On this day 20 years ago, Christo and Jeanne-Claude's "The Gates," a temporary project for Central Park, received the green light from former NYC Mayor . Two years later, the project was realized on Feb. 12, 2005 and visited by over 4 million people in its 16 days.
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For sixty years, artists Christo (1935–2020) and Jeanne-Claude (1935–2009) created monumental outdoor projects across the globe.
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Sending New Year's wishes for peace, joy, and love. New adventures are around the corner. Stay tuned for updates and make way for 2023! #Christo #ChristoJeanneClaude #ChristoandJeanneClaude
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"Christo and Jeanne-Claude: Projects," an exhibition at Fondazione Cosso, Italy, includes drawings, collages, photographs, and films of the artists' artworks since the 1960s. Open now till April 16, 2023. #Christo #ChristoJeanneClaude
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Once ’s groundbreaking project, The Mastaba, is realized, it will be the largest sculpture in the world. Vladimir Yavachev, Christo’s nephew, joined #CityLab2022 to share insights about the power of public art and executing their final work.
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A year ago today, a team of more than 1,000 workers completed "L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped." The temporary work of art lives on in the memories of the 6 million who visited and more than 600 million people who discovered it through all types of media. #ChristoParis
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"Christo and Jeanne-Claude: Paris. New York. Crossing Borders," a major exhibition at in Düsseldorf, Germany, introduces the artists' early work created in France and presents preparatory studies of The Mastaba, the last project to be realized. #ChristoKunstpalast
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On August 11, 1972, 28 hrs after completion of the Valley Curtain, extreme weather made it necessary to start the removal. "On our planet, nothing stays forever, everything is temporary, it is only a matter of a shorter or longer time."--Christo (1973)
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50 years ago today, Christo and Jeanne-Claude completed the Valley Curtain, installed between two Colorado mountain slopes and described as "a sight of overwhelming beauty" and "a triumph of work raised to the level of art" by Art in America after the project's completion.
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Farewell Issey Miyake (April 22, 1938 – Aug 5, 2022), a beloved friend to Christo and Jeanne-Claude for decades. Most recently, Miyake Design Studio created the uniforms for the "L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped" project mediators. #isseymiyake
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Aspen's Hexton Gallery is hosting "Christo and Jeanne-Claude: Ephemeral Nature," an exhibition marking the 50th anniversary of the artists' Valley Curtain project in Colorado. The show features original drawings, collages, and photographs. On view August 1 to Sept. 15. #Christo
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On August 10, 1972, Christo and Jeanne-Claude completed Valley Curtain, an orange curtain installed between two Colorado mountain slopes. To celebrate its 50th Anniversary, Summervail 2022 and Vail Symposium will discuss the project’s continuing legacy: summervail.org
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60 years ago today, Christo and Jeanne-Claude closed the Rue Visconti in Paris with 89 oil barrels as a poetic response to the Berlin Wall, built in 1961. Today, "Wall of Oil Barrels—The Iron Curtain" is considered one of the most significant artworks of the 1960s era.
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Happy Birthday Christo and Jeanne-Claude!
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Photo: Simon Chaput
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"Christo y Jeanne-Claude," an exhibition of nearly 60 works from the artists' estate, opens today at the in Buenos Aires. On view till July 17. #Christo #ChristoJeanneClaude #ChristoandJeanneClaude
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The "Christo and Jeanne-Claude" exhibition at the Kunstlocatie Würth in 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands—with more than 30 drawings, collages, sculptures, and early works—is now on view until March 5, 2023. #Christo #ChristoJeanneClaude #ChristoandJeanneClaude
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Only one week left to see "Christo and Jeanne-Claude in Uruguay," currently on view at the Atchugarry Museum of Contemporary Art. Exhibit closes April 18. #Christo #ChristoJeanneClaude #ChristoandJeanneClaude
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In February 2005, was briefly bathed in sheets of saffron as the artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude unveiled their work 'The Gates'.
