The Conservation of Palais Ideal - the Only Architectonic Object of Naive Art in the World Cover Image

Konserwacja Palais Ideal - jedynego na świecie obiektu architektonicznego sztuki naiwnej
The Conservation of Palais Ideal - the Only Architectonic Object of Naive Art in the World

Author(s): Dominik Mączyński
Subject(s): Fine Arts / Performing Arts
Published by: Krajowy Ośrodek Badań i Dokumentacji Zabytków
Keywords: Palais Ideal; naive art; architectonic construction; surrealist construction; conservation

Summary/Abstract: Palais Ideal, a unique architectonic object of naive art, is situated in the French department of Drôme. At the turn of the nineteenth century, Ferdinand Cheval, a village postman, spent more than 30 years realising his dream about a palace envisaged as a reflection of all the wonders of the world and as a miniature of best known architectonic constructions. Up to this day, the resultant surrealist construction remains the object of universal admiration and interest. After the death of its creator, the Palais, for a long time not conserved, demanded general renovation, inaugurated after the building was purchased by the state. The original conception of the surrounding garden was also restored. At present, Palais Ideal is open to visitors, who can become acquainted with its history presented by a fascinating "son et lumiere" spectacle, held during the summer.

  • Issue Year: 1999
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 194-197
  • Page Count: 4
  • Language: Polish