Ed Ruscha Draws Crowds at Jeu de Paume Opening
The Galerie nationale du Jeu de Paume in Paris hosted a major exhibition of Ed Ruscha from January 31 to April 30, 2006. The opening night saw an unusually large crowd, with wealthy couples discussing recently purchased works. Ruscha played the role of a star with seriousness and amusement, shaking hands, making toasts, and discussing his career.
Key facts
- Exhibition at Galerie nationale du Jeu de Paume, Paris
- Dates: January 31 to April 30, 2006
- Unusually large crowd at the opening
- Wealthy couples commented on recently purchased paintings
- Ruscha engaged with visitors, shaking hands and making toasts
Entities
Artists
- Ed Ruscha
Institutions
- Galerie nationale du Jeu de Paume
Locations
- Paris
- France
Sources
- artpress —