Explore Sculptures of Amour Love at Bastide Rose in Le Thor
Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · InspireThe Bastide Rose is the beautiful honey-coloured home of Poppy Salinger who was married to JFK’s press secretary, journalist and writer Pierre Salinger. It stands by the translucent river Sorgue and is the setting for an annual sculpture show. This year, its theme is Amour, in harmony with the MP2018 programme.
Continue reading here for details on this interesting exhibition of sculptures and other works from 47 artists until October 15, 2018.
Contact Information:
La Bastide Rose (Boutique Hotel)
Chemin des Coudelières,
84250 Le Thor
Poppy and Pierre Salinger Foundation
Opening hours 14h30 to 19h
Closed Tuesdays
Other artists in Le Thor:
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