Fondation Louis Vuitton to Open Monumental Gerhard Richter Retrospective

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Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris has just announced a major forthcoming retrospective dedicated to iconic German painter Gerhard Richter.
On view starting October 17, the exhibition chronicles 60 years of artistic excellence in painting and beyond in a sweeping showcase of 270 works.

In October, just before Art Basel Paris, the Louis Vuitton Foundation will reveal a significant retrospective dedicated to renowned German artist Gerhard Richter. This extensive exhibition, named after him, will display approximately 270 works spanning various mediums, making it the most extensive survey of his career yet, filling the entire 10-gallery space. The show is a testament to Richter’s long-standing relationship with the Foundation, as he was first showcased in their inaugural collection exhibition in 2014. Now, more than a decade later, the artist returns with a comprehensive presentation that charts over six decades of artistic progression.

As a gamer, I’m about to dive into an immersive retrospective journey of an artist named Richter, spanning from his initial pixelated attempts in the 1960s to his cutting-edge, glassy masterpieces finished in 2024. This exhibition will feature a diverse range of artworks, from his legendary oil paintings and steel sculptures, to pencil sketches, ink drawings, watercolors, and even over-painted photographs. This collection vividly showcases Richter’s profound connection with the essence of materials and perception.

Prepare yourself for a collection of some of Richter’s most celebrated pieces, including “Uncle Rudi” (1965), “Gudrun” (1987), “Woman Reading” (1994) and “Self Portrait” (1996). Additionally, you will find his series such as the “Portraits,” “Cage Paintings,” “Silikat,” and “Sabine mit Kind.

As a passionate gamer, I’m excited to be part of an exhibition that’s been jointly curated by the legendary Dieter Schwarz from Kunstmuseum Winterhur and Nicholas Serota from Tate. This show, set to unveil an unprecedented collection, boasts a scale and chronological scope that outshines most others in the art world. It’s another fantastic addition to the series of monographic exhibitions at Fondation Louis Vuitton, shining a spotlight on some of the most influential figures in modern and contemporary art. Can’t wait to immerse myself in this artistic journey!

The exhibit is scheduled to debut on October 17 and will continue until March 2, 2026. For further details about this upcoming event, please visit the museum’s website.

Fondation Louis Vuitton
8 Av. du Mahatma Gandhi,
75116 Paris, France

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