Hilma af Klint at the Grand Palais: The Major Exhibition of Summer 2026 in Paris
Until 30 August 2026, the Grand Palais presents a landmark exhibition dedicated to Hilma af Klint, the Swedish artist now recognised as one of the true pioneers of abstract art. Through an immersive journey of monumental paintings, drawings and archival materials, visitors discover the singular universe of an artist who worked largely outside the art world's gaze during her lifetime — and whose extraordinary modernity continues to captivate and surprise. One of the most significant cultural events of the Parisian summer, and essential viewing for anyone in Paris before the end of August.
Hilma af Klint: A Pioneer Rediscovered
Born in Sweden in 1862, Hilma af Klint produced a body of abstract work of startling modernity — several years before Kandinsky, Mondrian or Malevitch were associated with the movement. Long kept outside official artistic circuits at the artist's own request, her work only began to receive the recognition it deserved from the 1980s onwards.
Today, Hilma af Klint is considered one of the most important and original figures in the history of modern art. Her major series of canvases — particularly The Paintings for the Temple — demonstrate an artistic and spiritual vision of rare coherence and power.
The Grand Palais exhibition offers a rare opportunity to encounter this body of work in its full scope, in one of Europe's finest exhibition spaces.
What the Exhibition at the Grand Palais Offers
The exhibition is structured to allow a progressive understanding of Hilma af Klint's artistic world. Visitors move through several decades of creation, from her early academic works to the great abstract compositions that form the core of her legacy.
Monumental paintings are presented alongside more intimate drawings, research notebooks and previously unseen archival materials that illuminate the intellectual and spiritual dimensions of her practice. The immersive hanging — made possible by the Grand Palais's exceptional volumes — heightens the visual and emotional impact of the works on display.
For art enthusiasts and curious visitors alike, it is an enriching cultural experience that invites a fresh look at the history of abstract art.
Why Visit This Exhibition During Your Stay in Paris
The Grand Palais is one of the world's most prestigious exhibition venues. Its spectacular volumes, natural light and Belle Époque architecture make it an ideal setting for major monographic exhibitions. Seeing Hilma af Klint here means benefiting from a doubly remarkable artistic experience.
For visitors in Paris this summer, the exhibition fits naturally into a rich cultural programme. It stands as one of the most significant artistic events of the season, alongside the other major happenings that bring Paris to life in July and August.
Paris in summer remains an exceptional cultural destination — and this exhibition is one of its finest expressions.
Getting There from Hôtel 15 Montparnasse
From Hôtel 15 Montparnasse, the Grand Palais is easily reached by metro in around twenty minutes. Montparnasse – Bienvenüe station offers several connections towards the Champs-Élysées area, just a short walk from the Grand Palais.
After a morning or afternoon at the exhibition, return to the comfort of Hôtel 15 Montparnasse's rooms and accommodation — a calm and well-connected base for exploring Paris and its major cultural events throughout the summer.
Staying in Paris before 30 August 2026? Book your stay at Hôtel 15 Montparnasse and enjoy an ideally located base for discovering one of the most important exhibitions of the Parisian artistic season.
Abstract art, spirituality and visionary modernity — the Hilma af Klint exhibition at the Grand Palais is one of the unmissable cultural events of summer 2026 in Paris.
