Pierre & Gilles. The construction of the symbol

⭐ Immerse yourself in an artistic and symbolic plan with Pierre et Gilles. The construction of the symbol, the first solo exhibition in Mexico of this iconic pair of French artists who transform photography into profoundly allegorical art.

Highlights
🖼️ Nearly 100 works that fuse photography and painting, created over five decades, in an exhibition that occupies all the Permanent Rooms of the Franz Mayer Museum
🎨 An exhibition that dialogues with the museum's collection, revealing the validity of symbols through time
🌟 Three pieces created exprofeso for this exhibition, including a portrait of Violet Chachki as the official image
📚 A catalog presentation event with the presence of the artists
🎬 Screenings of the documentary Dans une photo de Pierre et Gilles and a public program with activities, workshops and more

General Information
📅 Date: June 26, 2025 to February 22, 2026
📍 Location: Franz Mayer Museum
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🏛 The exhibition is presented as part of a joint project between the Franz Mayer Museum, the French Embassy in Mexico, IFAL and the MEAE
🌈 This exhibition is part of the Franz Diverse program, which celebrates diverse identities, non-normative bodies and sexual dissidence
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Description
Pierre et Gilles. The construction of the symbol is an exhibition that brings together for the first time in Mexico the works of this legendary French artistic couple. Through a style that combines staged photography with meticulous painting, the artists portray celebrities, models and imaginary characters in compositions full of symbolism. The 96 selected works establish a visual dialogue with pieces from the Franz Mayer Collection, addressing themes such as the power of gesture, the symbolism of objects, allegory and desire.

The exhibition is divided into five thematic nuclei and presents unpublished works created especially for this occasion. During their first visit to Mexico, the artists will present the official catalog at the Marrakech Salón, an icon of the capital's LGBTQ+ nightlife. In addition, the public will be able to enjoy a program of parallel activities and workshops that enrich this transformative artistic proposal. A must-see exhibition for those who are looking for art, diversity and symbolism in the same tour.