Villa Grock, House museum and clown museum in Imperia, Italy.
Villa Grock is a house museum in Imperia that was the former residence of a legendary early 20th-century circus performer. The building combines residential architecture with theatrical decoration, ornate patterns, and grounds arranged with ponds and water channels.
A Swiss performer built this house in 1930 after years of international success performing in Paris and other European cities. The building was created at the height of his career as an acrobat and musician.
The house is named after its former owner, a circus performer whose passion for entertainment and play is reflected throughout the space. The rooms tell the story of a life lived between the stage and private world, where refinement and artistic expression blend together.
The house does not open every day and follows special visiting hours. It is helpful to check current opening times before your visit to make sure it will be accessible.
The grounds contain a complex network of ponds and channels that function like a labyrinth, revealing the playful mind of the owner. These water features acted as a kind of personal theater, where flow and movement guide visitors in unexpected directions.
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