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History and Development of the Louvre Museum

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Early History: The Louvre Palace was built by Philip II in the 12th-13th centuries to protect Paris
Francis I converted it into a royal residence in 1546
The building was used as a residence for artists after Louis XIV's move to Versailles
Revolutionary Period: The Louvre became a public museum during the French Revolution in 1793
Initially displayed 537 paintings and 184 objects, mostly from royal collections
Napoleon's armies brought significant art from Europe and Egypt
The museum expanded significantly under Napoleon III's rule
Modern Era: The Louvre Palace underwent major renovations under Visconti and Lefuel
The museum acquired numerous new collections during the Third Republic
The Louvre became the world's most visited museum, receiving 8.9 million visitors in 2023
The museum underwent major renovations after World War II
Collection and Exhibitions: Contains approximately 500,000 objects across eight departments
Houses notable works including Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory
The museum's collection has grown steadily through donations since 1922
The Louvre Palace is located in Paris's 1st arrondissement