Art in Motion: Riding the Paris Metro

A rich history and visual exploration of the art embedded in the Paris Métro. The book presents around 20 remarkable works created by French and international artists, from Art Nouveau subway entrances to mosaics, stained glass and ceramic artworks. Anaël Pigeat explores the artists’ creative processes and the challenges of creating art within the subway environment, accompanied by more than 130 photographs by Philippe Garcia. The book reveals the stories behind these works and shows how art transforms the everyday experience of traveling through Paris.