A Seasoned French Museum Chief Takes Over a Louvre in Crisis
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- The French government appointed Christophe Leribault, former head of the Palace of Versailles, as the new president of the Louvre following Laurence des Cars' resignation amid recent turmoil.
- Leribault inherits the challenge of stabilizing the museum after a high-profile crown jewels theft last October exposed serious security flaws.
- He will also oversee the controversial and costly 1 billion euro renovation project, which includes relocating the Mona Lisa to a separate room with a new entrance, sparking debate over its expense and impact on the historic palace layout.
- The government emphasized Leribault’s role in securing and modernizing the Louvre while continuing the "Louvre New Renaissance" initiative, highlighting his prior experience within the museum system.
- Leribault’s start date has
