Pierre Dunoyer, 'Object of Thought: Tableaux 1986 – 2008'

Opera Gallery Dubai

06 - 27 November 2024

Opera Gallery Dubai proudly presents Pierre Dunoyer’s 'Object of Thought: Tableaux 1986 – 2008,' a landmark exhibition showcasing the artist's work for the first time at the gallery.

Renowned for his intellectual and philosophical approach to abstraction, Dunoyer’s art delves into the essence of painting as an object of thought, using form and colour as tools for conceptual exploration. This exhibition offers a rare chance for audiences in Dubai to experience a distinct body of work that has left a significant mark on contemporary art.

Spanning more than two decades of artistic production, the exhibition highlights several key periods of Dunoyer’s career. It traces his evolving approach to abstraction, composition, and the materiality of paint, reflecting his ongoing enquiry into the role of painting in modern art. Throughout his career, Dunoyer has sought purity in form and explored the power of painting to convey thought without relying on representational imagery. The selected works reveal subtle yet significant transformations in his technique and conceptual focus over time.

Curated to capture these transitions, the exhibition features 19 paintings that represent pivotal moments in Dunoyer’s artistic journey. Visitors will witness the progression from his early, structured compositions with muted palettes to his later works, which embrace more liberated forms and vibrant colours. 'Object of Thought: Tableaux 1986 – 2008' offers a deep exploration of Dunoyer’s evolution, immersing viewers in the complex relationship between thought and visual expression that defines his work.

Through this exhibition, Dunoyer’s unwavering commitment to painting as both a physical and metaphysical practise comes to life, inviting contemplation on the profound ways art can encapsulate and provoke thought.