Guimet Collection

Tibetan tanka with an illustration of a relaxed Avalokite?vara. Tibetan art. FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum

Guan Yin. 10th c. - 13th c. Bodhisattva of compassion. Chinese art. Song period. Sculpture on wood. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum

Shiva Nataraja, King of Dance. 850-1100. Hindu art. Chola art. Sculpture on bronze. FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum. Proc: INDIA. TAMIL NADU

Benzaiten in a thousand-eyed pavilion. 8th c. Japanese art. Nara period. Sculpture. FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum. Proc: JAPAN

Les Rendez-vous De Madame De Z. Part I
Part I of a series of sketches which portrays two finely dressed young women conversing about a forthcoming outing to Guimet Museum. Date: circa 1901

Portrait of Emile Guimet (1836-1918). Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Emile Guimet (1836-1918). Private Collection

Eastern Gate of the Tumulus of Sanchie (b / w photo)
828631 Eastern Gate of the Tumulus of Sanchie (b/w photo) by Indian School; Musee Guimet, Paris, France; Indian, out of copyright

Paris, France - Musee Guimet and Washington Statue
Place d I鮡, Paris, France - Musee Guimet and Washington Statue Date: circa 1904

Hevajra. 18th c. Buddhist Tantric deity. Golden bronze. Tibetan art. Sculpture. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum. Proc: CHINA. TIBET

Ceremonial scene 981. Painting on silk. Chinese art. Painting. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum. Proc: CHINA. NORTH WEST. Dunhuang

Horse small statue (618-907). Chinese art. Tang period. Ceramics. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum

Beg-Tse. Tibetan art
Beg-Tse. 18th c. Golden bronze. God of War. Tibetan art. Sculpture. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum. Proc: CHINA. TIBET

Mata Hari in Profile
MATA HARI (= Eye of Dawn) (Margarete Gertrude Zelle) wearing her bejewelled headdress and costume for the sacred Brahmic Dagger Dance. Date: 1876 - 1917

A 10th century Guanyin statue display in Musee Guimet des Arts Asiatiques. Paris. France

Chinese ancient art exhibition in Musee Guimet des Arts Asiatiques. Paris. France

Ancient Cambodia stone sculptures display in Musee Guimet des Arts Asiatiques. Paris. France

The main exhibition hall of Musee Guimet des Arts Asiatiques. Paris. France

ZHAO MENGFU (1254-1322). Capture of a Horse. end 13th-beg. 14th c. Lower detail. Chinese art. Yuan period. Drawing. FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum. Proc: CHINA

God of the North. Chinese art. Ming period. China / Porcelain. FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum

Pediment. c. 967. Belonging to the temple of Banteay Srei. Stoneware. Scene of Mahabharata: the demons (asura) Sunda and Upasunda fighting over the apsara Tilottama. Khmer art. Relief on rock

Kouan-yi, Goddess of Mercy. 18th c. Chinese art. Qing period. China / Porcelain. FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum

Kouan-ti, God of War. Chinese art. Ming period. China / Porcelain. FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum

History of Banasura, son of Bali, king of demons (Histoire de B⮢ sura, fils de Bali, roi des d魯 ns). 1795. Detail. Hindu art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum

Woman Making an Offering to Brahma. 1720. Hindu art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum. Proc: INDIA. RAJASTHAN

Taoism - Exhibit in Lyon - Musee Guimet
An exhibit at the Musee Guimet in Lyon showing Chinese Taoist ceremony (China, Amoy)

Mata Hari / Dagger Dance
MATA HARI (= Eye of Dawn) (Margarete Gertrude Zelle) dances the sacred Brahmic Dagger Dance, claiming to have learnt it as a child from the priestesses of Java

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"Exploring the Eclectic Treasures of Guimet: A Journey Through Eastern Art and Culture" Step into the enchanting world of Guimet, where ancient traditions come alive through captivating artworks. Admire a Tibetan tanka, adorned with vibrant colors and depicting a serene scene that evokes relaxation and tranquility. Marvel at the divine grace of Shiva Nataraja, the King of Dance, whose rhythmic movements symbolize creation and destruction in Hindu mythology. His intricate sculpture from the 9th to 11th century showcases exquisite craftsmanship. Guan Yin, the Bodhisattva of compassion, radiates benevolence through her delicate features carved between the 10th and 13th centuries. Her presence offers solace to all who seek comfort and empathy. Enter Benzaiten's thousand-eyed pavilion from the 8th century—a sight that mesmerizes with its ethereal beauty. This Japanese goddess embodies music, arts, knowledge, and is believed to grant blessings upon those who revere her. Transport yourself to Madame De Z. 's rendezvous as you gaze upon Les Rendez-vous De Madame De Z. , Part I—an intriguing painting that hints at clandestine meetings filled with mystery and allure. Encounter Hevajra—the fierce Buddhist Tantric deity—whose golden form exudes power and wisdom. This 18th-century masterpiece invites contemplation on duality within spirituality. Discover Emile Guimet himself through an anonymous portrait capturing his essence as a visionary collector who brought these treasures together under one roof—a testament to his passion for Eastern art. Immerse yourself in history as you explore Sanchie's Tumulus Eastern Gate captured in a timeless black-and-white photograph—an architectural marvel standing strong throughout ages past. Embark on a journey across continents as Musee Guimet in Paris stands proudly alongside Washington Statue—a symbolic fusion bridging cultures between France and America—uniting art enthusiasts from around the world.