The Grand Palais was constructed in 1900 during one of the most spectacular World’s Fairs in Paris, which welcomed 48 million visitors. At this turn of the century, George Vuitton was in charge of organising the entire section dedicated to "Travel & Leather goods". The Louis Vuitton booth, surprisingly in the shape of a merry-go-round, presented the Maison’s most innovative luggage and elegant bags and was the centre of attention.
The thematic journey conceived and designed by Robert Carsen navigates through nine chapters, opening with the absolute symbol of Louis Vuitton: an antique
malle. An innately modern design, it foresaw what were to become the Maison’s iconic codes and epitomised Louis Vuitton’s daring spirit. The exhibition presents objects and documents from Louis Vuitton’s Heritage as well as a selection of pieces lent by the Palais Galliera, Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris. A section dedicated to Craftsmanship closes the exhibition.
CURATOR: Olivier Saillard
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR AND SET DESIGNER: Robert Carsen
Practical information :
4 december 2015 - 21 february 2016
Monday, Thursday and Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm
Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 10 am to 10 pm
Closed on Tuesdays except during school holidays
Early closing: 16 December at 4.30 pm
Early closing: 24 and 31 December at 6 pm
Closed on 25 December
School holidays:
19 December to 2 January:
Every day, including Tuesday: 9 am to 10 pm
Sunday, 3 January from 9 am to 8 pm
FREE ADMISSION
(Internet reservation fees : 1€)
Guided tour times:
Maximum of 12 people per guided tour.
times:
Monday:
10.30 am General tour
2.30 pm Louis Vuitton and Travel tour
Wednesday:
10.30 am Louis Vuitton and Art tour
2.30 pm General tour
4 pm Family tour
Thursday:
10.30 am General tour
2.30 pm Louis Vuitton expertise tour
Friday:
10.30 am Tradition and Modernity tour
2.30 pm General tour
Saturday:
10.30 am General tour
2.30 pm General tour
4 pm Family tour