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Caravaggio paintings in Paris

Italian · 1571–1610

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2 works across 1 institution

Paris's Louvre Museum holds 2 works by Caravaggio (1571–1610) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.

Caravaggio's dramatic chiaroscuro — figures emerging from deep shadow, lit as if by a single candle — is an effect that depends on scale, and his canvases are large. Standing in front of a major Caravaggio in Rome feels like an encounter rather than merely a viewing.

Louvre Museum

Paris · 2 works on display

The world's largest art museum, home to over 35,000 works from antiquity to the 19th century, housed in a former royal palace on the Seine. Allow at least half a day; the Denon Wing holds most of the painting masterpieces.

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Death of the Virgin

Death of the Virgin

Louvre Museum

c. 1603

The Fortune Teller

The Fortune Teller

Louvre Museum

c. 1594

Planning your visit to Paris

Pre-book entry to the Louvre and Musée d'Orsay, especially in summer — queues without a ticket can exceed an hour. Many Paris museums offer free entry on the first Sunday of each month. A day transport pass (carnet) is better value than buying individual Métro tickets.

Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.