Louvre (Winged Victory Staircase)

Funny Face · Filming location

Louvre (Winged Victory Staircase)

In the story · The red dress at the Winged Victory

Hepburn, in a red strapless Givenchy gown, sweeps down the Daru Staircase past the Winged Victory of Samothrace calling 'Take the picture!': the film's red-dress shot and one of the most imitated museum shots in cinema.

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The look of the scene

  • 1957 · Jo runs down the staircase past the Winged Victory in a red strapless Givenchy gown with a long chiffon stole.

    Source: D Magazine

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The ticket for the scene

Guided visit with entry: Louvre (Winged Victory Staircase)

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Where to stand for the photo

Interior. From the bottom of the Daru Staircase, look up toward the Winged Victory, centered at the top of the frame.

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Getting there

  • Address: Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris
  • Nearest metro: Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre (L1/L7)
Opening days
Closed: TuesdayHolidays and special closures: check the official website.
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We always say if it is:

  • The real filming location
  • A place standing in for it
  • Inspired by the story