Musée Charles de Bruyères

The Charles-de-Bruyères Museum is a significant cultural institution in Remiremont, Vosges. It is located in an 18th-century mansion that was bequeathed by lawyer Charles de Bruyères. Along with the mansion, Charles de Bruyères also left his collection of paintings and historical memorabilia related to the Remiremont Abbey. This collection forms the core of the museum's exhibits.

17th-century Dutch Paintings at the Museum

The Charles-de-Bruyères Museum is home to a significant collection of 17th-century Dutch paintings. This collection includes works by renowned artists such as Willem de Poorter, Rombout van Troyen, Barend Vermeer, Gillis Neyts, Gysbert Gillis d'Hondecoeter, Nicolaes Maes, and Benjamin Gerritsz Cuyp. These works represent the Golden Age of Dutch painting and are a major draw for art enthusiasts.

Local Vosges Artists at the Museum

In addition to its collection of Dutch paintings, the Charles-de-Bruyères Museum also showcases works by local Vosges artists from the 19th and 20th centuries. These include Claude Nozerine, Louis Français, and Pierre Waidmann. Their works provide a glimpse into the artistic traditions and styles of the Vosges region during these periods.