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Centre Pompidou Highlights Seven Radical Works That Redefined Modern and Contemporary Art History
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Centre Pompidou Highlights Seven Radical Works That Redefined Modern and Contemporary Art History

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Saturday, March 28, 2026 · 1 min read
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The Centre Pompidou has released a retrospective analysis of seven pivotal works from its collection that initially sparked public scandal and institutional disruption. The survey spans from Marcel Duchamp’s 1917 'Fountain' to ORLAN’s 1977 performance 'The Artist’s Kiss,' documenting how these pieces transitioned from subversive provocations to canonical icons. Key artists featured include Kazimir Malevich, Yves Klein, Piero Manzoni, Niki de Saint Phalle, and VALIE EXPORT.

  • Artists: Marcel Duchamp, Kazimir Malevich, Yves Klein, Piero Manzoni, Niki de Saint Phalle, Valie Export, Orlan
  • People: Alfred Stieglitz
  • Museums: Centre Pompidou
  • Locations: Paris, New York, St. Petersburg, Munich
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