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At the beginning of the 20th century, Paris was the most important art capital of the moment. French and international artists moved to the city, igniting the birth of new Avant-guard movements, that would dominate the following years. However, World War II caused the dispersion of various artists to other countries, like the United States, generating a debate over whether Paris would continue being the art capital or if New York would take its place.

“Paris 1940 – 1980. City in movement” shows that during this period, the French capital continued to be a haven for a significant number of …