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Peter Saul's Retrospective at Les Abattoirs in Toulouse

exhibition · 2026-04-27

An extensive retrospective dedicated to American artist Peter Saul (born 1934, San Francisco) is currently being showcased at Les Abattoirs in Toulouse, running until January 27, 2020. Curated by Annabelle Ténèze, this exhibition is the most significant in France since 1999, displaying approximately ninety works arranged in chronological order. Entitled "Peter Saul. Pop, Funk, Bad Painting and More," it highlights his artistic journey from the 1950s Pop movement through his Funk period after 1964, culminating in his Bad Painting era of the 1980s. Saul critiques American consumer culture and politics, with a focus on figures such as Ronald Reagan and Donald Trump. The exhibition also features "Museo di Peter Saul," which presents reinterpretations of famous masterpieces. His works are part of prominent collections, attracting both experts and casual viewers.

Key facts

  • Peter Saul retrospective at Les Abattoirs, Toulouse, until January 27, 2020.
  • Curated by Annabelle Ténèze, director of Les Abattoirs.
  • Largest French retrospective for Saul since 1999.
  • About ninety works on display, including paintings and graphic arts.
  • Exhibition covers Pop, Funk, and Bad Painting periods.
  • Saul critiques American consumerism, politics, and social issues.
  • Features a section reinterpreting art historical masterpieces.
  • Saul's works held at MoMA, Art Institute of Chicago, Centre Pompidou.

Entities

Artists

  • Peter Saul
  • Roberto Matta
  • Andy Warhol
  • Robert Rauschenberg

Institutions

  • Les Abattoirs
  • MoMA
  • Art Institute of Chicago
  • Centre Pompidou
  • La Tartaruga

Locations

  • Toulouse
  • France
  • San Francisco
  • United States
  • Paris
  • Rome
  • New York

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