{"id":10699,"date":"2024-03-25T10:17:06","date_gmt":"2024-03-25T09:17:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/provencelovers.fr\/visit-musee-annonciade-saint-tropez\/"},"modified":"2024-03-25T11:54:39","modified_gmt":"2024-03-25T10:54:39","slug":"visit-museum-annonciade-saint-tropez","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/provencelovers.fr\/en\/visit-museum-annonciade-saint-tropez\/","title":{"rendered":"Annonciade Museum (Saint-Tropez): visit + photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We recommend a visit to the Mus\u00e9e de l’Annonciade<\/strong> during your stay in Saint-Tropez<\/strong>. A former 16th-century chapel, it houses a collection that we really enjoyed, mainly devoted to paintings from the pointillist, nabis and fauve<\/strong> movements.<\/p>\n\n

Check out our useful tips and photos <\/strong>to help you plan your visit and have a great time!<\/p>\n\n

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This guide is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Is a visit to the Annonciade Museum worthwhile?<\/h2>\n\n

Yes, the Annonciade Museum is well worth a visit. It is housed in a former chapel dating back to 1548. It’s one of the best activities in town!<\/a><\/p>\n\n

In our opinion, it’s worth discovering the museum’s collection of modern art. It includes works by Pointillist, Fauvist and Nabis painters.<\/p>\n\n

This immersion in the region’s artistic history enabled us to admire masterpieces by such greats as Signac, Matisse, Bonnard and many others. To learn more about these renowned artists inspired by Saint-Tropez, opt for a guided tour with a local – see photos, photos and availability<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

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What you can see<\/h2>\n\n

The architecture of the Chapelle de Notre-Dame de l’Annonciade<\/h3>\n\n
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Even before entering the building, we were captivated by the pink fa\u00e7ade of the former chapel. It was built by the P\u00e9nitents blancs brotherhood around 1548. During the French Revolution, it was sold as national property. The bell tower was demolished in 1829 and replaced by a new storey. It was used for other purposes in the early 20th century, before passing into the hands of collector and patron Georges Grammont. He transformed the site into one of France’s first modern art museums.<\/p>\n\n

A curvaceous, colorful interior<\/h3>\n\n
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As we entered the museum, we were greeted by a veritable explosion of color. The brightly-colored walls brightened up our visit. They highlighted the works on display, respecting a skilful balance of contrast and light.<\/p>\n\n

From inside the building, we could imagine the configuration of the former chapel thanks to the vaulted arches. In 1937, the first floor was renovated. Later, between 1951 and 1955, architect Louis S\u00fce<\/a> restored the entire building. The museum is resolutely modern and Proven\u00e7al in style!<\/p>\n\n

Pierre Bonnard’s inspiring paintings<\/h3>\n\n
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In our photo, you can see the painting La route rose<\/em> dating from 1934. She transported us to a colorful, typically Proven\u00e7al street!<\/p>\n\n

We were delighted to contemplate Pierre Bonnard’s bright and cheerful paintings. They capture all the beauty of the C\u00f4te d’Azur. While discovering his works, we immersed ourselves in the creative universe of this artist, who is greatly inspired by the landscapes of the South of France.<\/p>\n\n

Are you passionate about this artist? We recommend that you read our article on the Mus\u00e9e Bonnard in Le Cannet!<\/a><\/p>\n\n

The inscription on the wall bears witness to the history of the site<\/h3>\n\n
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A few lines are engraved on the wall of the museum to recall Georges Grammont’s key role in the rehabilitation of the former chapel. It was he who gave the place a new direction: modern art.<\/p>\n\n

At his own expense, he began transforming the building in order to exhibit his own pieces. He then donated the most important works in his collection to the town of Saint-Tropez. We wanted to thank him for them, because they made us travel! The museum was inaugurated on August 7, 1955.<\/p>\n\n

Paul Signac’s poetic works<\/h3>\n\n
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The museum highlights Saint-Tropez’s key role in the avant-garde pictorial movement of the early 20th century. Paul Signac<\/a> fell under the spell of this small fishing village and bought a house called La Hune<\/em>. He transformed it into a studio, and welcomed many artist friends.<\/p>\n\n

The painter’s oil on canvas Vue de Saint-Tropez, coucher de soleil au bois de pins<\/em> (1896) ( View of Saint-Tropez, sunset in the pinewood<\/em> ) attracted us with its blue and violet color scheme. An invitation to escape through art!<\/p>\n\n

The view from the inside window<\/h3>\n\n
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Appreciate the architecture of the former chapel by observing the view from the upstairs glass window. It’s a different perspective on the showroom, amplifying the contrast between the orange walls on the first floor and the blue walls upstairs. Incidentally, these are 2 shades that oppose each other on the colorimetric spectrum, and therefore compliment each other well. It’s a color combination we particularly like!<\/p>\n\n

The first floor and its colorful paintings<\/h3>\n\n
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Once upstairs, you’ll discover a selection of colorful paintings. Most of them are natural landscapes, which we really enjoyed. The works on display are very inspiring and relaxing. They invite contemplation. Use this time to meditate, or to awaken your creativity! Do any of you have an artistic soul?<\/p>\n\n

Annonciade Museum in Saint-Tropez: how to get there<\/h2>\n\n

Where is the museum?<\/h3>\n\n