La Païva: Le Salon de La Païva

Inspired by the story of La Païva, the most famous French courtesan, who reigned as an extravagant hostess in her luxurious mansion in Paris.

La Païva was known for the opulent literary Salon and lavish feasts she hosted at Hôtel de la Païva at 25 Avenue des Champs-Elysées.

The Salon was frequented by prominent writers and artists, including Gustave Flaubert, Émile Zola, and Eugène Delacroix.