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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nice (Musée des Beaux-Arts Jules Chéret) is an art museum in Nice that is housed in a Neo-renaissance mansion, the former private mansion of Russian Princess Elizaveta Vasilievna Kochubey built in 1878. Musée des Beaux-Arts Jules Chéret houses a collection of art spanning the past four centuries but focuses on works by French artists of the 19th and 20th centuries. The museum is also home to Louise Catherine Breslau's Self-Portrait Collection.

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Musée des Beaux-Arts Jules Chéret
33 Avenue des Baumettes
06000 Nice

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Opening hours

2 May to 31 October
Monday : closed
Tuesday : 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday : 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Thursday : 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday : 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday : 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday : 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The museum is closed on 1st May.

1st November to 30th April
Monday : closed
Tuesday : 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday : 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Thursday : 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday : 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The museum is closed on December 25, January 1 and Easter Sunday.

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Admission

0 – 17Free
18+€10.00
Groups 10+€8.00
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Location & Map

33 Avenue des Baumettes, Nice

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Musée des Beaux-Arts Jules Chéret Reviews

Musée des Beaux-Arts Jules Chéret has 2 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Musée des Beaux-Arts Jules Chéret in Nice, France, offers visitors a rich collection of art spanning from the 14th to the 20th century. Housed in the elegant Villa Thompson, the museum provides a pleasant and intimate setting for art appreciation. The collection includes notable works by French and Italian artists, with a particular focus on the Belle Époque period.

    Visitors often praise the museum's diverse range of paintings and sculptures, highlighting the quality of the artworks on display. The collection of Jules Chéret's works, after whom the museum is named, is particularly noteworthy and gives insight into the development of modern advertising art.

    The museum's manageable size allows for a thorough exploration without overwhelming visitors, making it an enjoyable experience for both art enthusiasts and casual visitors. Many appreciate the quiet atmosphere, which allows for contemplative viewing of the artworks.

    However, some visitors note that the museum could benefit from more comprehensive information about the artworks in languages other than French. Additionally, while the building's historical architecture adds to the charm, a few visitors mention that some areas of the museum may need updating or renovation.

    Overall, the Musée des Beaux-Arts Jules Chéret offers a well-curated collection in a charming setting, providing visitors with a good overview of French and Italian art history. Its location in Nice makes it a worthwhile stop for those interested in exploring the cultural offerings of the French Riviera.

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    Jim • Sep 30, 2021

    I was quite shocked to discover such a random and basically mediocre collection in what purports to be a national museum. The paint is flaking off the walls and ceilings and there is a general air of abandonment, though it should be said they are doing paint scrapes to research the colours for renovations. It seems odd that with so many rich people in Nice and floating past on their yachts (some of which contain better pictures that the museum) there seems to have been no attempt to engage with these people as part of an acquisitions policy. For a museum that has been in existence for almost 100 years it should have a much more extensive collection. There are about 6 beautiful pictures which make a visit worthwhile but overall a big disappointment

    Visited on Sep 27, 2021

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