Une passion chinoise, the exhibition organized at the Musée du Louvre, offers us a fascinating dive into the little-known collection ofAdolphe Thiers, journalist and politician of the XIXᵉ century. A great devotee of Chinese art, Thiers collected books, documents and objets d'art, offering a unique testimony to the aesthetics and cultural themes of imperial China. Over 170 works are on display, including porcelain, jade, lacquer and an exceptional imperial scroll, the Qingming Shanghe Tu, made for the Qianlong emperor.
The tour opens in two parts. The first portrays Adolphe Thiers, a leading political figure but also an avid collector, fascinated by Chinese art and books on the country's history.
The second, the heart of the exhibition, plunges us into the major themes of his collection: landscapes, architecture, costumes, but also spiritual traditions such as Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism.
One of the highlights of the exhibition is an exceptional Qingming Shanghe Tu imperial scroll, made for the Qianlong emperor, which illustrates with finesse the richness of Chinese art under the Qing dynasty. Thiers, a true enthusiast, collected these works while seeking to understand and share their historical and cultural context.
This exhibition is a unique opportunity to discover the often little-known treasures of the Louvre, while rediscovering Adolphe Thiers from a new angle, that of a lover of Chinese art and culture. Une passion chinoise invites us on a journey between diplomacy, art and personal passion, through objects of rare beauty and major historical importance.
To discover this exhibition, visit the Napoleon mezzanine at the Musée du Louvre between May 14 and August 25, 2025. Admission is included in the museum ticket, allowing you to explore the Louvre's other masterpieces.
Dates and Opening Time
From May 14, 2025 to August 25, 2025
Location
Louvre Museum
musée du louvre
75001 Paris 1
Access
Metro Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre
Prices
- de 18 ans, - de 26 ans UE: Free
Entrée: €22
Official website
presse.louvre.fr



















































