"Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc," Slim Aarons, January 1, 1969

41" x 30" Framed (Inquire about more sizes)

This captivating photograph captures waterskiing from the Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc in Cap d'Antibes, France, in 1969. The image epitomizes the sophisticated leisure culture that defined the French Riviera's golden age as the ultimate playground for international high society. The legendary Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc, which opened its doors in 1887 as an artist's retreat, represents the pinnacle of Mediterranean luxury hospitality, where Hollywood royalty, European aristocracy, and global luminaries gathered to experience the perfect fusion of natural beauty and refined elegance. Set against the azure waters of the Mediterranean, this photograph showcases the effortless glamour that made the hotel one of the French Riviera's most luxurious institutions. The scene captures the essence of la dolce vita at its most authentic, when waterskiing from the hotel's private waterfront represented the ultimate expression of privileged leisure, combining athletic adventure with the timeless sophistication that has made Cap d'Antibes synonymous with Continental elegance.