# Rafael Pavarotti exhibition at Musée des Arts Décoratifs

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> Updated: 2026-10-01T14:15:46.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 3.

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris is hosting a monographic exhibition dedicated to Brazilian photographer Rafael Pavarotti. The retrospective, titled ‘Rafael Pavarotti, photographer’, showcases his fifteen-year career in high-fashion photography, featuring between 130 and 200 works, including magazine covers and portraits of figures such as Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Harry Styles.

Pavarotti’s work is characterized by a vibrant use of color and a focus on Black models, drawing inspiration from his Brazilian upbringing and Afro-Indigenous cultures. The exhibition highlights his contributions to major publications like Vogue and luxury houses such as Dior, Chanel, and Balenciaga. Notably, the collection explores his creative process from sketches to final layouts and references his 2020 achievement of photographing the first Dior campaign composed entirely of Black models.

Running from October 2, 2026, until May 2, 2027, this event marks the first solo exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs dedicated to a Brazilian photographer. The display establishes a dialogue between Pavarotti’s portfolio and ten selected photographs from the museum’s own collection.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-01: Rafael Pavarotti holds solo photography exhibition in Paris

Brazilian photographer Rafael Pavarotti holds a solo exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, featuring his vibrant fashion and portrait work through May 2027.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rafael-pavarotti-holds-solo-photography-exhibition-in-paris

### 2026-09-24: Rafael Pavarotti exhibition showcases vibrant fashion photography

An exhibition at MAD explores Rafael Pavarotti’s career, featuring 130 works that highlight his vibrant, color-driven fashion photography and his historic collaborations with brands like Dior.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rafael-pavarotti-exhibition-showcases-vibrant-fashion-photography

### 2026-09-17: Rafael Pavarotti exhibition to debut at Musée des Arts Décoratifs

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris will host an exhibition of Brazilian photographer Rafael Pavarotti’s work, featuring over 130 works inspired by Afro-Indigenous Brazilian identity.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rafael-pavarotti-exhibition-to-debut-at-muse-des-arts-dcoratifs

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