The Maison de France opened its doors this week to an exhibition that invites visitors to pause, reflect, and remember. Sens-issue, dedicated to the victims of crimes against humanity, was inaugurated in the presence of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II, alongside several figures from the Principality.
Organised by the association Pour le Devoir de Mémoire, the exhibition uses art as a way to keep memory alive — not through speeches or dates, but through emotion and visual impact. The aim is simple: to ensure that these histories are not forgotten, and that they continue to speak to new generations.
Around forty paintings and five sculptures by artist Philippe Coriat are on display. His work is raw and expressive, tackling themes of suffering, loss and resilience, and leaving little room for indifference. Each piece encourages visitors to slow down and engage, rather than simply pass through.
The exhibition is being held at the Maison de France, at 42 rue Grimaldi, and is open to the public free of charge until Saturday, February 7. It can be visited from Monday to Friday, between 10:00 and noon and from 14:00 to 17:00, as well as on Saturday morning.
Image courtesy of Directorate of Communication – Manuel Vitali