One of the core missions of Lionel Servant, Le Negresco’s General Manager, consists in continuing and perpetuating the legacy established by Madame Augier*. The year 2022 marks an important milestone for Le Negresco in the conservation of its heritage and will cement the status of Nice as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as « Winter Resort Town of the Riviera». Le Negresco exceeds its annual renovation policy from 10 to 15 rooms and proudly unveils as followed the 2022 Le Negresco Hotel Collection!
During the first months of 2022, the façade has been partly restored and will be finalized by the end of 2024.
Designed by the architect Edouard Niermans (inauguration of Le Negresco Hotel in 1913) and classified Historical Monument in 2003, this façade epitomises the “belle époque” style. To return to its former glory, Antoine Madelénat (Architect of the French Historical Monuments) has applied his extensive expertise and passion for heritage through the application of innovative techniques able to withstanding spindrift. Moreover, four original elements of the façade will be restored: the four-metre-high fire pots.
Under the supervision of our “haute couture” upholsterers – who are members of the Compagnons du Devoir – our three Deluxe Sea view Suites have been undergone a lifting provided by some of the greatest houses, which most of them are labelled Living Heritage Company as Le Negresco!
Suite Marie-Antoinette n°322 reveals its new wardrobe. The breath-taking blue and yellow wall fabrics manufactured by Tassinari & Chatel are the same as those in Louis XVI’s library in Versailles; the headboard created by Henryot was inspired by the one found in Marie-Antoinette’s room at the Petit Trianon, which was crafted by Georges Jacob (master menuisier in 1787). Finally, the gilded brass chandelier bears the signature of Lucien Gau.
Suite Marie Leszczynska n°222, decorated in soft blue and pink shades, pays tribute to Marie Leszczynska’s dedication to the education of disadvantaged young girls and her love of art. The spirit of the 18th century permeates every detail of the Suite: from the headboard to the two chests of drawers showcasing the art of marquetry, to the wall fabrics signed by the Declercq Passementiers.
Suite Montserrat Caballé n°122 colored with red and yellow, honors Montserrat Caballé who was a loyal guest of the hotel. A stunning portrait of the Diva, gifted to Madame Augier, welcomes you as soon as you enter the Suite. From the monumental headboard covered with gold leaves to the wall hangings crafted by Pierre Frey and Rubelli, the Suite reflects the Napoleon III style
Inspired by Louis XV.
The three Suites benefited from a judicious collaboration with Régis Godlberg, Meilleur Ouvrier de France (Best Craftman), who brought his expertise to all the staff plaster work completed.
The 2022 Collection will ensure that Le Negresco hotel will pursue and protect Madame’s art work by learning from the past to write the future!
*owner from 1957 to 2019 who has created Le Negresco’s unique art collection and concept.
