Decorative Arts Museum Francois Duesberg
About This Museum
Tucked away on a quiet square in Mons, the Musée François Duesberg is an absolute jewel box of a museum that feels like stepping directly into a lavish 18th-century salon. It’s not your typical stuffy art gallery; the sheer density of opulent objects is almost overwhelming, with every vitrine glittering with gold and precision. You'll find an astonishing collection focused on the Consulate and Empire periods, a time when craftsmanship was king. The intimate scale means you can absorb every intricate detail without feeling rushed, making it a perfect, decadent escape for anyone with a love for the finer things.
Collection Highlights
The museum's heart is its breathtaking array of gilt-bronze mantel clocks and intricate automata, each one more fantastical than the last. Alongside these timepieces, you'll discover exquisite porcelain from Sèvres and Meissen, delicate gold snuffboxes, and rare historic jewelry that shimmers under the soft light.
Visitor Information
It's surprisingly intimate and rarely crowded, so you can enjoy a peaceful, personal encounter with these treasures. Just double-check their opening hours before you go, as it’s run by passionate experts and keeps unique visiting times.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautiful, refined neoclassical building that perfectly complements the elegance of the collections inside.
Contact & Location
Address: Musée François Duesberg, 12, Square Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Faubourg du Parc, Mons, Hainaut, Wallonie, 7000, België / Belgique / Belgien
Phone: +32 65 36 31 64
Website: Visit Website
