Thaddaeus Ropac Pantin Hosts Anselm Kiefer's 'Nymphäum' Exhibition
On July 8, 2026, Thaddaeus Ropac announced the opening of 'Nymphäum', a new exhibition by Anselm Kiefer at its Pantin gallery. The exhibition features large-scale, multi-sensory paintings that the artist describes as ophthalmic, haptic, immersive, and olfactory. The works incorporate heavy layers of pigment, staples, and screws, with motifs including nymphs, landscapes, and mythological references. One painting, 'Iphigenie' (2025), depicts a falling figure, echoing themes of descent and transformation. Kiefer has stated that for him, history is a material like landscape or color.
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The exhibition underscores Kiefer's continued evolution as a painter who merges materiality, history, and myth into immersive environments. His use of scent and texture pushes the boundaries of traditional painting, inviting viewers to engage beyond the visual. For collectors, the show reaffirms Kiefer's stature as a leading contemporary artist whose work commands attention for its scale, ambition, and market presence. The Pantin space, known for accommodating large-scale works, provides an ideal setting for this ambitious presentation.
- Artists: Anselm Kiefer
- People: Vincent Delaury
- Galleries: Thaddaeus Ropac
- Locations: Pantin
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