Ernest Pignon-Ernest: "Mains de Bergers," a drawing to rediscover

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To mark the exhibition "Ernest Pignon-Ernest – Ombres de Naples," on display at the Inguimbertine in Carpentras from May 23 to December 31, 2026, which revisits the Neapolitan series developed between 1988 and 2015, Galerie AB would like to highlight a work by the artist from its collections: Mains de Berger.

Since the 1960s, Ernest Pignon-Ernest has developed a body of work in which drawing plays an essential role. His work, fueled by history, the memory of places, and great cultural figures, is distinguished by the expressive power of his images and their ability to create a dialogue between the past and the present.

Created around 1987,Mains de Bergersis a pencil drawing on paper measuring 56.5 × 38 cm, signed and dedicated "Pour Jean Marie, amicalement." A preparatory work for the cover ofL’Uiard.‍

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Work presented by Galerie AB

Ernest Pignon-Ernest, Mains de Bergers, c. 1987
Pencil on paper, 56.5 × 38 cm
Signed and dedicated "Pour Jean Marie, amicalement"
Preparatory drawing for the cover ofL’Uiard.

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