Village and Heritage
Discover one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France and its places steeped in history.
The Yves Brayer Museum is housed in one of the most beautiful mansions in the centre of the village, the Hôtel de Porcelet. It presents a wide-ranging retrospective of the works of this artist who was so fond of Mediterranean landscapes and who is one of the most representative exponents of figurative art in the 20th century.
This is an exceptional collection in terms of the quality and rarity of the hundred or so originals, covering almost sixty years of creative work. Alongside Provençal landscapes, there are canvases inspired by Spain and Italy, covering the main themes dear to the artist’s heart.
The fully restored permanent collection will be revisited this year with the addition of six projects by contemporary artists alongside the works of Yves Brayer.
Yves Brayer, born in 1907, is one of the most important French painters of the 20th century. He brought his personal vision to bear on a broad range of subjects, while remaining faithful to the figurative tradition. He died in 1990. He is buried in the cemetery at the top of the village.
Opening hours
April to September, open every day: 10.00 am to 12.30 pm and 2.00 pm to 6.30 pm
October to March open every day, except Tuesday: 1.00 pm to 5.30 pm
Annual closure: 1st January to 13 March 2024
This fine late 16th-century mansion has an original façade and elegant finely carved room decorated with 17th-century paintings.
16th-century three-storey building with a staircase.
Jean Cocteau, writer, poet, playwright, film-maker and illustrator, is being honoured this year by the Musée Yves Brayer and the Mairie des Baux-de-Provence.
A multi-faceted artist, he left his mark on the 20th century.
More than a hundred works, photos and posters from plays, films and stage productions are brought together around three themes, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the dreamlike, engaging and complex worlds, inspired by the myths and dreams, of this ‘Prince of Poets’.
First, the Storms: Les Enfants terribles, La Voix humaine and Le Bel indifférent, then the Enchantments: L’Eternel retour, Le Jeune homme et la mort, La Belle et la Bête and L’Aigle à deux têtes, and finally La Traversée du miroir : Le Sang d’un Poète, Orphée and Testament d’Orphée.
Arles photographer Lucien Clergue immortalised the filming of Testament d’Orphée in Baux-de-Provence.
An exceptional collection of his photographs completes the exhibition, giving us a glimpse into the artist’s private life.
At the same time, drawings by Jean Cocteau are highlighted alongside works by Yves Brayer, offering a new reading of their shared artistic vision.
Adults: 8€ per person
Under 18 years: free
Groups: 4€ per person
On presentation of the Pass Baux-de-Provence : 4€
Discover one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France and its places steeped in history.
For one night or a few weeks, Les Baux-de-Provence offers relaxation, cultural and historical visits, arts and outdoor excursions. Find the accommodation and restaurant that will make your stay an unforgettable experience. Download the hotel and B&B availability in Les Baux-de-Provence
Maison du Roy, Rue Porte Mage,
13520 Les Baux-de-Provence
Tél. +33 (0)4 90 54 34 39
tourisme@lesbauxdeprovence.com
Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 9.30 am to 5.00 pm
Weekends & public holidays: 10.00 am to 5.30 pm
Closure: 25 December and 1 January
