Ippodo Gallery Brings Japanese Craft to Fine Arts Paris 2026
Ippodo Gallery is set to make its inaugural appearance at Fine Arts Paris, showcasing 'Quiet Metamorphosis: A Resurgence of Kogei' at Booth N25 in the Grand Palais from September 19–23, 2026. This exhibition celebrates the revival of Japanese kogei (fine-art-craft), featuring modern masters who fuse traditional techniques with contemporary aesthetics. The event parallels the 19th-century Japonisme movement, which significantly influenced French and Western art through its use of flat perspective, vibrant naturalism, and asymmetrical designs. Nestled beneath the iconic dome of the Grand Palais, a historic venue from the World's Fair, the displayed works evoke a profound, meditative experience, seamlessly integrating ancient craftsmanship with modern artistic expression.
Key facts
- Ippodo Gallery debuts at Fine Arts Paris 2026.
- Exhibition runs September 19–23, 2026 at Grand Palais.
- Booth N25 hosts 'Quiet Metamorphosis: A Resurgence of Kogei'.
- Exhibition focuses on Japanese fine-art-craft (kogei).
- Contemporary masters combine tradition with modern sensibility.
- References 19th-century Japonisme movement in France.
- Grand Palais is a historic World's Fair site.
- Works described as visceral and meditative.
Entities
Institutions
- Ippodo Gallery
- Fine Arts Paris
- Grand Palais
Locations
- Paris
- France