Created in 1989 by Claudine Papillon, the gallery was quickly recognized for its cutting-edge programme and characteristic editorial line. Ever since opening her first space, Claudine Papillon has presented solo exhibitions by Erik Dietman, Dieter Roth, Michael Craig-Martin, Hreinn Fridfinnsson and Sigmar Polke, who went on to become iconic artists.
Since January 2016, it is under a new identity, “Galerie Papillon”, that Claudine and Marion Papillon, who have been associates for 9 years, reassert their commitment to support contemporary creation. Bold and, at times, unconventional, the artists they bring together have a common sensibility, a sense of poetry and irony.
Since January 2016, it is under a new identity, “Galerie Papillon”, that Claudine and Marion Papillon, who have been associates for 9 years, reassert their commitment to support contemporary creation. Bold and, at times, unconventional, the artists they bring together have a common sensibility, a sense of poetry and irony.