MARIE’S SON, YVES KLEIN, EXHIBITED IN AN PERFORMANCE RESTAGED DECADES AFTER DEATH

The S.E.M. Ensemble stands in silence during a performance of Yves Klein’s

Photo Credit: Monotone-Silence Symphony @ 2024  Lévy Gorvy Dayan

In the spirit of our dear Marie Raymond, we are delighted to share news of her son, Yves Klein, continuing to inspire even in death through the artistic legacy he left upon this world.

Recently featured on CNN, featured in Lévy Gorvy Dayan presents Yves Klein and the Tangible World, Yves’ posthumous legacy lives on with a remarkable sculpture that challenges conventional artistic boundaries.

Yves Klein, pictured with his “Anthropométrie” paintings, died before he could stage “Sculpture Tactile,” in which visitors can reach into a box and blindly touch a nude performer.

Photo Credit: The Estate of Yves Klein/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP, Paris/Courtesy Lévy Gorvy Dayan

Yves Klein’s sculpture offers a unique tactile experience. This innovative approach invites viewers to not only see but also touch, feel, and connect with the art on a deeper level. In doing so, Yves Klein creates a truly immersive and engaging artistic experience that echoes Marie Raymond’s own belief in the power of art to evoke emotion and stimulate the senses.

Klein was a pioneer of performance art, whose work included directing nude women to participate as “living paintbrushes” in improvised compositions created in front of an audience.

Photo Credit: The Estate of Yves Klein/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP, Paris/Courtesy Lévy Gorvy Dayan

Even though Yves Klein passed away decades ago, his impact on the art world remains profound. His ability to push boundaries and challenge perceptions is a testament to the enduring influence of his mother, Marie Raymond. Through his work, Yves Klein continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike to explore new possibilities and embrace the transformative power of art.