My friend Cathy Vedovi hosted the birthday of my uncle Eduardo, it was the most gorgeous apartment on avenue Gabriel next to the American Embassy, on a crisp of night, from the terrace, we could see a waving American flag – many stories were shared on the absurdity of the American dream, others didn’t care and shouted ‘the USA is overrated!’ focusing instead on the stunning views of the Grand Palais and the shimmering lights of the Eiffel Tower – my cousin Pauchi DJ’ed, we all danced to Henry Fiol, my auntie served tamales, we played bingo – it was a communal gathering, a celebration, looking at Picasso paintings, Lucio Fontana, Giacometti— a huge Peter Doig painting. It was the perfect backdrop as my dear friend Jacky Aizenman showed us all how to dance salsa to Oscar D’Leon… the perfect setting for a birthday. Among the esteemed guests were Wilfredo Lam, Arshile Gorky, Roberto Matta.
–Oscar Murillo
May / 06 / 2025
July / 25 / 2025
