All that glitters is not gold... Except in the exhibition Au fil de l'or, presented at the Musée du Quai Branly, from February 11 to July 6, 2025. This major exhibition tells the story of the long love affair between this precious metal and mankind, and how it is used in the textile arts by different civilizations.
In the Maghreb, the Levant, South Asia, China and Japan... For millennia, men and women have adorned their clothes, jewelry and accessories with gold.
A precious metal often reserved for the nobility and the wealthy, gold has fascinated mankind for almost 7,000 years. The craftsmen of every civilization have sought to shape and transform gold to add it to ornaments and clothing fabrics. A symbol of wealth, elegance and refinement, often linked to divinities, gold is the star of metals.
Featuring garments and models from different eras and civilizations, the exhibition brings together fashion, history and technology. Kimonos, silks and embroideries from Morocco, festive dresses and traditional saris, embroidered costumes... These exceptional pieces reveal a wealth of information about the skills, customs and beliefs of the associated societies.
To complete this rich (no pun intended) journey, the Musée du Quai Branly has invited Chinese fashion designer Guo Pei to exhibit several of her creations. Along the way, we can admire five previously unseen pieces and nine existing costumes; works that enter into dialogue and sublimate the historical pieces presented in the exhibition.
Fashion, history, civilizations from different continents: with this exhibition, the Musée du Quai Branly is sure to please many enthusiasts!
Dates and Opening Time
From February 11, 2025 to July 6, 2025
Location
Musée du quai Branly Jacques Chirac
37 Quai Jacques Chirac
75007 Paris 7
Access
Metro line 9 "Iéna" station RER C "Pont de l'Alma" station
Prices
Tarif réduit: €11
Plein tarif: €14
Official website
www.quaibranly.fr
