Françoise Barbe-Gall

historian

Françoise Barbe-Gall is a prominent art historian and lecturer known for her engaging approach to modern and contemporary art. Having taught at the École du Louvre from 1982 to 2011, she has authored several influential books, including 'Comment regarder un tableau' and 'Comment parler d’art avec les enfants'. Barbe-Gall emphasizes the importance of contextualizing art to enhance understanding and appreciation, arguing that art education should be as fundamental as literacy. She is currently offering a course at Le Monde on how to view and interpret artworks, highlighting her belief that culture should be a fundamental part of our lives.