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Paris is known for its vibrant art scene, and this year's lineup of museum exhibitions proves that the city is still at the forefront of the art world. From groundbreaking retrospectives to thought-provoking contemporary shows, the quality of exhibitions on offer this spring and summer are truly exceptional. Whether you're a seasoned art lover or just starting to explore the world of art, here are some of the best exhibitions to catch in Paris during the first half of the year.
Matisse, Cahiers d'art — The Pivotal 1930s
Musée de l'Orangerie
Until 29 May 2023
The exhibition recounts a significant moment in Matisse's artistic career, which occurred during his journey to Tahiti in 1930. The Cahiers d'art, a renowned avant-garde journal, provides an exploration of the artist's production during this period, offering unique insight into Matisse's evolution as an artist.
Musée de l'Orangerie
Until 29 May 2023
The exhibition recounts a significant moment in Matisse's artistic career, which occurred during his journey to Tahiti in 1930. The Cahiers d'art, a renowned avant-garde journal, provides an exploration of the artist's production during this period, offering unique insight into Matisse's evolution as an artist.
Giovanni Bellini, 'Influences croisées'
Musée Jacquemart-André
Until 17 July 2023
This exhibition presents a selection of around fifty paintings from various parts of Europe, displayed chronologically and thematically, that trace Bellini's artistic development. Alongside Bellini's works are pieces by artists who influenced him, such as his brother Gentile Bellini, his brother-in-law Mantegna, Donatello, Flemish painters, and his own pupils, including Giorgione and Titian. The exhibition offers visitors a unique opportunity to appreciate Bellini's artistic style and his contributions to the artistic landscape of his time.
Musée Jacquemart-André
Until 17 July 2023
This exhibition presents a selection of around fifty paintings from various parts of Europe, displayed chronologically and thematically, that trace Bellini's artistic development. Alongside Bellini's works are pieces by artists who influenced him, such as his brother Gentile Bellini, his brother-in-law Mantegna, Donatello, Flemish painters, and his own pupils, including Giorgione and Titian. The exhibition offers visitors a unique opportunity to appreciate Bellini's artistic style and his contributions to the artistic landscape of his time.
Manet / Degas
Musée d'Orsay
Until 23 July 2023
This exhibition features remarkable works by two prominent 19th century painters, Edouard Manet and Edgar Degas. It aims to explore the similarities and differences between these two artists in terms of their styles, subject matter, aesthetic preferences, as well as their personal lives including family, friends, and professional connections in the art world. Developed in collaboration with the Musée de l'Orangerie and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, this exhibition not only showcases the artists' friendship and rivalry throughout their careers, but also provides insight into the richness and modernity of their artwork.
Musée d'Orsay
Until 23 July 2023
This exhibition features remarkable works by two prominent 19th century painters, Edouard Manet and Edgar Degas. It aims to explore the similarities and differences between these two artists in terms of their styles, subject matter, aesthetic preferences, as well as their personal lives including family, friends, and professional connections in the art world. Developed in collaboration with the Musée de l'Orangerie and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, this exhibition not only showcases the artists' friendship and rivalry throughout their careers, but also provides insight into the richness and modernity of their artwork.
Basquiat X Warhol
Painting Four Hands. Fondation Louis Vuitton
Until 28 August 2023
The show celebrates the artistic collaboration between two artists from New York in the 80s. During this time, they jointly created a total of 160 paintings, some of which are considered among the most significant works of their respective careers. The exhibition showcases over 100 paintings from this period, along with individual pieces by both Basquiat and Warhol. In addition, it features works by other artists who were part of the same artistic movement that emerged in New York during the 1980s, including Keith Haring and Kenny Scharf.
Painting Four Hands. Fondation Louis Vuitton
Until 28 August 2023
The show celebrates the artistic collaboration between two artists from New York in the 80s. During this time, they jointly created a total of 160 paintings, some of which are considered among the most significant works of their respective careers. The exhibition showcases over 100 paintings from this period, along with individual pieces by both Basquiat and Warhol. In addition, it features works by other artists who were part of the same artistic movement that emerged in New York during the 1980s, including Keith Haring and Kenny Scharf.
Sarah Bernhardt, and the woman created the star
Petit Palais
Until 27 August 2023
The exhibition offers a glimpse into the life of this famous figure both on stage and in her studio. Visitors can explore Bernhardt's life, theatrical roles, and her activities as a painter, sculptor, and writer. The exhibition also sheds light on her personal life, including her associations with other artists and authors such as Gustave Doré, Alphonse Mucha, Victor Hugo, and Sacha Guitry.
Petit Palais
Until 27 August 2023
The exhibition offers a glimpse into the life of this famous figure both on stage and in her studio. Visitors can explore Bernhardt's life, theatrical roles, and her activities as a painter, sculptor, and writer. The exhibition also sheds light on her personal life, including her associations with other artists and authors such as Gustave Doré, Alphonse Mucha, Victor Hugo, and Sacha Guitry.
Avant l'Orage
Bourse de Commerce
Until 11 September 2023
Pinault Collection presents a series of exhibitions named Avant l'orage, which takes visitors on a path that transcends from darkness to brightness, as they explore works from nearly 15 different artists, both established and emerging. The exhibition features installations and artworks, some of which are already widely recognized, while others are new creations, that occupy different areas of the venue.
Bourse de Commerce
Until 11 September 2023
Pinault Collection presents a series of exhibitions named Avant l'orage, which takes visitors on a path that transcends from darkness to brightness, as they explore works from nearly 15 different artists, both established and emerging. The exhibition features installations and artworks, some of which are already widely recognized, while others are new creations, that occupy different areas of the venue.
L'Argent dans l'Art ('Money in Art')
La Monnaie de Paris
Until 24 September 2023
Exploring the intersection of art and money, a new exhibition presents nearly 150 pieces from various eras in which an imaginary world of money unfolds. From the first representations of myths in Antiquity to the vision of the art market in the 19th and 20th centuries, visitors can discover how artists have portrayed the theme of money throughout history. The exhibition examines various themes, including "The Christian morality of money," "The world of finance," and "The value of art: what does the artist sell?" Featured artists include Degas, Renoir, Louis le Nain, Arman, and Warhol.
La Monnaie de Paris
Until 24 September 2023
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