La partie de Cartes, Bronze sculpture in Place Raimu, Toulon, France.
La partie de Cartes is a bronze sculpture located at Place Raimu that depicts characters from Marcel Pagnol's literary works engaged in a card game. The composition features multiple figures seated around a table, frozen in the midst of their game.
The sculpture was created in the 20th century, drawing inspiration from Marcel Pagnol's acclaimed literary trilogy set in southern France. Its creation preserved a defining moment from stories that have captivated readers across generations.
The sculpture shows figures from Marcel Pagnol's literary world playing cards, reflecting how this pastime is woven into daily life in southern France. The work captures a moment of social gathering that remains important to local culture today.
The site is easily accessible on foot and has multiple parking areas nearby for visitors. You can also reach it by local bus services if you prefer not to walk.
Two empty chairs sit directly in front of the bronze figures, inviting visitors to position themselves as part of the scene. This interactive design allows anyone to experience what it feels like to be a character from Pagnol's stories.
Location: Toulon
Address: Pl. Raimu, 83000 Toulon, France
Website: http://File:Sculpture La partie de Carte (14160132326).jpg
GPS coordinates: 43.12132,5.93139
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:04
The port city of Toulon on the French Mediterranean coast offers numerous subjects for photographers. The historic city centre displays buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries, including the Sainte-Marie-Majeure Cathedral and the town hall with its atlantes by Pierre Puget. The military harbour, one of France's main naval bases, presents warships and submarines. Mont Faron rises 584 metres above the city and provides views across the Toulon roadstead and coastline. The cable car leads to the summit, where the Memorial du débarquement en Provence is located. At the foot of the mountain lies the Mourillon district with its sandy beach and colourful facades along the promenade. The Cours Lafayette market takes place daily and showcases the region's Mediterranean produce. The Toulon Opera House, built in the 19th century, ranks among the largest opera houses in France outside Paris. The old harbour Darse Vieille displays fishing boats and yachts against the backdrop of limestone cliffs.
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