Rue Hégésippe Moreau

Could a street hold the soul of a forgotten poet? Here on Rue Hégesippe Moreau, the spirit of Hégesippe Moreau lingers. Rue Hégesippe Moreau, located in the 18th arrondissement of Paris, is more than just a street. It’s a whisper of a life lived with passion, hardship, and ultimately, tragedy. Rue Hégesippe Moreau begins at 15, rue Ganneron and ends at 29-33, rue Ganneron. It stretches a mere 178 meters in length and 10 meters in width. Yet, within this small space, a powerful story unfolds. The street honors the French writer, poet, and journalist, Hégesippe Moreau. He lived a short, tumultuous life, born and dying in Paris (1810-1838). This Rue Hégesippe Moreau wasn’t created all at once. The first section opened in 1889. It was initially called Villa des Beaux-Arts. This section runs between Rue Ganneron and Rue Pierre-Ginier. The second part, connecting Rue Pierre-Ginier to Rue Ganneron via Rue Étienne-Jodelle, opened in 1905. It was originally called Rue Hégesippe-Moreau-prolongée. Both sections were eventually renamed Rue Hégesippe Moreau. At number 15, Rue Hégesippe Moreau, a vibrant artistic legacy thrives. The famed painter Paul Signac had his studio here from 1889 to 1892. He even painted the portrait of Félix Fénéon here in 1890, a piece now housed in the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Later, artists Jules Pascin and Hermine David used this same studio upon their return from the United States in 1920. Louis Huvey, a painter, engraver, poster artist, and musician, also resided at number 15. Even Jean Dufy and Andrés Segovia called this creative space home at different points in time. Rue Hégesippe Moreau is a testament to the enduring power of art and literature. It’s a reminder that even in the bustling heart of a city, quiet stories of passion and perseverance can be found. The spirit of Hégesippe Moreau lives on, woven into the fabric of this street.