In the heart of Paris, the **Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain** is illuminating the captivating world of **Olga de Amaral**, a luminary in the Colombian art scene and a pioneer in Fiber Art. This breathtaking exhibition, running from October 12, 2024, to March 16, 2025, unveils nearly eighty works spanning from the 1960s to today, many of which have never graced the eyes of an audience outside of Colombia.
Olga de Amaral, renowned for her radiant goldleaf creations, invites us deeper into her artistic soul. This exhibition unveils her earliest textile experiments and monumental masterpieces. Her works dissolve the boundaries of traditional art forms, merging painting, sculpture, and installation into mesmerizing, tactile experiences. Amaral’s philosophy shines through her words: "As I build surfaces, I create spaces of meditation, contemplation, and reflection. Every small unit that forms the surface is not only significant in itself, but is also deeply resonant of the whole. Likewise, the whole is deeply resonant of each individual element."
This exhibition, curated by architect Lina Ghotmeh, masterfully uses contrasts in color and scale to guide visitors on a sensory journey through Amaral’s creations. Each piece, organic and shimmering, draws viewers into a meditative state, where they can lose themselves in the harmony and natural beauty of the art.
Born in 1932 in Bogotá, Colombia, Olga de Amaral studied architectural design and weaving in the United States and Colombia. Her early fascination with textiles led her to explore the structural and aesthetic possibilities of fiber, pushing the boundaries of traditional weaving techniques. Over her prolific career, Amaral has received numerous accolades and her works have been exhibited worldwide, solidifying her legacy as a trailblazer in the world of Fiber Art.
This retrospective offers an unparalleled opportunity to delve into Olga de Amaral’s artistic evolution and to witness the profound impact of her work on the Fiber Art movement. It’s more than an exhibition; it’s an invitation to immerse oneself in a world of contemplation, harmony, and emotional resonance.
Don’t miss the chance to experience this extraordinary showcase at the Fondation Cartier—an event that promises to be both a celebration of art and a journey of introspection and connection with the natural world.
