The Fondation Maeght: Art and a Sculpture Garden near Saint-Paul-de-Vence

We came to the Mag Foundation after a visit to Saint-Paul de Vance. We especially liked the sculpture garden, where you can walk between the trees and the works, stop and look at all kinds of angles. If you are planning a visit, it is worth devoting time to the garden and not leaving it for just a short walk on the way out.

To the Mag Foundation we arrived after the visit at Saint-Paul de Vance We especially liked the sculpture garden, where you can walk between the trees and the works, stop and look at all kinds of angles. If you are planning a visit, it is worth devoting time to the garden and not leaving it for just a short spin on the way out.

The foundation was opened in 1964 at the initiative of the art dealers Emma and Marguerite Mage, who were in close contact with artists including Miro, Braque and Giacometti. The architect Joseph Luis Serrat designed the place in collaboration with artists. The structure, courtyards, and garden were designed together, so the art is also integrated into the open spaces outside the halls.

Walking in the Sculpture Garden

In the garden we saw works among the trees, alongside stone walls and open spaces. We enjoyed surrounding the sculptures and examining them from different angles. The environment affects the way each work is viewed, and walking in the garden was pleasant in itself as well.

The Miro Maze was created especially for the Foundation and combines works in ceramics, stone, and bronze. Walking between them allows them to be gradually discovered and looked at closely and from far away. Even without prior acquaintance with the artist, one can enjoy the shapes, materials, and the way the pieces fit into the garden.

And what did we think of the halls?

In the halls we felt that the display that was at the time of the visit was relatively limited, and that we did not see many works by any artist. There were interesting works, but we liked the sculpture garden more, and where we were also more delayed.

If you are coming especially for a particular artist, it is worthwhile to find out which exhibition is on display at the time of the visit. We enjoyed the combination of art and garden, so we would recommend planning the time so that you can also walk around outside without rushing.

Arrival, Tickets and Combination on a Day Trip

The foundation is located at 623 Chemin des Gardettes, outside the village. The official website has information on hours, accessibility, exhibitions, and tickets. It is recommended to check there before arrival, especially if planning to incorporate several villages on that day.Information for visitors to the Mag Foundation website.

We continued from here to Tourette-sur-Loup At the end of the day, we went back to the hotel.Le Floréal You can also dedicate a day to St. Paul and the Mage Foundation alone, leaving Gordon And you The Falls For another day, it's a good choice for those who want more time for art and less travel.

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