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Lionel Sabatté's Paleolithic Impulses on View in Cajarc and Saint-Cirq-Lapopie

exhibition · 2026-08-26

French artist Lionel Sabatté presents recent works, including sculptures, drawings, and tapestries, in two venues in the Lot region of France. The exhibitions, held in Cajarc and Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, draw on Sabatté's childhood visit to the Rouffignac cave, which left a lasting impression and informs his current practice. The works, mostly very recent, explore themes of prehistoric art and human origins. The shows are part of a broader cultural program in the region, highlighting the dialogue between contemporary art and the area's rich prehistoric heritage. Sabatté is known for his innovative use of materials, often incorporating organic matter and found objects into his pieces. The exhibitions offer visitors a chance to see the artist's latest output in a setting that resonates with the ancient landscapes that inspired him.

Key facts

  • Lionel Sabatté exhibits in Cajarc and Saint-Cirq-Lapopie.
  • The works include sculptures, drawings, and tapestries.
  • Most of the works are very recent.
  • Sabatté was influenced by a childhood visit to the Rouffignac cave.
  • The exhibitions are in the Lot region of France.
  • The shows are part of a cultural program in the region.

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Artists

Locations

  • Cajarc
  • Saint-Cirq-Lapopie
  • France
  • Rouffignac cave

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