Outdoor with timetable
In the early 20th century, as the Vaud Riviera became a major tourist destination, the Compagnie Générale de Navigation (CGN), based on Lake Geneva, built eight large paddle steamboats with luxurious lounges. ‘La Suisse’ and ‘Vevey’, among other such ‘Belle Epoque’ boats, have since become an integral part of the local lake scenery. These landmarks were immortalised in photo by Vincent Jendly since 2012. The Swiss photographer presents this iconic heritage of Lake Geneva in a timeless manner, combining long exposures taken in winter with subtle digital effects to make the images cleaner. Photographed this way, these ships float between past and present. Vincent Jendly evokes his childhood trips on Lake Geneva and revives memories for local residents and passing tourists. His Belle Époque pays tribute to this historic fleet, presented in the park by the Nestlé international headquarters, whose distinctive architecture resonates with the elegance of these steel giants from times gone by.
Exhibition layout and design by Images Vevey and the artist
In collaboration with Nestlé and CGN
