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Cérès Franco Museum Opens in Former Winery in Montolieu

cultural-heritage · 2026-06-19

A museum dedicated to Brazilian collector and gallerist Cérès Franco has opened in Montolieu, a village in the Aude department of France. The museum is housed in a former wine cooperative. Franco, a specialist in popular art and outsider art, championed artists from these movements throughout her life.

Key facts

  • Cérès Franco was a Brazilian collector and gallerist.
  • She specialized in popular art and art brut.
  • A museum dedicated to her has opened in Montolieu, Aude, France.
  • The museum is located in a former wine cooperative.
  • Franco defended artists of popular and outsider art movements.

Entities

Artists

  • Cérès Franco

Locations

  • Montolieu
  • Aude
  • France

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