Exhibition celebrates Georges Perec's legacy

A major exhibition dedicated to Georges Perec, an influential French writer and member of the Oulipo literary group, opened on October 19, 2026. Perec, known for his experimental and playful approach to writing, died in 1982, but his work continues to inspire artists and writers today.

Exhibition highlights diverse creative output

The exhibition explores Perec's wide range of creative work, including his preparatory sketches, attempts at designing book covers, and his unique contributions to postcard art. These materials reveal the depth of his imagination and the variety of forms his creativity took.

Focus on Perec's playful and inventive spirit

The event aims to capture the playful and inventive spirit of Perec, whose popularity has continued to grow since his death. Visitors are encouraged to engage deeply with his work, including the spatialized texts and mathematical structures that appear in his writings.

Exploration of themes tied to vowels

Visitors are invited to explore themes associated with each vowel, such as the importance of ordinary things at O. This reflects Perec's fascination with language, structure, and the everyday, which are central to his literary output.

Contemporary works inspired by Perec

The exhibition also features contemporary creations inspired by Perec, including works by Swiss artist Clarence Stiernet and the association Perecofil, which translates some of Perec's texts into colorful embroidery. These modern interpretations highlight the ongoing influence of Perec's ideas.

Exhibition includes BNF collection pieces

The exhibition includes pieces from the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BNF) collection and highlights the ongoing vitality of Perec's work. These artifacts and artworks together demonstrate how Perec's legacy continues to evolve and inspire new generations of creators.