American Painting in the 1930’s

Following the Stock Market Crash of 1929—also known as the 1929 Wall Street Crash—the US emerged in a 10-year severe economic depression. The negative effects were extremely dramatic and profound on all the levels, most notably the social one. As a consequence, several artistic movements were launched in an attempt to spotlight the daily conditions of the working class and the poor.

From October 12th, 2016 until January 30th, 2017, the Parisian Musée de l’Orangerie will be opening American Painting in the 1930’s, an exhibition that draws attention to Social Realism, one of the most popular movements during that critical period.

Displaying around 60 artistic pieces by leading Social Realist painters such as Edward Hopper, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Grant Wood, this exhibition is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to discover the greatest masterpieces of this important movement.

Our Sister Hotels Champs-Elysées Paris are at a very short distance from the Musée de l’Orangerie. If you’re interested in discovering more about 1930’s America and staying at one of our hotels, don’t forget to choose the ideal date that suits you and mark it on your calendar! ;)

Exhibition curated by:

Judith A. Barter, Field-McCormick Chair and Curator, Department of American Art, The Art Institute of Chicago

Laurence des Cars, General Heritage Curator, Director of the Musée de l'Orangerie

 

When?

From October 12^th to January 30^th, 2017

Hours

Every day               from 9 am to 6 pm

Tuesday               closed

Where?

Musée de l’Orangerie,

Jardin Tuileries, 75001 Paris, France