Attention to all the Parisians who love cultural outings, 2023 promises to be full of discoveries and emotions! Art, history, architecture, archaeology, and much more. This year, your favorite museums are opening their doors wide with an incredible lineup. You've been eagerly waiting for it, and here it is: the top most anticipated exhibitions of 2023!
1. The cross-influences of Giovanni Bellini at the Jacquemart-André Museum
With the return of sunny days, the Jacquemart-André Museum invites you to (re)discover the work of the great master of painting, Giovanni Bellini, who, throughout his life, sought new influences. Through around fifty artworks, explore the journey of the father of the Venetian school, who paved the way for an art of color and tone, which became the hallmark of the 16th-century Venetian art. Throughout his career, this artist, who had Giorgione and Titian as his students, constantly renewed his artistic language while maintaining his uniqueness. In a thematic and chronological exploration, visitors decipher the master's pictorial language, made up of correspondences and influences. And above all, it's the opportunity to discover artworks from private collections, some of which have never been shown before.I've never shown her to the public before.
Giovanni Bellini, Cross Influences Musée Jacquemart-André 158, boulevard Haussmann - 8th From March 3rd to July 17th More information on the website
2. Norman Foster at the Centre Pompidou
From October 6th, the Centre Pompidou is hosting a retrospective exhibition dedicated to the famous British architect Norman Foster. The exhibition showcases Foster's iconic works and explores his innovative design approach. It offers visitors a unique opportunity to discover the architect's creative process and his vision for the future of urban architecture. Don't miss this chance to delve into the world of one of the most influential figures in contemporary architecture.
What do the Reichstag Building, 30 St Mary Axe in the City of London - also known as The Gherkin - and the Millau Viaduct all have in common? Behind these buildings lies one name: Norman Foster. As a major figure in world architecture, this British architect is responsible for numerous spectacular and iconic projects around the globe. With over 2000 square meters, you can discover the behind-the-scenes of a hundred architecture and design projects from the leader of the "high tech" movement. Immerse yourself in the daily life of the architect by exploring his work notebooks, extensive drawing studio, and multiple models and prototypes. As an architect of networks, exchange systems, and transportation, Norman Foster has always sought to reconcile technological progress with a sustainable ecological approach.nbsp;
Norman Foster Centre Pompidou Place Georges-Pompidou – 4th arrondissement From May 10 to August 7 More info on the website
3. Basquiat and Warholworking together at the Louis Vuitton Foundation
For its 2023 programming, the Louis Vuitton Foundation is not holding back. Headlining the lineup: Basquiat and Warhol brought together in an unmissable exhibition. Following the success of the Jean-Michel Basquiat retrospective in 2018, the foundation presents the artist's work from a new perspective, through his collaboration with Andy Warhol. Basquiat x Warhol, working together is a captivating exhibition showcasing the artistic synergy between these two iconic figures.
us importante exposition jamais consacrée à cette œuvre multiple et singulière. Au fil de votre déambulation, vous croiserez aussi des œuvres individuelles ainsi qu'un ensemble de travaux de Keith Haring et Jenny Holzer pour restituer la scène artistique bouillonnante du Downtown new-yorkais des années 1980. Avec plus d'une centaine de toiles communes, cette exposition inédite vous réserve un parcours riche et croisé entre les deux légendes de l'art contemporain, à découvrir à partir d'avril prochain.
Basquiat x Warhol – Together Louis Vuitton Foundation 8 Mahatma Gandhi Avenue – 16th arrondissement From April 5th to August 28th, 2023 More information on the websitee
4. A majestic tree of life at the Sainte-Chapelle de Vincennes
The artist Joana Vasconcelos has taken over the Sainte-Chapelle of the Château de Vincennes by planting a tree of life covered in 100,000 black, red, and gold leaves, all embroidered and woven by hand in the artist's workshops. Known for her monumental sculptures, the artist was inspired by the history of the place to create her tree, which reaches a height of 13 meters. Created specifically for the Sainte-Chapelle as part of the France-Portugal Season 2022, the tree echoes Daphne, a mythological female figure transformed into a tree to escape Apollo. By integrating...With irony and humor, Joana Vasconcelos creates a connection between the domestic environment and public space, questioning what craftsmanship can be in the 21st century. Her majestic creations also question the status of women, consumer society, and collective identity.
Here is a video showcasing her work:
You can experience her piece, "Arbre de vie," at the Sainte-Chapelle du Château de Vincennes in Spring 2023. For more information, visit their website: here.
5. Money in Art at the Monnaie de Paris
From antiquity and its myths to the present day, art and money have always had a complex relationship. In an unprecedented journey, approximately 200 pieces of different natures, periods, and backgrounds testify to over 20 centuries of art history. Guided by several themes such as "Luxury and Poverty," "The World of Finance," or "What does the artist sell?", discover the multiple representations of money in art. While strolling through the historic halls of the Hôtel de la Monnaie, the visitor grasps the close connection between art and money, a theme that has given rise to a rich and enduring imaginary and has inspired great artists such as Simon Vouet, Degas, Renoir, Arman, and Warhol. From the origins to the invention of the art market, passing through various professions...
