Fondation Beyeler to Stage First Swiss Retrospective of Elizabeth Peyton in 2027
The Facts
Fondation Beyeler in Riehen, Switzerland, will present a comprehensive solo exhibition dedicated to Elizabeth Peyton, running from September 26, 2027, to January 9, 2028. Conceived in close collaboration with the artist, it marks the first overview of Peyton's work in Switzerland. The show will span paintings, drawings, and prints from across her career, highlighting her intimate portraits of friends, artists, musicians, and historical figures. Since the 1990s, Peyton has been a leading figure in contemporary figurative painting, known for a style that blends classical portraiture with a contemporary sensibility.
The Signal
The exhibition signals a major institutional recognition of Peyton's influence on figurative painting, placing her alongside artists who have reshaped portraiture in the 21st century. For collectors, the show offers a rare opportunity to see the full arc of her practice, from early works to recent pieces, potentially reinforcing demand for her work. Fondation Beyeler's commitment to a solo show of this scale underscores the gallery's strategy of staging definitive surveys for living artists, a move that can elevate market standing and historical positioning.
- Artists: Elizabeth Peyton
- Museums: Fondation Beyeler
- Locations: Riehen
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