HOT ON HER HEELS: 5 Facts On @peggynewyorkperrotin

Leaving her position as the Director of Galerie Perrotin Paris 3 years ago and now spearheading the New York branch of Emmanuel Perrotin, Peggy Leboeuf sources throughout the country to curate the best. Having spent about 20 years with Perrotin since 1998, Peggy studies for six years in Fine Arts Aesthetics and Art History at the Sorbonne University in Paris. Here, read Peggy’s tips for dining in New York, the pink wig fad, and the recent exhibition she is curating.
1. We often hear that we could travel around the world in 80 days and here Leboeuf and her co-curator Anissa Touati spent two years time trotting throughout Mexico, roaming about studios and museums and exploring emerging local artists who are in the van of reviving the country’s unique yet dynamic culture.
2. Some insider tips – Leboeuf adores the lemon pasta at Bodega Zum Strauss.
3. As a travel-holic, Peggy spent a night in pink-and-golden wig at the family mart in Minato, Tokyo!
4. While Art Basel Week is yet to come, Leboeuf loves hopping on the Goetheanum as an inspiring spot.
5. The pre-eminent director is curating the special exhibition at Galerie Perrotin in Paris titled ¿Cómo te voy a olvidar? – a declaration of love to Mexico featuring sixteen artists from Mexico featuring until 30th July. You might wish to book a flight ticket to Mexico without hesitation after the show!
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