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Why is the Arc de Triomphe Covered?

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Why is the Arc de Triomphe Covered?

THE PARIS ARC DE TRIOMPHE HAS BEEN COMPLETELY COVERED!....What is happening!? This is historic in more ways than one, not only because it is the first time in history that this iconic landmark has been covered up, by 25,000 square meters of recyclable polypropylene fabric that is a silver-blue color, along with 3,000 meters of red rope, but also because this is the culmination of The Artists, Jean Claud and Christo’s work! #TheLovers       1. Photo by designbloom  Jean Claud and Christo were environmental sculptures and artists, whose work often included monumental displays of fabrics and plastics. These artists...

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