How does an artificer keep track of his ephemeral fireworks achievements? What indications does a jeweler have for his work? How does a painter think about his upcoming paintings? What are the hands that allow you to switch from drawing to printed engraving? The collections of the library of the National Institute of Art History (INHA) today make it possible to show the ways of creating in multiple fields, from «fine arts» (painting, sculpture, engraving) to what is today designated as «crafts» (embroidery, jewellery, fire arts, etc.). These creative practices themselves form a heritage to be documented, sometimes recognized as such, sometimes less well identified. For the European Heritage Days, the library of the National Institute of Art History offers a journey through these collections exposing the secrets of these creators.
Practical information Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 September 10h - 18h Free access
Bibliothèque de l’Institut national d’histoire de l’art – salle Labrouste Entrance: 5 rue Vivienne 75002 Paris