Black Paris
The Centre Pompidou presents Paris Noir, an exhibition highlighting the significant contributions of Black artists from Africa, the Americas, and the Caribbean in shaping modern and postmodern art in France from the 1950s to 2000. Featuring works by 150 artists, many of whom are being showcased in France for the first time, the exhibition explores themes of identity, resistance, and trans-cultural artistic expressions. Runs through June 30, 2025.
This exhibition will take place at the Centre Pompidou (Gallery 1, Level 6) at Place Georges-Pompidou, 75004 Paris, France.
Exhibition Description
Paris Noir delves into the vibrant and cosmopolitan art scene of Paris, emphasizing the city's role as a hub for artistic innovation and anti-colonial discourse. The exhibition traces the evolution of Black artistic presence in France, from the inception of the Présence Africaine review to the establishment of Revue Noire. Visitors will encounter a diverse array of artistic practices, including Afro-Atlantic abstractions, surrealism, and free figuration, underscoring the pivotal role of artists of African descent in redefining modernisms and postmodernisms. Contemporary installations by Valérie John, Nathalie Leroy Fiévee, Jay Ramier, and Shuck One provide modern perspectives, enriching the historical narrative.
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