Chagall, Paris - New York and Paul Klee, painting music Atelier des Lumières 38, rue Saint-Maur – 11th arrondissement From February 17, 2023 to January 7, 2024 More info on the website
7. Ramses and the Gold of the Pharaohs, a journey to ancient Egypt at La Villette
After the success of the Toutankhamon exhibition in 2019, La Villette invites you to dive into the heart of the kingdom of Ramses II, the great pharaoh of the golden age of Egypt. Discover an exceptional collection featuring over 180 original pieces, including masterpieces of Egyptian art such as sarcophagi, statues, and jewelry. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of ancient Egypt and experience the grandeur of this ancient civilization. Don't miss this unique opportunity to travel through time and explore the wonders of Ramses and the Pharaohs' treasures. Book your tickets now!
Exhibited for the first time outside of Egypt. Remarkable jewelry, spectacular royal masks, furniture from the tombs of Tanis, the exhibition reveals the treasure of one of the greatest builders of ancient Egypt. Embark on a joyful journey through time, more than 3000 years back, with an exciting virtual reality experience to discover the fabulous temple of Abu Simbel or the tomb of Nefertari.
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"Ramses and the Gold of the Pharaohs"
Grande Halle de la Villette
211, avenue Jean-Jaures - 19th
From April 7th to September 6th
More information on the website.
8. Manet and Degas reunited at the Musée d'Orsay
Unmissable painters of the 1860-80s, Édouard Manet and Edgar Degas will soon be exhibited together at the Musée d'Orsay, in a unique journey filled with masterpieces that have never been brought together before. From an ephemeral companionship to a tenacious rivalry, these two giants of painting, with their different personalities and tastes, have nonetheless maintained a strong connection throughout their careers. Even in intimacy, everything sets them apart : while Manet, open and sociable, shone in public, Degas preferred a secretive lifestyle. By highlighting the contrasts between the respective works of these two painters, visitors are invited to take a fresh look at pictorial modernity, in all its heterogeneity and diversity.Conflictual, yet nourished by these differences.
Manet / Degas Musée d'Orsay 1, rue de la Légion-d'Honneur – 7th From March 28th to July 3rd More info on the website
9. Sarah Bernhardt, a star ahead of her time
This spring, the "Divine" Sarah Bernhardt is honored with an exceptional exhibition at the heart of the Petit Palais.
Palais***. Sarah Bernhardt, the indomitable actress and artist with the "golden voice," was a true star ahead of her time and a symbol of the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Using her image for her own publicity and always keeping up with the latest trends, she triumphed on stages worldwide. With over 400 exhibited works, this exhibit showcases the life and career of this multi-talented artist. From her greatest roles to her personal life, costumes, posters, photographs, and objects reveal her talent and eccentricities. Sarah Bernhardt, a painter, writer, and above all a sculptor, fascinated audiences of her time and continues to captivate visitors today.*
10. A perfectly styled exhibition at the Museum of Decorative Arts
Since 2013, the Museum of Decorative Arts has been exploring the relationship between the body and fashion. AfterThe Mechanics of Underwear (2013), Proper Attire Required! (2017), and Stride and Swagger (2019), the renowned institution is back with a fourth exhibition on hair and fur. For centuries, our hairstyles and fur have been an integral part of our appearances. They are true symbols of identity and expression. This exhibition pays tribute to the diversity and creativity of hair and fur throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern times. From intricate hairstyles to luxurious fur coats, prepare to be amazed by the artistic and cultural significance of hair and fur. Don't miss this unique journey into the world of style and aesthetics at the Museum of Decorative Arts. It's an exhibition that's truly "hair-raising"!
Phenomena of fashion, hairstyles reflect social and cultural codes, just like hair. Elongated, cut, colored, hidden or exhibited, hair is an essential element of self-presentation; whether it affirms adherence to a trend or is a sign of protest, it has many meanings: femininity, masculinity, negligence, and more. From wigs and hairpieces to the professions of barbers and hairdressers, as well as facial and body hair issues, this journey retraces the history of hairstyles and hair from the time of Marie-Antoinette to the present day. As an extraordinary material cherished by contemporary creation, hair and fur continue to surprise you!
Giovanni Bellini and workshop, Virgin and Child, around 1500, oil on wood panel, 131 x 103 cm, Musée Jacquemart-André, Paris, Photo : © Culturespaces / Studio Sébert Photographes
Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol, 6,99, 1984 © Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat Licensed by Artestar, New York © The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. / ADAGP, Paris 2022
