Renowned temporary exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art
Until October 5, 2025, the Fontevraud Museum of Modern Art is hosting a renowned temporary exhibition dedicated to the works of Gaston Chaissac.
This summer exhibition, titled "Magical Faces: Gaston Chaissac & Others," follows in the footsteps of other iconic artists in art history such as Claude Monet, Rembrandt, and Bernard Buffet.
Don't miss this fascinating event during your stay in the Pays de la Loire region.
Magical Faces: A Captivating Dive into the World of Gaston Chaissac
Renowned for his unclassifiable style, oscillating between Art Brut and modernity, Gaston Chaissac occupies a prominent place in the history of 20th-century art.
The exhibition highlights 120 iconic works by this unique artist, as well as other major figures of modernity such as Pablo Picasso, Otto Freundlich, and Jean Dubuffet, through faces and masks.
Discover an artist with a rich imagination, capable of transforming humble materials into powerful masterpieces.
This new summer exhibition follows in the footsteps of the great figures hosted by the museum in recent years, such as Claude Monet, Rembrandt, and Bernard Buffet.
With this prestigious program, Fontevraud confirms its status as a must-see cultural destination in the Pays de la Loire region.
Located in the heart of the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud, the Museum of Modern Art benefits from an exceptional architectural setting. After admiring the "Magic Faces," take the opportunity to discover or rediscover the rest of the museum and its collection of over 800 works, including paintings, drawings, sculptures, glassware, and antiques.
📍 Address: Musée d’Art Moderne Place des Plantagenêts 49590 Fontevraud l’Abbaye
⌚ Hours: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
💶 Rates: €11 + €5 for a guided tour. Free for children under 18.
Located opposite Fontevraud Abbey, La Croix Blanche welcomes you to an exceptional setting in one of the most beautiful villages in France.
Whether you're traveling as a couple or with your family, discover a charming hotel housed in a sumptuous, characterful tuffeau stone building.
It's the ideal place to enjoy a peaceful getaway in the countryside, away from the hustle and bustle.
Enjoy the heated outdoor pool to relax before returning to your room.
Our restaurant offers bistro cuisine for lunch and dinner, featuring regional recipes such as Gouline and Crémet d'Anjou.
Book your stay at La Croix Blanche now.
This summer exhibition, titled "Magical Faces: Gaston Chaissac & Others," follows in the footsteps of other iconic artists in art history such as Claude Monet, Rembrandt, and Bernard Buffet.
Don't miss this fascinating event during your stay in the Pays de la Loire region.
Magical Faces: A Captivating Dive into the World of Gaston Chaissac
Gaston Chaissac, Art Brut in the Spotlight
Renowned for his unclassifiable style, oscillating between Art Brut and modernity, Gaston Chaissac occupies a prominent place in the history of 20th-century art.
The exhibition highlights 120 iconic works by this unique artist, as well as other major figures of modernity such as Pablo Picasso, Otto Freundlich, and Jean Dubuffet, through faces and masks.
Discover an artist with a rich imagination, capable of transforming humble materials into powerful masterpieces.
A prestigious program that follows Monet and Rembrandt
This new summer exhibition follows in the footsteps of the great figures hosted by the museum in recent years, such as Claude Monet, Rembrandt, and Bernard Buffet.
With this prestigious program, Fontevraud confirms its status as a must-see cultural destination in the Pays de la Loire region.
Located in the heart of the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud, the Museum of Modern Art benefits from an exceptional architectural setting. After admiring the "Magic Faces," take the opportunity to discover or rediscover the rest of the museum and its collection of over 800 works, including paintings, drawings, sculptures, glassware, and antiques.
Practical Information
📍 Address: Musée d’Art Moderne Place des Plantagenêts 49590 Fontevraud l’Abbaye
⌚ Hours: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
💶 Rates: €11 + €5 for a guided tour. Free for children under 18.
Book your stay at La Croix Blanche now.
Located opposite Fontevraud Abbey, La Croix Blanche welcomes you to an exceptional setting in one of the most beautiful villages in France.
Whether you're traveling as a couple or with your family, discover a charming hotel housed in a sumptuous, characterful tuffeau stone building.
It's the ideal place to enjoy a peaceful getaway in the countryside, away from the hustle and bustle.
Enjoy the heated outdoor pool to relax before returning to your room.
Our restaurant offers bistro cuisine for lunch and dinner, featuring regional recipes such as Gouline and Crémet d'Anjou.
Book your stay at La Croix Blanche now.
