Permanent collection

Kees Van Dongen

Oil on canvas

© Adagp, Paris 2025
La Femme au chapeau bleu, circa 1935-1940
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Kees Van Dongen


Oil on canvas

© Adagp, Paris 2025

La Femme au chapeau bleu,
circa 1935-1940

Kees van Dongen (1877–1968) was a Dutch-French painter whose bold portraits, vivid colors, and remarkable ability to capture the spirit of his era established him as a leading figure in the Fauvist movement. Born Cornelis Theodorus Maria van Dongen in Delfshaven, Netherlands, he grew up in a working-class family and spent his youth at the busy port of Rotterdam. This dynamic environment, full of diverse characters, deeply influenced his fascination with human nature—a theme central to his art.

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Sonia Delaunay

Woven in wool, tapestry

@ Pracusa
Rencontre, 1969
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Sonia Delaunay

Woven in wool, tapestry

@ Pracusa

Rencontre, 1969

Sonia Delaunay (1885–1979) was a visionary artist whose work redefined the boundaries between fine art and everyday life. Born in Odessa, Ukraine, as Sarah Stern, she moved to St. Petersburg as a child, where her uncle, a wealthy lawyer, raised her. He provided her with an exceptional education, exposing her to art and culture from an early age. This background built the foundation for her later studies at the Karlsruhe Academy of Fine Arts in Germany. In 1905, Delaunay moved to Paris, the epicenter of avant-garde art, where she found herself in the city’s dynamic creative scene. Paris would become her lifelong home and the center of her artistic revolution.

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Marc Chagall


Gouache, ink, charcoal, paper

© Adagp, Paris 2025
Couple sur le cheval dans le ciel,
1950-1954
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Marc Chagall


Gouache, ink, charcoal, paper

© Adagp, Paris 2025

Couple sur le cheval dans le ciel,
1950-1954

Marc Chagall (1887–1985) was a Russian-French artist of Jewish heritage whose dreamlike imagery, intense colors, and deeply personal symbolism established him as one of the most known painters of the 20th century. Born Moishe Shagal in Vitebsk, (now a small town in Belarus, then - part of the Russian Empire), Chagall grew up in a close Jewish community rich in folklore, religious rituals, and traditions. This cultural heritage profoundly influenced his artistic vision, shaping nostalgic imagery-villages, floating lovers, animals, and musicians—that became distinctive of his work.

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Tamara de Lempicka

Etching and aquatint in colors on Japan

© Tamara de Lempicka Estate,
LLC / Adagp, Paris, 2025
Femme à la mandoline, circa 1933
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Tamara de Lempicka

Etching and aquatint in colors on Japan

© Tamara de Lempicka Estate,
LLC / Adagp, Paris, 2025

Femme à la mandoline, circa 1933

Tamara Lempicka (1898 - 1980), one of the most iconic artists of the Art Deco period, was born in Warsaw, which was then part of the Russian Empire. She grew up in a family of a successful Jewish lawyer and a Polish socialite. This privileged upbringing introduced Tamara to a world of elegance, luxury, and culture from an early age. In her youth, Tamara studied in Lausanne, and after spent time in Saint Petersburg, where her life took a dramatic turn during the Russian Revolution. The political situation forced her to flee to Western Europe, bringing only her family’s jewels, which she sold to start a new life. This turbulent period marked the end of her aristocratic life in Russia and the start of her journey as an artist.

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Leopold Survage

Oil on canvas

© Adagp, Paris 2025
Hommage à Apollinaire, 1963
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Leopold Survage

Oil on canvas

© Adagp, Paris 2025

Hommage à Apollinaire, 1963

Léopold Survage (1879−1968) was a Russian-born French artist and a key figure in the development of modern art, celebrated for his pioneering experiments with abstraction and his contributions to the Orphism and Cubist movements. Born in Moscow as Léopold Sturzwage to a French father and a Finnish mother, Survage grew up in a multicultural environment that deeply influenced his artistic sensibility. Initially trained as a pianist, he later shifted his focus to art, studying at the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture, and Architecture under the guidance of renowned artists Konstantin Korovin and Valentin Serov. His early works reflected the influence of Symbolism and Russian folklore, but his artistic trajectory changed dramatically after he moved to Paris in 1908.

