“The Louvre and the Masterpiece” is presented in association with Louvre Atlanta, a collaboration
between the High Museum of Art, Atlanta, and Musée du Louvre, Paris.
Marvel at superb art objects from France’s great museum. Drawing from each collection area, this
fascinating exhibition explores why some artworks are considered masterpieces, while others are
runners-up. Feast your eyes and get art smart by looking at side-by-side comparisons of objects
spanning 4,000 years. And find out how the Louvre used science to spot a forgery in its midst. A
once-in-a-lifetime event!
Doc 6 Les nouvelles salles des arts de l'Islam au Louvre
Nouvelles salles des Arts de l'Islam, architectes Rudy Riciotti et Mario Bellini, pose de la
première pierre en 2008 pour une inauguration en 2012