Yvon Lambert's Dream Realized: Permanent Collection at Hôtel de Montfaucon

The exhibition 'Avignon. Patrice Chéreau' at the Lambert Collection in Avignon, running from July 11 to October 11, 2015, marks the realization of collector Yvon Lambert's long-held ambition to establish a permanent display space. With the expansion into the Hôtel de Montfaucon, Lambert can now present his collection on an ongoing basis. The show is dedicated to the late French theater and film director Patrice Chéreau, featuring works from Lambert's holdings that relate to Chéreau's artistic universe. The Lambert Collection, originally housed in the Hôtel de Caumont, now extends into the adjacent Hôtel de Montfaucon, creating a 'musée imaginaire' (imaginary museum) that blends historical architecture with contemporary art. This development solidifies Avignon's role as a hub for contemporary art, offering visitors a permanent exhibition of significant works from one of France's most prominent collectors.