How about opening a work of art instead of a chocolate box? That's what an art galleryon Rue Audran (at number 4, to be precise) in Montmartre is offering with Ce que le temps leur doit(What Time Owes Them), a collective exhibition in the form of an Advent calendar. From December 1, 2026, to January 6, 2026 (so you can still enjoy it a little), each day sees the appearance of a new work, created by an emerging female artist, in a deliberately small space, such as a small box or alcove.
Conceived and designed by Margaux Balloffet, this initiative offers a different relationship with time and perception, far from fast consumption, providing a daily moment of artistic discovery until January 6, 2026, when all the works will be brought together in a joint exhibition.
This intimate exhibition transforms the anticipation of the holidays into a slow, focused ritual, conducive to reflection on the visibility of female voices incontemporary art. Each day, a fragile and unique work bursts onto the scene, questioning notions of presence, hierarchy, and attention in the art world. Far from being anecdotal, the small formats intensify the creative gesture and accentuate its impact.
Twenty-four female artists take turns occupying these small spaces, which carry a strong symbolic meaning. In these constrained formats, every gesture becomes a statement: a statement of existence, of being seen, of being heard. The diversity of media—embroidery, painting, drawing, textile installation , sculpture—reflects a plurality of perspectives and commitments. Among the artists are Tiffany Bouelle, Zoé Chataignon, Pauline Beaudemont, and Cécile Davidovici, who come together around common themes: memory, identity, the body, transmission, and silence.
Far from the frenzy of mainstream exhibitions, Ce que le temps leur doit plays the card of slowness and intensity. Each work becomes a stopping point. It is not a question of consuming art as a product, but of receiving it as an encounter. This inverted calendar, where the surprise is not offered immediately but built up over time, makes each day an event in itself.
This exhibition is for you if you are curious about emerging scenes, attentive to issues of representation in art, and seeking a sensitive and engaging experience. You will find an original proposal, where the relationship to time and space invites you to take a different look at contemporary creation. It is an ideal outing for contemporary art enthusiasts, lovers of alternative formats, or collectors wishing to directly support young creators.
It is not suitable for those looking for a large-scale immersive exhibition, a classic display, or a spectacular journey. What Time Owes Themfavors intimacy, discretion, and dialogue between the works and visitors in an assumed proximity.
The Christmas season, often marked by rapid and repetitive consumption, is reinterpreted here. Each day becomes an invitation to pay attention, a pause to contemplate, understand, and feel. Until January 6, 2026, the collected works offer a rich and contrasting panorama, where fragility is never synonymous with weakness, but rather with creative tension. Visitors are invited to engage with the works, meet the artists, and, if they wish, support their work by purchasing a piece.
The venue, small but open, welcomes visitors seeking a moment of solo contemplation, as well as groups of friends or couples looking for a different experience as the holidays approach. The atmosphere is gentle and attentive, conducive to both conversation and silence. It's the perfect place to take a break during this busy time of year!
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Dates and Opening Time
From December 1, 2025 to January 6, 2026
Location
4 Audran Street
4 Rue Audran
75018 Paris 18
Access
Metro line 12, Abbesses station
Prices
Free
