Musee Reattu (Reattu Museum), Arles

The Reattu Museum is renowned for its diverse collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, and photographs. The museum showcases the works of various artists, including the Arles-born painter Jacques Réattu, Picasso, and contemporary artists, while also hosting regular exhibitions of contemporary art.

The museum boasts an impressive collection of 800 paintings and drawings by Jacques Réattu. Twelve exhibition rooms are dedicated to showcasing Réattu's own works, as well as his collections, which primarily consist of 17th-century paintings. Additionally, the museum displays artworks by Réattu's friends, relatives, and collaborators. One notable piece is "The Couturiers' Workshop," painted by his uncle Antoine Raspal in the 1780s. The museum also features three rooms dedicated to Picasso, highlighting his significant artistic contributions. Furthermore, there is a room specifically dedicated to photography, displaying a wide array of photographs from various artists and periods.

The Musée Réattu's collection extends beyond traditional mediums, encompassing contemporary sculptures by artists such as César, Richier, Bourdelle, and Zadkine. It also includes modern paintings by notable artists like Dufy, Vlaminck, and Prassinos, among others. The museum's diverse collection allows visitors to explore different artistic styles and movements throughout history.

One of the museum's remarkable features is its extensive photography collection, which contained over 4,000 works in 2001. The collection began with initial donations by renowned photographers like Richard Avedon, Cecil Beaton, Man Ray, Peter Beard, Werner Bischof, Izis, William Klein, and Jean Dieuzaide. As the Rencontres d'Arles, a prestigious photography festival, took place, artists attending the event contributed their works to the museum's photography collection. This ongoing collaboration has enriched the museum's photographic exhibits, providing visitors with a comprehensive view of the art form's evolution.