Lyon, France

Musée sentimental

11 Sep, 2026 - 9 Mar, 2027

Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon

Musée sentimental invites you to explore how 20th and 21st-century artists have approached collecting, using three distinct collections to tell their stories. The exhibition links historical moments, like Alexandre Lenoir’s late 18th-century Musée des Monuments français, with recent projects like Daniel Spoerri’s 1977 Sentimental Museum. You’ll find a thoughtful blend of art and history highlighting the emotional side of collecting, offering a fresh view on how objects carry meaning beyond form. The show encourages you to consider the personal and cultural layers behind each piece, making it more than just a display of artworks. It’s a chance to see how artists use collections to express memory, identity, and sentiment. Whether you’re drawn to art history or curious about the stories objects tell, this exhibition offers a quiet, reflective experience that can resonate on many levels. It’s a thoughtful way to engage with art’s emotional depth while discovering connections across time.

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