The Louis Vuitton Foundation, also known as Fondation Louis Vuitton, is a contemporary art museum and cultural center located in the Bois de Boulogne Park in Paris, France. The foundation was designed by the renowned architect Frank Gehry and opened to the public in October 2014. It was commissioned by the LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton) group, a French multinational luxury goods conglomerate, to promote art and culture.
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The building itself is a striking and innovative piece of architecture, featuring a glass structure with curvilinear forms and resembles a ship's sails or an iceberg. It houses a collection of contemporary art, hosts various temporary exhibitions, and serves as a venue for cultural events and performances. The Louis Vuitton Foundation is an important cultural institution in Paris, offering visitors the opportunity to explore contemporary art in a unique and visually captivating setting.