Once a monument to opulence, now a repository of France's art and design

A wealthy Marseille merchant, Louis Borély, had this chateau built in the 18th century, paying Charles-Louis Clérisseau, a designer who also worked on the Palace of Versailles, to create this Provencal-style manor. Initially located at the heart of Borély Park, the chateau was designed to showcase the family's wealth and status. However, the chateau was donated to the city in the 19th century, and it went on to house an archaeological museum for several years. Today, the Château Borély is home to the Museum of Decorative Arts, Earthenware and Fashion, a striking contrast of multi-colored tiles against the classic chateau architecture. Once a monument to opulence, the chateau now stands as a repository of France's art and design heritage.

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