A selection of truly exceptional works by 50 Swiss artists and artisans are displayed in diverse locations throughout the village. Walking from one exhibit to the next, the visitor takes an informal tour of the village, passing local landmarks such as the Grand Chalet, the Maison de la Place, the Hotel de Ville, the Cure, the Clock Tower and the Bee-house. Besides providing a striking setting for the exhibits, the traditional village architecture – some of which dates back to the 17th century – adds a level of interest by confronting the visitor with the contrasts between the old and the new, the traditional and the contemporary. This is an appropriate setting to reflect on the question “Is the artisan an artist or is the artist an artisan?”

The tour starts at the Tourist Office in the centre of the village where programmes and admission badges are on sale. The programme is an indispensable guide and provides a numbered map of the route. The tour takes an hour to an hour and a half, depending on the time spent at each exhibit. A series of demonstrations, workshops and lectures held over the summer complement the exhibition. An exhibition not to
be missed!

Guy Girardet

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