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Paul Klee paintings in Paris

Swiss/German · 1879–1940

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2 works across 2 institutions

Paris holds 2 works by Paul Klee across 2 institutions, including Musée d'Orsay and Centre Georges Pompidou.

Klee was one of the most inventive artists of the early 20th century, working across painting, drawing, and printmaking with equal mastery. He taught at the Bauhaus alongside Kandinsky and his work bridges Expressionism, Cubism, and Surrealism. Born in Switzerland, he spent most of his career in Germany before returning to Bern in his final years.

Works by Paul Klee are protected by copyright — images cannot be displayed. Each result links to Wikidata, where you can find the museum's own listing for the work.

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Musée d'Orsay

Paris · 1 work on display

Housed in a spectacular Beaux-Arts railway station, the Orsay holds the world's finest collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painting, covering 1848 to 1914. The collection of Monet, Renoir, Degas, and Van Gogh is unrivalled anywhere.

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Love at First Sight

Love at First Sight

Musée d'Orsay

c. 1924

Centre Georges Pompidou

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Paris · 1 work on display

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Rhythmisches

Rhythmisches

Centre Georges Pompidou

c. 1930

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Paul Klee

Swiss/German · Expressionism / Bauhaus · 1879–1940

Klee was one of the most inventive artists of the early 20th century, working across painting, drawing, and printmaking with equal mastery. He taught at the Bauhaus alongside Kandinsky and his work bridges Expressionism, Cubism, and Surrealism. Born in Switzerland, he spent most of his career in Germany before returning to Bern in his final years.

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Frequently asked questions

How many Paul Klee paintings are on display in Paris?

Our current data shows 2 Paul Klee paintings on display in Paris, spread across the Musée d'Orsay and the Centre Georges Pompidou. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.

Which museum in Paris has the most Paul Klee paintings?

Musée d'Orsay holds the largest share, with 1 work by Paul Klee in Paris.

Where else can I see Paul Klee's paintings?

Paul Klee's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Paul Klee

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.