Cote d'Azur modern art gallery La Fondation Maeght in Saint Paul de Vence is one of the most notable galleries in the south of France.
The Fondation Marguerite et Aime Maeght is one of the most unique and unusual private art foundations in Europe. Established in July 1964 the founders engaged the services of architect Josep Lluis Sert who was also responsible for the creation of the Joan Miro foundation in Barcelona.
The Foundation was conceived and financed entirely by Marguerite and Aime Maeght with a view to presenting paintings, sculptures and mosaics in a fitting environment. The location of the foundation on a hillside amidst Mediterranean woodland a few hundred metres above one of the prettiest and most famous villages in France, Saint Paul de Vence, is a triumph. The environment combined with the sun and blue sky of the French Riviera bring the whole place to life.
A number of our clients who have stayed in our Cote d’azur villas have visited the Foundation Maeght and recommended it. I visited in November and was interested to see how many families with young children were enjoying visiting as well as couples.
It is not cheap to visit, 14€ per adult, 9€ for under 18’s and students, children under 10 free of charge. There is a fair sized car park by the foundation where you should be able to find a parking spot. Also there is a 5€ charge if you want to take photographs, which personally I recommend as the foundation is very photogenic. For more information see foundation-maeght.com
I enjoyed the sculptures, mosiacs and fountains in the garden most of all although the main hall inside is also quite something as the light and architecture plays a big part in the overall feel.
You will find artworks by Giacometti, Miro, Chagal, Tal-Coat, Braque, Ubac and Bury. For more photographs view our Maeght Foundation facebook photo album:
Book a villa in south of France, Provence for your next holiday and enjoy visiting the many interesting art galleries in the area. It is no accident that so many great artists lived and produced works here.
For more information on the Fondation Maeght or local attraction please call (freephone) or email and we will be pleased to assist. Use our in depth knowledge of the area during your holiday planning, we can help you choose from our longstanding, very reliable range of high quality holiday villas in the area, also explain the best travel options.