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Exhibition 'Rouge ! Archéologie d'une couleur' at Musée Archéa traces red through history

exhibition · 2026-06-18

The exhibition 'Rouge ! Archéologie d'une couleur' at Musée Archéa in the Val-d'Oise region of France explores the color red as an archaeological object, from prehistoric cave paintings to its role as a revolutionary symbol. The show presents ochre and purple pigments across various shades, examining their historical and cultural significance. It is on view at the museum, which is located in the Val-d'Oise department.

Key facts

  • Exhibition titled 'Rouge ! Archéologie d'une couleur'
  • Hosted at Musée Archéa in Val-d'Oise, France
  • Focuses on the color red as an archaeological object
  • Covers period from prehistoric cave paintings to revolutionary symbol
  • Features ochre and purple pigments in various tones
  • Exhibition is currently on view

Entities

Institutions

  • Musée Archéa

Locations

  • Val-d'Oise
  • France

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