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Martine Bedin at Musée des arts décoratifs, Bordeaux

exhibition · 2026-04-23

Martine Bedin, a French designer and member of the Memphis Group, had a solo exhibition at the Musée des arts décoratifs in Bordeaux from March 7 to June 2, 2003. The show highlighted her iconic furniture and object designs from the 1980s onward, including her famous Super Lamp. Bedin's work is known for its playful, colorful, and sculptural forms that challenged traditional design conventions. The exhibition provided a comprehensive overview of her career, emphasizing her contributions to postmodern design and the enduring influence of the Memphis movement.

Key facts

  • Exhibition at Musée des arts décoratifs, Bordeaux
  • Dates: March 7 to June 2, 2003
  • Featured designer Martine Bedin
  • Bedin was a member of the Memphis Group
  • Included her iconic Super Lamp
  • Showcased furniture and object designs from the 1980s onward
  • Highlighted postmodern design aesthetics
  • Exhibition provided a career overview

Entities

Artists

  • Martine Bedin

Institutions

  • Musée des arts décoratifs
  • Memphis Group

Locations

  • Bordeaux
  • France

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