Aix en Provence : Cezanne 2025

The year 2025 marks a pivotal moment for Aix-en-Provence as the city celebrates the enduring legacy of its most famous son, Paul Cézanne. This year-long tribute honours the visionary artist, his hometown, and the profound impact he left behind. A major international exhibition will be unveiled, alongside the restoration and reopening of his family home and final studio. This cultural revival symbolises the start of a new chapter, placing Cézanne once again at the heart of the city that was the lifeblood of his art.

Cézanne at Jas de Bouffan

The highlight of Cézanne Year will be the exhibition Cézanne at Jas de Bouffan, hosted at the Granet Museum from 28 June to 12 October. This landmark retrospective, showcasing nearly 100 works, is made possible through the collaboration of prestigious museums from around the world, including institutions in America, Europe, and Japan. The exhibition sheds light on Cézanne’s intimate connection with his native region and explores lesser-known aspects of his work.

Jas de Bouffan, currently undergoing meticulous restoration, was where Cézanne spent much of his life and found deep artistic inspiration. It was here that he experimented with ideas that would eventually revolutionise the art world. The house still bears traces of his presence, including a rare mural discovered in 2023 in the “Grand Salon,” painted when Cézanne was just 20 years old.

Visitors will embark on an enriching journey through this iconic site. Educational spaces, temporary exhibitions, and a faithful reconstruction of the period kitchen will immerse guests in the artist’s daily environment. The site will also feature a research centre and learning hub dedicated to the study of Cézanne, welcoming students and scholars alike. The gardens and park, maintained as they were during Cézanne’s time, offer an authentic glimpse into 19th-century Provence.

An Immersive Experience into Cézanne’s Creative World

The Cézanne at Jas de Bouffan exhibition offers a journey back in time, tracing the years from 1860 to 1899 when Cézanne transformed this residence into a true artistic laboratory. Jas de Bouffan was more than just a home—it was a space where he refined his distinctive style. The Provençal landscape, with its rolling hills and luminous southern light, blended seamlessly with his early artistic explorations, giving rise to works that would leave an indelible mark on art history.

Masterpieces Not to Be Missed

This retrospective showcases key pieces that shaped Cézanne’s artistic identity. Visitors will have the opportunity to admire his landscapes, still lifes, and timeless figures, including his iconic bathers and portraits, rendered in both oil and watercolour.

Highlights of the exhibition include major works such as The Four Seasons (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter), Bather with a Rock, Hide-and-Seek after Lancret, Self-Portrait with a Pink Background, The Card Players, and numerous still lifes, including Still Life with Cherries and Peaches. These masterpieces are on display thanks to exceptional loans from renowned museums in Paris, New York, Tokyo, London, and other major cultural capitals.

With this exhibition, Cézanne 2025 promises to be an unmissable event, offering a fresh perspective on the work of one of history’s greatest artists and highlighting his enduring connection to Aix-en-Provence.

Investing in Cézanne’s Beloved City

As Aix-en-Provence celebrates its rich artistic heritage, the city continues to flourish as an exceptional place to live and invest. The renewed focus on Cézanne’s legacy enhances the region’s cultural appeal, reinforcing its status as a vibrant hub where art, history, and Provençal charm converge—making it an inspiring destination for both visitors and property investors alike.