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Art Basel, the world’s leading art fair for modern and contemporary art, announces highlights of its 2024 Paris edition, which will take place from October 18 to 20 at the newly renovated Grand Palais. The show’s third edition will feature 195 leading galleries from 42 countries and territories, including 64 with spaces in France and 53 newcomers, offering an unparalleled experience of artistic excellence across all media and more than 100 years of art history. The move to the Grand Palais, following 3 years of renovations, marks a significant moment for Art Basel, strengthening its deep connection with Paris and its vibrant cultural scene.
By renaming the show to Art Basel Paris in agreement with France’s Ministry of Culture and the City of Paris earlier this year, Art Basel reinforced its commitment to the city and its dynamic cultural ecosystem, leveraging the impact of the global Art Basel brand to further bolster the Parisian fair, underscore its ambition, and amplify its resonance in Paris and the world.
Led by director Clément Delépine, the 2024 edition will see a 27% increase in participating galleries compared to last year, when it was held in the Grand Palais Éphémère. Art Basel Paris will be structured across three sectors: Galeries, where exhibitors present their full programs; Emergence, dedicated to emerging galleries and artists, with Galeries Lafayette as the Official Partner; and the new Premise sector, where nine galleries will showcase highly singular curatorial presentations. Additionally, the fair will introduce a new initiative named Oh La La!, where …
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Image above: Art Basel’s 2023 edition in Paris, Courtesy of Art Basel
