10 Artworks to See at the Louvre Museum | Behind the Masterpiece

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The Louvre is the world’s largest and most visited museum. This 60,000 square meter exhibition space holds over 35,000 pieces. The museum is a never-ending maze filled with countless works of art from all different artistic styles and historical periods. The sheer size of the Louvre's collection may be overwhelming for both art history novices and experts. To help guide your trip, here are 10 of the most important artworks to visit.

0:00 - Intro
0:46 - The Louvre Pyramid
1:54 - Mona Lisa
3:31 - Liberty Leading the People
5:09 - The Wedding at Cana
6:45 - The Winged Victory of Samothrace
8:41 - The Code of Hammurabi
10:10 - The Lamassu
11:44 - Venus de Milo
13:17 - Portrait of Madeleine
15:15 - Athanor
16:54 - Conclusion

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Solving Puzzles by Alistair Sung
Time by Dexter Britain
Flare by Chad Lawson

Translation:
French translation by Lydie Pochet

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[nbenefiel]

When I first went to the Louvre, I had my five year old daughter with me. She kept walking up to paintings saying, “ that’s a Leonardo, that’s a Donatello” people looked at her as if she was some kind of prodigy. I said softly, “ It’s Turtles”. Her kindergarten teacher used the Ninja Mutant Turtles to teach her students a love of Renaissance art.

[cymkwye]

This was randomly recommended to me and I enjoyed it immensely. The Louvre is one of those places that everyone "knows" but if you plopped me down in front of it I would have no idea where to even start. Thank you very much!

[crazymom]

I saw the Louvre in 2012 but could only stay a few hours. I promised myself I would return. In 2019, I returned to Paris with daughter and sis, but I did not want them to slog me down. They went on other activities and I spent 2 full days there and loved every minute of it. Now planning to take my grandson and want to give him videos to see before he goes so he can get the most out of it. I will send him the link

[danielkeboga]

Some of us in Africa who love art but too poor to afford to make it to Paris find this to be a great substitute. Bravo.

[garyb]

My wife and I spent 10hrs at the Louvre ! And still didn’t see everything ! Love love this place and one of m favorite places in the world

[imranahmed]

I am a painter. This video was so overwhelming. France is my dream country. I hope one day I will get the opportunity to visit louvre.

[POMARTguide]

As a Parisian student of Art History, I find your video nicely done. The masterpieces could have better explanations and some corrections but it is a good video. Thank you

[AmethystEagleWoman]

I’m an armchair traveller. I doubt I will ever get to the Louvre but love Art and culture and so this was a wonderful experience. I did not know that such grandeur and magnificence still existed! It is overwhelming even at one step removed. Thank you so much for this wonderful video. At least I have seen a few pieces it holds. What I found most interesting was the context and history you gave on each piece you discussed. You’ve inspired me to explore more and look for other videos on the Art in the Louvre as well as other art galleries.

[bobdereimer]

Excellent. There is so much to learn while on Earth.

[debrazawlocki]

Mona was impressive but Nike is breathtaking.

[ScottLaColle]

I only became interested with the Louvre museum after reading the Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown where he talked about the inverted pyramid and the Denon wing at the Louvre

[brightgoldstar]

The largest, most visited and most famous museum in the world. One of those places you have to visit at least once in your life.

[Barbara-fj]

Oh my dream was to see paris..walk in the rain and take in everything! I'm old now and can't travel so it will remain a dream.

[melindadouglas]

I’m going to the Louvre in April and have been very intimidated about where to begin. It’s overwhelming! This was very helpful as our time will be limited. Thank you.

[itsbellegonzales]

My dream museum to visit. I am a painter myself and louvre is definitely a travel destination.❤

[mspfinney]

Due to some unforeseen circumstances, I only had a little over an hour inside The Louvre in 1982. I did manage to see the Venus deMilo, the Winged Victory, the Mona Lisa and Bonaparte Crowning himself as Emperor. I wish I would have had more time, but I got to see MY highlights!

[valerielyda]

When I was a young teenager I saw the Louvre. So enchanting! Loved how you incorporated Greek classic sculpture and contemporary pieces. My gratitude for your explanations of historical aspects. Wonderful endeavor!

[cliorsminicup]

"Liberty leading the People" was restored and returned to its place at the Louvre that day! And again if you could imagine all the treasures not exhibited due to lack of space in spite of the immense Louvre, and stored in the enormous basements...

[jeffreywillstewart]

I would also add the magnificent Rubens Room. Right behind the Mona Lisa, next to the Delacroix's and the Raft of Medusa, is a room of maybe 20 huge Rubens Allegories to the glory of Marie Medici. Amazing