At Thaddaeus Ropac Paris Marais, Edward Enninful OBE orchestrates an electrifying exhibition that delves deep into the essence of Robert Mapplethorpe‘s provocative photography, presenting a curated spectacle that defies traditional norms of beauty and identity from March 2 to April 6, 2024. This exhibition marks a significant moment in the appreciation of Mapplethorpe’s work, presenting a curated selection of photographs that challenge and expand our definitions of beauty and identity.
As Enninful noted in an interview with the Financial Times, his approach to curating the exhibition was deeply influenced by his personal journey and professional background. Having been introduced to Mapplethorpe’s work at a young age, Enninful was immediately drawn to the photographer’s bold exploration of black male beauty and its representation within the broader context of a “gay world” previously unknown to him. This…
