Nadine makes woad and articles made with woad, the beautiful blue color made famous by the Picts…read more(and borrowed by Mel Gibson for "Braveheart"). She and her husband Serge share a gallery called "L'arc-en-lune" in the upper village square right beside the beautiful church of St Michel. Serge is a fine painter -- we own several of his works. Our friends have praised his strong, masculine style and wonderful sense of color. lf you go to Albi, you must see Cordes, and Nadine and Serge Raynal.

The museum located in the Palais de la Berbie. This building is use by the Bishops at the pass. Now…read moreis museum palace. This art museum is dedicated to an artist work of the painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec who was born in Albi. Many of the art works are the last painting of Henri. The artist mother donated the remaining work of Henri to the museum at 1922. This huge collection is now on display here. They include the last painting of the examination of the doctors. Henri did sketch himself in his drawings. It is interesting to see many rue de moulin painting collection. The art symbolizes the Moulin Rouge in that time. He also has some art work on circus, society, medicine, and more. Many show posters of the show have been done by him are in display. If you want to learn the poster work, you may want to visit this museum.

Museum is located in a fantastic, little city. I'm not really a fan of Lautrec's art but I sure…read moredid appreciate it and how the museum was set up for visitors. I learned a lot and left with a new appreciation for the man and the artist of his times. If you are in Albi, France..... this is a must see. Then, visit the outdoor cafes, church, and shops.