Aforgotten genius.That’s how some might describe Max Jacob. Here at the Max Jacob Plaque, we commemorate a man who walked a path less traveled, a path paved with words and colors. The Max Jacob Plaque stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of this multifaceted artist. Max Jacob, poet, painter, and a central figure in the transition from Symbolism to Surrealism in French literature. Born in Brittany, he found his artistic home in the heart of Montmartre. He befriended a young Pablo Picasso, teaching him French and introducing him to the movers and shakers of the Parisian art scene. Imagine the conversations that must have transpired in those smoky cafes. Jacob, a devout Catholic convert, ultimately sought solace outside the bustling city. He lived a near-monastic life in Saint-Benoît-sur-Loire until his tragic arrest in 1944. The Nazis, intolerant of his Jewish heritage, sent him to Drancy internment camp where he died. The Max Jacob Plaque serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the enduring power of art. It beckons us to remember Max Jacob. Not only for his artistic contributions but also for the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
Église Notre-Dame de l’Air
Beneath what appears to be a simple stone and wood structure lies a history interwoven with faith aviation and community.