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Tribal art returns to Parcours des Mondes 2013, Paris

Parcours des Mondes is returning for its twelfth year as the most prestigious European show of tribal art, with sixty galleries participating in 2013

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Lucy Upward

1 min read23 Aug 2013

Parcours des Mondes is returning for its twelfth year as arguably the world's most prestigious annual show of tribal art. Founded in 2002, the event now involves some sixty Parisian galleries. From 10-15 September 2013, dealers from all over the world specialising in the arts of Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas will convene in the city's Fine Arts neighbourhood in St. Germain-des-Prés with open doors, presenting an exceptional concentration of masterpieces.

Iban Dayak Pua Kombu (Ritual Cloth) with indigo stylized floral elements, Borneo, late 19th century. Cotton, ikat, 93 x 45 in / 236 x 114 cm. Thomas Murray, Mill Valley CA, at Parcours 2013

To see a Preview of what will be at Parcours des Mondes 2013, click the gallery below

With over 10,000 visitors expected this year, the tribal arts market continues to grow with extra efforts made by exhibitors to propose interesting thematic shows with high quality objects, that often provide viewers with a chance to further develop their knowledge.

In a world that has too often lost touch with its roots, the renewal of interest in objects that tell of the origins of our civilisation is becoming ever stronger. There is an undeniable attraction to what is complex, strange and mysterious, all which lies in Parcours des Mondes 2013.

Parcours des Mondes will take place at various locations in Paris, from 10-15th September 2013.

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