How to travel France in the footsteps of Pierre Bonnard

We explore the places that shaped the artist described by Matisse as ‘the greatest of us all’, and whose work stars in the upcoming NGV’s Winter Masterpieces show.

The panorama from the top of Sacré-Coeur Basilica in Montmartre, which was Bonnard’s stamping ground in Paris. Alamy

Sue Bennett

May 24, 2023 – 5.00am

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From the steps of the Sacré-Coeur Basilica at the top of Montmartre village, a breathtaking panorama of Paris unfolds before your eyes.

The metropolis lies a steep 95 metres below and, on a clear day, it’s easy to draw an imaginary line to the shining gold tip of the Luxor Obelisk in Place de la Concorde.