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Auguste RenoirAuguste Renoir
LimogesAuguste Renoir, an artistic icon intimately linked to our department of Haute-Vienne.
Renowned for his works emblematic of the Impressionist movement, Renoir found inspiration and fulfillment in the landscapes and culture of our region.
His connection with Limoges is deeply rooted, where he drew on the beauty of its streets and countryside to create some of his finest paintings.
Today, visitors can admire his artistic genius at the Musées des Beaux-Arts de Limoges, where his works are carefully preserved to perpetuate his legacy and impact on our community.
Discover Renoir’s soul and timeless vision through his works, which continue to inspire and amaze visitors from all over the world.
Nicolas Maury
Saint-Yrieix-la-PercheNicolas Maury, a multi-talented artist, has captivated audiences with his many facets. Originally from Haute-Vienne, a land of tradition and authenticity, he draws his inspiration from the picturesque landscapes and enchanting atmosphere of his native region, Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche.
His singing career, like a spellbinding melody, emerged as a matter of course. Nicolas Maury enchants audiences with his captivating voice, imbued with sensitivity and depth. His lyrics, imbued with emotion and poetry, resonate with the soul of Haute-Vienne, taking listeners on a timeless journey.
Nicolas Maury embodies the artistic spirit of his homeland, where tradition blends harmoniously with modernity. His musical career reflects his unwavering passion for artistic expression and his commitment to sharing his love of music with the whole world.
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Jean Baptiste Camille Corot
Corot siteIn the picturesque Glane valley, where the tumultuous waters of the river meander between the rocks, many artists have been bewitched by the magic of this exceptional landscape.
Among them, Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot stands out. According to his own notes, he found an inexhaustible source of inspiration along the banks of the Glane, where nature seemed to clothe itself in eternal beauty.
Between 1852 and 1861, Corot returned regularly during the summers to capture the splendor of these places in his works.
Today, a bronze portrait of Corot has adorned a granite block since 1904, testifying to his unbreakable bond with this land.
The Chalet Corot, which once housed his studio, was faithfully reconstructed in 2009, offering visitors the chance to plunge into the artist’s creative intimacy. This historic replica is a vibrant tribute to the importance of the Glane Valley in the work and life of one of the greatest masters of 19th-century landscape painting.
