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Musée des Beaux Arts

museum, Dijon, France

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The Muséee des Beaux Arts is located in Dijon, France, within the former palace of the dukes of Burgundy. This palace, largely rebuilt in the 17th and 18th centuries, now serves as the city hall and houses the museum. The museum contains significant artworks, including the magnificent tombs of the dukes of Burgundy, Philip the Bold and John the Fearless. The city of Dijon itself has a rich history, flourishing as the capital of the duchy of Burgundy and later becoming an important administrative, commercial, and tourist center. The museum's collection is part of the city's broader architectural heritage and contributes to its appeal as a tourist destination.1

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  2. Early Netherlandish art

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