Artist JR's 'The Cave' Installation Opens on Paris' Pont Neuf
Artist JR's installation, 'The Cave,' which transforms Paris' Pont Neuf into a cavern, has officially opened to the public. The artwork, reminiscent of Christo's wrapped monuments, aims to create an immersive and thought-provoking experience.
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‘It’s supposed to make you uncomfortable’: French artist JR on transforming Paris’ oldest bridge into a cave
‘France’s Banksy’ has created a monumental art installation over the Seine. And visitors to La Caverne du Pont Neuf are in for an uncomfortable and unforgettable crossing With the backdrop of the Eiffel Tower to one side and Notre Dame to the other, Pont Neuf is not only Paris’s most picturesque bridge but, contrary to what its name suggests, it’s also the city’s oldest. Yet as of today, Pont Neuf is no longer just a bridge but also an overground cave. Continue reading...
By Kim Willsher
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After a weather-delayed start, the French street artist's cavernous optical illusion takes over one of the most iconic bridges in Paris. It's a tribute to Christo and Jeanne-Claude's famous "Pont Neuf Wrapped."
Read full article →JR's "The Cave" on Paris' Pont Neuf is finally open to the public
"The Cave" at Pont Neuf has finally opened its doors this Monday. The announcement was made by the artist JR in the afternoon, as repairs were nearing completion after the canvas was torn by strong winds on June 2. It is now possible to explore, free of charge and 24 hours a day, the interior of the ephemeral artwork by the artist who became famous for his monumental photographic collage projects and trompe-l'oeil.
By FRANCE24
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