Collection of earthenware from the Renaissance to the French Revolution.
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The creation of the Musée des Faïences is closely linked to the history of the castle.
On two occasions, La Tour d'Aigues was a center for the production of original ceramics:
In the 16th century Jean-Louis-Nicolas de Bouliers, Lord of La Tour d'Aigues, transformed his medieval castle into a true Renaissance palace. He entrusted a craftsman, François Auriol, with the realization of a polychrome earthenware pavement for the chapel, imitating the decorations of the Renaissance castles of...
On two occasions, La Tour d'Aigues was a center for the production of original ceramics:
In the 16th century Jean-Louis-Nicolas de Bouliers, Lord of La Tour d'Aigues, transformed his medieval castle into a true Renaissance palace. He entrusted a craftsman, François Auriol, with the realization of a polychrome earthenware pavement for the chapel, imitating the decorations of the Renaissance castles of...
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Animals accepted
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- Accessibility
- Not accessible in a wheelchair
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- Temporary exhibition
- Activity
- Equipment
- Parking nearby
- Exhibition space
- Entertainments room
- Toilets
- Services
- Pets welcome
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All year 2024 - Closed on saturday, on sunday
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- www.luberon-sud-tourisme.fr
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Environment
- Mountain view
- View over the vineyards
- Village centre
- Lake 5 km away
- Riverside
- Waterside
- Close to a public transportation
- Bus stop < 500 m