An investment in the immortality of the patron is pointless without an investment in the mortal life of the artist.
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A new museum for brand-name artists like Jeff Koons. Yawn.
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Great article, and I hope to see the museum one day. I found the photos lacking however in giving me a sense of what the building looks like. The photos were all close ups. I still have no clue on what this museum will look like.
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Only in Paris it seems that I could react, somewhat amused, what, another museum ? Every time I visit, I make the rounds of both the established and the latest (such as the Fondation Vuitton). Seriously, it's a sign of the importance all French attach to the arts.
There is something symbolic for Pinault, wealthy beyond measure, to convert the Bourse into an art museum, reflecting what he did with his money. Much better than getting a presidency and golf courses.
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My heart breaks for the actor Ed Norton because Salma Hayek broke his heart and ruined his acting career when she dumped him for this French billionaire’s billionaire son … my guess is that the wonderful Ed Norton never darkens the door of this French billionaire’s lavish art museum. Just a guess!
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Hard to imagine a more appropriate place for most contemporary art than a bourse.
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This is all fine and good, but how sparing a few for the poor and needy? Such a wealthy man!
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So great for Paris and the art scene, as governments are cutting all budget for art, we should celebrate that the private sphere are making venues to exhibit art. Looking forward to visit the space!
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I am hoping that this new museum will include a historical exhibit about the building and the neighborhood of Les Halles.
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@G F Lukos Yes! Its revolutionary history and the contemporary art's connection to revolutionary thinking and looking would be nice too.
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Cyberspace is a far less precious resource than real space for conveying historical info of this kind – expect it to appear on the museum website, and not in the building.