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An Englishman in Grasse


Six artists in war-time Grasse
Six significant artists took refuge in Grasse, including Sonia Delaunay, Jean Arp and Sophie Taeuber, in 1941
Dec 29, 20257 min read


Charles Nègre, Grasse's photographer-artist
One of the great pioneers of photography, Charles Nègre, was born and died in Grasse
Aug 14, 20256 min read


Renoir in Grasse
The great impressionist spent the winter months of 1900 & 1901 in Magagnosc, in the commune of Grasse
Jul 3, 20255 min read


Grasse's artists on the street
Grasse has four of its own 'lutrins' showcasing local scenes.
Apr 28, 20254 min read


Rubens in Grasse's Cathedral - a detective story?
Grasse's cathedral contains works by the great artist Rubens, but how did they get there?
Dec 7, 20246 min read


Trompe l’Oeil in Grasse
Grasse has several Trompe l’Oeil (‘tricking the eye') images, some easy to miss.
Jun 13, 20243 min read


The faces of Fragonard
The only thing in common between the perfumery and the painter is the name.
Apr 13, 20245 min read
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