A blockbuster Gerhard Richter retrospective, co-organised by Nicholas Serota, is coming to Paris
Briefly

A major retrospective of Gerhard Richter will take place at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris, showcasing 270 works from 1962 to 2024. The exhibition will explore various media, including paintings, drawings, and photographs. It will begin with works from 1962 to 1970, highlighting connections between photography and painting, particularly through family images. Following sections will cover key works from the 1972 Venice Biennale, abstraction explorations, and the October 18, 1977 series, concluding with Richter's later innovations in glass and digital art.
The Fondation honors Gerhard Richter with a vast retrospective that spans 270 works from 1962 to 2024, showcasing a variety of media including paintings and drawings.
The exhibition commences with works from 1962 to 1970, emphasizing the relationship between photography and painting through family photographs linked to Richter's past.
Focus areas include Richter's exploration of abstraction and significant works like the October 18, 1977 series, which reflects on the Baader-Meinhof group.
The retrospective culminates in an examination of Richter's transition to glass works and digitally generated images, showcasing his artistic evolution.
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