Bilal Hamdad's 'Paname' exhibition at Petit Palais juxtaposes contemporary Parisian life with historical collections
At the Petit Palais in Paris, a solo exhibition titled 'Paname' showcases twenty realistic artworks by Bilal Hamdad, an artist originally from Algeria. Curated by Annick Lemoine and Sixtine de Saint-Léger, the exhibition features two new oil paintings and interacts with the museum's permanent collection. Hamdad's artwork captures everyday life in Paris, emphasizing its varied communities. Key pieces include 'Olivia' (2025), which addresses gender representation, and 'Garçon sur trottinette' (2024), inspired by Manet. Additionally, 'Café des Anges' (2022) and 'Rive droite' (2021) reflect urban diversity, with 'Rive droite' specifically illustrating the Barbès Rochechouart metro area. The exhibition will be open until February 8.
Key facts
- The exhibition 'Paname' features twenty realist paintings by Bilal Hamdad
- Two new oil paintings were created specifically for this show
- Curated by Annick Lemoine and Sixtine de Saint-Léger
- Hamdad's works are displayed alongside the Petit Palais's permanent collection
- The exhibition runs until February 8
- Hamdad uses photography as a sketchbook in his artistic process
- Paintings depict everyday Parisian scenes and diverse populations
- Works create dialogues with historical pieces from the 19th century
Entities
Artists
- Bilal Hamdad
- Annick Lemoine
- Sixtine de Saint-Léger
- Carolus Duran
- Édouard Manet
- Fernand Pelez
- Leon Lhermitte
- Ernest Barriss
- Pierre Jean David
Institutions
- Petit Palais
- Canvas
- artpress
Locations
- Paris
- France
- Algeria