Hôtel des Échevins de Bourges, Private mansion in Bourges, France.
The Hôtel des Échevins de Bourges is a late medieval private mansion with a rectangular layout featuring a spiral staircase tower at its center. The structure displays Renaissance details including barrel vaults of stone and ornamental carved elements throughout its rooms and corridors.
The building was constructed in the late 15th century and originally functioned as the city's town hall. Its foundations were laid upon walls from the Roman era, reflecting the long architectural history of the site.
The mansion now houses the Estève Museum, displaying works by the abstract artist Maurice Estève within its historic chambers. This combination creates an interesting dialogue between the medieval building and contemporary artistic expression.
The building is accessible during exhibitions at the Estève Museum, allowing visitors to explore its interior with medieval and Renaissance details. The central spiral staircase tower serves as a natural reference point for navigating through the rooms.
The courtyard features a sculpture titled 'Caliban' by renowned artist Alexander Calder, which was moved here from the Maison de la Culture in 2014. This modern work creates an unexpected contrast with the medieval surroundings.
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