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Discovery of Paul Cezanne’s Mural at His Childhood Home in Aix-en-Provence
A remarkable mural by Paul Cezanne has been unearthed at his family residence, Bastide du Jas de Bouffan, in Aix-en-Provence, France. The large-scale artwork, named Entrée du port (Entrance to the Port), was previously unknown and was concealed beneath layers of wallpaper, plaster, and paint. Despite its current poor condition, the mural vividly portrays a harbor scene with boats and buildings against a backdrop of a streaked white and blue sky.
During renovations at Bastide du Jas de Bouffan last August, contractors stumbled upon this hidden gem in preparation for forthcoming celebrations honoring Cezanne’s ties to Aix.
Renowned Cezanne scholar Mary Tompkins Lewis, part of a select group of experts who visited the property in September, expressed her astonishment at the discovery. She described the moment as “very exciting” and emphasized the significance of this find.
Local authorities in Aix recently made the official announcement about the mural’s unveiling, following a period of secrecy surrounding the discovery. The Société Paul Cézanne revealed that this composition is among 14 artworks found on the walls of the Grand Salon at the Cezanne family home. Cezanne’s father acquired the property in 1859, providing his son with a space to experiment and hone his artistic skills.
According to Tompkins Lewis, the mural sheds light on Cezanne’s artistic evolution, showcasing influences from painters like Claude-Joseph Vernet. She highlighted Cezanne’s transformation from a provincial artist seeking approval to a daring young talent poised to make his mark in Paris.
Société Paul Cézanne president Denis Coutagne mentioned that other Cezanne murals discovered in the salon were relocated to museums worldwide, such as the Musée d’Orsay in Paris and the Nakata Museum in Japan. However, Entrée du port will remain in place at the Grand Salon, following extensive restoration efforts aimed at reopening the space in 2025.
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