This event is in the past.It took place on May 23, 2026 at Maison de Balzac.
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PlayStep into the candlelit world of 19th-century Parisian literary society. A scholar and cellist revive four legendary salons, from Madame Récamier's drawing room to Victor Hugo's cénacle, in Balzac's own home.
literary history
live cello accompaniment
scholar-led readings
19th century Paris
Tips
☕coffee available in garden café
🎻Florence Hennequin on cello
📖four salons, four time slots
Balzac, De Salon En Salon
Passy
PlayPlayStep into the candlelit world of 19th-century Parisian literary society. A scholar and cellist revive four legendary salons, from Madame Récamier's drawing room to Victor Hugo's cénacle, in Balzac's own home.
literary history
live cello accompaniment
scholar-led readings
19th century Paris
Tips
☕coffee available in garden café
🎻Florence Hennequin on cello
📖four salons, four time slots
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