gardens.
🌿Don't miss his lush jungle scenes; Rousseau never actually visited a jungle, yet painted them from imagination and botanical garden visits.

Henri Rousseau : L'ambition de la peinture (Musée de l'Orangerie, 2026)

Jardin des Tuileries, 75001 Paris, France

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