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Centre Pompidou Prepares for Major Relocation and Renovation Ahead of 2025 Closure

Centre Pompidou Prepares for Major Relocation and Renovation Ahead of 2025 Closure

The iconic Parisian art institution embarks on a meticulous relocation of its extensive collection as it prepares for a comprehensive renovation.
As France's renowned modern and contemporary art institution, the Centre Pompidou is currently engaged in a meticulous relocation of its vast collection, necessitated by an impending closure for extensive renovations scheduled for the autumn of 2025. This significant undertaking involves the careful handling of a multitude of historical artifacts, including a selection of items closely associated with the surrealist movement and the influential artist André Breton.

In recent weeks, the institution has transitioned from vibrant visitor engagement to a focused environment of conservators performing detailed preparations.

One key element of this operation is the critical handling of the 'Mur André Breton', a collection aggregating several artworks, oceanic and pre-Columbian masks, stones, roots, and butterfly boxes curated by Breton himself.

Juliette Dignat, a conservator-restorer at the Centre Pompidou, emphasized the need for precision during the careful packing and moving processes.

'It is not merely a relocation; the wall will be loaned to three different locations during the ongoing renovations,' she stated.

The current phase involves extensive documentation and assessment of each piece's condition.

While restorers focus on safeguarding the works rather than restoring them at this juncture, minor repairs may be undertaken.

Independent conservator Camille Alembik is engaged in handling a crown from the Marquesas Islands, intricately constructed with dolphin teeth.

Alembik noted the fragility of the plant fibers connecting the teeth, indicating that some pendants have come loose and require immediate attention to prevent loss during transportation.

Aurélie Verdier, the chief conservator of modern collections, highlighted the historical significance of the works, many of which have primarily resided at Breton's former residence or the Centre Pompidou itself since being bequeathed by Breton's family in 2003. The current efforts represent a critical aspect of preserving these pieces for future generations.

As part of this relocation, planned loans will see parts of the collection temporarily displayed in various partner venues across France and beyond, including a future branch of the Centre Pompidou in Massy.

Challenges may lie ahead, particularly regarding monitoring the condition of materials susceptible to deterioration or infestations during the move.

The Centre Pompidou, inaugurated in 1977 and designed by architects Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers, is a cultural landmark of Beaubourg in Paris, home to Europe’s most extensive collection of modern and contemporary art.

Following its comprehensive renovation, the Center is set to reopen in 2030, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of the institution.
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