Cédric Fauq Named Curator of Contemporary International Art at Moderna Museet
Cédric Fauq will assume the role of Curator of Contemporary International Art at Moderna Museet starting December 1, 2026. The French-born scholar, aged 31, presently holds the position of Chief Curator at Capc Musée d’art contemporain in Bordeaux. His professional experience includes curatorial roles at Nottingham Contemporary and Palais de Tokyo. Fauq earned his Master’s degree in Curating Contemporary Art at the Royal College of Art in London. Museum Director Tone Hansen expressed enthusiasm for Fauq’s appointment, emphasizing his potential to integrate art with elements of public installations, architecture, and design, enriching the museum's vision.
Key facts
- Cédric Fauq appointed Curator of Contemporary International Art at Moderna Museet
- Start date: December 1, 2026
- Fauq currently Chief Curator and Head of Programmes and Collections at Capc Musée d’art contemporain de Bordeaux
- Previously held curatorial positions at Palais de Tokyo and Nottingham Contemporary
- Born in 1992 in France
- Holds an MA in Curating Contemporary Art from the Royal College of Art, London
- Tone Hansen is Director of Moderna Museet
- Moderna Museet is preparing for a next chapter bringing together art, public art, architecture, and design
Entities
Artists
- Cédric Fauq
- Tone Hansen
Institutions
- Moderna Museet
- Capc Musée d’art contemporain de Bordeaux
- Palais de Tokyo
- Nottingham Contemporary
- Royal College of Art
Locations
- France
- Bordeaux
- London