Fondation Vasarely
Culture · by Victor Vasarely / Jean Sonnier et Dominique Ronsseray · 1976
1 Avenue Marcel Pagnol, 13090 Aix-en-Provence, France
The Fondation Vasarely, located at 1 Avenue Marcel Pagnol, 13090 Aix-en-Provence, France, is a cultural center dedicated to the works of Hungarian-French artist Victor Vasarely. Inaugurated in 1976, the building comprises sixteen interconnected hexagonal cells, each 14 meters wide and 11 meters high, housing forty-two of Vasarely's monumental artworks. The structure features a façade with alternating black and white panels, creating a dynamic visual effect. Designed by Vasarely in collaboration with architects Jean Sonnier and Dominique Ronsseray, the center serves as a hub for contemporary art, offering exhibitions, educational programs, and a venue for discussions on modern creation. (culture.gouv.fr)
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