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The Bateau Lavoir, the “Factory” of Montmartre

2021-10-192024-10-16 Elisabeth Perotin

The Bateau-Lavoir is one of the most famous artist residences in Paris, like was the factory in New-York. Perched on the Butte Montmartre since 1892, it has seen Pablo Picasso, Guillaume Apollinaire and Modigliani pass through its workshops. Continue reading The Bateau Lavoir, the “Factory” of Montmartre

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The upset fate of Henri Matisse

2021-10-122021-10-12 Elisabeth Perotin

A major artistic figure of the 20th century, Henri Matisse should have become a notary’s clerk. A simple attack of appendicitis gave birth to one of the greatest painters of our time. Continue reading The upset fate of Henri Matisse

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The Bateau Lavoir, the “Factory” of Montmartre

2021-05-222024-10-16 Elisabeth Perotin

The Bateau-Lavoir is one of the most famous artist residences in Paris, like was the factory in New-York. Perched on the Butte Montmartre since 1892, it has seen Pablo Picasso, Guillaume Apollinaire and Modigliani pass through its workshops. Continue reading The Bateau Lavoir, the “Factory” of Montmartre

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