Toys in a baby store

A touch of high end Paris

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May 18th 2012
We began the day at Musee D’Orsee. There is a very good reason why this is such a popular tourist attraction, it is amazing if you like Impressionist and post-Impressionist art. In addition to the many familiar works by the Impressionists there were works by artists that were less well known. I had never heard of Odilon Redon and found his work captivating. He was influenced by Japanese art that ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more