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Musee d’Orsay vs. the Louvre

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Musee d'Orsay vs. the Louvre
Fun Fact – Did you know you can see the Louvre when you look through the giant clock at Musee D’Orsay??

My visit to the Musee d’Orsay was a completely different experience from my time at the Louvre. At the d’Orsay, I saw lots more quiet contemplation of the art (Renoir, Manet, Monet, Cezanne, Van Gogh and more)…. and far fewer selfies!

Renoir's "Bal du moulin de la Galette" (1876) draws viewers in at the Musee d'Orsay
Renoir’s “Bal du moulin de la Galette” (1876) draws viewers in at the Musee d’Orsay

I was filled with awe as I explored the Van Gogh room, and completely taken aback when I came to the painting of Van Gogh’s bedroom…. it actually took my breath away for a moment and even brought tears to my eyes. This was a complete surprise as it’s not even one of my favorite paintings of his! Maybe it was the culmination of seeing so much of Van Gogh’s work in one place, or maybe it was the atmosphere of awe and reverence by the other viewers, but it really got to me. I’ve never had such a strong reaction to a painting.

"La Chambre de Van Gogh à Arles", painted in 1889
“La Chambre de Van Gogh à Arles”, painted in 1889… this one really got to me!

While I loved visiting the Louvre and feel so blessed to have had that opportunity, it felt very crowded and “touristy” to me. Was it just that day and the particular crowd that was there? Who knows, but for me, I found the Musee d’Orsay to be a far more enjoyable place to experience great art.

Now, if only we could inspire future generations to find more wonder in the art itself than they do in taking selfies with it!

The only selfie's I saw at the d'Orsay were the ones painted by Van Gogh himself!
The only selfie’s I saw at the d’Orsay were the ones painted by Van Gogh himself!
Viewers contemplating Van Gogh's "La Nuit Etoilé", painted in 1888
Viewers contemplating Van Gogh’s “La Nuit Etoilé”, painted in 1888
Van Gogh's "Fritillaires Couronne Impériale Dans un Vase de Cuivre", 1887 - stunning!
Van Gogh’s “Fritillaires Couronne Impériale Dans un Vase de Cuivre”, 1887 – even more stunning in person!
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  1. Janet says

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    I was in awe when I was at d’Orsay over 30 years ago when I stepped into the room with Monet’s water Lillies. It left an impression that has never been forgotten. I agree that the Louvre was impressive but my favourite was d’Orsay. Finally returning to a Paris today. So excited to return after so many years.

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      Enjoy your time in Paris, Janet!

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