Bassins des Lumières - Expositions Matisse, la Symphonie des Couleurs + Frida Kahlo

Matisse, la Symphonie des Couleurs Immerse yourself in the dazzling world of Henri Matisse, in a fascinating immersive experience at the Bassins des Lumières in Bordeaux!

Matisse, la Symphonie des Couleurs

Immerse yourself in the dazzling world of Henri Matisse, in a fascinating immersive experience at the Bassins des Lumières in Bordeaux! The artist invites you to rediscover his works through a journey punctuated by chromatic stages. From the Blue Nudes to Fauvism, passing by the shimmering colours of the painting Luxe, calme et volupté, experience this invitation to travel to the rhythm of a bewitching soundtrack. Subversive pink, vibrant and bold green, energetic yellow: explore the evolution of an art in which every hue stirs an emotion. Finish in a crescendo by admiring the stained-glass windows of the Chapelle du Rosaire, whose intense ultramarine contrasts with the dazzling lemon yellows. A moving and poetic journey through the career of an artist whose bold works continue to make us dream…

Frida Kahlo

Lose yourself in the intense and passionate universe of Frida Kahlo, at the Bassins des Lumières in Bordeaux. On the monumental walls of the former submarine base, luminous projections and a bewitching soundtrack bring to life an explosion of colour and emotion. Plant, organic and anatomical motifs intertwine, in a powerful and melancholic symbolism, where the regenerative force of nature engages in dialogue with the rich, abundant cultural heritage of Mexican folklore. From the Casa Azul to her tormented love affair with Diego Rivera, by way of the bus accident that had an impact on her creation, the Mexican artist never ceased to transmute pain into art. A true mirror of Frida's soul, her work has yet to cease fascinating us…