Row over Paris opera house ceiling reignites with lawsuit threat

A descendant of the 19th-century artist who originally painted the ceiling of Paris's Palais Garnier opera house is threatening to sue over the current coverings. The descendant claims that Marc Chagall's 1960s canvases, which were installed to replace the original fresco, should be removed. This dispute highlights the ongoing debate over the value of preserving historical artwork versus the artistic merit of later additions. The outcome could have implications for the cultural and artistic identity of the opera house.

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