The Tora and Art Foundation, in collaboration with the Sarah Vinitz Foundation, presents the inaugural edition of its itinerant "Les Autres..."(The Others) art show in Paris:

Tales of

Xenophobia

Paris, 15/10/2024

Inspired by the famous existentialist assertion by Jean-Paul Sartre, “L’enfer c’est les autres” (Hell is the Others), the first edition is set to open in Paris this fall, named
“Les Autres…”

The show, inspired by the philosophical and artistic legacy of challenging the norms, will feature a provocative collection of works by renowned contemporary artists, addressing the themes of xenophobia, identity, and drawing a parallel between the boundaries of what is considered art and what is deemed foreign hence subject to exclusion and, ultimately, xenophobia.

“Les Autres…” explores the fear of the unknown, the foreign, and the unfamiliar. By examining the role of art in breaking down social, cultural, and aesthetic barriers, the Sarah Vinitz Foundation aims to foster a broader dialogue on inclusion and acceptance.

Exhibition Manifesto

The manifesto of "Les Autres..." draws inspiration from the revolutionary art movements that originated in Paris over a century ago. From the Impressionists of the 1860s who defied academic norms to the radical ideas of Marcel Duchamp and Dadaism, Paris has always been a crucible of artistic revolution. This exhibition argues that just as art once broke free from the constraints of nature and traditional aesthetics, so too must we challenge societal barriers that label people as "foreign" or "other."

Globalization may have blurred the lines that separate us, but it has not eradicated fear of the unfamiliar. "Les Autres..." invites viewers to confront this fear and asks: How can art’s history of pushing boundaries and redefining the acceptable inspire us to embrace that which we don’t understand?
As Marcel Duchamp put the power in the hands of the viewer to determine what is art, this exhibition entrusts the audience with the responsibility to decide what defines the "other" and to question the barriers we build between ourselves and those we perceive as foreign.

Ultimately, the exhibition will reconnect with the genesis of the "woke" approach which aimed to fight for civil rights and inclusion rather than empowering the current cancel culture. By encouraging open dialogue and embracing diverse perspectives, the exhibition aims to foster understanding rather than censorship and division. It challenges the idea of exclusion and seeks to promote a more inclusive conversation that respects difference without resorting to the rejection of what is unfamiliar.

Featured Artists

The exhibition showcases the works of acclaimed international artists and thinkers who each offer a piece of the answer to these complex questions. Their diverse backgrounds and mediums underscore the theme of breaking free from convention and embracing the unknown.

Abramović Marina, AES+F, Aizenshtat Alexander, Akhalkatsishvili Tato, Ai Weiwei, Antonova Anna, Bartenev Andrey, Baruch Ilan, Banksy, Bernaskoni Boris, Bielicky Michael, Bystrov Petr, BUDIMIR, Chtak Valery, Dashevskiy Alexander, Diuzhev Viktor, Dubossarsky Vladimir, Dunaev Alexey, Filaretova Elena, Fineman Julie Ann, Gomberg Elina, Gombergh Rodolphe, Gruzman Avigail, Gutov Dmitry, Harten Gerard, Katsuba Valery, Kalashnikov Stas, Kostromin Alexei, Kovylina Elena, Kozyr Nikita, Kulikovska Maria, Kulik Oleg, K-Liée Svetlana, Krassilnikova Vlada, Makarova Margo, MARUSYA, MARGO, MASCOVNA, MAXЙM, Ostretsov Georgy, Richter Kamila B., Romanova Alyona, Rommé Lisa (Shtormit), Sadovsky Katherina & Li-Mi-Yan Lilia, Salakhova Aidan, Savich Ulya, Sergiev Andrey, Sharganova Elena, Shishkin Eugene, Spiewak Julien, Taube Ruchina Ida, Voloshin Sasha, Wen Ke, Wilkening Catherine, Zeldovich Pavel, Zygott Hermes and others…

Engage with the themes of identity, otherness, and the dismantling of boundaries—whether physical, cultural, or conceptual—echoing the revolutionary spirit of art movements past.

Event Details

Adresse: 31 rue de Turenne, 75003 Paris
Duration: 9-31/10/2024
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The exhibition offers a series of exhibitions, talks, workshops, and panel discussions in collaboration with artists, curators, and scholars exploring the intersections of art, philosophy, and society.

9-14/10/2024
pre-opening days for press and experts

15/10/2024
the opening reception

23/10/2024
public talk with the German professor, philosopher and cultural theorist Peter Sloterdijk aiming to understand the historical roots of xenophobia.

About Tora and Art Foundation

Tora and Art Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bridging Jewish tradition with contemporary art. Founded and led by Sarah Vinitz, the foundation aims to promote a positive image of Judaism through artistic expression, making modern and contemporary art accessible within the Jewish community. By supporting artists and curators whose work aligns with core values such as creativity, empathy, and freedom, the foundation fosters cultural exchange and champions projects that push boundaries while remaining rooted in the wisdom of the Tora.

Curation:
Sarah Vinitz
Samir Belasri
Boris Bernaskoni

Production and PR :
Samir Belasri
Stas Kalashnikov