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Richard Leray is the last custodian of a know-how unique in France: stencil art illumination or the art of image makers. Discover in his workshop this 14th century art print technique registered with the National Institute of Crafts.

Richard Leray is the last custodian of a know-how unique in France and Europe: stencil art illumination. Master of this 14th century know-how, since 1994 he has exhibited in his workshop-gallery, in France and abroad, copies of old works and creations. The visitor is introduced to this art print technique as subtle and delicate as it is rare. Lover of the verb, Richard Leray also offers his calligrams or spatial poetry, expressed in the languages ​​that accompany it: French, English and Hebrew.

Duration:

From: 01 / 04 / 24 To: 04 / 07 / 24
  • Monday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
  • Tuesday :
    closed
  • Wednesday :
    closed
  • Thursday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
  • Friday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
  • On Saturday:
    from 10AM to 00PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
  • Sunday:
    from 10AM to 00PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
From: 05 / 07 / 24 To: 01 / 09 / 24
  • Monday :
    from 09AM to 30PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
  • Tuesday :
    from 14AM to 30PM
  • Wednesday :
    from 09AM to 30PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
  • Thursday :
    from 09AM to 30PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
  • Friday :
    from 09AM to 30PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
  • On Saturday:
    from 09AM to 30PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
  • Sunday:
    from 09AM to 30PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
From: 02 / 09 / 24 To: 22 / 12 / 24
  • Monday :
    closed
  • Tuesday :
    closed
  • Wednesday :
    closed
  • Thursday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
  • Friday :
    from 10AM to 00PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
  • On Saturday:
    from 10AM to 00PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.
  • Sunday:
    from 10AM to 00PM
    and from 14 p.m. to 00 p.m.

Exceptional closures for exhibitions and conferences. Information at the workshop.

Duration of visit: 30 minutes for individuals (free visit) / 1h30 for groups (guided visit).
Guided tour by reservation, 25 people maximum, 10 people minimum.

Prices

Individual: free and self-guided visit - Group: €5.

  • Payment Methods: Bank/credit card, Check, Cash, Transfer

Pratical information

Spoken languages
  • Français
  • English
Services
  • Pet Friendly
Equipments Parking
  • Parking nearby
Adapted tourism criteria
  • Wheelchair accessible with assistance

Contact information

Festina Lente Workshop
16 Sainte Catherine alley
49590 Fontevraud-l'Abbaye