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An Englishman in Grasse
Charles Nègre, Grasse's photographer-artist
One of the great pioneers of photography, Charles Nègre, was born and died in Grasse
Aug 146 min read
Renoir in Grasse
The great impressionist spent the winter months of 1900 & 1901 in Magagnosc, in the commune of Grasse
Jul 35 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
Admirals de Grasse & Rodney
De Grasse was the 'arbiter' of the US War of Independence. Admiral Rodney wasn't there. Maybe...
Aug 10, 20244 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
Grasse and its artists
Grasse has four of its own 'lutrins' showcasing local scenes.
Apr 28, 20243 min read
A French Vicar of Bray in Grasse
Grasse had its own Vicar of Bray. Maximin Isnard came from a well-known family here.
Apr 15, 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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