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Markus Raetz Exhibition at Maison Européenne de la Photographie

exhibition · 2026-04-23

Markus Raetz, a Swiss sculptor, poet, and photographer, presents 250 works at the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris under the title "Nothing is lighter than light." The exhibition includes painted and drawn portraits, notably of writer Robert Walser, and a study titled "Lavis Rose" depicting the back of the head, inspired by photographs of Erik Satie and Rrose Sélavy.

Key facts

  • Markus Raetz is a sculptor, poet, and photographer.
  • The exhibition features 250 works.
  • The exhibition is titled 'Nothing is lighter than light'.
  • The venue is Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris.
  • The exhibition includes portraits of Robert Walser.
  • A study titled 'Lavis Rose' is included.
  • 'Lavis Rose' was inspired by photos of Erik Satie and Rrose Sélavy.
  • The exhibition was published in artpress in February 2003.

Entities

Artists

  • Markus Raetz
  • Robert Walser
  • Erik Satie
  • Rrose Sélavy

Institutions

  • Maison Européenne de la Photographie
  • artpress

Locations

  • Paris
  • France

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