About us
The Carré Rive Gauche is entering a new phase of its history by adopting an ambitious brand strategy. Located in the heart of Paris, between the Louvre Museum, the Musée d’Orsay, and the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district, it is a unique place in the world dedicated to art, antiques, and design.
Founded in 1977 by antique dealers Gérard Horwitz, Gérard Lévy, Josette Delvaille, and Philippe Boucaud, the Carré Rive Gauche is a non-profit association (association loi 1901) that today brings together around sixty antique dealers, gallery owners, designers, publishers, decorators, and recognized experts. The galleries within the association, located on Rue du Bac, Rue de Beaune, Rue de Lille, Rue des Saints-Pères, Rue de l’Université, Rue de Verneuil, as well as Quai Voltaire, have formed, since its creation, an iconic hub of the Paris art market.
For nearly fifty years, a wide variety of specialties have coexisted in the 6th and 7th arrondissements, offering visitors a journey through more than 7,000 years of art history. The Carré Rive Gauche stands out for the extraordinary diversity of its fields of expertise, ranging from Renaissance antiques to contemporary creations, as well as classical art, Art Deco, modern art, and design. Its scope extends far beyond Western art, also highlighting the arts of the world: Chinese porcelain, Japanese art, African masks, Islamic art, Pre-Columbian sculpture, and treasures from great ancient civilizations.
Both rooted in heritage and forward-looking, the Carré Rive Gauche is distinguished by the high standards and expertise of its members, who guarantee the authenticity of the works presented. Open to new generations of creators and publishers, it remains a place of exchange and transmission where tradition and modernity are in constant dialogue. With strong international appeal, the Carré Rive Gauche attracts, thanks to its exceptional location, both French and international clientele, including private collectors and professionals, all seeking rare pieces spanning all periods, styles, and cultures.
Numerous partners support the Carré Rive Gauche, enriching its activities through their expertise, skills, and commitment. These include notably the Mandarin Oriental Lutetia, WEL Transport, Printemps Asiatique Paris, Inu Studio, Ficus, La Gazette Drouot, L’Aura FG Chic Radio, Appia, and Société Fiduciaire de Révision.
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About Carré Rive Gauche
A unique place in the world
Carré Rive Gauche is the last district of its kind in the world and, as such, plays an active role in the area’s cultural life. Many of its dealers are also experts and members of professional associations. They therefore operate independently and are widely recognized for their expertise in France and internationally. Some also assist auctioneers during voluntary sales and provide support to the judiciary when appointed by the courts.
A representation of humanity’s artistic heritage
Carré Rive Gauche offers an exceptional artistic diversity that bears witness to several millennia of art history. Each gallery highlights a specific period and style, and its scope is not limited to Western art; the district also celebrates artistic traditions from around the world. A true cultural crossroads, Carré Rive Gauche reflects the passion and expertise of its professionals, who are always ready to share the story behind each work of art.
An iconic place between heritage and innovation
The commitment of Carré Rive Gauche dealers to defending their discipline, grounded in expertise and the guarantees they provide regarding the provenance of artworks, is a mark of their professionalism. Over the past several years, Carré Rive Gauche has opened its doors to gallery owners, designers, decorators, and publishers who bring fresh ideas and wish to practice their craft with the same high standards of excellence.
An exceptional destination of global reach
Thanks to its location, Carré Rive Gauche attracts both national and international audiences, including private collectors and professionals seeking rare pieces across all artistic fields and periods. With nearly 60% of its revenue generated internationally, Carré Rive Gauche makes a significant contribution to the commercial appeal of the district. Deeply committed to authenticity and respect for artworks, its members regularly rely on rare craft professions, thereby playing an essential role in preserving and sustaining its vitality.