"Alice" by Marie Denis

"Alice" is a work of art in nature created by Marie Denis in 2010, adorning the wash house in the village of Bouëx and transforming the water into a mirror that reflects the surrounding natural landscape.

The work is installed at the old spring of the wash house, right in the heart of the village, easily accessible from the main streets of Bouëx.

Description of the work

• Creator: Marie Denis.
• Title: Alice (part of the Échelle 1.3 program "Alice and Clara").
• Year: September 2010.
• Characteristics: The water in the fountain reflects the lush green surroundings, offering a fleeting visual experience that seems to suspend time. The artwork is part of the "Art in Nature" concept, where the environment and art come together to create a contemplative and poetic space.

Context and Experience

• The work allows visitors to contemplate natural reflections in the water, creating a mirror effect that integrates everyone into the landscape, making the visit immersive and poetic.
• This art installation combines local heritage (the historic Bouëx wash house) with contemporary creation, offering visitors a unique cultural attraction in the region.

To plan your visit, you can go directly to Rue du Lavoir in Bouëx and include this stop on a sightseeing walk around the village and its historic fountains. The wash house is included in local hiking trails, notably the Circuit des Résistants de Bouëx, which combines historical and artistic heritage.