The Maison Denise Masson, in partnership with the French Institute of Marrakech, welcomes author Robin Walter for a discussion about his graphic novel. Aunt Suzanne, Orientalist painter, pioneer of Fine ArtsThis event celebrates the career of an artist who has long remained in the shadows.
An unjustly forgotten artist
Granddaughter of the sculptor Charles Cordier (1827-1905), Suzanne Drouet Réveillaud was a 20th-century Orientalist painter and one of the pioneers of the École des Beaux-Arts. A cousin of Denise Masson, she had a life story that art history has too long neglected.
A comic strip born from family archives
Published in January 2026, the album is by Robin Walter, who once again delves into his family archives. He recounts the wildly romantic life of Suzanne Drouet Réveillaud, a great painter, through a story rich in emotions and discoveries.
The book highlights a woman's struggles for emancipation and art, while reflecting the tumultuous history of her time. This journey, both intimate and universal, testifies to the importance of passing on knowledge and experience.
Practical information
Date: Friday, October 30, 2026
Schedule: 18:30 p.m.
Location: Maison Denise Masson, Marrakech
Guest: Robin Walter
Theme: Meeting about comic books Aunt Suzanne
Organized by: Maison Denise Masson and the French Institute of Marrakech
