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Charles Fréger – Silhouettes

Photo : Charles Fréger / Galerie Les Filles du Calvaire

Nov 12 – Jan 9Free

Charles Fréger – Silhouettes

The Les filles du calvaire gallery presents a new exhibition dedicated to the work of Charles Fréger, at its space at 21 rue Chapon.

Galerie Les filles du calvaire (Paris 3rd)

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Bringing together photographs and videos from several series — La Suite basque, L'Épopée de Jeanne d’Arc, La Préhistoire, Souvenir d’Alsace, ATP/Les Normandes and Kalevipoeg — it looks back on over ten years of creation and reveals a lesser-known facet of the artist's work: his work in silhouettes and his exploration of the representation of historical narratives. At the heart of this collection, the silhouette becomes a space for projection: the photographed figures appear as familiar presences, charged with history. Charles Fréger thus questions the invention of imagery, its transmission, and the imaginaries it conveys.

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Step into a world where history and mythology converge through the striking lens of Charles Fréger. His focus on silhouettes turns anonymous shapes into powerful, enigmatic figures that bridge the gap between past and present. You will be captivated by the way these stark portraits craft a new, visual language around our shared heritage.

From November 6, 2026, to January 9, 2027, the Galerie Les filles du calvaire hosts Silhouettes, an exhibition by photographer Charles Fréger. This collection features photographs and videos spanning over a decade of the artist's career, drawing from diverse series such as La Suite basque, L’Épopée de Jeanne d’Arc, and La Préhistoire. By focusing on the silhouette as a canvas for historical storytelling and collective imagination, Fréger examines how imagery is crafted and transmitted over time. Located in the 3rd arrondissement, this exhibition offers a unique perspective on cultural identity and is open to the public completely free of charge.

The Galerie Les filles du calvaire, located on rue Chapon in Paris, presents an in-depth look at the silhouette work of Charles Fréger. This exhibition highlights a distinct dimension of the artist's practice, exploring how historical narratives are represented and the imaginative power held by figures captured in silhouette form.

The displayed works encompass over ten years of creation, showcasing selections from several significant series including La Suite basque, La Préhistoire, Souvenir d’Alsace, ATP/Les Normandes, Kalevipoeg, and L’Épopée de Jeanne d’Arc. Through these photographs and videos, the artist invites viewers to engage with subjects that act as familiar yet historicized presences, questioning the transmission of cultural imagery.

Visitors are welcome to view the collection from October 31, 2026, through January 9, 2027. Opening hours are Tuesday from 14:00 to 18:30, and Wednesday through Saturday from 11:00 to 18:30. Entry to the exhibition is free for all.

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