Contrary to the ideas of the past, we learn that the ornaments of the Empire are far from being merely symbols of political power. In fact, with 250 objects (furniture, pieces of gold and silver plate, ceramics, textiles, wallpaper, etc.) representing, among other things, the eagle, the butterfly, the crown of flowers, the swan or Psyche, the exhibition encourages us to « put aside our prejudices that are tied to Napoleonic symbols » by broaching the theme of seduction, the other aspect of power. Don’t miss the chance to discover these exceptional pieces which the Musée des Arts Décoratifs has selected from the most prestigious museums of the Paris region. Pure delight. Runs until October 5th.

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