Jeanne-Claude Denat de Guillebon
It’s a Wrap: Paris Honours Bulgaria-born Christo’s ‘Crazy’ Dream
General view of the Champs-Elysees during the last preparations for the assembly of the 'Arc de Triomphe', September 16, 2021. Photo: EPA-EFE/CHRISTOPHE PETIT TESSON
"This is the achievement of a 60-year-old dream, a crazy dream come true," French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday, during his visit to the location.
Christo, artist known for massive, fleeting displays, dies
Christo, known for massive, ephemeral public arts projects died on May 31 at his home in New York. He was 84.
His death was announced on Twitter and the artist's web page. No cause was given.