Museum Night, an annual event held throughout Europe, is back. To mark the occasion, museums open their doors free of charge at night, offering us a privileged moment of cultural discovery. This year, the date is May 18, 2024. Among the Parisian venues taking part in the event, theInstitut Giacometti has some wonderful discoveries in store foryou .
TheInstitut Giacometti in Paris is a cultural gem nestled in the heart of the 14th arrondissement, dedicated to the work of one of the 20th century's most influential sculptors and painters, Alberto Giacometti. This unique space, located in a former artists' studio, offers an intimate dive into the world of the Swiss artist, renowned for his slender, expressive sculptures. Opened in 2018, the Institut Giacometti is a tribute to the richness and complexity of his work, offering visitors a rare opportunity to explore his unparalleled creativity.
The Institut features a permanent collection that highlights the different facets of Giacometti's art, from his famous sculptures to his lesser-known drawings, sketches and paintings. The staging of the works in this intimate setting makes for an immersive experience, where you can almost feel the artist's presence. In addition to the permanent collection, the Institut regularly organizes temporary exhibitions, conferences and workshops, enabling visitors to deepen their understanding of Giacometti's work and its impact on modern art.
The choice of this location is not insignificant. Located in a district that saw many artists work throughout the 20th century, the Institut Giacometti is part of a rich and vibrant artistic tradition. The former studio, carefully renovated to house the institute, retains the spirit and atmosphere that inspired Giacometti throughout his career. It was in this space that the artist created some of his most emblematic works, and today it becomes a place of memory and creation, inviting reflection and discovery.
A visit to the Institut Giacometti is a wonderful discovery for art lovers and those wishing to immerse themselves in the world of an artist who left his mark on the history of art. With a varied program and collections featuring a wide range of his work, the Institut offers a unique perspective on Giacometti's boundless creativity. Whether to admire his iconic sculptures, discover his paintings or explore his drawings and sketches, a visit to the Institut Giacometti promises a rich and inspiring experience.
Night tour of the exhibition "Alberto Giacometti / Hiroshi Sugimoto: En Scène" at the Institut Giacometti
In 2013, New York's MoMA invited Hiroshi Sugimoto to photograph the masterpieces in the museum's Sculpture Garden. This commission gave rise to the Past Presence series. Photographing Alberto Giacometti's Grande Femme, in broad daylight and then at dusk, Sugimoto relates the duality of the fantastic that nourishes the plays of Noh theater, a traditional form of the Japanese stage, where the dead and the living meet.
Organized around the reconstruction of a Noh scene, the exhibition presented at the Institut Giacometti will highlight the proximity of the two artists' research, where apparitions and reality dialogue.
A selection of some of Alberto Giacometti's most emblematic sculptures, Hiroshi Sugimoto's photographs and films, and antique Noh masks from the artist's collection will enliven this exhibition, which makes reference to the theater.
Free admission, no reservation required.
There's no need to book to enjoy this exceptional evening: the event is free and open to all. Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover theInstitut Giacometti during the Nuit des Musées 2024. It's an artistic experience not to be missed, a true immersion in the world of art and an opportunity for cultural enrichment in a convivial atmosphere.
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Dates and Opening Time
On May 18th, 2024
Location
Giacometti Institute
5 Rue Victor Schoelcher
75014 Paris 14
Prices
Free
Recommended age
For all
Official website
www.fondation-giacometti.fr
