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In a world where everything is accelerating, the Hôtel de Gallifet in Aix-en-Provence invites us to take a deep breath. With the exhibition " To Acceleration and Oblivion ," the art center dedicates a new chapter to the vitality of the crafts, bringing together fifteen contemporary artisans and artists around a shared dialogue: that of gesture, material, and time.
Curated by Morgane Baroghel-Crucq, a textile artist and weaver, the exhibition highlights creators who defy the logic of speed and mass production. Here, handwork becomes an act of resistance, know-how a living heritage, and slowness a poetic force. Ceramics, featherwork, lacquer, plant dyeing, rye straw, or jewelry : each piece tells the story of the perseverance of the gesture and the intelligence of the material. Visitors encounter the worlds of Emma Bruschi, exploring peasant skills; Grégoire Scalabre, a master of monumental porcelain; and Chloé Valorso, whose jewelry becomes contemporary talismans. Together, they affirm that the boundary between art and craft is no longer relevant. This exhibition, both sensitive and assertive, celebrates time and the memory of gestures— like an antidote to oblivion.
Acceleration and Oblivion – An Exploration of the Crafts, 4th Edition
Gallifet
52 rue Cardinale, 13100 Aix-en-Provence
From November 7, 2025 to January 31, 2026
From Wednesday to Saturday, from 12pm to 18pm
Opening reception on Thursday, November 6th, from 18pm to 21pm
Free admission
Gallifet: Art Center & Restaurant in Aix-en-Provence
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