Livre sous le sapin
Give more than a book.
Give a story that stays with you.
The ones that make us dream.
The ones that move us, make us think, and take us somewhere else.
The ones that have stood the test of time, and those just beginning.
This Christmas, give stories to pass on.
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The 2026 Selection
2 catalogues to revisit iconic exhibitions
First Nations Catalog
Discover the arts and cultures of the First Nations of the Northwest Coast of North America. Masks, sculptures and ceremonial objects reflect ancestral traditions shaped by spirituality, history and memory. Richly illustrated, this book explores the heritage of Indigenous peoples, their cultural legacy and the revival of contemporary artistic creation.
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Plume du Paradis Catalog
Plumes du paradis offers an exploration of the fascinating world of New Guinea’s birds of paradise, renowned for their spectacular plumage and elaborate courtship displays. Bringing together art, ornithology, ethnology and ecology, this richly illustrated book traces the global circulation of these birds and explores their place in cultures, science and our relationship with biodiversity.
Add to cartFrom the American Northwest to under the Christmas tree
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The 2026 Selection
2 books to explore history and the world differently
At the Heart of Cultural Dialogue
To mark the 20th anniversary of the musée du quai Branly – Jacques Chirac, Au cœur du dialogue des cultures invites readers to explore the richness of its collections and the diversity of cultures around the world. Through stories behind the artworks, expert perspectives and interviews with contemporary artists, this richly illustrated art book offers an insight into cultural heritage, traditions and intercultural dialogue.
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Momoko est une gourmande !
With Momoko est une gourmande !, author and illustrator Kotimi takes young readers into the heart of Japan’s year-end celebrations. Through New Year preparations, family traditions and culinary specialities, this illustrated children’s book explores Japanese customs with humour and warmth. Combining stories and recipes to make together as a family, it invites children aged 6 and up on a delicious cultural journey.
Add to cartDiscover the world from an early age
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A few words about Livre Sous le Sapin
For the past four years, the Livres sous le sapin event has brought together book lovers and publishing professionals (authors, publishers and curators) at the museum bookshop. Each year, discover their latest favourites to slip under the Christmas tree. And to keep the pleasure going, explore selections from previous years!