In the introduction to her book of decoration, Flora Soames writes: “My definition of a One day Box is a place, real or imaginary, where we store fragments of our past that spark a feeling of connection – memories of sights, smells and sound we love, and to which one day we hope to return”. So the venue for the … Read More
Bonnard, the film and more happy artistic times!
Given the current pessimistic atmosphere, I will continue to give you only happy news. The film “Bonnard, Pierre and Marthe” by Martin Provost, will not remain in the history of cinematography but it depicts with beautiful decors the tortuous life of the painter and his difficult companion Marthe. Both Musée d’Orsay and Christie’s organized previews of the film. Some scenes … Read More
Sad and Happy moments to share
I sadly had to attend two funerals this week and the reason I mention it to you is that at both events, something magical happened. One was of Hubert Martin, a successful banker, president of the Friends of Paul Claudel and a great music amateur who died at 103. At Saint Pierre de Neuilly, his daughter Laurence Dumaine Calle and … Read More
Perfumes from the Orient at IMA, what a good surprise!
The exhibition “Parfums d’Orient” started at IMA (Institut du Monde Arabe) last September but I have to admit I forgot to go. When I heard an interview on the radio France Culture, of the wonderful “nose” of Givaudan, Christopher Sheldrake, I was mesmerized by the poetry of his speech. So I rushed to see the show and I really recommend … Read More
Happy New Year 2024
To celebrate the New Year we need a little optimism, and the beauty of nature helps greatly. Since our future depends on forests and trees, I have selected a few magnificent ones which I had never seen before. Here is a Mexican Ceiba, the sacred tree of the Maya, symbol of the universe, which is also known as the silk-cotton … Read More
Merry Christmas a day late…
I love it when readers send me their images and here are a few of them for Christmas. Lin Utzon, the Danish artist, is a painter, a sculptor and has created many designs for Royal Copenhagen which sadly does not exist anymore. Her whimsical set of porcelain with blue dots is perfect for the Christmas season as is her series … Read More
Prix de la Vocation Bleustein-Blanchet is more exciting than ever
The Fondation pour la Vocation, founded by the advertising genius Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet in December 1959, gives a financial impulse to students, 18 to 30, who want to achieve their professional dream. So far, 1 748 laureates have been awarded this scholarship thanks to the creator of Publicis. Every year, 20 prizes are given for a “vocation”, four to eight “hope” … Read More
What I am going to offer for Xmas?
Every year it’s the same dilemma, you give presents whom nobody likes and you receive some that you immediately want to give away. I have selected a few modest ideas that might help? My favorite shop being Fragonard for soaps and fragrances but also tablecloths and plates or candleholders. Then comes La Chaise Longue which has fun little items like … Read More