Museum of Fine Art and Lace, Calais
Calais' marvellous museum.
For a cultivating trip to northern France why not stop off at the Museum of Fine Art and Lace in Calais?
Concentrating on 19th and 20th century sculpture and paper designs by artists such as Gonzales and Carpeaux, there is plenty for art aficionados of all kinds to see.
In addition there are a number of works by famed painter Pablo Picasso such as The Old Man and Women's Face.
Visitors also get the chance to trace the development of Roding's Six Bourgeoises of Calais sculpture from its first planning stages right through to the final design. The completed statue currently stands outside Calais Town Hall.
Meanwhile, the museum features more than 400,000 pieces of lace, with visitors also having the chance to view the early machines that were smuggled from England to help create the industry.
So as soon as you hop off the ferry for a holiday in France why not immerse yourself in Calais culture at the Museum of Fine Art and Lace?
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29.06.2007.