Built under Marie de Medicis in 1615, the Palais du Luxembourg in Paris is today the seat of the French senate. Since its construction the palace has showcased masterpieces such as Rubens's series of paintings depicting the Queen's life story (today at the Louvre). Back in 1750 the Palais du Luxembourg became the number one French museum dedicated to painting. It wasn't until the 19th century that the museum was relocated to a new building commissioned by the Senate. Today, the Musée du Luxembourg is a popular exhibition space that hosts temporary exhibitions throughout the year (Raphaël, Titian, Arcimboldo, Vlaminck…). In 2011 the museum will reopen with a new look now under management of the RMN (Association of National Museums).
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