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Some 118 works by Pierre Soulages, dating from 1946 to 2004, were exhibited for the first time together on 4th December in the Rodez gallery bearing his name. On paper these works were subjected to conservation work and re-framed using modern techniques. The exhibition will be on show until 31st March 2019, as well as the gallery's permanent displays. Thereafter they will be available for loans to other national and international galleries.
With the artist's trademark black and white composition the paintings demonstrate a variety of technique, yet continuity. Pierre Soulages will reach his 99th birthday on Christmas Eve and though said to be in good health he did not attend the vernissage.
The gallery will soon welcome its 800000th visitor.
