Thaddaeus Ropac Releases Volume on Miquel Barceló with Commissions for Notre-Dame and Sagrada Família

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Monday, November 2, 2026 · Release dated October 31 · 1 min read
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The Facts

On October 31, 2026, Thaddaeus Ropac announced the publication of a multidisciplinary volume on Miquel Barceló. Produced in collaboration with the artist, the book covers his paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, and ceramics, and includes texts by Marie-Laure Bernadac, Yannick Haenel, Àlvaro Cortina, and Diego Rivero. It highlights Barceló's recent monumental commissions, including three Old Testament-themed tapestries for Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris and his participation in the competition for the main façade of Antoni Gaudí’s Sagrada Família in Barcelona.

The Signal

The volume positions Barceló as a key figure in contemporary art, emphasizing his experimental techniques and engagement with literature and philosophy. For collectors, it provides a comprehensive overview of his five-decade career and his growing role in major public and sacred art projects. The book also reflects Thaddaeus Ropac's commitment to producing scholarly publications that deepen understanding of the artists it represents.

  • Artists: Miquel Barceló
  • People: Marie-Laure Bernadac, Yannick Haenel, Àlvaro Cortina, Diego Rivero
  • Galleries: Thaddaeus Ropac
  • Locations: Paris, Barcelona
Originally via Thaddaeus Ropac · Curated by The Cultural Signal

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