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Christo and Jeanne-Claude's The Mastaba is currently featured in the "Portrait of a Nation II" exhibition in Abu Dhabi, a tribute to the artists' 40-year connection to the Emirates project. #ChristoMastaba
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"Christo and Jeanne-Claude in Uruguay" opens today at the MACA in Punta del Este. The exhibition includes over 50 works from the artists' estate, presenting an extensive collection of drawings, collages, and sculptures. #Christo #ChristoJeanneClaude
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Sending New Year's wishes for freedom and joy. Stay tuned as 2022 will bring some exciting new exhibitions, events, and updates! #Christo #ChristoJeanneClaude #ChristoandJeanneClaude #TheMastaba
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After 60 years in the making, 2021 marked the realization of "L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped," which was visited by 6 million people. A reminder to never give up on our dreams. #ChristoParis
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"L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped" a été vu par 6M de personnes et les visiteurs ont généré 235M € de revenus touristiques. L'œuvre était entièrement financée par l'Estate de Christo. Le démontage prendra fin le 10 Nov., tous les matériaux seront réemployés, surcyclés et recyclés.
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"L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped" was seen by 6M people and visitors generated 235M € in tourism revenue, according to . The artwork was entirely funded by Christo's estate. Deinstallation ends Nov. 10, all materials are being reused, upcycled + recycled. #ChristoParis
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Il y a 4 semaines, "L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped" de Christo et Jeanne-Claude prenait enfin vie. Durant 16 jours, le monument a été réinventé et apprécié par les visiteurs de jour comme de nuit.
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Four week ago today, Christo and Jeanne-Claude's "L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped" finally came to life. For 16 days, the monument was reimagined and enjoyed by visitors day and night. #ChristoParis
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Adieu "L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped" ... nous en aurons apprécié chaque minute. Merci au Centre des monuments nationaux et à la Ville de Paris d'avoir accueilli l'œuvre de Christo et Jeanne-Claude durant ces deux semaines. Le démontage débutera demain.
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Farewell, "L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped" ... we have loved every minute of it. Thank you to the Centre des monuments nationaux and the City of Paris for hosting Christo and Jeanne-Claude's work of art over the past two weeks. Dismantling will begin tomorrow.#ChristoParis
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Plus que 2 jours restants pour voir "L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped"! Appréciez l'œuvre d'art temporaire à l'occasion du dernier week-end de piétonnisation de la Place Charles de Gaulle. Aucun ticket n'est requis pour voir, approcher et toucher l'œuvre.
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Only 2 more days left in the life of "L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped"! Enjoy the temporary work of art during its last weekend when Place Charles de Gaulle will be closed to vehicular traffic. No tickets are needed to see, approach, and touch the artwork. #ChristoParis
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Un immense MERCI à notre incroyable équipe de médiateurs, qui ont accueilli les visiteurs de "L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped" tous les jours, en répondant à leurs questions et en leur distribuant des échantillons de tissu gratuits (avec beaucoup d'enthousiasme!).
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A huge THANK YOU to our amazing monitors, who have been welcoming visitors at "L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped" everyday, answering questions, and distributing free fabric samples (with lots of enthusiasm). #ChristoParis
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Access to Place Charles de Gaulle will not be possible for cars and pedestrians from 3PM to 6PM. #ChristoParis twitter.com/leCMN/status/1
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The Arc de Triomphe will be closed to the public on Sunday September 26 from 3PM to 6PM due to an official ceremony around the Eternal Flame. The monument will reopen its doors at 6PM and remain open until 11PM. #ChristoParis twitter.com/leCMN/status/1
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"Tous nos projets sont réels. Vous êtes exposés à des choses réelles : le soleil, le vent, la pluie, la peur, la joie. C'est la raison pour laquelle ces projets surpassent notre imagination." (Christo)
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"All our projects deal with reality. You are exposed to real things: real sun, wind, rain, fear, joy. That is why these projects are bigger than our own imaginations." (Christo)
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