The Grimaldi Forum Monaco is set to dazzle audiences this summer with its latest exhibition, ‘Colours! Pompidou Centre Masterpieces’, created in collaboration with the renowned cultural institution in Paris. This eagerly awaited showcase promises an immersive experience that will ignite all the senses.
Running from 8th July to 31st August, this innovative display explores the modern history of colour through some of the greatest works of art from the 20th century.
Curated by Didier Ottinger, Deputy Director of the French Musée National d’Art Moderne, the exhibition will feature over 100 masterpieces by renowned artists, including Sonia Delaunay, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Pablo Picasso, Amedeo Modigliani, Henri Matisse, and Vassily Kandinsky. Visitors can immerse themselves in a vibrant, multi-sensory experience, with seven themed sections dedicated to individual colours.
Adding to the exhibition’s unique appeal are audio creations by composer Roque Rivas and fragrances by Alexis Dadier of Fragonard, enhancing the sensory journey. Special installations by Marion Maelander will also incorporate designs from legendary creatives such as Ron Arad, Jean Prouvé, Ettore Sotsass, and Philippe Starck, with scenography by William Chatelain tying the experience together.
Following a parade of masters
The Grimaldi Forum is renowned for its ambitious summer exhibitions. In 2023, Monet in Full Light celebrated the 140th anniversary of Claude Monet’s visit to Monaco, while the 2024 blockbuster exhibition, ‘Turner, the Sublime Legacy‘, explored the work of 19th-century master J.M.W. Turner. The upcoming Colours! exhibition looks to continue this tradition of excellence, drawing on partnerships with leading cultural institutions to secure an exceptional roster of works.
A cornerstone of Monaco’s cultural calendar
Since its opening on 20th July 2000 by Prince Rainier III and Prince Albert II, the Grimaldi Forum Monaco has established itself as a major cultural institution, attracting global audiences with its expertly curated summer exhibitions. From exploring artistic movements to celebrating significant heritage and themes, the venue’s reputation continues to grow.
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Main image: Martial Raysse (1936, France) Made in Japan – La grande odalisque 1964, courtesy Centre Pompidou