When art invites itself to the hotel, the new cultural Parisian spaces
As the new private museums, Parisian palaces treat themselves to the works of leading artists to transform their settings into cultural spaces. So Hype !
Hotel Le Bristol
First Parisian five-star to have obtained the Palace distinction, the Bristol has installed in its French style garden, Mariposas, an impressive work by Spanish artist, Manolo Valdes, created in homage to the painting Woman with a Hat by artist Henri Matisse. www.lebristolparis.com
Until the 25th of August, gourmets will be able to admire this sculpture from the three-star restaurant of Eric Frechon, Epicure. © DR
Four Seasons Hotel George V
Often considered as the best deluxe hotel of the capital, the George V has added to its Galley a superb tapestry from Flanders dating back to the first half of the 18th century, dubbed « War and Peace protecting the Arts », coming from the Leyniers workshops. www.fourseasons.com/paris
Facing Le Cinq, the triple star table of chef Christian Le Squer, the palace unveils its splendour for « tea time art ». © Grégoire Gardette
Hôtel Peninsula
The contemporary art collection that the Peninsula is offering to its guests begins in the lobby with the sculpture of Lasvit. Named Dancing Leaves, its 800 transparent sycomore leaves, in hand-blown glass, convey a feeling of harmony and balance. paris.peninsula.com
The art filed lobby will make you feel like discovering the entire art collection of the hotel. © DR
Hotel Meurice
Facing the Tuileries gardens, this deluxe cocoon, which is part of the Parisian hotel patrimony, has commissioned Ara Starck with the task of hanging under the skylight of its restaurant, Le Dali, a monumental canvas of 145 m², bringing back to life the surrealist story of the venue. www.dorchestercollection.com
Under the curtain, the fantasy filled spirit of Salvador Dali is still here, and the cuisine of Alain Ducasse is present at each table of the palace. © DR
Hotel Royal Monceau Raffles
Between Parc Monceau and the Arc de Triomphe, this glitzy palace has installed an « Art District » in its premises. Functioning as a regular gallery, this exhibition space has become a center of gravity in the artistic life of Paris. www.leroyalmonceau.com
The new rendezvous of contemporary art, the Royal Monceau welcomes artists, connoisseurs, art patrons and professionals. © DR
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