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This workshop will illustrate challenges from the era through sample works of architects Le Corbusier and Auguste Perret, and applied small architectural exercises.
David et le néo-classicisme Neoclassicism is the name given to Western movements in the decorative and visual arts that draw inspiration from the “classical” art and culture of classical antiquity. Neoclassicism was born in the mid-18th century, but its popularity spread all over Europe as a generation of European art students finished their GrandRead more
The South of the Loire and Langue d’Oc regions have a very rich history. The Visitors are amazed by the historical gems they discover in Aquitaine or Provence. This Atelier will explore the History of this other France. Presented in French by Samy Ayari. REGISTER HERERead more
On the evening of July 14, 1789, after the French people had stormed the Bastille, a woken Louis XVI asked the duke de la Rochefoucauld: «Is it a revolt?». «No sire,the duke replied, it’s a revolution». In 1357, Etienne Marcel, Provost of the Merchants of Paris, led the populace and almost overthrew the Monarchy, whereasRead more
The heterogeneous historical formation of France makes her uniqueness and charm. If Paris often evokes France, so do Provence, Burgundy, Aquitaine; whereas Normandy is remembered for William the Conqueror and D-Day. This Atelier explore the contributions of French Provinces to French History. On Tuesday May 29 at 7:00 pm by Samy Ayari. InRead more
Do you want to know more about Art History? Then join this Art History Workshop! Introduction to Art History: key movements and major artists. For this fifth lecture of our monthly workshops, Damien Bigot will present you Versailles et l’Art du Grand Siècle. Presented in French – All levels welcome $20 for Members $ 35Read more
On Wednesday April 25 at 7pm, join us for a new History Workshop about the Bourbon dynasty! This workshop will chart the rise, fall and rise again of the Bourbon dynasty that ruled France from 1589 to 1830. Louis XIV’s panache and Louis XVI’s tragic execution are generally known by all , so is theRead more
The Honorable Henri Vantieghem, Consul General of Belgium, will be at the Alliance Française de Los Angeles on April 3rd for a conference about Belgium, its history and the challenges the country has to face. This event is free but we strongly encourage you to register in advance Read more