Consisting of about 100 works, this exhibition aims to offer an objective perusal of the work of the decidedly unique painter, Le Douanier Rousseau, based on a reflection on archaism. Masterpieces by Henri Rousseau from the collections of the Orsay and Orangerie Museums (from “La Charmeuse de Serpents” to “La Noce”) are confrronted by canvases on loan from prestigious international institutions. Works by Seurat, Delaunay, Kandinsky and Picasso evoke the richness of the links woven around Le Douanier Rousseau, a crucible offering an original path in the exploration of modernity. Until March 22nd to July 17th. Musée d’Orsay, 1 rue de la Légion d’Honneur, Paris 7 (01 40 49 48 14).