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Christoforos Savva

Pencil, pen, gouache on paper
Blue nude, circa 1956
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Christoforos Savva

Pencil, pen, gouache on paper

Blue nude, circa 1956

Christoforos Savva (1924−1968), born in Marathovounos, Cyprus, is regarded as one of the most important figures in modern Cypriot art. His artistic journey, shaped by studies in London and Paris, where he was a student of the renowned André Lhote, allowed him to bring together influences from European modernism and Cypriot traditions. By learning from leading Parisian artists of the era, Savva developed a unique perspective that bridged local and international art movements.

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Toni Costa

PVC relief on board
Dinamica Visuale, 1968
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Toni Costa

PVC relief on board

Dinamica Visuale, 1968

Toni Costa (1935−2013) was an influential Italian artist whose work redefined the boundaries of visual art. Born in Parma, Italy, Costa studied at the University of Padua, where he developed a strong foundation in art and design. This academic background, combined with his interest in optics and science, shaped his innovative approach to art, making him a key figure in the post-war avant-garde movement.

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John Kiki

Oil on canvas
Two ladies, 1993
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John Kiki

Oil on canvas

Two ladies, 1993

John Kiki (b. 1943) was born in the village of Eptakomi near Famagusta, Cyprus. During his childhood, his family moved to London, where he later began his formal art education at Camberwell College of Arts from 1960 to 1964, studying under esteemed artists Robert Medley and Frank Auerbach. At Auerbach’s suggestion, Kiki pursued postgraduate studies at the Royal Academy Schools from 1964 to 1967. The Academy was so impressed by his work that when they opened a new gallery to exhibit work by former students in 1972, Kiki was given the very first exhibition there.

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Anish Kapoor

Gouache and pigment on paper
Untitled, 2007
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Anish Kapoor

Gouache and pigment on paper

Untitled, 2007

In this piece, Kapoor masterfully captures his artistic vision. He transcends the flatness of the medium, drawing the viewer inward, much like he does with his sculptures. Colour plays a crucial role in his work, with red holding particular significance. For Kapoor, red is a sacred colour, often symbolizing blood, flesh, and the very essence of life. In Untitled, pulsating red lines resemble blood vessels, inviting contemplation of the human body and its connection to existence.

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Anish Kapoor


Stainless steel and lacquer
Spanish and Pagan Gold to Cobalt Blue, 2019
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Anish Kapoor


Stainless steel and lacquer

Spanish and Pagan Gold to Cobalt Blue, 2019

Anish Kapoor is a master of space and perception, challenging the way we see and experience art. His works are not just objects placed in a room; they are spaces within themselves, drawing viewers into a world beyond the visible.

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Tadashi Kawamata

Paint, glue, balsa wood, metal on plywood
BankArt no. 10, 2019
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Tadashi Kawamata

Paint, glue, balsa wood, metal on plywood

BankArt no. 10, 2019

Tadashi Kawamata (b. 1953, Mikasa City, Hokkaido, Japan) is an artist known for his transformative installations that redefine spaces, architecture, and the way people perceive the built environment. His works often use reclaimed materials, such as wood, chairs, and other discarded objects, which he reimagines into nests, shelters, or chaotic yet purposeful constructions. These structures invite viewers to question the relationship between human activity, architecture, and nature. Growing up in post-war Japan, Kawamata experienced the devastation of conflict and the rapid reconstruction of cities. This period deeply influenced his artistic perspective, giving him an appreciation for impermanence, resourcefulness, and the emotional and social impact of physical spaces.

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Andreas Kalli

Stone, gypsum, acrylic
Somehow Up and Stand IV, 2021
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Andreas Kalli

Stone, gypsum, acrylic

Somehow Up and Stand IV, 2021

Andreas Kalli was born in 1987 in Cyprus. He studied at the Athens School of Fine Arts in Greece from 2007 to 2012 between that he attended Central Saint Martins in London from 2010 to 2011.

