Synopses & Reviews
Over 130 paintings and 40 period photographs of the region illustrate the different styles inspired by Provence, from realistic landscapes in the classical tradition to Impressionist and Fauve renditions, offering successive visions of now world-famous sites including the Mont Sainte-Victoire, L'Estaque, and the once-modest fishing village Saint-Tropez. The Painters of Provence is completed by a guide to the principal museums in the region and biographies of the artists discussed.
About the Author
An alumnus of the Ecole du Louvre and the Institute of Art and Archaeology at the Sorbonne,
Philippe Cros also holds a degree in international law. In addition to studies on eighteenth-century painting, Renaissance bronzes, and the French modern school, he has published several collection guides and exhibition catalogues, as well as numerous articles for French and American art magazines. His recent publications include
Chardin, published by Editions Adam Biro, Paris. He is currently Director of the Bemberg Foundation in Toulouse.