The Hotel Bellevue: A vertical art gallery facing the Old Port
Staying at the Hotel Bellevue is like taking a break where Marseille's history meets contemporary art. Beyond our commitment to the environment and our breathtaking view of Notre-Dame de la Garde, we have transformed our spaces into a true cultural journey.
Nestled within our historic staircase, a permanent painting exhibition showcases four artists with unique styles. These are the painters who will accompany you on your journey to your rooms.
Hervé Van Auweghem: The architect of light
Hervé Van Auweghem, a French painter renowned for his structured approach to landscape, creates works where geometry meets silence. A former student of the Grande Chaumière art school, he excels at capturing urban facades and industrial perspectives. Through his canvases exhibited at the Bellevue, you will discover his exploration of shadows and volumes, transforming city scenes into almost abstract and serene compositions.
Chourouk Hriech: The journey in black and white
The Franco-Moroccan artist Chourouk Hriec h is renowned for her ink drawings, exclusively in black and white. Her work is an exploration of space, blending urban landscapes, architectural motifs, and natural elements. Her piece in our establishment is an invitation to an imaginary journey. Her precise lines and interplay of contrasts create shifting landscapes that seem to engage in a dialogue with the very structure of the hotel.
Valérie Duron-Péchère: The Poetry of Matter
Valérie Duron-Péchère 's work is distinguished by its tactile sensitivity and constant exploration of color. Her style, often bordering on lyrical abstraction, seeks to convey emotions and sensations rather than specific places. In the Bellevue's staircase, her painting brings a chromatic softness and textural depth that contrast with the stone and wood of our century-old architecture.
Jean-Pierre Étienne: The power of expression
The painter Jean-Pierre Étienne complements this collection with a more graphic or figurative approach, depending on the series. His work is characterized by a masterful command of line and an ability to capture the essence of movement or atmosphere. Each exhibited work reflects a keen observation of the world, bringing a vibrant, human dimension to our vertical gallery.
THE D: When Street Art Comes to Bellevue
Among the signature pieces that punctuate our permanent exhibition, LE D's work brings a resolutely contemporary and vibrant touch. This Marseille-based artist, whose full profile you can discover in our dedicated article , challenges conventions with his colorful Street Art creations. His works, veritable windows onto imaginary worlds, create a fascinating contrast with the woodwork and history of our establishment. By integrating his pieces into our collection, the Hôtel Bellevue affirms its commitment to supporting the current local art scene while offering its guests a unique dialogue between heritage and modernity.
Why a permanent exhibition at the Hotel Bellevue?
We believe that art should not be confined to museums. By integrating these works into our living spaces, we offer our clients a complete sensory experience. This artistic journey reflects our identity: a place of culture, passage, and contemplation.
Did you know? Our teams are available to give you more details on the locations of each artwork during your next stay.
