Pol Taburet
Contemporary Painting
French painter Pol Taburet has emerged as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary painting, with work that masterfully balances figuration and abstraction. Based in Paris, Taburet creates canvases that convey a sense of youthful verve and immediacy while maintaining an enigmatic quality that rewards prolonged viewing.
His paintings toe the line between legibility and mystery, often depicting fragmented figures and architectural elements that seem to dissolve into gestural abstraction. This tension creates a unique visual language that speaks to the uncertainty and fluidity of contemporary experience.
Since his breakout appearance at Paris+ in 2022, Taburet's star has continued to rise. His work is collected internationally and has been featured in major galleries across Europe and North America. Critics have praised his ability to honor the painting tradition while pushing it in bold new directions.
Medium & Style
Oil and acrylic on canvas, mixed media painting, monochromatic sculpture
Notable Works
- • "Phantom Architectures" (2024) - Series of large-scale abstract paintings
- • "Youth in Transit" (2023) - Figurative abstraction series
- • "Paris Fragments" (2023) - Urban landscape abstractions
- • "Dissolution" (2022) - Breakthrough series shown at Paris+
Exhibitions & Recognition
- • Solo: "Between States" at Balice Hertling, Paris (2024)
- • Group: Paris+ par Art Basel (2023, 2022)
- • Solo: "Fleeting Forms" at Modern Art, London (2023)
- • Group: "Young Painters Today" at Centre Pompidou (2022)