Maître d'art
For similar honors awarded in other countries, see Living National Treasure.
Maître d'art (Master of Art) is a title awarded for life by the French Ministry of Culture to distinguished professionals from the arts and crafts, for their exceptional expertise and their ability to pass on their knowledge. This title is the French version of Intangible cultural heritages recognized by UNESCO.
France has 107 appointees since the creation of this title, of which 78 are active.
External links
- Institut National des Métiers d'Art | Les maîtres d'art
- Association des Ateliers des Maîtres d’Art et de leurs Élèves
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