Major French Retrospective of Magdalena Abakanowicz at Musée Bourdelle
The Musée Bourdelle in Paris is hosting the first comprehensive French retrospective of Polish artist Magdalena Abakanowicz, a pioneer in contemporary sculpture and textile art. Running from November 20, 2025, to April 12, 2026, the exhibition traces her career from early textile works to large-scale installations, exploring themes of the body, society, and time. It highlights her use of materials as metaphors and contextualizes her practice within post-war Polish and European history, offering visitors an immersive look at her artistic vision and impact.
Key facts
- Magdalena Abakanowicz is a Polish artist known for pioneering contemporary sculpture and textile art.
- The exhibition at Musée Bourdelle in Paris runs from November 20, 2025, to April 12, 2026.
- It features works such as the Abakans, Dos, Figures dansantes, Embryology, La Foule V, Mutants, and Jeux de guerre.
Entities
Artists
Institutions
- Musée Bourdelle
Locations
- Paris
- Poland