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Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Contemporary Ceramics in Les Baux de Provence
One of the "most beautiful villages in France", Les Baux de Provence is a magnet for day-trippers in quest of a lovely setting and kitsch made-in-China souvenirs. But its forward-thinking mayor is keen to promote Les Baux as something more: a centre of art. Along with other venues all across the Alpilles, the village participates in the a-part festival of contemporary art during the summer months, but it also hosts may other exhibitions throughout the year when the coach tour parties have long since left town. The latest, opening tomorrow, is three exclusive shows of cutting-edge contemporary glass and ceramics. Click here to read more
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