If it’s Friday, it must be France …
“La Chaise” ~ symbol of Nice ~
“La Chaise” or The Chair”, a sculpture by Nicoise artist Sabine Geraudie, has become the symbol of Nice since 2014 and is prominently displayed on the Promenade des Anglais. It makes me smile each time I pass it. And yes … I do have a large number of photos of this pleasing work of art … can’t help myself!
Sea-blue chairs have graced the palm-lined Promenade des Anglais in one form or another since the 1950’s. Today their look is iconic as generations of Niçois and visitors from everywhere have spent time sitting, relaxing, chatting, snoozing, and contemplating life … or not … in one of these enduring symbols ~ in the sun or the shade, every season, on the edge of the always mesmerizing Mediterranean Sea.
The history of these surprisingly comfortable resting places, like most things French, is colourful and you can read about it here. They disappeared for a few years after 2003, but public demand assured their return. Today “the Prom” wouldn’t be the same without them.
The 4 km sweeping boulevard along the Baie des Anges with its biking and walking lanes is one of the loveliest seaside walks to be found, dare I say (attempting to be unbiased …) in the world. In many ways the Promenade des Anglais defines the city.
Here’s another vantage point with la colline du chateau/castle hill in the background. From every perspective, this is a chair that pleases.
Click here for more background on the blue chairs of the Promenade des Anglais.
Margo Lestz always has the details, history and quirky facts! Read about “the Prom” here.
On another topic, have you been watching the Tour de France? There are only a couple of days left before the grand finale in Paris. Even if you aren’t a diehard cycling fan, watching the coverage is a wonderful way to spend time in the various regions of France. Today they are in the Alps near Grenoble.
Bon weekend, everyone!
