“Did they really live here?” The Rue Eugène Fromentin holds many secrets behind its unassuming facades. This street, tucked away in the 9th arrondissement, is named after the renowned 19th-century painter and writer, Eugène Fromentin. He was known for his evocative depictions of North Africa, a place he traveled extensively. Imagine young Maurice Ravel, just starting his musical journey, residing at number 7 Rue Eugène Fromentin. From 1899 to 1900, the sounds of his budding genius likely filled these very airwaves. Just a few steps away, at number 5, was the atelier of Marcel Duchamp, a pivotal figure in Dadaism and Surrealism. He christened his studio “Rrose Sélavy,” a playful pseudonym reflecting his artistic sensibilities. The Rue Eugène Fromentin is a testament to the vibrant artistic spirit that has always thrived in Paris. As you stroll down this charming street, remember the echoes of brushes on canvas and the melodies of a young composer, reminding us that even the quietest corners of Paris.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to