Discover our postcard depicting the Louvre Museum in France , with the famous glass pyramid in the foreground. This postcard, created on Illustrator and printed in Charente, is an invitation to explore the fascinating history of the Louvre. The Louvre Museum in France is one of the largest and most visited museums in the world. Its history begins in the 12th century when it was built as a fortress under Philip Augustus to defend Paris from invasion. In the 16th century, under Francis I, it became a royal residence, marking the beginning of its evolution into a place of culture and art.

In 1793, at the height of the French Revolution, the Louvre was transformed into a museum open to the public, displaying royal collections and property confiscated from émigrés. Today, the Louvre Museum of France houses more than 38,000 works of art, spanning the period from Antiquity to 1848. Among its treasures are Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and the Code of Hammurabi. The Louvre Pyramid, designed by architect Ieoh Ming Pei and inaugurated in 1989, has become a modern symbol of Paris, contrasting beautifully with the classical architecture of the palace. This postcard highlights this contrast by capturing the timeless beauty of the Louvre Museum of France and its pyramid. Printed in Charente, it guarantees exceptional quality and precise detail. Perfect for history, art, and architecture enthusiasts, this postcard is a great addition to any collection or a unique gift idea.

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