Follow in the footsteps of the artist Cézanne in Aix-en-Provence, his charming hometown
The Art of Provence: On the eve of a major Cézanne exhibition in London, follow in the artist's footsteps and explore the picturesque town that inspired him. work by the artistMartin Symington walks a Cézanne-themed walking path in Aix-en-Provence and visits the painter's studioHe admires the view of the Montagne Sainte-Victoire, the majestic peak that features in many of his paintings
AdvertisementGosh, is this really Paul Cézanne? The post-impressionist painter stands next to the Fontaine de la Rotonde with his hat and cane, easel strapped to his back.
In a way the The life-size bronze statue of Aix-en-Provence's favorite son looks puzzled at the attention he's getting.
Next month, Cézanne will visit the Tate Modern in London in a 'unique retrospective of his life and work. I did the reverse route. In Cézanne's sun-drenched and laid-back birthplace in southern France and the surrounding regions that inspired him, I'll try to figure out what it's all about.
Gosh, is this really Paul Cézanne? The post-impressionist painter stands next to the Fontaine de la Rotonde with his hat and cane, easel strapped to his back.
In a way the The life-size bronze statue of Aix-en-Provence's favorite son looks puzzled at the attention he's getting.
Next month, Cézanne will visit the Tate Modern in London in a 'unique retrospective of his life and work. I did the reverse route. In Cézanne's sun-drenched and laid-back birthplace in southern France and the surrounding regions that inspired him, I'll try to figure out what it's all about.
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