Until Sunday 6 p.m., take advantage of Heritage Days by discovering the Chapel of the Lepers located in Thionville, avenue Comte-de-Bertier. The building, which dates from the 13th century, has quite a history. The old maladrerie has been restored several times and a calvary erected in the 18th century is still visible. In addition to these historical remains, you will meet artists. At the request of the Société des Beaux-arts de Thionville which occupies the premises, Joël Lorique de Thionville and Pierre Rossi de Fontoy have agreed to exhibit some works. A boon for the duo, because exposure due to the health situation is rare.
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Drawings and watercolors
Two universes which meet and which deserve a glance. Joël is a lover of drawing and nature. His very realistic sketches immortalized in pencil are inspired by photos. As for Pierre, he is attracted to watercolor, light and landscapes. “These are recent paintings with a stormy sky and a rather dark horizon. The confinement was a difficult time, I had a hard time working. The same goes for Joël. “An artist needs freedom and to breathe. “
The chapel is accessible on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Let those absent be reassured, they will be able to discover the works of Pierre and Joël in November at the Casino de Thionville. The Society of Fine Arts maintains its annual meeting.
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