The Extraordinary Collection of Baron de Salis
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This exhibition at the Metz Library-Media Centre reveals to the public the extraordinary richness of the collection amassed by Baron Louis-Numa de Salis, bequeathed to the City of Metz in 1892, spanning from medieval charters and manuscripts to engravings from great Lorraine artists (Callot, Leclerc), as well as beautiful incunabula, illustrated books, and archival documents.
The exhibition focuses, after briefly recalling the context of the legacy, on describing the collector's practices and highlighting the research of the scholar from Metz, culminating in showcasing the finest treasures of the collection, including Jean Colombe's illuminations from the Book of Hours.
Additionally, the exhibition includes exceptional loans from the French National Library, the Metz Municipal Archives, and the National Academy of Metz.
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Location: Porte des Allemands
Free entry, open to all
From March 1st to May 18th, 2025
Access hours:
- Tuesday to Sunday from 2 PM to 6 PM until April 30th
- From May 2nd, 2 PM to 7 PM
Closed on public holidays
Guided tours available by registration on Saturdays March 15th, April 26th, and May 3rd.
Automatically translated from French.
Where does it take place?
Bibliothèques Médiathèques de Metz
Porte des Allemands
57000 Metz
France
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