As an echo of the Carrières des Lumières programme, the Château des Baux-de-Provence is offering an open-air exhibition retracing the life and work of the Nice artist Yves Klein through his emblematic works as well as photographs of the artist.
Internationally known for his monochrome paintings, his performances and for his invention of the intense blue colour IKB, which became his trademark, Yves Klein went beyond figuration and abstraction to invest the objects, space and world around him.
Through 11 large format panels combining photographs and reproductions of his most emblematic works, follow the artistic and personal path of this prolific creator.
From his monochromes to his most avant-garde works of immaterial pictorial sensitivity, explore the different facets of his work.
Klein developed a narrative around his work and left many insightful writings on his process, some of which you will find quoted in the exhibition.
Looking back on his youth marked by travel, his training as a judoka, his theoretical writings, the collective adventures in which he took part, discover the dazzling life – his career lasted only eight years – and the radical approach of this artist who never ceased to put himself on stage, elaborating a personal myth that is an integral part of his work.
This exhibition is organised in collaboration with the Yves Klein Archives.
Adults: 8€ / 10€* | Seniors (+65 years) : 7€ / 9€*
Chidren (-7 years): free | Children (7 to 17 years): 6€ / 8€*
Youth (18 to 25 years): 6€ / 8€*
Concessions (students +25 ans, jobseekers, teachers) : 6€ / 8€*
Family (2 adults + 2 children) : 25€ / 33€*
Pass Baux-de-Provence
(2 sites: Carrières de Lumières + Château des Baux).
Adults: 18€ / 20€* | Seniors (+65 years): 16,50€ / 18,50€*
Children (-7 years): free | Children (7 to 17 years): 14€ / 16€*
Youth (18 to 25 years): 14€ / 16€*
Concessions (students +25 years, jobseekers, teachers): 14€ / 16€*
Family (2 adults and 2 children): 51,50€ / 59,50€*
Half price at the Yves Brayer Museum on presentation of the ticket Pass Baux-de-Provence.
*With events.
Whether you’re a fan of history and heritage, the arts or nature, you’ll certainly find what you’re looking for in the wide range of activities on offer in Les Baux-de-Provence and its surrounding area. Below is some practical information on making the most of your stay in Les Baux-de-Provence. Your trip starts here.
Visit Les Baux-de-Provence at any time of year and discover the changing palette of light and colours of the Alpilles landscape. At Les Baux-de-Provence you can explore history dating back thousands of years, age-old traditions and the Provençal way of life with its tastes and flavours. Enjoy your visit!
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 : 9.00 am to 6.00 pm
Weekends & public holidays : 10.00 am to 5.30 pm