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Chun Kwang Young

Mixed media, Korean mulberry paper
Aggregation22-MA035, 2022
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Chun Kwang Young

Mixed media, Korean mulberry paper

Aggregation22-MA035, 2022

Chun Kwang Young (b. 1944) is a South Korean artist whose creative work bridges the gap between tradition and modernity. Born in Hongchun, Korea, he grew up during the turbulent period of the end of Japanese colonization and the brutality of the Korean War. These early experiences deeply influenced his artistic vision, bringing a sensitivity to themes of history, memory, and resilience. He studied painting at Hongik University in Seoul before earning his Master of Fine Arts at the Philadelphia College of Art in 1971. During his time in the U.S., he was influenced by Abstract Expressionism and conceptual freedom, which was very different from his Korean cultural heritage, but he later returned to his roots, focusing on Korean cultural traditions but combining them with contemporary approaches he encountered in the West.

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Olafur Eliasson

Colored glass (orange fade, blue, green fade), silver, driftwood

© Olafur Eliasson
Deeper diary, Friday, 2023
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Olafur Eliasson

Colored glass (orange fade, blue, green fade), silver, driftwood
105 x 85.5 x 11.3 cm
unique

© Olafur Eliasson

Deeper diary, Friday, 2023

Olafur Eliasson (b. 1967, Copenhagen, Denmark) is a Danish-Icelandic artist whose groundbreaking work explores the interplay of art, science, perception, and environmental awareness. Born to Icelandic parents, Eliasson spent his early years between Denmark and Iceland. He spent summers in Iceland with his father, a landscape painter, which fostered his appreciation for the natural world and this connection to nature profoundly shaped his artistic vision and is evident throughout his work. He studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts from 1989 to 1995 before moving to Berlin, where he established Studio Olafur Eliasson in 1995. This interdisciplinary studio employs architects, designers, and researchers who collaborate on large-scale projects that integrate functionality with art.

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Anthony James

Stainless steel, glass, LED's
24" Dodecahedron (Solar Black), 2023
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Anthony James


Stainless steel, glass, LED's

24" Dodecahedron (Solar Black), 2023

Anthony James (b. 1974, London) is a contemporary artist whose monumental sculptures and installations transform industrial materials into ethereal experiences. Now based in Los Angeles, James has drawn inspiration from movements like Minimalism, Transcendentalism, and the Light & Space movement to create works that explore themes of infinity, mysticism, and humanity’s connection to the cosmos. A graduate of Central Saint Martins in London, James began his career as a painter but quickly expanded into sculpture, using light, geometry, and industrial materials.

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DRIFT

Installation, 7 objects
Aluminum, stainless steel,
printed fabric, LEDs, robotics

© DRIFT 2025
Meadows, 2024
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DRIFT

Installation, 7 objects
Aluminum, stainless steel,
printed fabric, LEDs, robotics

© DRIFT 2025

Meadows, 2024

DRIFT, founded in 2007 by Lonneke Gordijn and Ralph Nauta, has changed the way we think about art, nature, and technology with their remarkable sculptures and installations. Based in Amsterdam, the duo creates works that transform and respond to their surroundings. Their projects focus on themes of connection, change, and humanity’s bond with the natural world. Each piece is carefully designed with input from curators, architects, and designers to fully integrate with its environment.

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Billy Childish

Oil and charcoal on linen

© Billy Childish
The goddess tree, 2024
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Billy Childish

Oil and charcoal on linen

© Billy Childish

The goddess tree, 2024

Billy Childish (b. 1959) is a British painter, poet, and musician known for his raw, emotional art that resonates on both a personal and universal level. Rooted in neo-expressionism, his work incorporates various techniques, including oil, charcoal, and mixed media, to explore themes such as nature, relationships, and the human experience. Over the decades, Childish has become a key figure in outsider art, celebrated for his refusal to follow mainstream trends and his commitment to staying authentic. Through his diverse creations—whether paintings, poetry, or music—Childish dives deep into existential questions like the passage of time, feelings of isolation, and humanity’s connection to the sublime beauty of nature.

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Ella Kruglyanskaya

Oil on linen
When in Rome, 2024
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Ella Kruglyanskaya

Oil on linen

When in Rome, 2024

Ella Kruglyanskaya (b. 1978, Riga, Latvia) is a contemporary artist celebrated for her bold, graphic paintings that explore themes of femininity, humor, and human interaction. After earning her Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Cooper Union in 2001 and a Master of Fine Arts from Yale University in 2006, she established herself as a distinctive voice in the contemporary art world.

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