Museum Exhibitions / Paris 2024 S1
Paris offers a captivating cultural experience with an exceptional lineup of museum exhibitions in early 2024. From retrospectives on iconic artists to showcases of contemporary movements and historic artifacts, the city's museums present diverse exhibits that highlight the richness of art and history. Whether you are a fan of Impressionism, fascinated by ancient civilizations, or intrigued by modern artistic expressions, there is something for everyone. In this post, we have curated a list of must-see exhibitions featured in Paris's top museums over the coming months. These exhibitions promise to provide profound insights and unforgettable artistic experiences.
Brancusi © Centre Pompidou / Audrey Laurans, 2024
Brancusi
Centre Pompidou
March 27 - July 1, 2024

Before its temporary closure for renovations, the Centre Pompidou hosts an extensive exhibition dedicated to Romanian sculptor Constantin Brancusi. Featuring nearly 200 sculptures, photos, drawings, and films, this is the largest French retrospective of Brancusi's work, highlighting his influence on modern sculpture.
Claude Monet, Impression, Soleil Levant, 1872, Paris, Musée Marmottan Monet
Don Eugène et Victorine Donop de Monchy (donateurs)
© musée Marmottan Monet, Paris / Studio Baraja SLB
Paris 1874, Inventing Impressionism
Musée d'Orsay
March 26 - July 14, 2024

This exhibition brings together 130 works to showcase the revolutionary Impressionist movement. Featuring artists like Monet, Degas, and Renoir, it provides a perspective on how these artists broke away from realism and created a new artistic language that transformed European art.
Exhibition view of "L’Atelier Rouge" at the Fondation Louis Vuitton © François Bouchon / Le Figaro
Matisse. L'Atelier Rouge
Fondation Louis Vuitton
May 4 - September 9, 2024

TThis exhibition centers around Henri Matisse's masterpiece "L'Atelier Rouge," created in 1911. It provides an intimate look at the painter's studio and the works present there, alongside additional pieces and archival materials that shed light on this emblematic canvas.
Jean Hélion, L'homme à la joue rouge, 1943 © ADAGP / Musée de l'Art Moderne de Paris
Jean Hélion. The Prose of the World
Musée d'Art Moderne
March 22 - August 18, 2024

Explore the works of Jean Hélion, the French painter who brought abstract art to the United States. This retrospective includes over 150 works, providing an overview of his career from his early experiments to his major successes, restoring this influential artist to his rightful place in art history.
Exhibition view of "Le monde comme il va" at the Bourse de commerce de Paris © collection Pinault, DIMITAR DILKOFF / AFP
Le Monde Comme Il Va
Bourse de Commerce
March 20 - September 2, 2024

This monumental exhibition at the Bourse de Commerce showcases contemporary art from the 1980s to the present day, featuring works from the Pinault Collection. It includes pieces by renowned artists such as Jeff Koons and Cindy Sherman, offering a thought-provoking exploration of modern artistic expression.
Exhibition view of “The Act of Looking” at Musée de l’Orangerie © Robert Ryman, Aesence/ Sarah Dorweiler
Robert Ryman Retrospective. The act of looking
Musée de l'Orangerie
March 6 - July 1, 2024

This retrospective focuses on the minimalist works of American artist Robert Ryman, showcasing his unique approach to painting and conceptual art. The exhibition offers a comprehensive look at his influential career, emphasizing his exploration of color and form.
Ellsworth Kelly, Yellow Curve, 1990 © Ellsworth Kelly Foundation Courtesy Glenstone Museum, Potomac, Maryland / Ron Amstutz
Ellsworth Kelly. Shapes and Colors
Fondation Louis Vuitton
May 7 - September 9, 2024

Showcasing the influential works of Ellsworth Kelly, this exhibition brings together approximately one hundred pieces, including paintings, sculptures, and drawings, from various museums and private collections, highlighting his significant contributions to American abstract art.
Jan Van Eyck, "The Madonna of Chancellor Rolin" (c. 1430),after restoration © RMN-GRAND PALAIS/MUSÉE DU LOUVRE/MICHEL URTADO
Van Eyck: The Virgin of Chancellor Rolin
Louvre Museum
March 20 - June 17, 2024

The Louvre presents an in-depth exhibition centered around the newly restored "The Virgin of Chancellor Rolin" by Jan van Eyck. The display includes sixty items such as painted panels, manuscripts, and goldsmith's objects, enriching the understanding of this masterpiece and its historical context.
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