ICICLE’s cultural programme for 2023 focuses on the theme of the tree, symbolising balance and harmony in traditional Chinese thought. Through four exhibitions, the ICICLE Cultural Space centres around the dialogue between man and nature.
“In the Shade of the Peaks” by Jonas Delhaye
2 – 25 February 2023
ICICLE Cultural Space
From the 2nd to the 25th of February 2023, the ICICLE Cultural Space presents the exhibition “In the Shade of the Peaks” by French artist Jonas Delhaye. Featuring a series of in situ works created in parks and forests, the exhibition reflects both the artistic residencies in which Delhaye participated, as well as his travels in France, China and Canada.
A finalist for the Discovery Prize of the Palais de Tokyo in 2014 and winner of the Yishu 8 Prize in 2019, Delhaye explores themes of time, presence, and immersion in nature. At the intersection of sculpture, photography, and performance, his work engages in a dialogue with the landscape, representing the dynamic and ever-evolving relationships between humans and their environment.
“Antarctica-Shanshui” by Vicky Colombet
16 March – 30 May 2023
ICICLE Cultural Space
The ICICLE Cultural Space invites French-American artist Vicky Colombet to present “Antarctica-Shanshui” from the 16th of March to the 30th of May 2023, an exclusive exhibition featuring “Artistic Confidences” that explore music and literature.
A prominent figure in contemporary art in Europe and the United States, Colombet creates abstract works that resonate with the imperceptible flow of time. Her contemplative and metaphorical approach captures the essence of nature’s cycles through vivid landscapes.
“Crossroads” by Michel Madore
8 June – 2 September 2023
ICICLE Cultural Space
From the 8th of June to the 2nd of September 2023, the ICICLE Cultural Space presents “Crossroads”, an exhibition by Canadian artist Michel Madore. Based in Paris since 1977, Madore has enriched his artistic journey with numerous stays in China.
His works reveal an introspective exploration and a profound connection to nature. Through free hand sketches and densely shaped sculptures, Madore evokes the continuous transformation of time while delving into the deep relationship between humans and their environment.
“The Seasons of Bamboo” by Ru Xiao Fan
6 October – 15 November 2023
ICICLE Cultural Space
From the 6th of October to the 15th of November 2023, the ICICLE Cultural Space presents “The Seasons of Bamboo”, an exhibition dedicated to Chinese artist Ru Xiao Fan. Featuring a collection of paintings, watercolours, and sculptures, the exhibition takes its inspiration from the symbolic power of bamboo in Chinese tradition.
Based in Paris since 1983, Ru Xiao Fan blends traditional Chinese painting techniques with a contemporary approach to capture and express the course of time. His works, rich in symbolism and imbued with contemplative depth, draw from nature to reveal a profound dialogue between the present and memory.
2024 CULTURAL SEASON
TWO CITIES & EIGHT ARTISTS
To mark the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between France and China, the two ICICLE Cultural Spaces, one in Paris and the other in Shanghai, will host a series of exhibitions from January to December 2024, offering a cross-cultural perspective between the two countries.
ICICLE CULTURAL SPACE
35 AVENUE GEORGE V, PARIS 8
OPEN FROM MONDAY TO SATURDAY | 11 AM - 7 PM
FREE ADMISSION