Museum of Fine Art

The Museum of Fine Arts in Lons-le-Saunier, founded in 1817, is a recognized "Museum of France". It is located in the Jura region of Franche-Comté. This prestigious label indicates the museum's commitment to preserving, studying, and sharing its collections with the public.

Origins of the Museum of Fine Arts in Lons-le-Saunier

The Museum of Fine Arts in Lons-le-Saunier was established in 1817 within a wing of the town hall, located at Place Philibert de Chalon. The museum initially consisted of two sections and housed a collection of 350 sculptures from the 19th century.

Sculpture Collection at the Museum of Fine Arts in Lons-le-Saunier

The ground floor of the museum is primarily dedicated to the works of academic sculptor Jean-Joseph Perraud (1819-1876), who left a significant part of his creations and personal collection to the museum. In addition, the museum displays sculptures by artists such as Max Claudet, Claude Dejoux, Emmanuel Frémiet, Étienne Maurice Falconet, Louis Léopold Chambard, Victor Huguenin, Marguerite Syamour, Antoine Étex, and Jean Jules Cambos.