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Cher peintre Exhibition at Centre Pompidou (2002)

exhibition · 2026-04-23

The exhibition "Cher peintre" was held at the Centre Georges-Pompidou in Paris, France, from June 12, 2002, to September 2, 2002. The show explored the figure of the painter in contemporary art, featuring works that interrogate the role and identity of the painter. The exhibition included a range of artists whose practices engage with painting as a medium and concept. The Centre Pompidou, a major Parisian institution dedicated to modern and contemporary art, hosted the event. The exhibition's title, "Cher peintre" (Dear Painter), suggests a direct address to the artist, framing the show as a dialogue about painting's place in the 21st century. The event was covered by artpress, a French art magazine, which published a PDF file related to the exhibition.

Key facts

  • Exhibition titled 'Cher peintre'
  • Held at Centre Georges-Pompidou, Paris, France
  • Dates: June 12, 2002 to September 2, 2002
  • Explored the figure of the painter in contemporary art
  • Featured works interrogating the role and identity of the painter
  • Covered by artpress magazine
  • PDF file available for download

Entities

Institutions

  • Centre Georges-Pompidou
  • artpress

Locations

  • Paris
  • France

Sources