Home of Maurice Ravel, Montfort l Amaury, France
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Home of Maurice Ravel, Montfort l Amaury, France
Home (back view, from the garden) of Maurice Ravel (1875-1937), French composer, at Montfort l Amaury, France. Date: 1875 - 1937
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1875 1962 Balcony Composer Maurice Montfort Ravel Shutters Trellis 1937 Amaury
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This evocative photograph captures the serene and secluded back view of the home of the renowned French composer, Maurice Ravel, situated in Montfort l'Amaury, France. The image, taken in the 1960s, showcases the timeless beauty of Ravel's residence, which he called the 'Bel Air' estate. The house, adorned with shuttered windows and a quaint balcony, is nestled among lush greenery, with a trellis-covered staircase leading up to the garden. Maurice Ravel, born in 1875, was a significant figure in the world of classical music, best known for his innovative compositions such as 'Bolero' and 'Daphnis et Chloé.' He spent the latter part of his life in Montfort l'Amaury, where he found inspiration in the tranquility and natural surroundings. The house served as a sanctuary for the composer, who sought refuge from the hustle and bustle of city life. The photograph, with its intriguing composition and subtle tonalities, invites us to imagine Ravel composing in the quietude of his home, surrounded by the beauty of the French countryside. The image is a poignant reminder of the connection between the great composer and the place that inspired his most celebrated works.
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