Villa Noailles
Villa designed by Robert Mallet-Stevens for the patrons Charles and Marie-Laure de Noailles, this art centre is focused on fashion, design, architecture and photography and holds a permanent exhibition on the history of the place.
Villa designed by Robert Mallet-Stevens for the patrons Charles and Marie-Laure de Noailles, this art centre is focused on fashion, design, architecture and photography and holds a permanent exhibition on the history of the place.
Programme
Marie Laure de Noailles, painter
In continuation of the celebrations of the Centenary of Villa Noailles and the centenary year of the Surrealist manifesto, this exhibition proposes to explore a lesser-known aspect of Marie-Laure de Noailles' life. Renowned patron, muse, fashion icon, socialite, writer, and poetess, she nonetheless identifies herself as an artist.
This exhibition will unfold in two parts: this winter 2024, the presentation of Marie-Laure de Noailles' work as a painter, and this summer, the selection of works from the exhibition "Marie Laure, painter." will be enriched by "Conversation," a subjective selection of works by artists from her era, who may or may not have influenced her work. Among them are Dora Maar, Salvador Dalí, Oscar Dominguez, Max Ernst, Georges Hugnet, Léonor Fini, Maurice Henry, Valentine Hugo, Jacqueline Lamba, Meret Oppenheim, Francis Picabia, Dorothea Tanning, Yves Tanguy, and Toyen.
Marie Laure de Noailles, painter. Part 2: "Conversation" : From June 28th to January 12th 2025
Arrangements 1993—2023, Nathalie du Pasquier
Venue : Hôtel des Arts Métropole Toulon Provence Méditerranée, 236 Boulevard Général Leclerc, 83000 Toulon
Arrangements 1993-2023 is an exhibition focused on drawings and works on paper made by Nathalie Du Pasquier spanning three decades. While for many artists drawing is primarily understood as a testing ground or blueprint for paintings, in NDP’s case the works on paper are works that stand alone.NDP is averse to linear time and has again chosen to present the works without any chronological or thematic criteria. The show is conceived an archipelago of compositions obtained by juxtaposing drawings that, though born as only children, find themselves coexisting in extended families that enhance their meaning.
She pulled works on paper in different formats out of her drawers, some done in ink, others in colored pencil, and some others in brush, black or color.
The exhibition will also be an opportunity to explore the documentary film “Portrait of my sister as an artist,” which Judith Du Pasquier dedicated to her sister in 2021.
Living with the sea, Jacques Rougerie
En 2024, la villa Noailles traite de l’influence de la mer sur l’architecture en consacrant une exposition monographique à Jacques Rougerie, architecte français de renommée mondiale, académicien, spécialisé dans le domaine des habitats marins, sous-marins et littoraux. Il y a 3,8 milliards d’années la vie a commencé sous l’eau. Jacques Rougerie nous invite à y retourner.
L’exposition présente de nombreux dessins originaux provenant des archives personnelles de Jacques Rougerie, certains présentés pour la première fois, ainsi qu’une collection de ses maquettes dont celle d’un village sous-marin empruntée aux collections du Centre Pompidou. Par ailleurs, l’habitat sous-marin Aquabulle, qui a été expérimenté à de nombreuses reprises en Méditerranée, notamment au large de Hyères, est présenté sur le parvis de la villa Noailles.
Design Parade Hyères - 17th international design festival
Venue: Villa Noailles
Created in 2006, with as godmother Andrée Putman, the Design Parade Hyères festival aims to share with the public and the professionals the contemporary creation in the field of design. As major point, the competition presents ten young designers every year offering them a unique visibility and support.
President of the jury and guest of honour: Fabien Cappello.
Design Parade Toulon - 8th international interior design festival
Venue: Hôtel des Arts, Toulon
Ten year after its older festival, launched in 2016, with as godfather Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Design Parade Toulon follows the same goals. Devoted to interior design, it is the first competition and festival of its kind in France.
President of the jury and guest of honour: Marion Mailaender.
Access
Villa Noailles, in Hyères
Clos Saint-Bernard
Art center, museum, artists' residence
47 Montée Noailles
+33 (0)4 98 08 01 98
villanoailles.com
Winter hours (from September 4th to June)
Open from Wednesday to Sunday from 1pm to 6pm
Closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and holidays
Free guided tours from Wednesday to Sunday at 3pm without reservation, please arrive at the square 5 minutes before the start of the tour
Free entrance
Summer opening hours (July to September 4)
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 2pm to 7pm
Nocturne on Thursday from 3pm to 8pm
Closed on Mondays and holidays
Free guided tours: Tuesday to Sunday at 2pm, 4pm and 6pm, Thursday at 3pm, 5pm and 7pm. Without reservation, please arrive at the square 5 minutes before the beginning of the visit
Free entrance
Villa Noailles "outside the walls" in Toulon
Hôtel des Arts
Métropole Toulon Provence Méditerranée
236 Boulevard Général Leclerc
83000 Toulon
Tuesday to Saturday from 11am to 6pm
Closed on Mondays and holidays
Free entrance
Ancien Evêché
69 Cours Lafayette 83000 Toulon
Tuesday to Saturday, 11 am to 6 pm
Sunday from 11am to 3pm
Closed on Mondays and public holidays
Free entrance
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PLACES TO DISCOVER
• The farmers’ market of local producers : every Tuesday in downtown Hyères.
• The Saint Paul collegiate : church built in 1182 and classified as a Historical Monument.
• Parcours des Arts et du Patrimoine : about 40 galleries, craftspeople workshops and boutiques in the pedestrian streets of the old town.
PLACES TO STAY
• La Reine Jane : a family hotel with 14 bedrooms decorated by 14 designers. Aperitif on the rooftop and pleasant, generous restaurant, ideal with friends.
• Le Provençal*** : an institution of the Giens Peninsula: sea view, legendary seawater pool, friendly welcome.
• Lido Beach : hotel located in edge of beach with sight on the roadstead of Hyères.
PLACES TO EAT
• La Rascasse : the gourmet restaurant of the hotel Le Provença overlooks the sea and the Hyères islands with its outside terrace.
• Le Pothuau : provençal seafood specialities. Bouillabaisse, provençal bourride, fish soup and seafood paella… Reservation required.
• La Langouste : snack in the villa Noailles’ garden.
• Le Marais Plage : mediterranean cuisine to enjoy in front of the sea.
• Chez Lulu : traditional Italian cuisine and Le Frigo de Lulu for the Italian delicatessen and snack.
• Le Denti : fish eatery, 100% sea and local. Ideally located on a terrace downtown.
• La Brasserie : the traditional bistro of the hôtel Le Provençal.
• Don Pappazino : delicious pizzas.
