Why Visit Rodin Museum?
Things To See At Rodin Museum
Feel excited as you get a chance to take a look at paintings by Vincent Van Gogh and Claude Monet at Rodin Museum. Get the opportunity to take a look at Monet’s Belle-Île which had become a part of Rodin’s personal collection, when the two friends exchanged their works of art. With Vincent Van Gogh, Rodin shared a love of Japanese art and had Van Gogh’s Pere Tanguy in his collection.
Auguste Rodin's drawings collections housed in Rodin Museums included extreme body positions of mainly feminine figures such as dancers, circus performers and music artists. Observe that his drawings are made by watercolors using soft tones. Some of his well-known drawings include two semi-reclining female nudes and a Battle between a man and a reptile.
The antiques of Rodin Museum Paris include the private collection of artworks of Rodin. You will be able to see in this collection - Fragments of a stela: a family group with a seated woman, a Headless Figure of Hercules, a Statue of King Ptolemy III Euergetes I, etc. While some of the artworks left an impression on Rodin, others reminded him of other well-known works.
Take a look at the sculptures created by Rodin such as The Walking Man, The Kiss, The Gates Of Hell, The Thinker, The Age of Bronze, The Tower of Work, Hylas and the Nymphs, and Adam. All these sculptures are reflective of themes such as soft focussed, assemblage, human emotions, sensuality, etc.
Rodin’s collection of photographs included the ones titled the Man with a Broken Nose, The Awakening by Edward Steichen, the Bust of Bellone by Charles Michele, The portrait of Camille Claudel by Cesar etc. The French artist used photography to judge his works and make necessary changes. You can see the evidence of it in the Young Girl embraced by a Marble Ghost.
Walk into the Camille Claudel Room of Rodin Museum where the works of Camille Claudel, a young artist have been displayed. The lady was Rodin’s pupil and later his muse and mistress and shared his love for sculpture. Take a look at her technical expertise and fluidity in the form of her sculptures such as Portrait of Rodin, The Waltz, The Gossips or Women Chatting, etc.
Plan Your Visit To Rodin Museum
Timings:
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10 AM to 6:30 PM (Closed on Monday)
Last Entry: 5:45 PM
Blackout dates: January 1, May 1, and December 25. On December 24 and 31, the museum closes at 4 p.m.
Duration: Around 2-3 hours
Address:
77 Rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris, France
How To Reach
- By Metro: Catch a Metro Line 13 from the Charles De Gaulle Airport in Paris to get to the Varenne Metro station or Invalides Metro Station and walk to reach Rodin Museum.
- By Bus: Take a combination of metro and buses to reach the Rodin Museum from Charles de Gaulle. Bus numbers 69, 82, 87, and 92 will stop near the museum.
- By Car: Take the hour-long drive by car from the airport to reach Rodin Museum via the A1 route. Use the public parking space at Boulevard des Invalides to park your car.
Best time to visit:
The best time to visit Rodin Museum is during mid-May, when you can see beautiful roses blooming in the Museum Garden. You can plan a morning visit to spend more time admiring the museum.
You can also Book:
If you are buying tickets in person, you will need to reach the ticket office by 5:30 pm (last entry).
Those visiting on the first Sunday of the month, from October to March can enter the Rodin Museum Paris for free.
You may not be allowed to take photographs of all the exhibits. For a few ones, you might even have to deposit your camera. Also, flash photography is not allowed inside the museum.
Wear comfortable shoes as you will need to walk across the vast area of the museum.
If you are visiting in winter, you will find the sculpture garden to be closing at nightfall. This is because of safety reasons.
Interesting Facts About The Rodin Museum
Although the actual building housing the Rodin Museum opened around the 1700s, it was not opened to the public till 1919.
The Rodin Museum Paris is located at its two sites - Hotel Biron and Villa des Brilliants at Meudon, Hauts-de-Seine.
The museum is one of the few museums which is dedicated to the world of only one artist. You will find this museum to be showcasing mainly the work of Auguste Rodin.
Some of the famous exhibits which you must be on the lookout for include Adam and Eve, The Thinker, the Age of Adam, The Balzac, Man with a Broken Nose, The Burghers of Calais and Ugolino.
Historical records say that Auguste Rodin created and recreated several of his artworks as per the instructions of the French Government, utilizing the basement of Hotel Biron for working.
Later he donated all his artwork to the building on the condition that the place is turned into a museum showcasing his work.
Rodin Museum FAQ's
What is the Rodin Museum Famous for?
The enchanting Rodin Museum is famous for numerous sculptures, paintings, and other artwork by the renowned French artist Auguste Rodin. While visiting the museum, you will be able to take a look at some of the famous works such as The Thinker, Gates of hell, the Kiss and others.
What Day is the Rodin Museum Closed?
The Rodin Museum is closed on Mondays. The museum is also closed on January 1, May 1, and December 25. Also on December 24 and 31, the museum closes at 4 p.m.
What is the best way to buy Rodin Museum tickets?
It is advisable to buy the Rodin Museum tickets online as it will save your time and be more hassle-free. You will be able to avoid long queues at the ticket counter and will be able to ensure getting your desired slot. Plan your visit and book your tickets in advance, availing of attractive discounts.
What can I see at Rodin Museum Paris?
You will be able to see all the works of the renowned French artist, Auguste Rodin, including his paintings, sculptures, ceramics, prints and archives, at Rodin Museum Paris. Stroll across the place to take a look at 8,000 drawings, 6,600 sculptures,25,000 old photographs, and 7,000 other works of art. You will also be able to admire the works of other artists whose art pieces were collected by Rodin himself. This includes work by other French artists like Jules Daloue and Alexandre Flaguiere, Jean-Paul Laurens, Dante and Baudelaire.
What are the Rodin Museum timings?
The Rodin Museum Paris is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 AM to 6:30 PM. The last entry inside the museum is at 5:45 pm. It is closed on Monday as well as on January 1, May 1, and December 25. If you visit on December 24 and 31, you will need to complete your tour of the museum by 4 pm.
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