Art). The Palais is a stark symmetrical Art Deco masterpiece overlooking the Seine and takes its name from Avenue de Tokio, which was changed to Avenue de New-York in 1945. Designed by architects Dondel, Aubert, Viard and Dastugue, it consists of two blocks linked by a colonnaded terrace looking out over the Seine. There is also an open-air café which has stunning views of the Eiffel Tower.
The building consists of two separate establishments dedicated to modern and contemporary art. The east wing belongs to the City of Paris and is home to the Musée d’Art Modern de la Ville de Paris. This is where the city’s collection of modern art is displayed. Highlights include works by Modigliani, Rouault and Matisse (with two versions of La Danse), as well as Dufy’s famous mural La Fée Electricité. The west wing of the Palais houses the Site de création contemporaine (Site of Contemporary Creation), which opened in 2002 and belongs to the state. The complex is also home to the Pavillon. Established in 2001, this is an experimental studio and laboratory space for resident artists and curators who are invited to work here.
Palais de Tokyo
Musée d’Art Modern de la Ville de Paris
Opening times: 10am–6pm Tue–Sun (to 10pm Thur)
Website:
www.mam.paris.frTel: 01. 53 67 40 00
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