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Michel Lacoste's Donation to the Musee du Louvre: Precious Metalwork from Pierre Mangot to Jean-Elisee Puiforcat
26 Jun 2026 — 11 Jan 2027 at Louvre Museum
· Paris
This exhibition celebrates the generous donation of Michel Lacoste to the musee du Louvre, presenting a remarkable collection of precious metalwork spanning several centuries of French craftsmanship.
The works on display trace a rich lineage of goldsmithing and silversmithing, from the Renaissance creations of Pierre Mangot to the refined Art Deco designs of Jean-Elisee Puiforcat. Together, they offer a sweeping overview of the evolution of decorative metalwork in France, highlighting the technical mastery and artistic ambition that defined each era.
This donation enriches the Louvre's permanent holdings with exceptional pieces that illuminate the history of one of France's most prestigious decorative arts traditions.
The works on display trace a rich lineage of goldsmithing and silversmithing, from the Renaissance creations of Pierre Mangot to the refined Art Deco designs of Jean-Elisee Puiforcat. Together, they offer a sweeping overview of the evolution of decorative metalwork in France, highlighting the technical mastery and artistic ambition that defined each era.
This donation enriches the Louvre's permanent holdings with exceptional pieces that illuminate the history of one of France's most prestigious decorative arts traditions.
About the artist
Jean-Elisee Puiforcat
1897–1945 · avant-garde
Jean Elysée Puiforcat was a French silversmith, sculptor and designer. Miller's Antiques Encyclopedia calls Puiforcat the "most important French Art Deco silversmith."
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Louvre Museum
· Paris
The Louvre, or the Louvre Museum of Arts, is a national art museum in Paris, France. The Louvre, a former royal palace, is known for its collection of celebrated paintings collected by the French kings, including the Mona Lisa of Leonardo Da Vinci. The museum received 9 million visitors in 2025 and…
