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L'équipe de guides
Paris 13th district (75)
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The enclos des Gobelins, located in the 13th arrondissement of Paris and listed as a historic monument, was created in the 17th century at the instigation of Henri IV. The Gobelins, Beauvais and Savonnerie factories are three of France's leading tapestry and carpet manufacturers, dedicated to supplying tapestries and carpets to the official palaces of the Republic.
Guided tour - 1h30 - Entrance ticket included - Indoors
On this tour, your guide will take you behind the scenes of the liciers' workshops. Visit two of the three workshops still in operation and discover the precision and meticulousness with which the art technicians work, those who fashion monumental works after models by contemporary artists and reproduce the finest works for official palaces.
Tour highlights :
A unique tour that lifts the veil on a craft that transforms the hand of man into that of an artist.
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We really enjoyed this walk/lecture, with a top-quality speaker on a subject little-known to the general public. To be repeated if the opportunity arises! Thanks to Funbooker and to those who offered us this tour.
JJ & Nicole,
7 nov 2024
Very well commented visit with a fascinating and passionate guide who knew her subject perfectly. Very attentive and pleasant, she was happy to answer any questions.
Estelle ,
21 apr 2024
Excellent visit, too bad the rain spoiled the outdoor explanations.
Christian,
22 feb 2024
Very good visit remarkable guide
Joelle,
29 nov 2023
A very interesting visit, which allows visitors to see the different workshops and gain a better understanding of the licorier's craft.
Chloé ,
17 aug 2023
Address:
Meet at the Galerie des Gobelins reception desk, 42 avenue des Gobelins, 75013 Paris
How to get there :
- Metro 7: Les Gobelins
