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Musée National d'Art Moderne Rehangs Contemporary Collection with Chronological Focus

exhibition · 2026-04-23

From April 6, 2011, to February 13, 2011, the Musée National d'Art Moderne in Paris unveiled a fresh arrangement of its contemporary collections. The exhibition, centered on 'la Rue,' employs a chronological layout to improve visitor engagement, focusing primarily on paintings while also featuring sculptures. Notable pieces include Andy Warhol's 'Ten Lizes,' Robert Rauschenberg's 'Hoarfrost,' and a triptych by Joan Mitchell. This installation emphasizes significant artists and lesser-known works, reflecting the museum's history with a strong emphasis on French creators. Additional galleries explore minimalism, human figuration, the Italian avant-garde, and postmodern art. Recent additions feature Allan Kaprow's modular screen and Martin Kippenberger's self-portrait, alongside photography highlighting non-Western art, including works by El Anatsui.

Key facts

  • Exhibition runs from April 6, 2011 to February 13, 2011 at Musée National d'Art Moderne, Paris.
  • The hanging reintroduces a chronological approach to the contemporary collection.
  • Key works include Andy Warhol's 'Ten Lizes', Robert Rauschenberg's 'Hoarfrost', and a Joan Mitchell triptych.
  • The display reflects a changed perspective on women artists since 'Elles@Pompidou'.
  • French artists are strongly represented, including Martin Barré, Simon Hantaï, Michel Parmentier, François Morellet.
  • Recent acquisitions include Allan Kaprow's modular screen and Martin Kippenberger's self-portrait.
  • Three rooms are dedicated to architecture and design.
  • A work by Nigerian artist El Anatsui, acquired in 2005, greets visitors.

Entities

Artists

  • Andy Warhol
  • Robert Rauschenberg
  • Joan Mitchell
  • Robert Ryman
  • Agnes Martin
  • Brice Marden
  • Ellsworth Kelly
  • Martin Barré
  • Simon Hantaï
  • Michel Parmentier
  • François Morellet
  • Ed Paschke
  • Larry Rivers
  • Carla Accardi
  • Alain Séchas
  • Allan Kaprow
  • Martin Kippenberger
  • El Anatsui

Institutions

  • Musée National d'Art Moderne
  • Centre Pompidou
  • Cordier collection
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Locations

  • Paris
  • France

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