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.
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