Pierre et Gilles. The construction of the symbol

⭐ Immerse yourself in a symbolic and artistic journey with Pierre et Gilles: The Construction of the Symbol, the first solo exhibition in Mexico by this iconic French duo known for transforming photography into deeply allegorical art.

Highlights
🖼️ Nearly 100 works blending photography and painting, created over five decades and displayed throughout all the Permanent Galleries of the Franz Mayer Museum
🎨 An exhibition in dialogue with the museum’s collection, highlighting the enduring relevance of symbols across time
🌟 Three pieces created expressly for this exhibition, including a portrait of Violet Chachki as the official image
🎬 Screenings of the documentary Dans une photo de Pierre et Gilles and a public program featuring activities, workshops, and more

Your ticket includes:
🖼️ General admission to the museum and regular exhibitions*
💜 Pierre et Gilles: The Construction of the Symbol
📸 Surreal: Rodney Smith
🌊 Immersive experience “Manga Lab”
📚 Library, cloister, and café
Except for “Japan: From Myth to Manga”

Information
📅 Date: Select using the ticket selector
📍 Location: Museo Franz Mayer
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🏛 This exhibition is presented as part of a joint project between the Museo Franz Mayer, the Embassy of France in Mexico, IFAL, and MEAE
🌈 This exhibition is part of the Franz Diverso program, which celebrates diverse identities, non-normative bodies, and sexual dissidence
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Description
Pierre et Gilles: The Construction of the Symbol brings together, for the first time in Mexico, the works of this legendary French artistic duo. Through a distinctive style that combines staged photography with meticulous painting, the artists portray celebrities, models, and imaginary characters in compositions filled with symbolism. The 96 selected works establish a visual dialogue with pieces from the Franz Mayer Collection, exploring themes such as gesture, the symbolism of objects, allegory, and desire.

The exhibition is divided into five thematic sections and includes new works created especially for this occasion. During their first visit to Mexico, the artists will present the official catalogue at Marrakech Salón, an icon of the LGBTQ+ nightlife scene in the capital. Visitors will also be able to enjoy a parallel program of activities and workshops that enrich this transformative artistic proposal. An unmissable exhibition for anyone seeking art, diversity, and symbolism in a single experience.