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Do you want to explore thematic galleries dedicated to anthropology, ethnology, or even the history of the arts? We have found the ideal exhibition for you: “Mexica: gifts and gods at the Templo Mayor” at the Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac. At the heart of a rich historical context, the Quai Branly Museum reveals the fascinating epic of Mexica civilization. Also known as Aztecs, this people distinguished themselves by their excellence in various fields. Ranging from architecture to mathematics, also including astronomy. At the center of their majestic city, named Tenochtitlán, stood the Templo Mayor. True spiritual and political epicenter. The chance discovery of the Coyolxauhqui monolith in 1978 marked a turning point in the history of Mexican archaeology. It thus triggered ambitious excavations which revealed the depth as well as the complexity of Mexica religion and cosmology. Mexica at the Musée du Quai Branly: between divine gifts and archaeological discoveries For the first time in Europe, visitors will have the opportunity to discover the archaeological treasures of…

A new giant work is taking over the capital until May 21, 2024: “The Tree of a Thousand Voices” by Daniel Hourdé. After having left his mark on emblematic places such as the Pont des Arts, the Chapelle de la Salpêtrière, the Quai de Conti and the Museo de la Cancilleria in Mexico City... The French artist Daniel Hourdé invites us to discover his latest monumental work : “The Tree of a Thousand Voices”. Now located on the Pont du Carrousel, this tree, around ten meters high and made up of multiple books whose pages fly away, embodies strength as well as vitality. Furthermore, the golden reflection of the moving elements captured by the wind, illuminated by the sun's rays, evokes a promise of hope. Recurring theme in the work of Daniel Hourdé. The tree of a thousand voices: the incarnation of strength and life According to Daniel Hourdé, the tree has always symbolized strength and vitality. Its representation evokes fertility as well as the power of nature. Its sturdy roots and trunk support a…

The exhibition Carlo Zinelli, fifty years of artistic heritage lands from April 3 to May 17, 2024 in Paris at Appart Renoma. It confirms its programming of excellence in the field of outsider art which goes off the beaten track. In close collaboration with Art Paris, Richard Solti and the Ritsch-Fisch Gallery are offering a unique retrospective exhibition at the Appart. It allows us to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the death of the exceptional artist, Carlo Zinelli. Also known as "Carlo". Thus, this exhibition highlights more than 20 works by Carlo, produced between 1960 and 1973. It also includes paintings, double-sided works as well as bronze sculptures. These pieces offer a deep immersion into the creative universe of this major figure of outsider art. Moreover, the production continues to captivate and inspire the whole world! Carlo Zinelli: a leading figure in art brut Carlo's creations are distinguished by their unique figurative style. They mix human and animal silhouettes decorated with holes or stars. Onomatopoeia as well as the repetition of shapes and…

Le Bon Marché, Galeries Lafayette, Samaritaine and many others shaped the Parisian urban landscape in the 10th century. So, discover their story through a captivating exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. The Museum of Decorative Arts presents, from April 13 to October 2024, 1925, an exhibition dedicated to the emergence of department stores. Moreover, these emblematic buildings became, in the heart of the 1852th century, true symbols of modernity as well as consumerism. Le Bon Marché, Les Grands Magasins du Louvre, Au Printemps, La Samaritaine but also Galeries Lafayette reveal their essence through the intertwined stories of history, politics and society, from the Second Empire to their consecration during the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts of XNUMX. See this publication on Instagram A publication shared by MAD PARIS (@madparis) The birth of Department Stores at the Museum of Decorative Arts: a commercial revolution The exhibition highlights highlights the emergence and evolution of Parisian department stores from XNUMX. Thus, it illustrates…

Paris is an exciting city of art, fashion, music, gastronomy and much more. Thus, it constantly sees new exhibitions appearing in the many museums of our beautiful city. Here are the must-see exhibitions in April. “The world as it goes” at the Bourse du Commerce The exhibition “The world as it goes”, at the Bourse du Commerce from March 20, 2024 until September 2, 2024, presents an exclusive selection of works by the Pinault Collection, highlighting the vitality and diversity of contemporary art. Bringing together renowned artists such as Maurizio Cattelan and Jeff Koons as well as emerging talents, the exhibition explores philosophical reflections and questions about our times. Inspired by a tale by Voltaire, it offers an ambivalent vision of a world in movement, while inviting visitors to introspection through an immersive installation by Kimsooja. Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection – 2 Rue de Viarmes, 75001 Paris Paolo Roversi at the Palais Galliera From March 16 to…

Through a captivating exhibition, the Musée d'Orsay celebrates 150 years of Impressionism. Entitled “Paris 1874, inventing impressionism”, this exhibition-event will highlight the greatest masterpieces of this revolutionary artistic movement. Here is a must-see exhibition to see this spring! From March 26 to July 14, 2024, the Musée d'Orsay presents “Paris 1874, inventing impressionism”. This is an ideal opportunity to discover or rediscover nearly 130 works belonging to this exceptional artistic movement. The exhibition thus traces the emergence of an artistic movement in a rapidly changing world. Among the greatest Parisian artists, we find Degas, Renoir, Cézanne… and of course Claude Monet, famous for being the pioneer of Impressionism with his painting “Impression, Rising Sun”, painted in 1872. “What They Seem to seek above all, it is the impression” For the record, 150 years ago, April 15, 1874, marked the opening in Paris of the first impressionist exhibition. Indeed, Monet, Renoir, Degas, Morisot, Pissarro, Sisley as well as Cézanne, among others, decided to organize their own exhibition outside the official circuits. …